Bastille Day 2026 is just around the corner. It’s a Tuesday this year so celebrations are happening on the day, the weekend before, the weekend after and even for the entirety of the week it falls in. Whether you’re looking for a French festival, some live music, Bastille Day set menus, or French dining, this guide will have something for you.
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ADELAIDE
BRISBANE
CAIRNS
CANBERRA
CASTLEMAINE, VIC
DARWIN
DAYLESFORD, VIC
GEELONG
HUNTER VALLEY
LAUNCESTON
MELBOURNE
MORNINGTON PENINSULA, VIC
NEWHAM, VIC
NOOSA, QLD
PERTH
PORT MACQUARIE, NSW
PORT STEPHENS, NSW
POTTSVILLE, NSW
QUEENSCLIFF, VIC
ROCKHAMPTON
SYDNEY
TOOWOOMBA/CROWS NEST, QLD
YARRAM, VIC
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN ADELAIDE
Adelaide Central Market is again hosting two days of Bastille Day festivities on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 July. The full program is yet to be announced. Keep an eye on the website.
Alliance Française d’Adelaide, Adeladie Acceuil & Consul Honoraire of France in Adelaide are holding their Bastille Day celebrations early on the night of Saturday 4 July at the Fullerton Park Community Centre. The family friendly event will feature a drink on arrival (for the adults), a three course meal, live entertainment, activities for kids and a bar to purchase from throughout the night.
Tickets cost $65 for adults and $45 for children and can be purchased here
A Prayer for the wild at heart proposes a curated four-course dinner experience for $129 per person, featuring authentic, elevated French-inspired classics for Bastille Day on Saturday 11 July.
Indulge in magnificent dishes like Guinea fowl breast, potato pavé, port & truffle jus, or Cassoulet featuring their house-made Toulouse-style sausage, pork, duck & white beans.
Art Gallery of South Australia: Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition
Members Preview Day on Friday 10 July
Between 10am and 2pm, Art Gallery of South Australia members can visit the exhibition which officially opens to the public on Saturday 11 July. Members Preview Day tickets cost $20 and can be purchased here
Preview Night on Friday 10 July SOLD OUT
An exclusive preview night, featuring live music from one of Australia’s most commanding beat masters Alexander Flood. Fresh from a European tour, Flood and his band will set the stage alight with their blend of nu-jazz, deep-house and funk. Enjoy the pop-up champagne bar, a French-inspired menu from AGSA_eat and access to the exhibition before it opens to the public. One night only – don’t miss it.
Keep an eye on the event page for any waitlist here
Illluminate x Monet Extended opening hours – Sat 11, Sun 12, Thu 16, Fri 17, Sat 18, Sun 19 Jul 2026 open until 9pm
Enjoy Monet to Matisse after dark with an extended offering during Illuminate’s City Lights. Grab a French-inspired bite from AGSA_eat in the Courtyard or indulge in a glass of champagne at the pop-up bar.
Vive l’art on Bastille Day – Tuesday 14 July
10.30am & 3pm – Guided Tours
Immerse yourself in Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition on a guided tour delivered in French by knowledgeable guides. The tours offer French-speaking visitors and Francophiles alike the chance to engage with the exhibition in the language of its artists.
12.30pm – Tuesday Talk
Deepen the conversation with a special Tuesday Talk examining the profound impact of French culture and artistic traditions on Australian art, as reflected in works from the AGSA collection.
Book a tour and buy your ticket to the exhibition here
Artist Workshop – Tuesday 14 July
A hands-on workshop with a South Australian artist that responds to Monet to Matisse.
Artist confirmation and more information to come soon.
Book your place here
Bistro Français does not appear to have any Bastille Day offerings but are open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11, Sunday 12 and Tuesday 14 July.
Reserve your table here
Delicatessen Kitchen & Bar does not appear to have any Bastille Day specials but is open for dinner on Saturday 11, lunch and dinner on Monday 13, and lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July.
Garçon Bleu is not holding any specific Bastille Day event but is open for dinner that night. They are however holding a special event named Symphony of the Senses as part of Illuminate Adelaide on Wednesday 15 July.
Hey Jupiter is open for Breakfast and Lunch as normal but will also be open for dinner as well (they don’t usually open on Tuesday nights). Dine on the à la carte menu and enjoy entertainment from can can dancers in the evening.
Reservations are essential for dinner and highly encouraged for breakfast and lunch to avoid missing out. Reserve your table by calling them on 0416050721
La Buvette is open on Bastille Day. They usually hold a special event but we have no details at this time.
La Louisiane will transform into a world of Parisian cabaret, French decadence and burlesque glamour for Bastille Day on Tuesday 14 July.
Expect captivating live performances throughout the evening, flowing Champagne, caviar bumps, mini martinis and a menu of exclusive Bastille Day specials designed for indulgence.
Book during their Early Bird release before 2nd July and enjoy a complimentary glass of French Crémant Rosé on arrival, thanks to their friends at Sam Smith Negotiants.
Looking to make a night of it? Upgrade to our exclusive La Lou Jazz Experience for stage-front seating and curated dining, or secure one of just four Ultimate La Louisiane Booths for the most luxurious seats in the house.
Reserve your table here
Le Pas Sage proposes a special set menu for Bastille Day, inspired by the Club des Jacobins, accompanied by live jazz music from the French trio Mélange à Trois.
Reserve your table here
Maison Clément does not appear to have any specific Bastille Day offerings but is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. Reserve your table here
Old Bush Inn in Willunga is going French for Bastille Day on Tuesday 14 July with French set menu, French wine, and French music from Lou Blackwell.
Reserve your spot here
Rob Roy by L. Law – Raclette night – 17 July
Not Bastille specific, but their Alps Night Experience is back with soup starter, raclette & sorbet for $68 per person.
Dress Code: Chalet Chic in the Alpines — think cosy knits, après-ski glam, fur-trimmed boots, berets and full alpine fantasy. Best Dressed Prize up for grabs!
It sold out last year so be quick to buy your tickets here.
Smelly Cheese Co. is hosting a special Bastille Day edition of their Cheese After Dark on Saturday 11 July.
This special edition honours Bastille Day alongside the 100-year legacy of Claude Monet — an immersive night of flavour, art and atmosphere.
Expect the unexpected: live music, an artist in residence, and a curated journey through cheese, oysters, caviar, wine and Champagne — all woven together with stories of terroir and tradition.
Buy your ticket for $157.69 (including booking fee) here.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN BRISBANE
Bisou Bisou will celebrate Bastille Day with a special French high tea menu and French inspired food and drink specials.
Oui Oui, Let Them Have High Tea!| Bastille Day Bottomless High Tea SATURDAY & SUNDAY (11th & 12th and 18th & 19th July)
A 1.5hr bottomless high tea package with special French inspired St Germain Spritz cocktails for $69 or $49 without alcohol.
French food & drink specials available all month long alongside usual offering
Drinks: Special French inspired teapot cocktail menu
Food: French themed winter food specials
Reserve your table here
Bistro Suzette does not have any Bastille Day specific events but is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. For lunch you can choose between the Midday Set Lunch menu or their à la carte menu. For dinner, choose from the à la carte menu.
Reserve your table here
Boucher French Bistro is open for dinner on Saturday 11 and Tuesday 14 July. It does not appear to have any set menu requirement.
Reserve your table here.
C’est Bon proposes its fortnightly L’Entrecôte Jazz Soirée with Entrecôte & bottomless frites for $55 per person on Bastille Day proper, Tuesday 14 July.
The Entrecôte & bottomless frites includes Icon Wagyu with condiments, bottomless pomme frites with café de Paris sauce, and Salad de Champagne. You can also upgrade to have 1/2 Lobster instead of Steak for an additional $30.
There will also be live music from 6-8pm.
Reserve your table here
Consulat General of France in Brisbane is holding a Bastille Day celebration on Sunday 12 July 2026 from midday to 4pm
Tickets to their Bastille Day Lunch cost $83. You can expect a joyful afternoon of French cuisine, live music and warm company. Come as you are: French, Francophile, or simply curious. All friends of France are welcome. 🇫🇷
What’s included :
- Glass of Champagne on arrival
- 3-course French lunch
- Bar service
- Live music & entertainment throughout the afternoon
- French-themed quiz to keep the spirit high
- Fantastic french prizes to be won
- Dancing, laughter and a genuine taste of France
Entertainment
Settle in, raise a glass and let the afternoon unfold, with live music, a French quiz to test your inner Parisian, and the kind of warm, festive atmosphere that only Bastille Day can bring.
Because Bastille Day is a celebration for everyone, we have put together a fun-filled corner for children, so the whole family can enjoy the afternoon together.
Purchase your ticket here
FACCI QLD is holding a gala celebrating French innovation and excellence on 16 July
The event is sold out but you can join a waitlist here.
Hervé’s proposes a very special lunch or dinner for Bastille Day 2026 on Tuesday 14 July with 3 courses, and a selection of exquisite French-inspired canapés and a glass of Perrier-Jouët Champagne on arrival for $150 per person.
Adding to the atmosphere, enjoy live entertainment exclusively in the evening, creating the perfect backdrop for a night of celebration, fine food, and French joie de vivre. Reserve your table here
La Belle Vie does not appear to have any Bastille Day set meu requirements and is open for dinner on Saturday 11 and Tuesday 14 July.
Reserve your table here
La Cache à vin will celebrate Bastille Day on Tuesday 14 July with a 4 course menu with a glass of Champagne Laurianne Lejour Brut Grand Cru for $159 per person.
To Start:
Glass of Champagne Laurianne Lejour Brut Grand Cru or Kir
Canapés
Entrée – Choice of:
Coquilles Saint-Jacques & son beurre ‘sauce vierge’ (3 pieces) *
Oven baked scallops served with ‘Vierge’ sauce butter
Soufflé au Kirsch (Vegetarian)
Light & fluffy soufflé with Kirsch veloute
Tartare de boeuf, sauce au raifort & câpres
Eye-fillet beef tartare, horseradish dressing & fried capers
Mains – Choice of:
Filet de boeuf ‘Stanbroke’, frites maison & salade
Stanbroke eye fillet (250grs) served with homemade French fries, green salad, choice of bearnaise, pepper or roquefort sauce
Cuisse de canard confite, pomme purée, asperges, pruneaux & sauce au Madeire
Confit duck Maryland, Paris mash, prunes & Madeira sauce
Poisson du jour en feuilleté, purée de poivron, mousse de crevettes & beurre blanc
Fish of the day in puff pastry, sugar snaps, prawn mousse & citrus beurre blanc
Cheese option to share (3 cheeses) extra $25
Dessert – Choice of:
Crème Brûlée*
Crêpe Suzette
Crêpes served with orange sauce & vanilla ice cream
Chocolat Fondant
Reserve your table here
La Lune Wine Co. is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They don’t appear to have any set menu.
Reserve your table here
Le Festival is on from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 July. Full details to follow in a separate article.
Les Bubbles is open for Bastille Day dinner but does not appear to have any set menu requirements.
Reserve your table here.
Little Provence proposes a four course Bastille Day dinner for $120 per person.
Reserve your table via this link
Montrachet has created a special set menu for $195 for Bastille Day.
There will be a la carte and degustation menu as well as the Bastille Day menu from Wednesday 15 to Saturday 19.
People can book via their website and opentable.
Menu will be finalised over the next week.
Petite is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any set menu requirement.
Book your table here (make sure to select Petite from the first dropdown box)
Pompette does not have any Bastille Day specific celebrations but is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. It coincides with their Piano nights which feature live piano between 6:30 and 8:30pm.
Reserve your table here.
Restaurant Dan Arnold is not open on Bastille Day itself but is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11 July and for dinner on Wednesday 15 July. They don’t’ appear to have any specific Bastille Day celebrations or menus.
Reserve your table here.
The French Table is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any fixed menu requirements
Reserve your table here
The Magee is holding The French Rugby Feast on Friday 10 July in the build-up to the Wallabies vs France First Test with an unforgettable afternoon of rugby, food, drinks, and great company!
Buy your $140 tickets here.
Toowong French Patisserie, Brisbane’s first patisserie that was started by three French brothers in 1984, is celebrating Bastille Day 2026 over two weeks from Saturday 4 to Saturday 18 July. They propose a special range of products during the period and special prices on existing products.
Winter warming Canelés
Prices start at $3.90 for a single canelé to $12.90 for a trio of canelé. They are available in rum and raisins, raspberry, choc orange, and lemon.
Tasting Board – Choux (featuring petit eclairs, profiterole and French favourite from Toowong French Patisserie, the “Religeuse”)
French flag coloured macarons
Macarons in the national flag colours of red, white and blue. Gluten free and all made inhouse. Prices start at $3.10 for an individual white macaron. These will also be available in 3, 6, 12 or 24 packs.
Baguette for $2.30
They say that theirs is more an Australian French Stick but they will be on sale during our Bastille festivities for just $2.30. Pair it with Grand Chef Romain Bapst’s Truffle Butter at $3.90 for a small tub.
In store, you can also enjoy their à la carte patisserie café menu, featuring three key Breakfast meals
- Breakfast in Paris – two soft boiled eggs and toasted soldiers, with demi croissant and baguette slices, butter and strawberry jam, orange juice and a regular coffee all for 19.60 – pic attached
- Breakfast in Montreal – battered brioche, bacon, fresh berries, honeycomb butter and maple syrup for 20.40 – pic attached
- Le Grande Breakfast Outback – an Aussie breakfast, two eggs your way, field mushroom, bacon, haloumi, grilled tomato, buttered sourdough and a hash brown for 21.80
There is no requirement to book but bookings can be made on 07-3371 8996
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN CAIRNS
Alliance Française de Cairns @ Cairns Bridge Club – Sunday 12 July
A free event with fun and games for all the family and food & drinks available to purchase at the event.
Register your attendance here
C’est Bon proposes a 4 course lunch menu for $85 per person or 6 course dinner menu for $125 per person on Bastille Day, Tuesday 14 July. There will also be live entertainment with French and English classic songs by Andrea Allumay, and French Cancan Dance by KL Performance Industry.
On Arrival Salted Butter & Freshly Baked Baguette
Entree Caramelised Shallot Tatin Tart | Balsamic Creme Fraiche | Basil | Piment d’Espelette
Main Viande Lamb Shoulder Stuffed with Herbes de Provence | Confit Garlic Toast | Zucchini au Citron | Jus
Dessert Cherry Clafoutis | Pistachio Ice Cream | Amaretto Caramel Sauce
On arrival Salted Butter & Freshly Baked baguette
Amuse-Bouche Lobster & Corn Chou Puff | Tarragon Crème Fraîche.
Entrée Caramelised Shallot Tatin Tart | Balsamic Creme Fraiche | Basil | Piment d’Espelette
Poisson Pan-Seared Coral Trout | Champagne Hollandaise | Tobiko | Chives
Viande Lamb Shoulder Stuffed with Herbes de Provence | Confit Garlic Toast | Zucchini au Citron | Jus
Dessert Tower of Succulent Selection of Mignardises
Reserve your table here.
Chaîne des Rôtisseurs at Cafe Amo – Sunday 12 July
Chef Michael from Cafe Amo has put together a delicious French bistro classics menu and Nicky is matching with some magnifique french wines. Claire Howells will do her magic on the tables.
Menu:
Snack
Trio of French-style breads with Pepe Saya butter
To Follow
Duck and pork French country loaf (terrine), served with baby pickles and crusty overnight bread
Entrée
Twice-baked goat’s cheese soufflé with asparagus salad and crispy prosciutto
Main (Alternate drop)
Sole Meunière with lemon
Confit duck leg with shallot and cassis sauce
Sides
Potato Tartiflette
Fig, rocket and parmesan salad
Palm purée
Buttered asparagus
Dessert
Crème Brûlée
Members and guests welcome. Dietaries can be accommodated. Limited to 22 pax.
Dress: French Garden Party
Prices:
Members and partners: $240 (club is subsidising $30 per ticket)
Guests: $270 (cost price)
Please book by 5pm Friday 26 June 2026 to allow for the delivery of some special wines. Tickets can be booked here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN CANBERRA
Les Bistronomes proposes a 5 course menu for with classic French dishes and paired wines included for $195 per person on Tuesday 14 July for Bastille Day 2026. You can also add fresh truffles to any dish for $15
There is only one seating at 6pm. Reserve your table here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN CASTLEMAINE, VIC
Castlemaine Taproom will host dinner and cabaret by Georgia Darcy & Louise Lawson: French Connections + on Tuesday 14 July
Choose between dinner + show tickets for $79.39 or show only tickets for $37.63. Buy yours here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN DARWIN
Alliance Française de Darwin is holding a Bastille Day party at De La Plage on Friday 10 July
There will be French crêpes and other classics on the menu, plus pralines and Fairy Floss, and French wine at the Surf Bar. Live Music while the sun goes down over the water.
Entertainment for the kids is covered, and there will be a community raffle on the night, and free entry to the event
Bring the family. Grab a table early.
Full details here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN DAYLESFORD, VIC
Bistro Terroir is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11 July and Sunday 12 July. It is not open on Tuesday 14 July.
For lunch choose from the à la carte or Lunch express menu. For Saturday dinner, choose from the standard dinner menu or the Terroir Menu of 4 courses for $120 per person. On Sunday dinner, it’s just the standard dinner menu.
Reserve your table here.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN GEELONG
Alliance Française de Geelong at Furphy Fuction Hall Little Creatures Brewery – Saturday 11 July
A special dinner event to celebrate Bastille Day 2026. Enjoy a charcuterie grazing starter and a two-course, French inspired meal. A selection of French wines will be available at bar prices. Special dietary catered for, please advise when booking.
Lots of fun and giveaways with live French musical entertainment. Feel free to dress in blue, white and red and show your true (French) colours.
Create your table of 8 guests or more … or they can organise a share-table for you.
Tickets for Alliance members are $80, $90 for non-members. Bookings by 5pm Friday 3rd July here
Claribeaux is holding a Bastille Day dinner with a specially curated three-course feast, inspired by the elegance of French cuisine and the warmth of shared celebration on Tuesday 14 July. There will be live music by Lucy Riddett
Reserve your table here.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN THE HUNTER VALLEY
Bistro Molines is not open on Tuesdays but is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11 July and for lunch only on Sunday 12 and Monday 13 July.
Reserve your table here.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN LAUNCESTON
Alliance Française de Launceston is holding a Bastille Day lunch on Sunday 12 July. Details have not yet been made available. Keep an eye on their Facebook and website.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN MELBOURNE
Bastille Day French Festival is back on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July at Queen Victoria Market
More details to come in a separate article.
Bistro Gitan proposes a special menu inspired by traditional French fare. Specially curated for Bastille Day, showcasing the very best of French cuisine. The Bastille Day menu is available for both lunch and dinner all week long, A la carte will still be available, alongside the specials lists.
Reserve your table here.
Bistro Guillaume is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There is no specific Bastille Day offering.
Reserve your table here
Bistro La Provence does not appear to have any Bastille specific menu but is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July.
Reserve your table here
Bistro Sousou does not appear to have any Bastille Day specific offering. You can choose from the usual menu or the Tuesday Steak Frites with a butter Sousou sauce and a glass of Pinot noir $44
Reserve your table here.
Bistro Volière is not open on Bastille Day and does not appear to have any Bastille offering but is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11, Sunday 12 and Monday 13 July.
Reserve your table here.
Bistrot Bisou proposes a 3-course set menu with a glass of house wine for $49 per person from Tuesday 14 to Saturday 18 July.
Reserve your table here
Bon Ap Petit Bistro is serving its dinner menu all day from 11:30am on Tuesday 14 July for Bastille Day 2026.
Reserve your table here.
Chez Olivier is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any specific Bastille Day offering but you can choose from the usual à la carte menu or their usual Tuesday night offer of a 200g Black Angus Scotch Fillet with a side of French fries or salad and your choice of sauce + a glass of house wine for $45!
Reserve your table here
Deux Soeurs is open on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any Bastille Day specific offering. You can choose from their à la carte menu, or their premium 5 course degustation for $125 per person, or 7 course degustation for $180 per person.
Reserve your table here
Entrecôte is transforming into a full-blown Bastille Day fête for Melbourne’s francophiles, bon vivants, and anyone partial to free-flowing wines on Bastille Day proper, Tuesday 14 July.
Expect a lavish French feast, endless pours, live entertainment by their band for the evening Madme Kuldin & her Parisian Playboys, a few mischievous surprises, and a dining room dressed somewhere between Left Bank decadence and beautifully unhinged Parisian dinner party.
Naturally, there’ll be prizes for best dressed, so dust off the Breton stripes, silk scarves, vintage Saint Laurent, or whatever makes you feel French and fabulous. Vive la France, and pass the wine. Tuesday 14th of July.
Tickets are $269.90 per person in the Dining Room or $249.90 per person in Le Conservatoire. Reserve your table here
Fairfield Uniting Church La La La Chorale française de Melbourne Bastille Soirée – Saturday 18 July
An evening of French music with a light supper afterwards.
The CD they launched last year will be available for purchase in a bundle with your ticket for a discounted price. Otherwise the CD price is $25.
Tickets and ticket and CD bundle can be purchased here
Franco Belge is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day set menu.
Reserve your table here.
Frédéric proposes both their à la carte menu and a special menu inspired by traditional French fare. Specially curated for Bastille Day, showcasing the very best of French cuisine.
Reserve your table here.
Kew Court House Live will host a Bastille week concert by Noria Letts on Thursday 16 July.
Buy your $30 ticket here
L’Hôtel Gitan will have both their à la carte menu and a special menu inspired by traditional French fare. Specially curated for Bastille Day, showcasing the very best of French cuisine available both lunch and dinner all week long They will still be offering their à la carte menu.
Reserve your table here
Le Petit Bistro is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any Bastille Day set menu requirements.
Reserve your table here.
Lillian Brasserie is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There is no Bastille Day specific offering.
Reserve your table here.
Magnolia is open for dinner on Saturday 11 July and Wednesday 15 July.
Reserve your table here
Maison Bâtard proposes three distinct ways to celebrate Bastille Day on Tuesday 14 July.
These are:
- Lunch à la Française ($39): A French-inspired lunch featuring a choice of Le Cheeseburger, Au Poivre Burger, Steak Frites or Chicken Coq au Vin, served with a glass of French wine.
- Bastille Day Dinner ($110pp): A sharing-style feast beginning with baguette, Comté gougères, salmon gravlax and steak tartare, followed by a choice of Bouillabaisse or Duck Cassoulet and finished with Maison Bâtard‘s signature chocolate mousse. Can-Can dancers will make appearances throughout the evening.
- Le Tour de France Wine Dinner ($330pp): Hosted by Loïc Avril in Le Club, this multi-course dinner explores France’s great wine regions through a series of premium wine pairings, accompanied by live music from La Nuit Blanche.
You can book each of these here
Paris Cat Jazz Club will have a performance by Noria and the Parisians “Vive la France, Vive la musique!” on Sunday 12 July 2026 to celebrate Bastille Day.
Buy your $45 ticket here
Philippe Restaurant is open for lunch, and early and late dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any Bastille Day set menu requirement.
Reserve your table here
Reine & La Rue is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July.
Reserve your table here.
Smith St Bistro proposes a special Burlesque dinner event on Tuesday 14 July for Bastille Day 2026. Step into a night of decadence at Smith St Bistrot – where French revelry meets the spectacle of burlesque. Candlelight flickers, glasses catch the light, and a three-course menu unfolds alongside a choreographed evening of performance.
Entrez, laissez-vous séduire.
An immersive night – indulgent, theatrical and unmistakably Parisian.
Your evening begins with a glass in hand as the room comes to life. A three-course menu is served across the night – French-leaning, seasonal, and full of flavour.
The burlesque unfolds in a series of acts throughout the evening – starring New Zealand’s most exciting Burlesque export, Nellie Noble and Melbourne-based performer and model known for her refined, ballet-infused style, Brooke Bird.
Tickets
Première – $155 per person
Front to mid row access, includes a bottle of sparkling shared between two, placing you closer to the performance
Deuxième – $135 per person
Mid to back row access, includes a glass of sparkling on arrival per person
Reserve your table here.
University House Bastille Day Dinner – Tuesday 14 July
OPEN TO UNIVERSITY HOUSE MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS
Celebrate Bastille Day 2026 at University House- enjoy a fabulous all-inclusive French inspired menu curated by Executive Chef Stevie Carew, with matching wines chosen by awarded sommelier Christian Maier.
Our University House Choir will enchant you with a selection of beautiful music, and you can join in with La Marseillaise to end the evening!
This year The Bastilles, a small ensemble of students from the University of Melbourne will play classic French repertoire from the revolution, WW2, and post WW2 period, inspired by jazz manouche.
What: All inclusive French menu with drinks, choir, and five piece jazz manouche band The Bastilles.
*A non-alcohol option is available.
When: Tuesday 14 July 6:30pm – 10pm
Where: University House, Professors’ Walk
Members: $110 – $135
Guests: $120 – $150
Book your tickets here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN MORNINGTON PENINSULA, VIC
Somers Yacht Club – Friday 10 July
Bastille celebration for $50 per person includes main and dessert. There are meat and vegetarian options available as well as Gluten free options.
These evenings have been incredibly popular in previous years and bookings fill quickly, so they encourage you to secure your place early to avoid missing out.
Bookings are essential and must be made by Wednesday 8th July at midday. You can do so here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN NEWHAM, VIC (MACEDON RANGES)
Hanging Rock Winery is holding Bastille Day Weekend celebrations on the weekend of 18 and 19 July. The winery will be serving Beef bourguignons with steamed potatoes and Vegetarian quiches with salad !
Bastille Weekend Wine and Cheese Masterclass – Sunday 19 July
Two exclusive wine and cheese masterclasses led by Matt Steele, Associate of the World Academy of Cheese from Cornelius Cheesemongers, who will guide guests through a curated tasting of four exceptional cheeses. Each cheese has been thoughtfully paired with four of Hanging Rock Winery’s wines, selected in collaboration with our General Manager, Ruth Ellis.
Guests can expect an engaging and informative experience, learning not only about the unique characteristics of each wine, but also gaining a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship behind the cheeses. Of course, the highlight is the tasting itself—four outstanding cheeses perfectly matched with four premium wines, creating a memorable sensory experience.
Book your ticket for the Bastille Weekend Wine and Cheese Masterclass here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN NOOSA, QLD
Sunshine Beach Surf Club – 19 July 11:30am-2:30pm
Celebrate Bastille by the Beach, with a specially curated four-course French-inspired menu, perfectly paired with a selection of premium French wines, while soaking up stunning ocean views and a relaxed beachside atmosphere. From classic French flavours to exceptional wines, this is a celebration of everything we love about French cuisine and culture.
Members pay $115 via reception, non-members and online the price is $125. Purchase your online ticket here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN PERTH
Alliance Française de Perth will celebrate Bastille Day at the Claremont Yacht Club on Saturday 18 July.
A glass of sparkling on arrival followed by traditional French dinner. Then, catch up on the dancefloor! There will be a raffle with surprise gifts to be won.
Ticket prices are $105 for AF members, and $120 for General Admission. Buy yours here
Angel’s House is not open on Tuesdays but is open for dinner on Saturday 11 July and for lunch and dinner on Sunday 12 July. These does not appear to be any Bastille Day celebration or requirement.
Reserve your table here.
Balthazar is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any set menu requirement or any Bastille Day specific offering.
Reserve your table here
La Bastide is open for lunch and dinner on Sunday 12 July 2026 for $145 per person and a children’s menu for $55.
Reserve your table here.
La Lune is open on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille specific event.
Reserve your table here.
Le Rebelle is not open on Bastille Day but is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day set meu requirements.
Reserve your table here
Le Vivant is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11 and for dinner Sunday 12 July.
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Madeleine is not open on Tuesday 14 July. It is open for dinner on Saturday 11 July. There is no Bastille specific offering but you can choose between their à la carte; their T-Bone special hour (a 1kg T-Bone steak, perfectly cooked to your liking, 3 complimentary seasonal sides and unlimited peppercorn sauce for $125) between 3pm and 6pm; their afternoon 5 course degustation special for $109 instead of $135 between 3pm and 4:15pm; or their dinner 5 course degustation for $135.
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Mistelle is holding a Bastille Day Test Kitchen dinner on Tuesday 14 July. For one night only, Thomas and his team will be serving a French-inspired Test Kitchen Surprise Dinner, featuring a generous sharing feast designed to bring people together. Enjoy three entrées to share, a signature main course to share, and a classic French dessert, all inspired by the rich flavours and traditions of French cuisine for $79 per person.
The menu will remain a surprise until the night itself, giving our chefs the freedom to showcase the very best seasonal ingredients and French comfort food classics. To complement the experience, they will be suggesting a selection of French-inspired cocktails, mocktails, and carefully chosen wine pairings throughout the evening.
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BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN PORT MACQUARIE, NSW
Alliance Française de Port Macquarie at the Mercure Centro – Bastille Day Celebration – Sunday 12 July 2026
Enjoy delicious food and drinks, live music from Brad Lockwood and their usual raffle with some fabulous prizes to be won!
Dress-code: French Bring your sense of humour, dancing shoes and appetite!
Tickets cost $72 members, $79 non-members.
Booking details and menu will be announced shortly – check back here or your email if you are a member.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN PORT STEPHENS, NSW
Anchorage Hotel and Spa is transforming The Galley Kitchen into a celebration of everything France does best, from the first sip to the final note on the evening of Tuesday 14 July. They propose a 5 course menu with a glass of Veuve Clicquot on arrival for $169 per person.
As the night unfolds, let yourself be carried away by the warmth of live French music – the perfect accompaniment to great food, fine company, and a little bien-être.
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BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN POTTSVILLE, NSW
Pottsville Beach Community Hall Supper Session #2– Saturday 18 July
Supper Sessions is Table Riot’s communal dining series, bringing people together over bold food, shared tables, and nights that feel a little bigger than your average dinner.
Each session explores a different cuisine, story, or influence. This time, they’re heading to France. This menu takes inspiration from the culinary journey of Matt Kemp — from his time as part of the formidable kitchen brigade at Sydney institution Banc, through to opening his own much-loved French restaurant, Balzac, in Randwick.
French cuisine has been a significant chapter in Matt’s career, and this dinner is a chance to revisit some of those influences through the Table Riot lens — generous, relaxed, and designed to be shared. Expect beautiful produce, classic techniques, bold flavours and a few culinary stories from the kitchens that helped shape the chef behind the feast.
Book your place here
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN QUEENSCLIFF, VIC
360q is holding a Bastille Day luncheon on Sunday 12 July with a magnifique three-course, French-inspired lunch at 360Q. Join them for a sensational afternoon of fine Parisian flavours and live French-themed tunes from the incredible Kelly Auty and Lisette Payet.
Drinks available at bar prices.
This event always sells out so grab your $85 tickets early here.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN ROCKHAMPTON
Alliance Française de North Queensland is celebrating Bastille Day on Sunday 12 July with a charcuterie-style lunch paired with French wines.
Keep an eye on their website to find out more details as they become available.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN SYDNEY
Alliance Française de Sydney @ The Greenwood Hotel – Saturday 11 July
AF de Sydney is holding its annual Bastille Day party, an unforgettable evening filled with French flair, live entertainment, and festive energy.
Enjoy spectacular Cancan performances, dance the night away to French beats from a live DJ, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere with delicious food, drinks, and surprises throughout the evening. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win fantastic prizes in their exciting raffle!
Buy your event and raffle tickets here
The Anna Weaving Collective @ Kalyx Lounge Bar & Club – Sunday 12 July
An evening of French melodies and charm with Anna Weaving and her talented ensemble of musicians, Cameron Jones, Peter Malone, Georges Magnan and Eddie Bronson.
Pastis, kir and kir royal will be available to purchase at the bar. There will also be tarte flambée (Flammekuche), a specialty of the Alsace region.
Purchase your $19.88 ticket here
Paris in the 50s and 60s – A Bastille Day event @ Lot 302, Surry Hills
Tonight, you’re invited into the shimmering world of Paris in the 50s and 60s, a time when French music defined elegance, passion and poetic rebellion.
As two of Australia’s most active & leading ambassadors of French popular song, Corinne Andrew and Milko Foucault – Larché bring this golden era roaring back to life with the authenticity of native storytellers and the fire of lifelong performers.
Together, they honour the legends who shaped a generation—Piaf, Aznavour, Montand, Bécaud, Distel — while weaving their own signature artistry through every note. This is more than a concert; it is a celebration of heritage, memory and the enduring heartbeat of Paris. Prepare to be transported, captivated, and swept into the soul of France by two performers who know exactly how to carry the French musical torch with pride.
Buy your ticket here.
Bastille Festival Sydney returns to Circular Quay and The Rocks over 4 days: 16 to 19 July.
We will tell you all about it in a dedicated article but for now, check out their website
Armorica is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11, Tuesday 14 July, and Saturday 18 July. There does not appear to be any Bastille Day celebration.
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Bellevue Woolloomooloo is not open on Bastille Day. They are open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11, Sunday 12 and Wednesday 15 July.
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Bistro Moncur is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any set menu or Bastille Day event
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Bistro Mosman is open on Bastille Day but does not appear to have any Bastille Day event.
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Bistro Papillon will celebrate Bastille Day on Friday 10, Saturday 11, and 14 July with a five-course menu for $140 per person. The menu will celebrate the classic dishes, regional flavours and simple pleasures that make French dining so special. Expect honest French food, beautiful French wine, and plenty of reasons to say santé.
Bookings are essential. Reserve your table here
Bitton Rose Bay is holding a Bastille Day dinner on 14 July with a three course set menu, and a live accordionist for $99 per person.
AMUSE BOUCHE: Ox Heart Tomato Tart
ENTRÉE: French Onion Soup
MAIN COURSE: Confit Duck Leg Cassoulet
DESSERT: Crème Brûlée
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Bon Vin is not open on Bastille Day but is open for dinner on Saturday 11 July.
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Bouillon L’Entrecôte is holding a 3 course Bastille Day dinner with a glass of champagne on arrival for $110 per person on Tuesday 14 July.
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Brasserie L’Entrecôte proposes a 3 course dinner with champagne on arrival for $110 per person on Tuesday 14 July.
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Chez Beckett’s will celebrate Bastille Day with Paris After Dark on Saturday 11 July and a specially designed three course menu for $90 per person.
Paris After Dark, a French international variety performance led by award-winning entertainer Milko Foucault-Larche alongside Parisian-born leading lady Corinne Andrew. Together, they guide you through the avenues and boulevards of Paris, weaving a rich tapestry of sound and story. From the aching beauty of Piaf to the timeless charm of Aznavour, from the golden era of chanson to the drama of French opera and music theatre, each note carries the spirit of a city that has long seduced the world.
Performed in both English and French, this enchanting cabaret captures the essence of a true Parisian soirée; romantic, vibrant, and unapologetically alive.
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Dangar Island Bowlo is holding a special Bastille Day French themed edition of their Trivia with the Viking on Saturday 18 July
Part of a three-leg Winter Trivia Championship, hosted by Gareth Tillson AKA The Viking, the July edition will celebrate Bastille Day with a French themed round of questions.
Your team must comprise of at least 2 and a max of 8 people.
Your booking includes a free drink! (Middy of tap beer/soft drink/glass of house wine). There will be prizes for the winning team at the end of the competition.
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Ennui is open for dinner on Bastille Day on Tuesday 14 July.
Choose from the à la carte, the banquet meu for $105 per person, or the Grand Banquet for $155 per person.
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Four Frogs Crêperie hasn’t announced their Bastille Day plans yet but they usually have a special crêpe for the month. We will update this article when the info is available.
Frenchies Bistro & Brewery is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day event.
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Gavroche is open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11,and for lunch on Sunday 12. They have not announced any Bastille Day menus.
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La Boucherie is not open on Tuesdays but is open on Saturday 11 or Sunday 12 July. They do not appear to have a Bastille Day specific menu.
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L’Amuse Bouche is not open on Bastille Day. They are open for dinner on Saturday 11 July. There does not appear to be any specific Bastille Day offering.
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Le Coq & Fish is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July and does not appear to have any Bastille Day offering.
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Le Coq Rôtisserie is open on Tuesday 14 July for lunch and dinner. There doesn’t appear to be any Bastille Day fixed menu requirement. The à la carte menu, and two courses prix fixe options.
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Manon Brasserie will be open all day on Bastille Day and will have its usual à la carte menu as well as daily specials available.
You are encouraged to book for lunch or dinner but breakfast is for walk ins only. Reserve your table here.
Parlour is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day event or fixed menu requirement. Their usual offerings are available including:
Steak and Frites for $40 Think a sizzling filet mignon served with bottomless crispy frites, accompanied by a saucy peppercorn sauce
Prix fixe affair with 2 courses for $55 or 3 courses for $65.
Think rich flavours, Parisian comfort, and just enough indulgence… with the option to level up to Steak Frites if temptation wins.
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Pistou is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day event or set menu requirement. Their usual Tuesday Mussels offer is also on ($30 for mussels and wine).
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Porcine is not open on Tuesday 14 July. They are open for lunch and dinner on Saturday 11 and lunch on Sunday 12. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day event or set menu requirements.
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Quoi Dining is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any Bastille Day set menu so you can dine from the à la carte, the Short Tasting Menu for $180 per person, or the Full Tasting Menu for $225 per person.
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Saveur is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. There does not appear to be any Bastille Day event.
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Scary Canary is holding a Bastille Day silent disco on Tuesday 14 July. It’s a full French music takeover to the green channel, packed with French hits, party anthems and late-night dance floor energy.
Free entry for French passport holders
Purchase your tickets here
Skål Sydney Bastille Day Lunch @ The Little Snail – Wednesday 8 July
Skal International Sydney will celebrate Bastille Day with a three-course lunch and drinks.
There will be a raffle with some fabulous prizes as well as a prize for the best dressed male and best dressed female so make sure you come in your best French chic ooh là là.
Book your spot at the lunch here
Terminus Hotel is holding a French Food & Wine Trivia Soirée on Monday 13 July
Expect culinary curiosités, laugh-out-loud challenges and interactive rounds including Croissant Conquest, Rouge ou Blanc and Desserts Français — all served with amusing accents and a generous dash of je ne sais quoi. Whether you’re French, a dedicated foodie, wine lover, French language student, Francophile, chef, hospitality professional or simply someone who enjoys a fun night out with friends, you’ll find plenty to savour.
No expert knowledge required. Just bring your appetite for fun and your best team spirit.
Tickets available here.
The Charles is open for lunch and dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day celebration or fixed menu requirement.
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The Little Snail is open for dinner on Tuesday 14 July. They do not appear to have any Bastille Day celebration or fixed menu requirement.
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Vatel is celebrating Bastille Day on Wednesday 15 July with a night of fine food and entertainment with accordionist Lukas Maio. The 4 course set menu costs $98 and you can BYO Wine with Corkage for $7.00 per person.
They are celebrating 100 years of the “little red book” the Michelin Guide Join them from 6.30/6.45 for 7.00 pm start. Bookings are essential and can be done via SMS to Philippe on 0419 636 304 (an even number of guests at table is preferred).
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN TOOWOOMBA/CROWS NEST, QLD
Alliance Française de Toowoomba at Myrtille Bistro, Crows Nest – Sunday 19 July 12.30pm – 4:30pm
Come together to celebrate La Fête Nationale, with a four course, fully French-themed, meal in a wonderful, unique French ambiance.
Very special offer to Alliance members of $89, including a glass of bubbles. Non-members and others diners $99 for this beautiful French
inspired menu with produce sourced from local Queensland farms.
The AF de Toowoomba is planning to provide coach transport from Toowoomba CBD to Myrtille at $20 per head. Please indicate on your RSVP if you wish to take this option. Confirmation of this exciting possibility will be subject to numbers.
Limited places so RSVP as soon as possible. Final numbers needed early to secure our places before it sells out to the general public and Myrtille’s faithful followers. RSVP date: 3 July 2026.
Buy your ticket here.
BASTILLE DAY 2026 IN YARRAM, VIC
A Literary Dinner in Three Acts on Bastille Day – Tuesday 14 July
The Artichoke and Cafe Aga invite you to a Bastille Day dinner unlike any other: six courses of French food, matched wines, and three novels that shaped how the world imagines Paris.
Act I — Anaïs Nin, A Spy in the House of Love · Traditional Method Brut
Nocturnal, candlelit, a little undone. We open with smoked salmon and crème fraîche tartlets with caper berries, followed by a Salad Niçoise – precise, Parisian, cold glass in hand.
Act II — Muriel Barbery, The Elegance of the Hedgehog · Pinot Gris / Pinot Noir
Classical technique, hidden depth. Chicken fricassee with potatoes dauphinoise, then scotch fillet medallions with sauce béarnaise and greens. The definitive bistro act.
Act III — Patrick Süskind, Perfume · Bordeaux
Dark, fragrant, extraordinary. Parisian love cakes with pistachio and rose, then chocolate profiteroles with crème pâtissière. The final act should linger.
All three books go home with you. Choose from six courses, matched wines, three books for $167 per person or six courses, three books, no wine for $157 per person. Spaces are very limited. Bookings essential and can be made here.
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So there you have it. The biggest guide to Bastille Day 2026 in Australia. How and where will you celebrate?
