Bastille Day Garden Party

Kick off Bastille Day Weekend under the stars at the beautiful Kip’s Castle during our annual Bastille Day Garden Party.

Exclusive Member Pre-Sale | June 15–21 • Public Sales | Begin June 22

A beloved Montclair tradition since 2008, this joyful evening brings people together for an elegant yet festive French-inspired summer celebration. This year, the event will be hosted for the first time at Kip’s Castle, a magnificent estate overlooking the New York City skyline. Inspired by a medieval Norman castle, the historic mansion and its spectacular grounds provide a unique and unforgettable setting for Bastille Day festivities.

Guests will enjoy:

• An exceptional summer-inspired country buffet by Cuisine Boulud, created by internationally celebrated chef Daniel Boulud, one of the world's most recognized ambassadors of French cuisine
• Desserts by Janelle Manning, a Montclair-based pastry chef trained at Le Cordon Bleu and Ferrandi

Plus:

* Wine, cocktails, and refreshing summer drinks
* Live music throughout the evening by Myriam’s band, Nuage Rhythm, blending Parisian and American jazz from the Golden Age with elegant pop favorites
* Dancing after dinner
* One complimentary raffle ticket per guest for a chance to win two Air France tickets from New York to Paris
* Additional raffle tickets available for purchase during the event (cash only) for a chance to win exciting additional prizes

A signature summer celebration bringing together French culture, music, food, dancing, and community in a spectacular setting.

Fine print: Must be 21+ to enter. All sales are final. Event takes place rain or shine. No refunds or exchanges allowed.

Ticket Info:

Member Pre-Sale June 15-21
Member price: $100
Guest of member: $125

General Sale starts June 22
Non-member price: $125

L’Alliance New York Members enjoy exclusive benefits in Montclair:

• 10% off French classes year-round
• Complimentary monthly Conversation Club
• Complimentary monthly Book Club
• $75 base hourly rate for private instruction
• NEW! Complimentary access to French-language films at the Clairidge Theater or Bellevue Theatre throughout the year
• Early access and preferred pricing for the Bastille Day Garden Party
• Exclusive access to the Montclair Members Holiday Party

Current students save 50% on Individual and Dual L’Alliance New York membership until August 31, 2026. Learn more on our Membership page about membership tiers, pricing, and additional perks available at L’Alliance New York in Manhattan, including countless exciting and inspiring cultural events, free and reduced-price film screenings, preferred access to our performing arts programs, and exclusive borrowing privileges at our French library. L’Alliance New York membership also includes access to our online library, special members-only pricing through our partners, and many other benefits, for a quintessential francophone cultural experience.