Celebrate Bastille Day in Sydney with a magnifique lineup that will transport you straight to the heart of France! Spanning 22,000+ square meters across 7 sites, the festival will offer 124 FREE shows featuring 344 artists, live concerts, DJs, dance classes, and more, ensuring there’s something to delight every taste and interest! Feel the rhythm pulse through every performance, embodying the essence of joie de vivre.
From the electrifying energy of La Faya to the retro charm of Swing dancing and the Brazilian twist of Sydney Samba. Experience the acrobatic grace of Capoeira, the elegance of French cancan with Les Femmes Diamant, and the vibrant beats of Kiltir Tropical. For those who crave rock and pop, don’t miss Fireglow and the Soulganic band’s electrifying concerts on Thursday and Saturday nights. As the sun sets, dance under the stars at our DJ nights on Friday and Saturday.
Book yourself “Le Diner Extraordinaire”
in Quay Quarter Lanes
Within the intimate Quay Quarter Lanes, take a seat at the elegant banquet table, indulge in a 4-course French-inspired menu designed by the precinct’s renowned restaurants, paired with premium wines, and choose your vibe!
Bastille Festival presents “Les 4 Dîners Extraordinaires” at Quay Quarter Lane. A culinary exploration where Sydney’s trendiest restaurants will host three exclusive French-inspired diner & show.
Bastille Food, Wine & Art Masterclasses
Explore our new festival addition: exclusive French-inspired masterclasses!
Participate: Dance or debate? Unique free to attend events.
Le Mulled Wine Cinema: Deck chairs, Blankets & Mulled Wine. This year movie selection
Cozy up in deck chairs with blankets and indulge in the warmth of mulled wine as you immerse yourself in romantic love stories and captivating adventures.
Grab yourself a Bastille Wine Passport, receive your Bastille wine glass & let’s go French Wine Tasting!
1.4km self-guided tour to sample wines from 8 prestigious French regions: Burgundy, Beaujolais, Bordeaux, Alsace, Rhône Valley, Provence, Languedoc and new this year indulge in the Loire Valley winesines known for their fresh, fruity, floral, and elegant characteristics, these wines enrich your personal Tour de France of flavours and heritage.
Paris Olympics are coming to Circular Quay!
As the world anticipates the 2024 Paris Olympics, we will embrace the Olympic fervour with the centrepiece of this year’s festival—the Bastille Olympic Village. Nestled within the festivities, the Village will transport visitors straight to Paris. At its heart, the Bastille Olympic Village features awe-inspiring oversized 3D sculptures capturing the essence of iconic Paris landmarks, including a breathtaking 6-meter-high replica of the Eiffel Tower.
For the young and young at heart, the Village will host engaging sports workshops where you can try fencing, basketball, badminton, and archery guided by seasoned coaches and sporting personalities.
Dates: 11–14 July 2024
Location: Circular Quay, The Rocks, Customs House, Quay Quarter Lanes, Overseas Passenger.
Cost: Free to attend – Ticketed experiences start from $20pp
