French Riviera events

Major Events Around Monaco, Cannes & the French Riviera

Discover a curated selection of international festivals, yachting shows, luxury congresses, cultural highlights and lifestyle events that can inspire a tailor-made Riviera experience, from Monaco to Cannes, Nice, Antibes and beyond.

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Experience the Riviera through its most exclusive calendar dates

The French Riviera is shaped by world-famous events throughout the year. From Cannes to Monaco, these moments bring a unique atmosphere to the coast and can turn a simple stay into a more memorable private itinerary.

Monaco Luxury Tours can help build a custom program around these highlights: scenic routes, refined restaurants, panoramic viewpoints, iconic villages, seaside stops, shopping time, event attendance and comfortable private travel between each moment of the day.

2026 / 2027 calendar

Major events around Cannes & Monaco to inspire a custom tour

A chronological selection of key Riviera events that can be used as a starting point for a bespoke experience across Monaco, Cannes, Nice and the French Riviera.

June 22–26 2026
Cannes Creativity Business

Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity

Cannes Lions brings creative agencies, global brands, media leaders and innovation teams to Cannes for conferences, awards, meetings and high-profile networking on La Croisette.

  • Walk along La Croisette and the Palais des Festivals
  • Lunch or dinner in Cannes during the festival atmosphere
  • Possible extension to Antibes or Saint-Paul-de-Vence
  • Tailored timing around meetings, showcases or evening plans
Build around Cannes Lions
September 8–13 2026
Cannes Yachting Luxury

Cannes Yachting Festival

Set between the Vieux Port and Port Canto, the Cannes Yachting Festival welcomes yacht owners, brokers, shipyards and guests for one of Europe’s leading in-water boat shows.

  • Discover Cannes between the Vieux Port and Port Canto
  • Add a seaside lunch, marina visit or private shopping stop
  • Include Antibes, Cap d’Antibes or Saint-Paul-de-Vence
  • Ideal for a luxury-focused Riviera day
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September 23–26 2026
Monaco Yachting VIP

Monaco Yacht Show

Hosted at Port Hercule, the Monaco Yacht Show gathers superyacht owners, builders, brokers, family offices and luxury partners for one of the most prestigious events in the Principality.

  • Explore Port Hercule and Monaco’s luxury atmosphere
  • Combine Monaco with Èze, La Turbie or Cap-Ferrat
  • Add a lunch, dinner or panoramic coastal route
  • Suitable for a refined half-day or full-day itinerary
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September 28–30 2026
Monaco Luxury Business

LUXE PACK Monaco

LUXE PACK Monaco brings premium packaging suppliers, designers and luxury brand decision-makers to the Grimaldi Forum for three days of meetings, product launches and networking.

  • Monaco discovery around the Grimaldi Forum area
  • Luxury shopping, restaurant or showroom stops
  • Possible extension to Èze or Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
  • Tailored pacing for business visitors and private guests
Plan a luxury itinerary
October 12–15 2026
Cannes Media Business

MIPCOM Cannes

MIPCOM is a major international market for television, streaming and entertainment content, bringing producers, buyers, studios and media executives to the Palais des Festivals.

  • Discover Cannes around the Palais des Festivals
  • Add a refined dinner, beachside moment or private meeting stop
  • Combine the event atmosphere with Antibes or Mougins
  • Adapt the day to business appointments and leisure time
Build a Cannes tour
October 19–21 2026
Monaco Sport Media Tech

SPORTEL Monaco

SPORTEL Monaco welcomes sports media, broadcasting, technology and rights professionals to the Grimaldi Forum for meetings, conferences and executive networking.

  • Monaco discovery around Larvotto and the Grimaldi Forum
  • Possible scenic route to Èze or the Moyenne Corniche
  • Restaurant, hotel or private appointment coordination
  • Suitable for executives who want to combine work and Riviera discovery
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November 3–4 2026
Cannes Retail Business

MAPIC Cannes

MAPIC gathers retail, property, leisure and foodservice professionals in Cannes for deal-making, conferences and international meetings at the Palais des Festivals.

  • Experience Cannes around the Palais des Festivals
  • Add business lunch, dinner or private appointment time
  • Combine Cannes with Antibes, Mougins or Saint-Paul-de-Vence
  • Designed for a balanced business and leisure program
Plan around MAPIC
Nov. / Dec. 30–3 2026
Cannes Luxury Travel VIP

ILTM Cannes

ILTM Cannes connects luxury travel advisors, high-end hotels, private travel designers and premium destination partners at one of the most important luxury travel events in the world.

  • Luxury travel atmosphere in Cannes
  • Possible hotel, palace and fine dining experiences
  • Combine Cannes with Monaco, Èze or Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
  • Ideal inspiration for high-end Riviera visitors
Create an ILTM itinerary
March 15–19 2027
Cannes Real Estate Business

MIPIM Cannes

MIPIM is one of the leading international real estate events, bringing investors, developers, cities, hospitality groups and property leaders to Cannes for intensive meetings and networking.

  • Cannes itinerary around conferences and meetings
  • Restaurant, hotel and private appointment moments
  • Optional extension to Antibes, Mougins or Saint-Paul-de-Vence
  • Flexible format for executives and private guests
Prepare a MIPIM tour
May 6–10 2026
Monaco Supercars Luxury

Top Marques Monaco

Top Marques Monaco is dedicated to supercars, classic cars, watches, technology and luxury lifestyle, attracting collectors, brands and high-net-worth visitors to the Grimaldi Forum.

  • Luxury lifestyle inspiration in the heart of Monaco
  • Combine the Grimaldi Forum area with Monte-Carlo highlights
  • Add Èze, La Turbie or Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
  • Perfect for car enthusiasts and luxury-focused guests
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Custom Riviera experiences

How an event can become part of a private tour

From a short stop around Cannes to a full day between Monaco, Èze and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Monaco Luxury Tours can shape a refined itinerary around your dates, interests and pace.

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Event-focused half-day tour

Center the experience around a festival, show, congress or private occasion, with selected stops nearby to enjoy the local atmosphere without overloading the schedule.

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Full-day Riviera itinerary

Build a complete day with coastal roads, iconic towns, restaurants, panoramic viewpoints, luxury shopping and time around the event itself.

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Monaco, Èze & coastal views

Pair a Monaco event with hilltop scenery, the Moyenne Corniche, Èze village, La Turbie, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat or a refined seaside lunch.

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Cannes, Antibes & Saint-Paul-de-Vence

Around a Cannes event, add the old town of Antibes, the Cap d’Antibes coastal atmosphere, Mougins or the artistic village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence.

05

Yachting, marinas & seaside lunches

For yachting and luxury events, include marina views, port areas, beach clubs, coastal restaurants and elegant stops along the Riviera.

06

Evening dining & special occasions

Extend the itinerary with a private dinner, celebration, gala evening, sunset stop or relaxed return to your hotel, villa or residence.

FAQ

Events and custom tours on the French Riviera

Can an event be included in a custom tour?

Yes. An event can be used as the central point of a tailor-made itinerary, with nearby visits, restaurants, viewpoints and Riviera highlights added around your schedule.

Is this a full calendar of all Riviera events?

No. This page presents a curated selection of major events around Monaco and Cannes that are especially useful as inspiration for a private tour or luxury Riviera experience.

Can one itinerary include Monaco and Cannes?

Yes, depending on timing and the pace you want. A custom tour can focus on one city or combine several destinations such as Monaco, Èze, Nice, Antibes, Cannes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence.

What information should I send?

Share your dates, starting point, preferred event, areas you want to discover, number of guests, timing constraints and the general atmosphere you want for the day.

Build a custom Riviera tour around your event

Share your dates, preferred event, starting point, areas you would like to discover and the atmosphere you want. We will suggest a refined itinerary across Monaco, Cannes, Nice and the French Riviera.

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