The highlight of the Côte d'Azur in winter and one of the largest carnivals in the world! For 15 days there are colorful parades day and night with hundreds of dancers and musicians from all over the world. The decorated floats with the most beautiful flower arrangements and extravagant costumes make you almost forget the winter.

From mid June to September, Nice hosts a host of free performances in many different locations. The program is varied and ranges from classical music, song and dance, traditional and modern music to jazz and pop.

One of the oldest jazz festivals in Europe (since 1948), which takes place annually in the first half of July. An international event which has become one of the main events on the Cote d'Azur over the years.

One of the most important international events of the contemporary performing arts. Theater lovers of all generations can choose from many plays, dance, visual arts and music. The festival is the entire month of July.

A historical evocation of the medieval annual markets. In the last 10 days of July.

Marseille's leading international music and dance festival takes place around mid-June/July. The festival brings together audiences and artists from elsewhere and here to play with the city and its plurality and diversity.

The International Fireworks Festival will be held in July on two nights at 22:00. Several countries compete for the best fireworks show. The show is a mix of light and music and produces a true spectacle! The Mayor of Monaco introduced it in 1966 on the occasion of the celebration of the centennial existence of the Monte Carlo district.

Feast in honor of St. Mary Magdalene with a wake and a mass in the basilica. End of July.

Almost all month of July, you can enjoy live music while enjoying a drink and / or snack. Cards can be purchased online in advance and often cost you around 25 euros per person. For children under 12 years the entrance fee is free.

Festival of the French chanson. Early september.

The music festival of Menton takes place from early to mid-August. The basilica is located in the heart of the old town overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy the best orchestras and soloists. Maps can be purchased in advance at the local tourist office.

The National Day of Monaco (French: La Fête du Prince, literally Prince's holiday) also known as The Sovereign Prince's Day is currently annually celebrated on 19 November. National day is typically celebrated with fireworks over the harbour the evening before and a mass in the St. Nicholas Cathedral the next morning.

Provencal evening market in La Croix-Valmer. Every Thursday from of 16:00/17:00-23:00. Only high season from the end of June to the end of August.

Menton, is a pretty town on the French Riviera near the border with Italy. From mid February it's all about the lemon. The lemon festival is a visual spectacle with a stunning corso (day and night). Each year the festival attracts more than 200,000 visitors. For more info go to te special website https://www.fete-du-citron.com/