Fête de Taverny

The Fête de Taverny, between forest and festivities

The Fête de Taverny is the major summer festive event for the inhabitants of this residential town in the Val-d'Oise, nestled at the foot of the Montmorency forest. Organized by the municipality and local associations, this popular celebration offers a varied program of free entertainment that takes over the town's green spaces and sports facilities.

Taverny is a town of about 26,000 inhabitants belonging to the Val Parisis agglomeration community. Its privileged geographical location, on the edge of the Montmorency forest estate — the largest deciduous forest in Île-de-France with its 2,600 hectares of chestnut trees — gives it a natural and wooded character highly appreciated by families. This proximity to the forest fosters a culture of outdoor activities and open-air festivities.

The Jean-Bouin stadium, heart of the summer festivities

The Jean-Bouin stadium is the main entertainment venue for the Fête de Taverny. This sports complex, which hosts the town's football and athletics teams, transforms into a festive space during summer evenings. Its vast lawn and stands can accommodate concerts and shows for a large audience in a friendly setting.

The concerts organized at the Jean-Bouin stadium offer a varied musical program that reflects the diversity of Taverny's inhabitants. Brazilian rhythms — samba, bossa nova, forró — have notably been welcomed by the town, illustrating the cultural openness and discreet cosmopolitanism of this residential community. Sessions of giant zumba sometimes precede the concerts, drawing participants into a dancing and festive atmosphere.

The July 14th fireworks display at Parc François Mitterrand

The July 14th fireworks display is one of the most anticipated moments of the year in Taverny. Fired at the Parc François Mitterrand, it is preceded by an evening hosted by a DJ and a variety concert. In 2023, the theme "Fairy Tales at the Cinema" led to an original pyrotechnic show that amazed spectators. This tradition of themed fireworks gives Taverny's National Day celebration a unique and eagerly awaited character.

The evening of July 13th begins with musical entertainment and food trucks that create a festive atmosphere before the pyrotechnic show. The public gathers on the lawns and paths of the park in a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere. These July 14th evenings bring together several thousand residents of Taverny each year who reconnect with their republican traditions.

The Fête de la Musique and summer concerts

The Fête de la Musique on June 21st marks the start of the festive season in Taverny each year. Concerts take place in the town's public spaces, with an eclectic program ranging from rock to French variety, jazz, and world music. Local bands have priority, and many amateur musicians from the Val-d'Oise make their stage debuts here.

Throughout the summer, concerts and musical entertainment are organized in Taverny's parks and squares. These free events allow residents to enjoy quality cultural offerings without having to travel far from home, in a pleasant setting marked by the proximity of the forest and green spaces.

Community life and local entertainment

Taverny's community life is very active, with dozens of sports, cultural, and social associations participating in the town's entertainment throughout the year. The Fête de Taverny is an opportunity for these associations to showcase themselves, recruit new members, and share their passion with the entire population.

Neighborhood festivals organized in the different sectors of Taverny — Val d'Oise, Beauchamp, Vieux Taverny — complement the central program. These local festivities allow residents to gather in a warm and friendly atmosphere, around a shared meal, a sports tournament, or entertainment for children.

The Montmorency forest, the natural setting for the festival

The Montmorency forest estate, which extends to the gates of Taverny, is one of the town's major natural assets. During the summer period, forest hikes, picnics under the chestnut trees, and outdoor activities attract families and walkers who enjoy this exceptional green lung. Forest activities and nature outings organized by the National Forestry Office sometimes complement the summer festival program.