The Best Weekend Events on October 11th and 12th, 2025 on the French Riviera

Discover the Weekend Events on the French Riviera

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 October 2025

The second weekend of October turns the French Riviera into a vibrant stage: between sea and hills, glamour and tradition, every city celebrates the Mediterranean spirit in its own way. From Cannes to Menton, passing through Antibes, Nice, Monte-Carlo, and the picturesque inland villages, this weekend is filled with music, art, sports, and culture.

🌴 Cannes – Cinema and Sport

The city of cinema opens the weekend with a perfect blend of creativity and energy:

• MIP Junior 2025, the international event for youth and animation content, takes place at the Palais des Festivals.

• The Arlucs Symphonique performs Héritage, while artist Dominique Pavard presents Painting Happiness, a joyful ode to light and color.

🏰 Antibes – Art, Acrobatics and Solidarity

In Antibes Juan-les-Pins, art meets generosity:

• The Boeuf Théâtre Festival showcases emerging theatre companies and local talent.

• The Conservatoire de Musique et d’Art Dramatique celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the Junior Harmony with a special concert.

• On the Plage de la Salis, the Regional Surfski Race brings adrenaline and sport to the Riviera’s turquoise waters.

🎨 Nice – Culture and Tradition

In the capital of the Riviera, Nice offers a weekend rich in contrasts and experiences:

• The Happy India Festival fills the streets with colors, music, and scents from India.

• The Accrorgue d’Octobre Concerts highlight the beauty of organ and sacred music.

• For gaming fans, EVO France 2025 hosts the French stage of the world-famous e-sports tournament.

🌿 The Hinterland – Nature and Authenticity

Inland villages blend conviviality and tradition:

• In Villeneuve-Loubet, home of the great chef Escoffier, the Fêtes Escoffier (Oct 11–12) celebrate Mediterranean gastronomy.

Villeneuve-Loubet Celebrates the Genius of Auguste Escoffier: Three Days of Flavour, Show, and Tradition

• Villefranche-sur-Mer hosts the Banquet des Copains (Oct 11), a friendly feast by the sea.

• In Drap, the 3rd Festival of Magic “Fais-nous rêver” (Oct 11) enchants audiences of all ages.

• At Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Cap Bien-Être (Oct 11–12) invites visitors to relax and reconnect with nature.

• Sospel and La Brigue take part in Le Jour de la Nuit (Oct 11), raising awareness about light pollution through stargazing walks.

🌊 Menton – Sea and Sustainability

At the Italian border, Menton, the “Pearl of the Riviera,” focuses on culture and the environment:

• The 2nd World Sport Fishing Championship gathers fishing enthusiasts from around the globe.

• The Colloques de Menton explore themes of sustainability and ocean preservation.

• The Défi Rose supports breast cancer research with charity runs and wellness events.

💎 Monte-Carlo – Elegance and Glamour

In the heart of the Principality, the atmosphere is refined and cosmopolitan:

• The 20th International Organ Festival of Monaco fills the air with majestic sounds.

• The Symphonic Concert offers a prestigious classical music performance.

• For something playful, the Laser Game transforms Monaco into a giant urban playground.

🌅 A Weekend of Sea, Art and Tradition

From the glamour of Monte-Carlo to the spirituality of Nice, from the sustainability of Menton to the energy of Cannes and Antibes, and the authentic flavors of the inland villages — the French Riviera shines as a mosaic of cultures and atmospheres.
This October weekend is an invitation to experience the Mediterranean with all your senses: elegance, nature, and conviviality in one unforgettable journey along the Côte d’Azur.