On this page, you will find all the top events happening on the French Riviera. With a diverse calendar of events, your trip to Fréjus promises to be fantastic. Experience real emotion at the Saint-Raphaël Jazz Festival, Les Nuits de Port-Fréjus Fireworks Festival or the Festival de Cannes, where cinema reigns supreme each May. Sports are also in the spotlight with must-see events like the Monaco Grand Prix, Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Regatta and the Roc d’Azur, an internationally renowned mountain biking competition. As for Les Bravades in Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël, traditional feast day honouring the towns’ patron saints, they are a wonderful opportunity to learn about local customs.
Let yourself be swept away for a fabulous time. A Bravade is a traditional festival celebrating the town’s patron saint. In both Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël, Les Bravades are closely tied to the history of the town. You can learn about Provençal customs to the beat of the drums and the rhythm of the parades in the colours of traditional garb.
In July, the Saint-Raphaël Jazz Festival gives you the chance to discover amazing musicians. Each summer, the high-quality programme can take you on a real musical journey. Between different styles, eras and legends of jazz, immerse yourself in a world whose emotions can literally send shivers down your spine. A real treat for fans of jazz.
This fireworks festival is like a magical bouquet of light. Les Nuits de Port-Fréjus illuminates the sky with pyrotechnics that go off every Friday night in July and August. Each year, the creations are even more spectacular, to make your eyes sparkles and inspire young viewers to dream.
This beautiful town on the French Riviera honours the seventh art every year in the month of May, with a Palme d’Or up for grabs. The red carpet is rolled out to greet the biggest names in international cinema. The Festival de Cannes is a must-see event if you are on holiday in the Var region during this period.
One of the oldest, most prestigious motor races in the world, the Monaco Grand Prix is held each year on an urban circuit. A major annual event in the Principality of Monaco, this competition is designed to be truly spectacular. Each year in May, it attracts tens of thousands of visitors to Le Rocher to watch the show.
A legendary event showcasing some of the most beautiful boats in the world, Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez is enchanting for both fans of sailing and those who are just curious about it. From late September to early October, all eyes are on the big blue sea, bedecked with the sails of magnificent boats, both classic and modern. A fabulous spectacle that is definitely worth a look!
This annual meeting places mountain biking at the center of attention. The Roc d’Azur is both a trade fair and an international sporting event suitable for all levels and all ages. Taking part in the Roc d´Azur allows you to exceptionally cross beautiful private properties and certain protected areas. A unique experience to live.