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Why is May 8th a holiday in France, and will it remain a day off?
FRENCH TRADITIONS

Why is May 8th a holiday in France, and will it remain a day off?

Fireworks, police and weather: What to expect from New Year’s Eve in Paris in 2023
FRENCH TRADITIONS

Fireworks, police and weather: What to expect from New Year's Eve in Paris in 2023

If you are celebrating the New Year in France's capital, here is what you can expect - from fireworks to police presence and road closures.

The rules to be aware of when celebrating New Year’s Eve in France
FRENCH TRADITIONS

The rules to be aware of when celebrating New Year’s Eve in France

Oysters to firemen’s balls and la rentrée: The 25 seasons of the French year
FRENCH TRADITIONS

Oysters to firemen’s balls and la rentrée: The 25 seasons of the French year

CULTURE

LISTEN: Five things to know about France’s Fête de la musique

LISTEN: Five things to know about France’s Fête de la musique
PARIS

July 14th: What’s planned for France’s Bastille Day celebrations this year?

July 14th: What’s planned for France’s Bastille Day celebrations this year?
FRENCH TRADITIONS

Galette des Rois: Everything you need to know about France’s royal tart

Galette des Rois: Everything you need to know about France’s royal tart
FRENCH TRADITIONS

Why do many in France work for free on Pentecost public holiday?

Why do many in France work for free on Pentecost public holiday?
Reader question: Can you explain France’s poisson d’avril tradition?
READER QUESTIONS

Reader question: Can you explain France’s poisson d’avril tradition?

19 things you should do in France at least once
TOURISM

19 things you should do in France at least once

IN PICTURES: France marks annual street music party (including a rave at the Elysée)
FETE DE LA MUSIQUE

IN PICTURES: France marks annual street music party (including a rave at the Elysée)

FRENCH TRADITIONS

How to make your own Galette des Rois

How to make your own Galette des Rois