Events of the Weekend in Monaco, discover them all!!
Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 8:00 PM, Salle des Etoiles Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2024 – The ambassadors of Fight Aids Monaco this summer will be Stars 80, performing at the Salle des Étoiles as part of their “Encore!” tour. The 80s stars will support the charity Fight Aids Monaco, celebrating its twentieth anniversary this year. Founded by H.S.H. Princess Stéphanie in 2004, Fight Aids Monaco is a non-profit NGO that operates in Monaco, the Provence-Alps-Côte d’Azur region, and globally through international cooperation initiatives.
https://www.montecarlosbm.com/fr/spectacles/monte-carlo-summer-festival
From Saturday, July 6 to Sunday, September 1, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Grimaldi Forum Monaco This exhibition, featuring a collection of leading works in a new scenography, will take visitors on a journey through Joseph Mallord William Turner’s sublime representations of our world, from his landscapes to the elemental explorations of light and atmosphere of which he was a pioneer and master. Turner’s decisive influence on painting, and consequently his legacy, will be highlighted through interpretations of the sublime by leading contemporary artists. Curator: Elizabeth Brooke, Senior Project Curator at the Tate.
https://www.grimaldiforum.com/fr/agenda-manifestations-monaco/exposition-turner-le-sublime-heritage
Friday, July 5, and Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 9:00 PM, at La Note Bleue Summer Festival at La Note Bleue – Dele Sosimi, the Nigerian-British Afrobeat ambassador, musician, and educator. He began his musical career with Fela’s Egypt 80 band as a teenager, then collaborated with childhood friend Femi Kuti, Fela’s son (in the late eighties), to form the Positive Force – touring, recording, and performing worldwide. Over forty years later, he remains a tireless ambassador of this unique Nigerian sound, touring the world and performing at countless festivals. Afrobeat royalty is in the house!
From Thursday, July 4, to Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Port Hercule de Monaco Port Hercule transforms into a horse riding track for the Monte-Carlo International Jumping. For over 15 years, this unmissable event has brought together the world’s best riders at the foot of the Prince’s Palace.
https://www.jumping-monaco.com/
From Wednesday, July 3, to Friday, July 26, 2024, at Moretti Fine Art During Monaco Art Week, Moretti Fine Art in collaboration with Julian Solms presents a dialogue between Ingeborg zu Schleswig-Holstein’s incandescent, chromatically charged abstract compositions and the gold ground works of masters Simone dei Crocifissi, Barnaba da Modena, and Arrigo di Niccolò. A portion of the proceeds from this exhibition will be donated to the worldwide AMADE association under the patronage of H.R.H. The Princess of Hanover.
From Tuesday, July 2, to Sunday, July 7, 2024, Principality of Monaco Under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, the 6th edition of Monaco Art Week celebrates. Galleries, auction houses, and art lovers come together to offer a series of exhibitions across the Principality, enriched by events, artist meetings, and conferences. Sculpture, painting, fine jewelry, and other forms of creation will all be on display. Explore a dynamic and diverse cultural scene and immerse yourself in various artistic periods during this Monegasque art week.
https://www.monaco-artweek.com/
From Monday, July 1, to Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Monaco Bay Contribute to shaping the future of yachting with the Y.C.M., pursuing this ambition through the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, the rendezvous of new technologies and alternative energies. For over 10 years, this event has brought together young engineers from schools and universities worldwide, connecting them with leaders in the nautical sector.
https://energyboatchallenge.com/
From Thursday, June 20, 2024, to Sunday, July 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Espace 22
We are pleased to announce the new exhibition “Symphony of Colors” showcasing the exceptional talents of three artists: Maja Kerin, Liudmila Sun, and Maria Mikileva. From June 20 to July 6, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, come and discover the works of these three women inspired by the Principality. Immerse yourself in a world of intriguing colors, where each canvas tells a unique story. A visual symphony that will enchant your senses and nourish your artistic soul.
From June 12 to August 31, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Odyssey, Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo Discover the brand-new pop-up restaurant in the luxurious Odyssey area of Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo. This year, Michelin-starred chef Christophe Cussac brings a unique touch to the poolside restaurant by inviting guest chefs Manon Santini and Rocco Seminara to create a new original menu inspired by classic Italian cuisine. The dynamic duo has reinterpreted traditional Italian flavors using the finest ingredients and cutting-edge culinary techniques to create their exciting version of pizza. With savory and sweet versions, each pizza is a true masterpiece, delightfully crispy on the outside and luxuriously light and fluffy on the inside. A must-try this summer.
https://metropole.com/fr/restaurant-montecarlo/zia/
From June 8 to September 30, 2024, Thursday to Saturday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM or by appointment, Collect|MC The collective exhibition “Concrete Beaches, Artificial Landscapes” builds around a hypothetical – abstract, metaphysical, uncertain scenario. Visitors are encouraged to see it as a fictional narrative where everyone can insert their allegory of a shared future. Each piece and object animate these fantasized futures, sometimes already realized. Inspired by the sparkling fantasies of J.G. Ballard’s first collection of short stories, Vermillion Sands (1973), the exhibition aims to stimulate imagination around hybrid narratives.
From Wednesday, June 12, to Wednesday, July 10, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Espace 22 Discover the revolutionary concept of Najette Derni @madame.helmet with Art in Motion! Inspired by the principles of Vitruvius, this exhibition merges structural integrity and opulence (Firmitas), practical elegance (Utilitas), and unparalleled refinement (Venustas). Immerse yourself in a world where each piece is a symphony of elegance and design.
From Friday, June 7, to Sunday, October 13, 2024, Nouveau Musée National de Monaco – Villa Paloma With a selection of approximately sixty works (paintings, ceramics, embroideries, works on paper), this exhibition offers the opportunity to discover the prolific and eclectic creations of Miquel Barceló, a Spanish artist whose favorite subject was the sea.
https://www.nmnm.mc/expositions/miquel-barcelo/
Several “MégotBox” (collection and recycling stations for cigarette butts) are placed in front of certain municipal sites: the Town Hall of Monaco, the Higher School of Plastic Arts – Pavillon Bosio, the Rainier III Academy, the José Notari Videoteca-Fonoteca, the Louis Notari Library, the Rainier III Nautical Stadium, the Léo Ferré Space, the Condamine Market, the Monte-Carlo Market. This initiative aims to protect the environment.
https://www.mairie.mc/monaco-zero-megot
From Wednesday, April 10, to Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the Musée Océanographique de Monaco, polar bears and emperor penguins are the main protagonists of “The Ice Giants,” a new exhibition by Michel Bassompierre. Seven monumental works will be installed in the Oceanographic Museum and on its panoramic terrace. Five of them will be new creations: four polar bears and one three-meter-high emperor penguin. Original drawings and sketches will also be exhibited, accompanied by a film presenting the artist’s work. This temporary exhibition is part of the Polar Mission organized by the Oceanographic Institute since 2022.
https://billetterie-oceano.tickeasy.com/fr-FR/accueil
From Thursday, November 1, 2018, to Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the Grimaldi Forum From November 2018 to September 15, 2024, Grimaldi Forum is hosting an exceptional exhibition: “Lascaux à Monaco.” This exhibition is a private collection created in the 1960s, focusing on Paleolithic art from the Dordogne region. This unique exhibition will feature over 300 works, including wall paintings and drawings from the world-renowned Lascaux Cave. It is one of the most famous Paleolithic caves in the world, famous for its wall paintings.
https://www.grimaldiforum.com/en/agenda-manifestations-monaco/lascaux-a-monaco
From Monday, April 1 to Thursday, October 31, 2024, Monte-Carlo SBM Resort
This year, Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer celebrates the 150th anniversary of the famous Wine Cellars of Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo! Opened in 1874, they are a monument to the long and illustrious history of the company, where they have often played a significant role. These hidden gems beneath the foundations of Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo are the epitome of refinement and exclusivity. To commemorate the occasion, the world’s largest hotel wine cellars will open their doors for a unique celebration, featuring fascinating tours, exclusive dinners, exceptional tasting sessions, and much more. Discover one of Monaco’s most precious hidden treasures and join in the celebrations!
https://www.montecarlosbm.com/fr/inspiration/events/150-ans-des-caves-de-lhotel-de-paris-monte-carlo
From Monday, March 25, 2024 to Friday, January 31, 2025, from 10:00 to 17:30 (17:00 on Fridays), at the Audiovisual Institute of Monaco
The Cabinet of Wonders – ‘The Early Years of Télé Monte-Carlo, 1954-1974’ – An exhibition exploring the first 20 years of Monaco’s television channel launched in 1954. A selection of archives and objects will take you back in time to the very early days of color television. Organized by the Audiovisual Institute of Monaco, the exhibition features items entrusted by Télé Monte-Carlo for preservation, documents from partner institutions, and materials kindly provided by private individuals.
https://institut-audiovisuel.mc/evenement/la-jeunesse-de-tele-monte-carlo/
From Friday, March 29 to Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco – Villa Sauber The new exhibition at Villa Sauber pays homage to Pier Paolo Pasolini, perhaps the last European intellectual to gain worldwide fame. Fifty years after his death, his influence is still felt in the various fields he worked in: he is read, commented on, adapted, and inspires contemporary creative artists. Though he preferred to define himself as a writer, it was his films that brought him to the attention of the public. The exhibition explores his inspirations and his legacy.
https://www.nmnm.mc/expositions/pasolini-en-clair-obscur/
Since December 6, 2023, at the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco In celebration of the centenary of Prince Rainier III (1923-2023), the Oceanographic Museum presents the new permanent exhibition titled “The Prince and the Mediterranean”. Through this exhibition, the Oceanographic Institute pays tribute to the unwavering bond between Prince Rainier III and the Ocean, particularly the Mediterranean. Visitors are invited aboard his boat Deo Juvante II. Guided by the voice of H.S.H. Princess Stéphanie, they will move through four exploratory and intimate spaces, discovering one facet after another of this Prince passionate about the Mare Nostrum.
https://billetterie-oceano.tickeasy.com/fr-FR/accueil
From Saturday, June 4, 2022 to Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco
Embark on an interactive and immersive experience! Step into the shoes of a reporter and go on a mission into the heart of the polar worlds! Five thematic areas, spread over two levels, structure this new visit path.
From the discovery of the poles to the wildlife they host, passing through the people who inhabit and explore them.
Objects and documents, digital content, and immersive devices combine and complement each other for a 360° experience. The great journey can begin!
https://musee.oceano.org/le-parcours-mission-polaire/