French Community Holiday
September 27, Saturday
Date of celebration
French Community Day is celebrated annually on September 27. It is an official holiday in Wallonia and Brussels and is a day off for employees of public institutions and educational organizations of the French-speaking community.
Main goals
* to celebrate the cultural and linguistic unity of the French-speaking population of Belgium;
* to emphasize the importance of the French language and culture in the country;
* to remind of the political and historical autonomy of the French-speaking community;
* to unite residents through cultural and festive events.
Traditions and events
On French Community Day, various events take place:
* official ceremonies and speeches by politicians;
* concerts, theatrical performances, and cultural festivals;
* parades and processions in cities of the French-speaking community;
* art exhibitions, film screenings, and presentations of national heritage;
* public celebrations and community gatherings aimed at strengthening cultural ties.
Significance for society
The holiday highlights the uniqueness of French-speaking culture and language in Belgium, contributes to the strengthening of national and cultural identity, and unites the residents of Wallonia and Brussels around shared historical and cultural values.
French Community Holiday in other years
- 2021 September 27, Monday
- 2022 September 27, Tuesday
- 2023 September 27, Wednesday
- 2024 September 27, Friday
- 2026 September 27, Sunday