Monaco Events from November 2026 to January 2027

Monaco is preparing for an exciting programme of cultural, musical and sporting events from November 2026 through January 2027. Over the coming months, theatres, museums, concert halls and major event venues across the Principality will host international festivals, concerts, theatrical performances, sporting competitions and exhibitions, offering something for residents and visitors of all ages.

Highlights include the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival, the Monte-Carlo Film Festival de la Comédie, the celebrations of Monaco’s National Day and the charity sporting event No Finish Line. The programme also features opera performances, theatre productions, cultural conferences and major exhibitions that will remain open into the first months of 2027.

Here is an overview of the events to look forward to in Monaco between November and January.

Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2026: Gregory Porter and Youn Sun Nah

One of the season’s major musical highlights will be the 20th edition of the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival, opening on 18 November at 8 pm with a concert featuring students from the jazz and contemporary music department of the Académie Rainier III, accompanied by their teachers.

On 20 November at 8 pm, the stage will welcome Gregory Porter, a two-time Grammy Award winner, and South Korean singer Youn Sun Nah, who will present her album Lost Pieces.

The musical programme will also feature major opera productions. On 20 November at 7.30 pm, Georges Bizet’s Carmen will be performed at the Grimaldi Forum, followed on 21 November at 8 pm by George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, a three-act opera blending jazz influences with European classical music.

Theatre in Monaco: Molière, Victor Hugo and acclaimed performers

Theatre will also play a central role in Monaco’s November cultural programme.

At the Théâtre des Muses, performances of Gatsby, a musical production loosely inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s famous novel, will continue on 7 November at 8 pm and 8 November at 4.30 pm.

The Théâtre Princesse Grace will host several performances and cultural events throughout the month.

On 9 November at 6 pm, the Monaco Women Network will present Dans les coulisses de la Culture, featuring Françoise Gamerdinger, Director of Cultural Affairs for the Principality. The discussion will explore Monaco’s cultural institutions, artistic programming and cultural policies.

On 11 November at 8 pm, audiences can enjoy Molière’s Le Bourgeois gentilhomme, the famous comedy-ballet telling the story of Monsieur Jourdain and his social ambitions.

From 12 to 14 November at 8 pm, and on 15 November at 4.30 pm, the theatre will present Lettres à Anne, a stage adaptation of the correspondence between François Mitterrand and Anne Pingeot.

On 17 November at 8 pm, Julie Depardieu will perform in La Misérable, a play by Catherine Privat exploring the relationship between Victor Hugo and Juliette Drouet.

Cinema and festivals: the Monte-Carlo Film Festival de la Comédie returns

International cinema will take centre stage from 11 to 14 November at the Grimaldi Forum, which will host the 23rd edition of the Monte-Carlo Film Festival de la Comédie.

Dedicated to comedy films, the festival brings together directors, actors, producers and leading figures from the international entertainment industry, confirming Monaco’s role as a meeting point for cinema, culture and entertainment.

November’s cultural programme also includes events dedicated to knowledge, science and intellectual debate.

On 7 November at 10 am, the Médiathèque Caroline will host the conference Mon nom est personne, dedicated to the life and work of Boris de Schloezer and his contributions to music, philosophy, dance, theatre and poetry.

On 9 November, at 7 pm and 9 pm, the same venue will welcome Stand Up Monaco, an evening of comedy featuring Nino Arial, Elies Zoghlami, Nash, Charly Nyobe and Rodrigue.

On 10 November at 6.30 pm, Dominique Torre will deliver the lecture Comment Google est devenu l’un des géants du numérique ? as part of the Parlons Sciences series.

Monaco National Day: performances, music and fireworks

November is also the month of Monaco’s National Day, one of the most important celebrations for the Princely Family and the Monegasque community.

The programme organised by Monaco City Hall includes several free performances available by invitation, with events designed for audiences of all ages.

At the Espace Léo Ferré, on 14 November at 3 pm, children will be able to enjoy Pyjamas, a production by Fondation Teatro Ragazzi e Giovani.

On 18 November at 9 pm, Nathalie Lermitte will pay tribute to Édith Piaf with Piaf, le spectacle – Hymne à la Môme, a musical celebration of the legendary French singer.

On 19 November at 6 pm, comedian Anne Roumanoff will take to the stage with L’Âge libre, a comedy show offering an ironic perspective on contemporary society.

One of the highlights of the celebrations will be the traditional National Day fireworks display, scheduled for 18 November at 8.10 pm at Port Hercule.

The traditional Foire d’Attractions de Monaco will also continue in the harbour area until 19 November, with rides, games and food stands.

Sport and solidarity: the Monaco International Triathlon and No Finish Line

Sport also features prominently in Monaco’s event calendar, with competitions combining athletic performance, participation and charitable commitment.

From 6 to 8 November, the Monaco International Triathlon will return to the Principality. Athletes will compete over two distances, M and L, combining swimming, cycling and running. Larvotto Beach will serve as one of the main event locations, with routes crossing different parts of Monaco.

From 14 to 22 November, the Chapiteau de Fontvieille will host the 27th edition of No Finish Line, one of Monaco’s best-known charity sporting events.

Organised by the Children & Future association, the event is open to runners and walkers, who can participate individually or as part of a team.

The concept is simple: one euro is donated for every kilometre completed, helping to fund projects supporting sick or disadvantaged children. It is an initiative that turns physical activity into a meaningful act of solidarity.

Exhibitions in Monaco: what to see until January 2027

Monaco’s cultural programme will continue beyond November, with several exhibitions remaining open in the Principality’s museums and exhibition spaces.

At the Musée d’Anthropologie Préhistorique de Monaco, visitors can discover Magies d’ailleurs until 15 December. The exhibition explores rituals, traditions and symbolic practices through which different cultures interpret the world.

At the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco, Victor Brauner, L’Aventure magique will remain open until 3 January 2027. Dedicated to the great Surrealist artist, the exhibition brings together more than 160 works tracing the different stages of his artistic journey.

At the Salle d’exposition du Quai Antoine Ier, Mémoire des lieux will be on display until 24 January 2027. The exhibition explores the memory and heritage of Monaco through photography, audiovisual installations and contemporary artworks.

Finally, from 6 November 2026 to 30 January 2027, the Médiathèque Caroline will host Mon Nom Est Personne – Boris de Schloezer : Les Archives d’un Penseur des Arts au XXème siècle. The exhibition brings together approximately 3,000 documents from the archives of the philosopher, translator and musicologist, offering insight into his contribution to twentieth-century cultural and artistic thought.

Monaco looks ahead to 2027 with a season of culture, entertainment and tradition

From major international festivals to theatre productions, from National Day celebrations to charity sporting events, Monaco’s programme between November 2026 and January 2027 offers a wide variety of opportunities to experience the Principality.

A season that highlights Monaco’s cultural richness and international outlook, accompanying residents and visitors into the new year with events dedicated to music, cinema, art, sport and tradition.