Fête Nationale : 1er Août [EN]
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Celebrate August 1: from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. at the Relais du Grand-Saint-Bernard, then starting at 5:00 p.m. at Place Centrale with street entertainment, FIFO performances, a concert by Bastien Baker...
To mark National Day, Martigny invites residents and visitors to celebrate August 1 in a festive and friendly atmosphere, featuring entertainment, concerts—including a performance by Bastien Baker—and performances by FIFO.
Schedule for the Day
At the Relais du St-Bernard
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Entertainment, tastings, and free activities for all ages
Place Centrale
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Bars and food stands open
- Street entertainment: Otto il Bassotto (clown), Mona Rosa (singer)
- FIFO performances – Armenia
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
- Official program: parade and concert by the Tambours d’Octodure, speech, concert by the Harmonie Municipale
7:45 PM – 8:00 PM
- Swiss folklore with the Comberintze
8:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- FIFO Entertainment – Mexico
8:30 PM – 9:00 PM
- Street entertainment: Otto il Bassotto (clown), Mona Rosa (singer)
9:00 PM – 10:15 PM
- Concert by Bastien Baker: an acoustic performance blending vocals and guitar, featuring iconic songs, anecdotes, and moments of interaction with the audience
10:15 PM – 11:00 PM
- Magical parade: the giant luminous birds of the L’Envol troupe take over Place Centrale
10:45 PM – 1:45 AM
- Dance with the Magic Men
A festive and emotionally rich day to share together as we celebrate National Day in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
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Event dates
- 01 August 2026
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