Welcome to October and another action-packed seven days ahead of us on the beautiful Côte d’Azur!
We have another very busy agenda to look forward to this week 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, 3rd 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 39th edition of the Festival du Livre de Mouans-Sartoux continues today and runs throughout the weekend. There is a very full programme on offer, with a little something for everyone.
- The Croix-Rouge de Monaco is holding a day dedicated to reuse and solidarity. If you have clothes you no longer wear, now is the time to give them a second life. Running from 10 am – 5 pm in the CRM courtyard on Boulevard de Suisse in Monaco. Free admission.
- Le Rouret hosts its annual Festi’Bière today from 10 am to 10 pm at Place de la Libération, featuring beer, good food, and live music. Come along for a wonderful, festive, and friendly autumn day! Food trucks on site alongside markets and much more! Free admission, all welcome.
Courtesy Pink Ribbon Monaco
- The Pink Ribbon Monaco Invitational golf tournament takes place today at Royal Mougins Golf Club. The tournament, held under the High Patronage and Honorary Presidency of H.S.H. Princess Charlene, is part of the big fundraising day today, which includes the annual Pink Ribbon Gala being held in Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo tonight.
- Monaco celebrates its 31st Journées Européennes du Patrimoine this weekend. The theme this year is « Patrimoines en danger ». There is a very full programme on offer, full details on the official website.
- La Ville de Nice hosts Les Journées Impériales, which continue throughout the weekend in a variety of locations around town. Concerts, tours, exhibitions, and free activities immerse visitors of all ages in the atmosphere of the First and Second Empires. The event showcases this little-known aspect of Nice’s heritage with passion and attention to detail. It offers a festive, cultural opportunity to experience history in a new way at the city’s iconic landmarks.
- The 20th edition of the Rallye de la Croisette, organized by the ASA (Automobile Sports Association), takes place this weekend. The rally will bring together around a hundred vehicles for a 220 km route starting in Cannes and heading into the hinterland of Grasse.
- The 8th Festival de Nice Ciné Roman concludes today. The festival stands out for its ability to bring together major figures of French cinema in an atmosphere that is both prestigious and convivial. Check out the website for full details and programme.
- The French Riviera Open continues throughout the weekend at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in Biot. Founded in 2017, the event has become one of the most influential wheelchair tennis tournaments in the world. Draws and match schedules available on the tournament website. Weekend tickets may be purchased online.
- The Bibliothèque Raoul Mille in Nice hosts a rencontre with Agnès Papone, an organic farmer in the Nice hinterland, entitled Le défi d’une alimentation choisie, saine, digne et souveraine. How can we better link food and health? How can Food Social Security transform our agricultural, economic, and social models? An exploration of the issues surrounding healthy, self-determined, dignified, and sovereign food systems. Taking place from 2:30 pm to 4 pm. Register online.
- Our friends in Masséna Around the World bookstore in Nice welcome children’s author Vanessa Lim from 4 pm to 5 pm today. She will be reading from her book “I said NO!”, which tells the story of a determined boy who tried everything to win over a cat, only to keep hearing the same answer: no. This thoughtful, beautifully illustrated picture book introduces young readers to the importance of personal boundaries. Open to all.
- Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur presents 60 minutes de violoncelle this evening at 6 pm, featuring the Cello Octet of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Nice. Take a moment to unwind and let yourself be carried away by the deep, warm voice of the cello. Tickets may be reserved online.
- Catch L’Apéro des Frenchy and No Diggity at Stade Allianz Riviera in Nice this evening from 6 pm to 11:30 pm. Another great evening is on the cards! Tickets may be reserved online.
- La Nuit Rose de Forville, part of La soirée des Cannois series, takes place in Place de la Miséricorde from 6 pm to 10:30 pm. Come enjoy an evening dedicated to elegance, conviviality, and celebration. Live entertainment and DJ set. Free admission.
Courtesy Pink Ribbon Monaco
- The Pink Ribbon Monaco Gala takes place Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo tonight. Guests can expect a red-carpet arrival followed by a sumptuous meal created by the Hôtel de Paris’ chefs, together with live entertainment and a special artistic performance centred on themes of hope and resilience. A charitable auction will be another highlight of the evening, with lots ranging from VIP experiences at the Monaco Grand Prix to works of art, design pieces and rare collectors’ items. As evening falls, the message will become visible across the Principality as Monaco’s landmark buildings will be illuminated in pink. This is one of Pink Ribbon Monaco’s most recognisable initiatives, providing a striking visual reminder of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the importance of early detection.
- The fourth edition of the Happy Inde festival gets underway at Stockfish this evening, running until 10 October at various locations across Nice. This edition of the festival puts the spotlight on Rajasthan, the north-western Indian state of forts, palaces, desert landscapes, extraordinary textiles and some of the country’s most distinctive musical and dance traditions. Full programme available on the official website.
- The Perchaud – Adsuar – Varaillon Trio plays La Trinquette Jazz Club in Villefranche-sur-Mer at 9 pm tonight. Tickets cost €20 (concessions available) and may be reserved online.
SUNDAY, 4th OCTOBER
- SOS Cancer du Sein is holding a Jogging Rose event in Nice, starting from the Théâtre de Verdure at 8:30 am and running until 12:30 pm. There is a 5 km walk and 7 km run. The event is now fully subscribed but you can check out the Village Jogging Rose on the Quai des États-Unis.
- The Lions Club of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Beausoleil, Cap d’Ail, and La Turbie is holding a Vide-Greniers on Avenue Marquet and Plage Marquet in Cap d’Ail. Running from 9 am to 6 pm, it is a great opportunity to find some real bargains! Free admission, open to all.
- Les Journées Impériales continue today in Nice. Concerts, tours, exhibitions, and free activities immerse visitors of all ages in the atmosphere of the First and Second Empires. The event offers a festive, cultural opportunity to experience history in a new way at the city’s iconic landmarks.
Courtesy Festival du Livre de Mouans-Sartoux
- The 39th edition of the Festival du Livre de Mouans-Sartoux concludes today. There is a very full programme on offer, with a little something for everyone.
- Saint-Laurent-du-Var is holding a Fête du Terroir today from 10 am to 6 pm. There will be the Grand Marché Provençal on Avenue du 11 Novembre and Parking Layet, where you can discover artisanal products and food items. Meanwhile, Parc Layet will be the home to numerous workshops and entertainment. Free admission, all welcome.
- The 31st Journées Européennes du Patrimoine continue in Monaco today. The theme this year is « Patrimoines en danger ». There is a very full programme on offer, full details on the official website.
- The final of the French Riviera Open take place today at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in Biot. The event has become one of the most influential wheelchair tennis tournaments in the world. Draws and match schedules available on the tournament website. Finals tickets may be purchased online.
- The Festival d’Art Sacré concludes at the Cathedral in Antibes at 3 pm with les Chœurs de la Maîtrise de Notre-Dame de Paris. Tickets may be reserved online.
- The 20th edition of the Rallye de la Croisette, organized by the ASA (Automobile Sports Association), concludes today. The rally brings together around a hundred vehicles for a 220 km route starting in Cannes and heading into the hinterland of Grasse.
- Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur presents the third of four performances of Georg Friedrich Handel’s opera Orlando, in a co-production with Opéra de Lausanne and Théâtre de La Maestranza de Séville. The performance today is a matinée at 3 pm and tickets may be reserved online.
- Marek Janowski reunites with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo to perform Anton Bruckner’s monumental Symphony No. 5. The concert is all the more significant as the conductor – a former artistic director of the OPMC – returns to Monaco as part of his farewell tour. Taking place at 6 pm in the Grimaldi Forum Monaco. Tickets may be reserved online.
- The 2026 Festival d’orgue continues in Mougins this evening at 6 pm at église Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur. The concert features Emmanuel Arakélian on organ and Ugo Gianotti on Baroque violon . Free admission, subject to availability of places.
Courtesy NEO VogelART lab
- As part of the current exhibition “Haut bas fragile“ running at the NEO VogelART lab in Nice, there will be a performance evening with Frédéric Weigel at 7pm this evening. Entitled « Les mascottes des musées archéologiques japonais » (“The mascots of Japanese archaeological museums”), the artist has selected 24 Japanese mascots inspired by archaeological remains and painted them on fabrics with motifs evoking “something from the abyss of history.” Between painting, everyday objects and a performance lecture, Weigel explores how these characters become tools of mediation between archaeology, history and popular culture. Free admission, all welcome.
- Le Son des Sax (a saxophone quartet) 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, 5th 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.
- The Fête de la Science gets underway in Cannes today, running until this coming Friday, 9th October. This year, the event invites you to explore food, taste, and cooking in all their scientific dimensions! Full programme available on festival website.
- Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur presents a lunchtime concert of chamber music at the Foyer Montserrat Caballé de l’Opéra, featuring musicians from the Nice Philharmonic Orchestra. Concert starts at 12:15 pm and tickets costing €12 may be reserved online.
- Grimaldi Forum in Monaco hosts a stand-up comedy night sponsored by Gad Elmaleh. There are two shows, one at 7 pm, the second at 9 pm. This explosive comedy club promises a healthy dose of humour, featuring performances by Nordine Ganso, Emy, Rey Mendes, and Tareek. Tickets may be reserved online.
- 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, 6th OCTOBER
- The Bibliothèque patrimoniale Romain Gary in Nice hosts a café littéraire from 10 am to midday. Your librarians invite you to share your passion for books over a coffee. It is an opportunity to discover heritage materials and chat in a friendly atmosphere. You will be able to borrow the books recommended by your librarians. Free admission but you need to register. Limited spaces remaining.
Courtesy Médiathèque Caroline
- Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco hosts a Sieste Musicale at 12:15 pm today. Relax and enjoy a musical interlude during your lunch break. Settle comfortably into a deckchair and embark on a musical journey with custom-curated playlists. 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.
- More from Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco at 6:30 pm with Parlons sciences – Paléontologie Conférence Des dinosaures en Provence ? (Paleontology Lecture: Dinosaurs in Provence?) This lecture by Gérald Lemaître, président of the Association Phylogenia, invites you to discover the inhabitants of Provence nearly 70 million years ago through the region’s remarkable fossil sites – most notably the dinosaur egg site at Montagne Sainte-Victoire. Free admission. Further information available on-site or by calling +377 93 15 29 40
- Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur presents the final performance of Georg Friedrich Handel’s opera Orlando, in a co-production with Opéra de Lausanne and Théâtre de La Maestranza de Séville. Tonight’s performance takes place at 8 pm and tickets may be reserved online.
WEDNESDAY, 7th OCTOBER
- The Bibliothèque Raoul Mille 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.
- The Happy Inde Festival continues with a dance workshop being held in the Musée des Arts Asiatiques in Nice at 2:30 pm. It features Senu Sapera, professional dancer, choreographer and international teacher from Rajasthan. Booking required. There are also other family-friendly events happening in Espace Magnan and AnimaNice throughout the day.
THURSDAY, 8th OCTOBER
- The Bibliothèque Louis Nucéra in Nice hosts Rêvarium, an afternoon escape featuring music, beautiful writing, and podcasts. Come and unwind in an immersive space while listening to your librarians’ top picks – from audio pieces and poetry to documentaries. The listening session will be followed by a chance to chat. Running from 2 pm to 3 pm, adults only. Free admission, subject to availability of places.
Courtesy Médiathèque Caroline
- Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco hosts a round table discussion in association with the Gouvernement Princier and the Syndicat des Journalistes Professionnels de Monaco. The subject is Disinformation and the event is organised as part of Monaco’s Chairmanship of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe. Taking place at 6:30 pm. Free admission, subject to availability of spaces. Further information available on-site or by calling +377 93 15 29 40
- Our friends in Masséna Around the World host their book club this evening between 7:15 pm and 8.30 pm. The October read is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. The book club is open to all.
- Théâtre La Semeuse in Nice is running the play Prom_14 for a further three performances, 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.
FRIDAY, 9th OCTOBER
Courtesy Médiathèque Caroline
- Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco hosts a Café Littéraire at 12:15 pm today. Whether you are passionate about literature or simply curious to hear about others’ discoveries, this literary café is the ideal place to discuss your latest reads, exchange recommendations, and perhaps find your next book to devour. Free admission. Further information available on-site or by calling +377 93 15 29 40
- The Bibliothèque Louis Nucéra in Nice hosts another evening of Arsenic et vieilles dentelles, the monthly book club with Marianne and Julien. Discover your librarians’ favorite mystery novels and top picks. Thrills and investigations guaranteed. Taking place from 4:30 pm to 6:45 pm. Adults only. Free admission but registration required.
- L’Apéro des Frenchy presents La Compil Hits 90’s 2000’s at Espace Chiris in Grasse, from 6 pm to 11:30 pm. Get your tickets online asap!
- More from Médiathèque Caroline in Monaco as it hosts a rencontre with multi-César-winning composer Bruno Coulais, accompanying the screening of the film Himalaya: L’Enfance d’un chef (Himalaya: The Childhood of a Chief) by Éric Valli (1999), presented by Jean-Paul Commin. From 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Free admission, subject to availability of spaces. Further information available on-site or by calling +377 93 15 29 40
- Prizme Concept is teaming up with Panda Events, in collaboration with the Ville de Nice and Le 109, to bring you a night of pure BOUNCE at FRIGO16. Punchy kicks, bouncy basslines, and relentless energy await you for a night where only one rule matters: Ready to bounce all night? Running from 8 pm to 2 am. Get your tickets online.
- Noëlle Perna brings her show Mado fait son Cabaret to Stockfish tonight at 8 pm. This time, Mado decides to put together a cabaret show with other artists. Will they have connections? But above all… will they be talented? Take a chance and come find out right along with her. This show has now sold out but there are tickets available for the November show.
Courtesy Ensemble Baroque de Nice
- The Ensemble Baroque de Nice gets its 2026/2027 season underway tonight with its performance of the complete Concerti Grossi, Op. 4 by Alessandro Scarlatti. Taking place at 8 pm in Église Saint-François-de-Paul in Vieux Nice. Tickets may be reserved online.
- Théâtre La Semeuse in Nice is running the play Prom_14 starting at 8 pm tonight. This is the second of three performances. Written by Thierry Vimal who lost his daughter in the 2016 truck attack and still sees humanity where others don’t. Tickets available online.
- La Trinquette Jazz Club in Villefranche-sur-Mer welcomes the Penny Mac Quartet tonight at 9 pm. Tickets cost €20 (concessions available) and may be reserved online.
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There is plenty going on in the world of theatre around the region. Check out the various programmes -
Nice
Cannes
Cap d'Ail
Grasse
Courtesy Musée National Marc Chagall
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!
PHOTO CREDITS
- Lead image RIVIERA BUZZ
- All other images, photos and videos as credited
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