For those tired of covering their ears during fireworks, or who know the military parade by heart, there are other alternatives to the July 14 celebration. More and more shows are being offered on the same day, or the evening before. In Nice, for example, the program for those seeking novelty is varied.
Why not go to a photographic exhibition at Villa Arson or spend an evening at the theater? The Théâtre du Cours does not change its program on the evening of the national holiday. Comedy, drama, two plays are offered to the public, the first at 8:30 PM (“Sit on the couch, I’m sharpening my knife”) and the other at 10:00 PM (“Goodbye Colette”).
Across France, the Centre des monuments nationaux opens the doors of 26 gardens, parks, and monuments on July 14. Right near here, at the Trophy of Augustus in La Turbie, you can spend the national holiday. It’s a perfect opportunity for organizing a picnic or a snack on the grass.
Two cities on the French Riviera are innovating this year: Mouans-Sartoux with its “Water Fairy” show. Organized on July 13, 2009 at 9:30 PM, this event offers a free public spectacle of fountains combining sound and light. These features will also be found in the fireworks of the city of Nice, which will create a true pyrotechnic show.
For those who stick with the option of the military parade and fireworks, the City of Nice is keeping its traditions unchanged. The parade begins at 6:55 PM at the Cotta space. It will feature firefighters, police officers, sailors from the Verseau… You will have to wait until 10:00 PM for the start of the fireworks in front of the Ruhl casino.
