It may be almost mid-October but the Côte d’Azur is still as busy as ever with another action-packed week ahead!
We have another very busy agenda to look forward to over the coming seven days in this little corner of paradise. Read on for our carefully crafted and lovingly curated suggestions.
Whatever your interests, you’ll find plenty to enjoy, with activities and events for the whole family.
Here are our top picks for the coming weekend and week ahead.
– THE WEEKEND –
SATURDAY, 10th OCTOBER
- If you are looking to bag yourself a bargain, get along to the Brocante in Les Allées de la Liberté in Cannes, running throughout the weekend. Open from 7 am to 5 pm. Stroll, browse, discover, buy!
- The 37th edition of Les Semaines d’Information sur la Santé Mentale continue throughout France, running until 18 October. The theme this year is « Pour notre santé mentale, ouvrons-nous aux arts ». Check with your Mairie to see what events are proposed for your locality.
- The 20th edition of CinéAlma – L’âme de la Méditerranée is underway in Carros, running until 18 October. There is a very busy programme on offer, featuring screenings, meet-and-greets, discussions, and discoveries centered on Mediterranean cinema. Weekend screenings start at 10 am.
Courtesy Festival du Polar
- The 8th edition of the Festival du Polar takes place this weekend in Saint-Laurent-du-Var. Come meet the authors and dive into the heart of great crime stories. There is a very full programme on offer both days with meet-and-greets, book signings, and a host of immersive activities awaiting suspense enthusiasts. Free admission. Open 10 am to 6 pm each day.
- Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat hosts a Braderie des Commerçants throughout the weekend, ending on Monday. Come grab some great deals on a selection of ready-to-wear clothing, beauty products, water sports equipment and accessories, home decor, and more. Free admission.
- Villefranche-sur-Mer hosts the Marché des Saveurs Italiennes at La Citadelle. The event runs throughout the weekend, and is dedicated to Italian gastronomy, craftsmanship, and the Italian art of living. Throughout the weekend, visitors can explore a market featuring Italian producers and artisans, taste and purchase regional specialties, enjoy on-site dining, and discover Italian regions and traditional know-how. Open from 10 am to 9 pm each day.
- The Bibliothèque Louis Nucéra in Nice hosts a number of workshops throughout the day entitled Réalité Virtuelle : À Table ! Discover virtual reality with Clémentine: an individual headset-based immersive experience – step into the kitchens of three leading international chefs with the immersive documentary series Behind the Dish. A unique 360° virtual reality experience that lets you discover gastronomy like never before. Ages 13+. Register online. Each session lasts 30 minutes.
- The fourth edition of the Happy Inde festival in Nice concludes today. There are a number of activities on throughout the day with the Closing Ceremony taking place at Espace Magnan this evening. Full programme available on the official website.
- Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco hosts two sessions of Samedi Balèti! at 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm today. Traditional music and dance: group music session (bring your own instrument) followed by a traditional dance workshop. Free admission. Further information available on-site or by calling +377 93 15 29 40
- The Bibliothèque Raoul Mille in Nice hosts a rencontre entitled Léonard de Vinci ou l’insatiable questionnement (Leonardo da Vinci, or Insatiable Questioning). With Véronique Mérieux, Associate Professor of Italian Studies. Taking place from 2:30 pm to 4 pm. Register online asap! In partnership with Centre de la Méditerranée Moderne et Contemporaine.
- Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur hosts a talk entitled Politique et spectacle des jumeaux dans l’histoire at 3 pm today. Presented by journalist Christophe Barbier in the Foyer Montserrat Caballé de l’Opéra. Free admission, subject to availability of places.
- The Bibliothèque Patrimoniale Romain Gary in Nice hosts Regards sur la cuisine niçoise, a reading by Marie and Jean-Luc Gagliolo at 4:30 pm. Niçois proverbs and delightful texts, quotes and outside perspectives: these are sun-drenched readings, reflecting the colours of local fruits and vegetables and the aromas of traditional recipes, all bound together by olive oil, pissalat, and the cook’s own touch. Free admission, subject to availability of places.
- Our friends in Masséna Around the World bookstore in Nice welcome leadership thinker, keynote speaker, author, award-winning humanitarian and former senior advisor at the UN Elizabeth Nyamayaro from 5 pm to 7 pm today. Free admission. Open to all.
- Cagnes-sur-Mer presents Cagnes en pression from 6 pm to 11 pm tonight in Cours du 11 Novembre. For the first time, the town celebrates beer with an evening entirely dedicated to conviviality, music, and festivity. For the occasion, the Cours du 11 Novembre will be made fully pedestrian and transformed, for the evening, into a vast open-air terrace. Beer trucks and food trucks on site. Free admission.
Courtesy Ville de Mouans-Sartoux
- Mouans-Sartoux hosts the 18th edition of “Jour de la Nuit” (Night of Light Pollution Awareness) from 7 pm to midnight in the Parc du Château. “Turn off the lights, bring back the stars!” The programme includes an exhibition on light pollution and stargazing with amateur astronomers. Public lighting will be switched off at 9 pm.
- Catch L’Apéro des Frenchy x Mirage Experience at the Palais de la Méditerranée in Nice this evening from 7 pm to 12:30 am. Another great night-out is on the cards! Tickets may be reserved online.
- The final performance of the play Prom_14 takes place at Théâtre La Semeuse in Vieux Nice, starting at 8 pm tonight. Written by Thierry Vimal who lost his daughter in the 2016 truck attack, and still sees humanity where others don’t. Tickets available online.
- Comedian Wary Nichen performs at Stockfish in Nice tonight, a show in collaboration with the Bobar Comedy Club. Show starts at 8 pm. Tickets may be reserved online.
- Palais Nikaïa in Nice presents La Dame de Pierre at 8:45 pm tonight. Relive the history, songs, dances, and music that have brought Notre-Dame to life for 800 years. Tickets may be reserved online.
Courtesy Panda-Events
- Panda-Events, in collaboration with Le 109 and the Ville de Nice presents LQB SESSION – LIV DEL ESTAL, with NYU and INSOLENTE. Liv del Estal crafts a hybrid electronic sound where nostalgic trance meets corrosive acid techno and frenetic breakbeat. Her signature is a boundless sonic landscape – at once unifying and cosmic – permeated by a gentle, lingering melancholy. It is a free-spirited, feverish ride, hovering somewhere between letting go and vertigo. Taking place at Frigo 16 in Nice from 8 pm to 4 am. Tickets available online.
- The Leila Mac Avoy Quartet plays La Trinquette Jazz Club in Villefranche-sur-Mer at 9 pm tonight. Tickets cost €20 (concessions available) and may be reserved online.
SUNDAY, 11th OCTOBER
- The Automobile Club de Nice hosts the 2026 Prom du Cœur on Esplanade Lympia in the Port de Nice from 9 am to 5:45 pm today. Come along to see the participating super and hyper cars, classics and sportives – something for everyone! A wonderful day dedicated to sharing, solidarity, and good company. Free admission, all welcome.
Courtesy Ville de Villefranche-sur-Mer
- The Marché des Saveurs Italiennes continues at La Citadelle in Villefranche-sur-Mer. The event is dedicated to Italian gastronomy, craftsmanship, and the Italian art of living. Visitors can explore a market featuring Italian producers and artisans, taste and purchase regional specialties, enjoy on-site dining, and discover Italian regions and traditional know-how. Open from 10 am to 9 pm.
- The Braderie des Commerçants in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat continues today. Come grab some great deals on a selection of ready-to-wear clothing, beauty products, water sports equipment and accessories, home decor, and more. Free admission.
- The 8th edition of the Festival du Polar continues today in Saint-Laurent-du-Var. Come meet the authors and dive into the heart of great crime stories. There is a very full programme on offer both days with meet-and-greets, book signings, and a host of immersive activities awaiting suspense enthusiasts. Free admission. Open 10 am to 6 pm.
- The Fête de la Sainte-Réparate takes place in Vieux Nice today, starting at 10:15 am in front of the Hôtel de Ville. A procession will make its way through Old Nice at 10:30 am, accompanied by La Ciamada Nissarda. Following the 11:00 am mass at the cathedral, a wreath-laying ceremony is scheduled for 12:15 pm, followed by folk dancing at 12:30 pm. The day will conclude with music, featuring a free concert by the Orchestre d’Harmonie de Nice at 3:30 pm inside Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate on Place Rossetti.
- The Conservatoire de Cannes presents Les Moments Musicaux de Forville at the Kiosque à musique in Allées de la Liberté in Cannes at 11:30 am. An hour-long, free concert to ease you into your Sunday afternoon!
Courtesy NEO VogelART lab
- The current exhibition “Haut bas fragile“ concludes at NEO VogelART lab in Nice. Open from 2 pm to 7 pm. Free admission, all welcome.
- To celebrate Pink October, NICETOILE is organising events throughout the month centred on the theme of “Shine with Creativity.” On the agenda: creative, culinary, and fun workshops to enjoy with family or friends in a warm and supportive atmosphere. Today’s event is Treats & Royal Icing – indulge your sweet tooth with a hands-on cookie decorating workshop led by Chef Paola Segura. 100% of the proceeds from the workshops will be donated to the SOS Cancer du Sein association. Reserve your place online now.
- The Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo perform this evening under the baton of Georgian conductor Kakhi Solomnishvili alongside Jorge Luís Prats on piano. Featuring works by Stravinsky, Rachmaninoff and Prokofiev, the performance takes place at 6 pm in the Auditorium Rainier III, Monaco. Tickets may be reserved online. Concert supported by the Association Les Amis de l’Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo.
- The 2026 Festival d’orgue concludes in Mougins this evening at 6 pm at église Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur. The concert features world-renowned organist and former artist-in-residence at Radio France, Lucile Dollat. She is a professor at the CNSMDP and a dedicated concert artist, and has established herself as a key figure on the contemporary organ scene. Free admission, subject to availability of places.
- The Centre Culturel in Cagnes-sur-Mer presents an evening of theatre with « Shame of Thrones, la fin d’un règne ». A sinister kingdom. A brutal king of very limited intelligence. A Machiavellian, vicious queen. What they love above all else: power and shouting matches. Tickets may be reserved online.
- Replay plays La Trinquette Jazz Club in Villefranche-sur-Mer at 8 pm tonight. Tickets cost €20 (concessions available) and may be reserved online.
– HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK –
MONDAY, 12th OCTOBER
- At the heart of the legendary Marché Forville in Cannes, the Monday flea market is a veritable treasure trove for passionate bargain hunters and those curious about great finds.
Courtesy Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat Tourisme
- The Braderie des Commerçants in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat concludes today. Come grab some great deals on a selection of ready-to-wear clothing, beauty products, water sports equipment and accessories, home decor, and more. Free admission.
- MIPCOM gets underway today at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, running until 15 October. This international market for co-production and entertainment content is the world’s largest gathering of television and media professionals. International media executives from the TV and streaming sectors, along with creators from over 100 countries, come together to launch, screen, distribute, co-produce, acquire, and commission programmes across all genres and screens.
- Our friends in Ma Nolan’s Vieux Nice hold their weekly Quiz Night tonight, from 8 pm onwards. Bar tab prizes on offer for the top performers – €100, €50 and €30 respectively.
TUESDAY, 13th OCTOBER
Courtesy Médiathèque Caroline
- Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco hosts another Picnic Music at 12:15 pm today. Come and enjoy this special time to savour your lunchbreak, whether alone, with colleagues, or with friends, while watching a concert screened in the Atrium of the médiathèque. A varied lineup of rock, pop, jazz, and more on offer. Free admission. Further information available on-site or by calling +377 93 15 29 40
- The Bibliothèque Louis Nucéra in Nice presents a screening of a recent film, a cinema classic, or a rare gem from the Library’s collections at 3 pm this afternoon. Part of its Ciné Mardi series. Free admission, subject to availability of spaces.
WEDNESDAY, 14th OCTOBER
- The Bibliothèque Alfred Hart – Fontaine du Temple in Nice hosts a number of workshops throughout the morning entitled Réalité Virtuelle : À Table ! Discover virtual reality with Clémentine: an individual headset-based immersive experience – step into the kitchens of three leading international chefs with the immersive documentary series Behind the Dish. A unique 360° virtual reality experience that lets you discover gastronomy like never before. Register online. Each session lasts 30 minutes.
- Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco presents Rencontre avec les lauréats fron 4 pm to 5:30 pm this afternoon. This year, the Médiathèque welcomes the two recipients of the Bourse de la Découverte (Discovery Grant) and the Coup de Cœur des Lycéens (High School Students’ Choice Award) – distinctions conferred by the Prince Pierre of Monaco Foundation. As a partner in this initiative, the Médiathèque encourages its readers each year to discover the selected debut novels and meet their authors. Free admission. Further information available on-site or by calling +377 93 15 29 40
- The Mairie de Monaco hosts another edition of Animation Jeux at the Marché de la Condamine from 4 pm to 6 pm. A fun, friendly gathering featuring board games to enjoy with friends or family. Free admission – open to all.
- La Trinquette Jazz Club in Villefranche-sur-Mer welcomes Nonato Lima tonight at 9 pm for some Brazilian jazz and a jam session. Tickets cost €20 (concessions available) and may be reserved online.
THURSDAY, 15th OCTOBER
Video via Friedberg Music on YouTube
- Thursday Live Sessions returns to the Grimaldi Forum Monaco with Friedberg. An explosive cocktail of rock, indie, pop, and danceable punk – plus wild stage energy and tracks that instantly make you want to move. In short… the kind of concert where you won’t stay seated for long! Free admission, doors open 6:30 pm. DJ set from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, followed by the main act at 8:30 pm. You can reserve your table at +377 99 99 30 00
- François Jeanneau & the Frédéric Loiseau Quartet play La Trinquette Jazz Club in Villefranche-sur-Mer at 9 pm tonight. Tickets cost €20 (concessions available) and may be reserved online.
FRIDAY, 16th OCTOBER
- The 7th edition of the Braderie Cannoise gets underway today and runs throughout the weekend. Organised by the Mairie de Cannes in collaboration with the merchants’ associations of Cannes and Cannes La Bocca, this sidewalk sale offers the chance to spend a day shopping with family or friends and snap up some great bargains from local commercants.
Courtesy Mairie de Monaco
- Autumn in Monaco would not be quite the same without the colourful return of the Foire Attractions, one of the Principality’s most popular seasonal traditions. Starting today and running until 19 November in Port Hercule, the event has become a firm fixture in the Principality’s autumn calendar, particularly during the school holidays. A great day or night out for all the family!
- The Bibliothèque Louis Nucéra in Nice hosts a Lectures-sandwich event from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. Looking to take a break and stock up on reading ideas? Join others at the library for a “sandwich reading” session: your librarians read their favourite texts aloud, whether new discoveries or classics, as long as the focus is on enjoyment. Free admission; space is limited. Adults only.
- Nice’s contemporary art scene will gain a new gathering this month as Joelle’s Art Salon Exposition No. 1 brings together an international group of artists for an exhibition at NEO VogelART in the city’s Port district. Organised by Joelle Meissner, the inaugural salon gets underway today, running until 29 October 2026. Free admission. Open from 2 pm to 7 pm daily, closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Bibliothèque patrimoniale Romain Gary in Nice hosts a meet-and-greet with Dominique Landucci from 4 pm to 6 pm. A painter, musician, and storyteller, he transforms every location into a magical space, blending painting, violin, and accordion. Born of a childhood in Nice and a life of wandering, his art radiates freedom and emotion, far off the beaten path. A prolific author, he will be sharing his latest book, published by Baie des Anges. Free admission; space is limited. Adults only.
- The next session of IADates by Département des Alpes-Maritimes takes place at 6:30 pm this evening at the Palais des Rois Sardes in Nice. Entitled Cancers : l’IA au service de la recherche et du dépistage, we will hear how Artificial intelligence opens up new possibilities in the medical field, particularly in the fight against cancer. Free admission but registration required.
- Forró de Nice, a three day festival of Brazilian dance, gets underway at 7 pm in Stockfish in Nice this evening. Forró is a lively, accessible, and festive dance that brings people together on the dance floor. Join in the celebration with concerts, dance workshops for all levels, DJ sets, dance parties, and social dancing featuring artists travelling specifically from Brazil and across Europe. Get your tickets online.
- The Grimaldi Forum hosts a ciné-conférence at 7:30 pm tonight along with a screening of Mariage à Monaco. L’événement médiatique de 1956. Tickets may be reserved online.
Courtesy Panda-Events
- Panda-Events presents HENRIK SCHWARZ X REF SESSION #16 at Frigo 16 in Nice from 8 pm to 4 am. A visionary producer blending house, techno, and sonic experimentation, Schwarz has been pushing the boundaries of electronic music for over twenty years through immersive and unpredictable performances. Tickets available online.
- La Trinquette Jazz Club in Villefranche-sur-Mer welcomes the New Meeting Quartet tonight at 9 pm. Tickets cost €20 (concessions available) and may be reserved online.
- The Herbillevans Trio play Studio 13 / C’Picaud in Cannes at 9 pm tonight. This jazz combo from Nice is passionate about the 1970s and 80s, and have chosen to showcase the musical richness of that era by paying tribute to two legendary pianists who left their mark on jazz: Herbie Hancock and Bill Evans. Tickets available online.
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- OTHER EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS -
There is plenty going on in the world of theatre around the region. Check out the various programmes -
Nice
Cannes
Cap d'Ail
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Courtesy Ville de Nice
There are also plenty of excellent exhibitions going on throughout the region, with a number coming to an end in the coming days and weeks, so do keep an eye on the dates!
Have a great week, wherever you find yourself!
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- Lead image © RIVIERA BUZZ, all rights reserved
- All other images, photos and videos as credited
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