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This July, a handful of local businesses will be celebrating Bastille Day with fun pop-up events and dinners. Bastille Day is France’s national holiday that celebrates liberty, community, and French pride. Here, down under, we will be celebrating sipping Champagne and indulging in croissants and escargot. If that sounds up your street, here are our top picks for what to do this Bastille Day.
Alliance Française Bastille Day Celebration
Alliance Française d’Adélaïde are hosting a spectacular Bastille Day celebration filled with French charm at the Fullarton Park Community Centre. Enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne upon arrival, then dine on a three-course meal with French classics like salade lyonnaise, boeuf bourguignon, chocolate mousse and Grand Marnier compote. There’ll be bar service with French wine available for purchase, and guests will be enchanted by live musical entertainment throughout the evening. There will be plenty for kids to do, with fun-filled activities including crafts and a special movie screening.
When: Saturday, July 5th 6pm
Where: Fullarton Park Community Centre
Price: $40 for adults, $25 for kids
For more information, click here.
Le Tour du Marché: The French Market Tour
Image: Adelaide Central Market
Join in on a walking tour of the Adelaide Central Market with a French-speaking tour guide and Fringe performer Arnaud Bénassy on Friday, July 11th. Learn French, sing La Marseillaise, and discover exciting facts about Bastille Day, all while tasting authentic French fromage, charcuterie, and patisserie. The tour also includes with a glass of French champagne and delicious tastings!
When: Friday, July 11th
Where: Meet at The Market Stall (near Haigh’s Gouger Street end), Adelaide Central Market
Price: $32.80
For more information, click here.
Cheese, Champagne & Caviar at The Smelly Cheese Shop
This year, The Smelly Cheese Shop is celebrating Bastille Day with the three Cs, Cheese, Champagne, and Caviar! On July 12th, they’ll be serving up these delicacies, and giving you a chance to try some of the best France has to offer.
When: Saturday, July 12th
Where: Shop 44, Adelaide Central Market, 44/44-60 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Price: $130
For more information, click here.
Bastille Day Long Lunch at the Sussex
An afternoon of French flavour, flair, and celebration. A three-course lunch, with French music, flowing wine, and a menu that brings classic techniques and bold flavours to life. Head Chef Chris, trained under an acclaimed English Michelin-starred chef, Chris has a deep passion for French cuisine.
When: Saturday, July 12th. 12pm
Where: 68 Walkerville Terrace, Walkerville SSA 5081
Price: $95pp
For more information, click here.
Bastille Day at A Prayer for the Wild at Heart
A Prayer For The Wild Heart is bringing back their Bastille Day celebrations in 2025, on July 12th, with a $99 four-course feast. Head Chef Stéphane Brizard will be exploring his culinary roots from Brittany with a beautiful curation of South Australian seafood & produce. Award-winning sommelier and manager Mathilde Tytgat will present a tour of four regions of France with her optional four-glass pairing for $75, including champagne.
When: Saturday, July 12th
Where: 44 Hurtle Square, Adelaide SA 5000
Price: $99
For more information, click here.
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