ANNUAL EVENTS
Cannes is world-renowned for the events held throughout the city during the year. Here are some of the main events.
February
Cannes International Games Festival – Gaming showcase and competitions held attracting professional gamers and game designers. Founded in 1987.
March
MIPIM – International real estate event that brings over 25,000 property professionals from all over the world. This tradeshow brings the most influential real estate leaders for networking and exhibition events.
MAY
Cannes International Film Festival – Attended by film stars, celebrities, and other A-listers, this celebration of film honors international cinema makers and a highly anticipated event lasting more than 7 days.
JUNE
Fête de la Musique – Originating in France this international holiday encourages all musicians to join, play or host musical performances anywhere they are able. Musicians from all genres of music are asked to perform in open areas for free.
August
Pyrotechnic Art Festival – Held over the Bay of Cannes, some of the most beautiful and largest pyrotechnic displays complete for the grand prize. Combined with music these lighted art displays are sure to impress.
September
Cannes Yachting Festival – International Yacht Show that attracts visitors from all over the world for this 5-day event that was started in 1977.
September
Régates Royales – Annual yachting regatta that attracts some of the largest and greatest sailing yachts and crew in the world compete for the title in one of multiple categories based on size, age and rigging.
November/December
Cannes Dance Festival – Started in 1984, Contemporary dance companies from around the world showcase their talents.