Events in Monaco on September 12 and 13, 2026: What to Do This Weekend

The weekend of Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13, 2026, brings a particularly rich program of events to Monaco, combining fairs, contemporary art, music, charity initiatives, family activities and events focused on sustainability. The Principality offers two very different days, united by the opportunity to experience Monaco through events ranging from culture to entertainment and social activities.

Among the highlights of the weekend are the Monaco Card Show 2026, art3f Monaco – International Contemporary Art Fair, the FORGET ME NOT Fashion & Wellness Walk, Splash Party 2026, Munegu Repair Café and the traditional Bal du Marché. Sunday will be particularly dedicated to music, with a concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Bertrand de Billy and featuring cellist Truls Mørk.

The weekend is also enriched by several exhibitions that can be visited throughout these two days, including the exhibition dedicated to the wedding of Rainier III and Grace Kelly, the major retrospective Victor Brauner, L’Aventure magique, From Toumaï to Sapiens, Patrimoine en danger and Mediterranean 2050.

Saturday, September 12: Monaco Opens the Weekend with Collectibles, Art and Outdoor Activities

Saturday, September 12 begins with one of the most original events of the weekend: the FORGET ME NOT Fashion & Wellness Walk, taking place from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm in the Old Town of Monaco. This approximately five-kilometre walk combines fashion, wellness, art and charity. The initiative, promoted by Isabell Kristensen Couture, aims to turn physical activity and participation into an opportunity to raise awareness and support a charitable cause. The route passes through Monaco’s historic centre and offers a unique way to discover the Principality on foot.

The morning also features an event dedicated to families: the Les ateliers CycloShow, taking place from 9:30 am to 4:45 pm at the Parish of Saint Nicholas, 19 avenue des Papalins. The workshop is aimed at girls aged 11 to 14, accompanied by their mother or another female figure, and addresses the physical and emotional changes associated with puberty in an educational and positive way. The goal is to encourage dialogue, self-awareness and a more relaxed mother-daughter relationship. Registration is required, with a fee of €58 per mother-daughter pair.

For collectors and enthusiasts, the destination to mark on the agenda is the Grimaldi Forum Monaco, where the MONACO CARD SHOW returns on Saturday, September 12. The second edition of the event is dedicated to collectible cards, with a particular focus on sports cards, Pokémon, TCG, Disney and pop culture. The event covers more than 1,200 square metres and features more exhibitors than the first edition, creating a space designed not only for experienced collectors but also for curious visitors and newcomers interested in discovering the world of trading cards. The event is open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at the Grimaldi Forum, 10 avenue Princesse Grace. Admission is listed at €15, with a €5 ticket for children under 12.

The same day offers an important contemporary art event with art3f Monaco – International Contemporary Art Fair, taking place at the Chapiteau de Fontvieille from September 11 to 13. On Saturday, September 12, the fair is open from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, while on Sunday, September 13, it is open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. The event promotes an accessible and informal approach to contemporary art, bringing together painting, sculpture, photography and new artistic languages. The works on display are available for purchase, making the fair interesting both for collectors and for visitors who want to discover contemporary art outside the more traditional gallery environment. Adult admission is listed at €10, while entry is free for accompanied minors.

In the afternoon, Monaco offers an event aimed primarily at younger visitors with Splash Party 2026. From 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, the Stade Nautique Rainier III becomes a space dedicated to water games, music and entertainment, with a DJ and non-alcoholic drinks. The event is reserved for young people aged 12 to 17, or students in Year 6, who are residents of Monaco or enrolled in a school in the Principality. Admission is €20 for students and residents and €25 for accompanying visitors from outside Monaco; identification is required.

Those looking for a quieter afternoon focused on sustainability can head to the Munegu Repair Café, from 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm at Casa d’i Soci – Maison des Associations. Organised in collaboration with the Repair Café Nice association, the initiative allows visitors to bring portable everyday objects and attempt to repair them rather than replace them. Small electrical appliances, toys, consoles, clothes and bags can therefore be given a second life. It is an interesting event for anyone looking to combine community spirit, practical skills and a commitment to reducing waste.

Saturday concludes with one of the most characteristic events on Monaco’s calendar: the Bal du Marché, from 7:30 pm at the Marché de la Condamine. The atmosphere is that of a traditional village celebration in a Monegasque setting, with live music by the Benty Brothers Music, dancing and food provided by the market’s traders. Admission is free, while reservations are recommended directly with the individual food vendors.

Sunday, September 13: Music Brings the Monaco Weekend to a Close

Sunday, September 13 continues the art3f Monaco program, with the contemporary art fair open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Chapiteau de Fontvieille. This makes it possible to spend part of the day discovering the artists and works on display before continuing towards the city centre or the waterfront.

The main event of the day, however, is musical. At 6:00 pm, at the Auditorium Rainier III, the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra opens its new 2026–2027 season with the concert “B. de Billy & T. Mørk”. The orchestra will be conducted by Bertrand de Billy, with Norwegian cellist Truls Mørk as soloist.

The program brings together two major French composers: Henri Dutilleux, with his cello concerto Tout un monde lointain, and Maurice Ravel, with the ballet Daphnis et Chloé. Before the concert, at 5:00 pm, a presentation of the works will be given by André Peyrègne. The concert lasts approximately two hours, including an interval, with tickets listed in the €20, €28 and €38 price categories.

The event also marks the official opening of the new season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, making the September 13 concert one of the most significant cultural events of the weekend.

Exhibitions to See in Monaco During the Weekend of September 12 and 13

Anyone staying in Monaco for the entire weekend can take advantage of the numerous exhibitions currently on display. One of the most interesting for those fascinated by the history of the Principality is “The Wedding of the Century”, held in the State Apartments of the Prince’s Palace until September 25, 2026. Open on both Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, the exhibition tells the story of the wedding of Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly through photographs, films, jewellery, dresses, gifts and archival documents. The exhibition not only recreates the 1956 celebrations but also explores the extraordinary media attention that turned the wedding into an international event.

Another exhibition dedicated to the royal couple is “Un Mariage sous les projecteurs. Rainier III et Grace Kelly. 12-19 avril 1956”, at the Institut Audiovisuel de Monaco, 83-85 boulevard du Jardin Exotique. Here, the focus is primarily on the way the wedding was reported by the media of the time through cinema, photography, television and radio. The exhibition runs until February 26, 2027, with opening hours listed as 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

For lovers of 20th-century art, the place to visit is “Victor Brauner, L’Aventure magique”, hosted at Villa Paloma of the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco, 56 boulevard du Jardin Exotique. The major exhibition, running until January 3, 2027, presents more than 160 works from a private collection based in Monaco and traces the work of the Romanian-French artist from the 1920s through the 1960s. On Saturdays and Sundays, the exhibition is open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sunday admission is free according to the available tourism information.

Also in the Jardin Exotique area, the Musée d’Anthropologie Préhistorique hosts “From Toumaï to Sapiens”, an exhibition dedicated to human evolution and running until October 16, 2026. The exhibition is open during the weekend with indicative opening hours of 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and offers an in-depth look at the long evolutionary journey of the human species, making it particularly interesting for families, students and anyone interested in archaeology and anthropology.

Outdoors, and therefore easy to include in a walking itinerary through the historic centre, is “Patrimoine en danger”, a photography exhibition displayed along the railings of the Jardins Saint-Martin and Sainte-Barbe on the Rock of Monaco. The exhibition features photographs by the 15 young winners of a competition dedicated to endangered heritage and explores themes such as climate change, urbanisation, mass tourism and social transformation. It is free and freely accessible, with opening hours listed as 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, and will remain on display until October 4, 2026.

Another long-running cultural event is “Magies d’ailleurs”, at the Musée d’Anthropologie Préhistorique, exploring the diversity of magical and ritual practices, their history and the transmission of gestures and traditions over time. According to the 2026 calendar, the exhibition runs until December 15, 2026, with opening hours from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Admission is listed at €5, with reduced rates for students and free admission for children under 10.

Finally, anyone interested in the relationship between humanity and the Mediterranean can visit “Mediterranean 2050” at the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco. The immersive and interactive exhibition explores the future of the Mediterranean and is housed within a museum that, in September, is open daily from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm. The “Mediterranean 2050” exhibition is scheduled to remain on display until January 1, 2030.

A Weekend in Monaco Combining Culture, Entertainment and Sustainability

The weekend of September 12 and 13, 2026, in Monaco offers an exceptionally diverse program. Saturday allows visitors to move from the world of collectibles at the Monaco Card Show to the fashion and photography of the FORGET ME NOT Walk, from the youth-oriented Splash Party to the sustainability-focused Munegu Repair Café, before ending the day with the lively Bal du Marché. Sunday takes on a more cultural rhythm, with the final day of art3f and, above all, the opening concert of the new season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra.

For anyone spending two days in Monaco, the best strategy is therefore to combine events with fixed schedules and exhibitions that can be visited throughout the day. This makes it possible to create an itinerary crossing Monte-Carlo, Fontvieille, La Condamine, Monaco-Ville and the Jardin Exotique, discovering a Principality that is much more dynamic than its traditional associations with luxury, casinos and Formula 1.

In short, if you are looking for things to do in Monaco on September 12 and 13, 2026, this weekend offers a rare combination of contemporary art, collectibles, music, charity initiatives, activities for young people and major exhibitions, with numerous free or reasonably priced events. It is an ideal opportunity to experience Monaco at the beginning of the autumn cultural season.