Brocante des Remparts
January-December
Held on the first Saturday of each month under the ramparts of the citadel, this brocante, or flea market, attracts locals and tourists with its range of antiques, vintage prints and jewellery. It runs from 8am until 6pm, and is open only to vendors selling items of a decent quality.
Festival du Cinema Italien
February
A good illustration of the continuing importance of Corsica's Italian heritage, this annual festival showcases a week's worth of films from Italy. It's been running for 25 years and forms an important part of the Theatre de Bastia's annual calendar.
Bastille Day
14 July
Bastille Day is celebrated with fervour across France, and Corsica's cities are no exception. Expect to find Bastia in full regalia, with plenty of parades, celebrations and open-air merrymaking. Food and drink generally play a big part in the festivities.
A Notte Di A Memoria
July
Held each July to commemorate the 'releve du gouverneur', this historical event sees a costumed re-enactment of the arrival of the French governor at the Bastia Citadel. It involves a drum parade through the streets, alongside dancers, drum-throwers and musicians.
Arte Mare
November
Shining a spotlight on film and arts from the Mediterranean region, Arte Mare is one of the most important cultural events on the Corsican calendar. It's been drawing crowds for three decades, making it the oldest film festival on the island.