The region hosts numerous festivals and cultural events, providing diverse experiences for visitors throughout the year. From music and film festival to arts exhibitions and traditional celebrations, there’s something to everyone to enjoy the stunning landscapes of Provence, Alps and the French Riviera.
FEBRUARY
Nice Carnival
A colorful and festive carnival that attracts thousands of visitors from around the world. It includes parades of decorated floats, flower battles, music performances, and dances in the streets of Nice.
FEBRUARY – MARCH
Lemon Festival in Menton
A unique celebration featuring giant citrus sculptures, parades of floats decorated with oranges and lemons, illuminated citrus gardens, and art exhibitions.
APRIL
Easter Festival in Aix-en-Provence
A renowned classical music festival offering an exceptional program of orchestras, soloists, and chamber music concerts, held in iconic venues of Aix-en-Provence, including the Grand Théâtre de Provence.
MAY
Cannes Film Festival
The world’s most famous film festival, attracting international movie stars, directors, and industry professionals to present and discover new films.
JUNE
International Guitar Festival of Lambesc
A festival dedicated to the guitar in all its forms, featuring concerts, masterclasses, exhibitions, and gatherings of guitar enthusiasts, held in the charming town of Lambesc.
JUNE – JULY
Durance-Luberon Festival
A multidisciplinary festival featuring theater, music, dance, outdoor cinema, and contemporary art exhibitions, held along the Durance Valley and in the Luberon Regional Natural Park.
JULY
Aix-en-Provence International Opera Festival
This festival offers performances of opera, classical music, and dance in iconic venues of Aix-en-Provence, including the Théâtre de l’Archevêché and the Grand Théâtre de Provence.
Avignon Festival
One of the largest theater and performing arts festivals in the world, taking place throughout the city of Avignon, with performances in historical venues and shows by international theater companies.
International Festival of Sacred Music in Grasse
A festival celebrating sacred music from around the world, with concerts in historical locations in the city of Grasse, featuring vocal and instrumental ensembles.
Nice Jazz Festival
One of the oldest jazz festivals in the world, offering a diverse program of outdoor concerts in various locations across the city of Nice, featuring internationally renowned artists and emerging talents.
Five Continents Jazz Festival in Marseille
An international jazz festival featuring world-renowned artists as well as emerging talents, with concerts both outdoors and indoors at various venues in the city of Marseille.
Jazz in Juan
An iconic jazz festival held in Juan-les-Pins, featuring concerts on the beach and in picturesque venues, showcasing internationally acclaimed jazz musicians.
JULY – AUGUST
Chorégies d’Orange
A lyrical festival held in the ancient theater of Orange, featuring operas, symphonic concerts, and classical music recitals.
Nights at Château de la Moutte in Saint-Tropez
Outdoor musical evenings in the enchanting setting of Château de la Moutte, with an eclectic program ranging from jazz to classical music to world music, offering spectators a unique cultural experience under the stars of Saint-Tropez.
Menton Music Festival
An internationally renowned classical music festival, offering exceptional concerts in prestigious venues in the city of Menton, such as the forecourt of the Basilique Saint-Michel and the gardens of the Serre de la Madone, featuring world-renowned artists.
La Roque d’Anthéron Piano Festival
A classical piano festival held in the magnificent setting of the Château de Florans park in La Roque d’Anthéron, featuring concerts by internationally renowned pianists.
JULY TO SEPTEMBER
Les rencontres d’Arles
A renowned photography festival, featuring exhibitions of contemporary and historical photographic works in various locations throughout the city of Arles.
August
Latin-Mexican Festivities in Barcelonnette
A lively celebration of Latin-Mexican culture, featuring parades of traditional costumes, music and dance performances, gastronomic stands, and family-friendly activities.
SEPTEMBER
Marsatac in Marseille
An electronic music and urban music festival, offering concerts, DJ sets, artistic performances, and audiovisual installations.
October
Fiesta des Suds in Marseille
An eclectic festival of world music, electronic music, and traditional music, featuring concerts, DJ sets, street performances, and artistic performances, held at the Dock des Suds in Marseille.
There are numerous festivals in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region that we can incorporate into the itineraries depending on the travel dates.
