The Monte-Carlo Summer Festival returns this July with a lineup that brings together artists who have defined their eras while continuing to shape today’s musical landscape.
A fixture of Monaco’s cultural calendar since its launch in 2006, this year’s edition, orchestrated by Alfonso Ciulla, Artistic Director of the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Group, promises another memorable summer season.
From 3rd July to 15th August, audiences can enjoy an immersive concert experience in some of the Principality’s most iconic settings, where each performance is guaranteed to be a memorable and truly special moment.
Spanning groove, French pop, and both French and international soul and pop, performances will unfold across two of Monaco’s most iconic venues: the Salle des Étoiles in the Monte-Carlo Sporting and the Opéra Garnier.
MONTE-CARLO SUMMER FESTIVAL 2026 PROGRAMME
Sébastien Tellier
Friday, 3rd July at 8:30 pm
Blending pop, folk and electronic influences, Tellier has released six studio albums to date. With KissTheBeast, his seventh album released this year, he revisits the sonic landscape that has defined his career while pushing it into bold new territory.
The concert takes place at the Opéra Garnier Monte-Carlo. Tickets may be reserved online.
Jon Batiste
Tuesday, 7th July at 8:30 pm
Jon Batiste is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer, bandleader, television personality and actor, widely recognised for his virtuoso piano playing, genre-blending style that fuses jazz, funk and soul, and his vibrant, high-energy performances.
Video via Jon Batiste on YouTube
A highly decorated artist, he has received numerous major accolades throughout his career, including several Grammy Awards and an Academy Award. Among his honours, Batiste won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2022 for We Are, further cementing his reputation as one of the most versatile and influential musicians of his generation.
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €400 and may be reserved online.
Jason Derulo
Wednesday, 8th July at 8:30 pm
Jason Derulo is an American singer, songwriter and dancer who has become one of the most recognisable names in contemporary pop and R&B. Since launching his solo recording career in 2009, he has sold more than 250 million singles worldwide and earned fourteen platinum-certified singles in the United States.
Video via Jason Derulo on YouTube
Known for his high-energy performances and chart-topping hits, Derulo has built a global following with a string of successful releases and collaborations.
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €420 and may be reserved online.
God Save the Queen – Soirée Fight AIDS Monaco
Saturday, 11th July at 8 pm
This year, the ambassadors of the Fight AIDS Monaco evening will be God Save The Queen, performing live at the Salle des Étoiles for an exceptional dîner spectacle. This tribute band, led by Pablo Padín, offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a truly unforgettable experience.
Doors open at 8 pm and the show starts at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost €260 and may be reserved online.
Gala de la Croix-Rouge Monégasque (Red Cross Monaco Gala)
Saturday, 18th July at 8:30 pm
The Monaco Red Cross Gala charity evening will feature the premiere of the brand-new show SOUL! (Where Legends Come Back) – an exclusive production by Sporting Monte-Carlo. Celebrating the rich legacy of African-American music, the show offers a powerful journey from its origins to the present day. Following its premiere, SOUL! will continue with ten additional performances throughout the summer.
This gala evening starts with dinner at 8:30 pm and the concert starts at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost €1,900 and are available by emailing the organisers.
The Last Dinner Party
Tuesday, 21st July at 8:30 pm
Video via The Last Dinner Party on YouTube
The Last Dinner Party has quickly established itself as one of the standout revelations of the London music scene. Having performed live for the first time only in 2021, the indie rock quintet has experienced a remarkable and rapid rise.
Their second album, From the Pyre, embraces a richly baroque soundscape. The record has been described as both a space of violence and destruction, while also offering a place of renewal, regeneration and illuminating light.
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €400 and may be reserved online.
Aya Nakamura
Wednesday, 22nd July at 8:30 pm
A global phenomenon and a leading figure in French-language urban pop, the artist makes her long-awaited return to the stage with the album Destinée. Following her performance at the Stade de France, she now brings her electrifying show to the Sporting Monte-Carlo.
Video via Aya Nakamura on YouTube
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €420 and may be reserved online.
Juanes
Thursday, 23rd July at 8:30 pm
Juanes is one of the most dynamic live performers in Latin music. The Colombian singer and guitarist has won a total of 29 Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards and has scored 17 number-one hits during his career.
Recently named “Best Latin rock-pop artist of the 21st century” by Billboard, Juanes continues to captivate audiences worldwide, getting fans on their feet as he brings his high-energy show to stages across his 2026 world tour.
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €420 and may be reserved online.
John Legend
Sunday, 26th July at 8:30 pm
Video via John Legend on YouTube
Multi-platinum singer, songwriter and pianist John Legend brings his show “An Evening with John Legend: A Night of Songs and Stories” to the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival.
Over a remarkable career spanning more than two decades, he has established himself as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary soul. Returning to the stage with his signature elegance, Legend blends gospel roots with touches of R&B, creating an intimate performance where every song feels like a story being told.
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €420 and may be reserved online.
Vanessa Paradis
Friday, 31st July at 8:30 pm
Video via Vanessa Paradis on YouTube
Vanessa Paradis is a multi-talented French singer, actress and model who has been a prominent figure in international pop culture since the late 1980s. Renowned for her distinctive voice, effortless Parisian style and iconic gap-toothed smile, she has long been regarded as one of France’s most recognisable cultural figures.
The concert takes place at the Opéra Garnier Monte-Carlo. Tickets cost €120 and may be reserved online.
LP
Saturday, 1st August at 8:30 pm
Based in Los Angeles, LP has carved out a distinctive artistic path, marked by a stage presence that blends elegance, sensitivity and expressive power.
An internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, LP gained worldwide recognition with the hit Lost on You. Her evocative songwriting, gravelly voice and fearless stylistic freedom have established her as one of the most charismatic artists of her generation.
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €420 and may be reserved online.
Lisa Stansfield
Tuesday, 11th August at 8:30 pm
Lisa Stansfield, one of the defining voices of contemporary British soul, has been celebrated for her natural groove and velvety tone for more than three decades.
Elegant and unmistakable, her voice and stage presence have left a lasting mark on British soul and pop music, establishing her as one of the genre’s most distinctive performers.
Video via LisaStansfieldtv on YouTube
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €420 and may be reserved online.
Laura Pausini
Saturday, 15th August at 8:30 pm
A global icon of Italian pop, Laura Pausini returns to light up the Salle des Étoiles, a stage she knows well. Renowned for her powerful voice and charismatic presence, she has carried Italian music far beyond national borders.
Often regarded as the most listened-to Italian female artist internationally, Pausini has become a cultural ambassador for universal values such as inclusion and solidarity. She now returns to Monaco as part of her eleventh world tour.
Video via laurapausinitv on YouTube
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €420 and may be reserved online.
Soul! (Where Legends Come Back)
29th & 30th July | 2nd – 9th August
SOUL! stands as the headline production of the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival – a vibrant musical fresco celebrating the greatest traditions born from African-American culture.
Through rhythm, powerful vocals and dynamic staging, the show pays tribute to legendary figures such as Chuck Berry, Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder, while also highlighting the lasting influence of this rhythmic heritage on contemporary icons like Alicia Keys and Beyoncé.
Photo © Philip Ducap
This dîner-spectacle takes place at the Salle des Étoiles, with the dinner starting at 8:30 pm and the show at 10:30 pm. Tickets cost from €260 and may be reserved online.
Ultramarine Girls Band
Support Act for Each Dîner-spectacle
Before the evening’s headliner takes the stage at the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival, the festivities begin with dinner accompanied by live music from the Ultramarine Girls Band.
Inspired by the music of icons such as Madonna, Jennifer Lopez and ABBA, the group boasts a repertoire of more than 150 pop, rock and Latin pop hits.
Setting the tone for the night, the Ultramarine Girls Band delivers a vibrant warm-up for the star about to arrive on the Salle des Étoiles stage. With irresistible glamour and infectious energy, they revisit some of the greatest hits, promising thrilling support performances that get the audience ready for the main event.
Photo © Philip Ducap
The Monte-Carlo Summer Festival runs from 3rd July to 15th August at the Monte-Carlo Sporting and the Opéra de Monte-Carlo. Be sure to book your tickets early and, remember – Live the Music, Feel the Vibe!
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Programme
- Salles des Étoiles – Dinner: 8.30 pm | Concert from 10.30 pm
- Opéra Garnier – Concert at 8.30 pm
Dress Code
- Jacket required for dinner and show
- Tuxedo and evening dress required for the Monaco Red Cross Gala
Age Restrictions
- Minimum age 7 years
Ticketing & Reservations
- Online at montecarlosbm.com
- Box Office +377 98 06 36 36 (from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm daily)
- Usual outlets including FNAC, Ticketmaster, SeeTickets
VENUE DETAILS
Salle des Étoiles
Monte-Carlo Sporting
26 Av. Princesse Grâce
98000 Monaco
Tel: +377 98 06 36 36
Salle Garnier
Opéra de Monte-Carlo
Place du Casino
98000 Monaco
Tel: +377 98 06 28 00
PHOTO CREDITS
- All photos and images courtesy Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer and as credited
- All videos as credited
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