Learn about French holidays, festivals, and other celebrations, as well as how to talk about non-French holidays in French.
For Francophiles, the word "Bastille" is likely to conjure up memories (or dreams) of fireworks and military parades, because the idea of la Bastille is inherently linked to 14 July - at least for English speakers. Chez les Français, not so much. Here are 7 things you should know about la Bastille: the holiday, the prison, and the word itself. 
A2 French Lessons and Practice - Low-Intermediate French
B1 French Lessons and Practice - Intermediate French
You probably know that 14 July is Bastille Day, but do you know what it's called in French? (Hint, it's not "jour de Bastille.") Do you know the history behind Bastille Day, or how it's celebrated in France? This page has links to everything you could possibly want to know. 
B1 French Lessons and Practice - Intermediate French
B1 French Lessons and Practice - Intermediate French
A2 French Lessons and Practice - Low-Intermediate French
B2 French Lessons and Practice - Upper-Intermediate French • French Christmas Carols
