Weekend Events of the 2025 Christmas Holidays in Cannes

Cannes, a Winter Weekend of Art, Music and Tradition
From the sea to Christmas lights: culture, shows and flavours to discover the city

Cannes is not just the city of cinema and red carpets. Behind its international fame lies a Mediterranean soul, rich in creativity, music, traditions, and a love for authenticity. The Christmas holiday weekend 2025 is the perfect opportunity to explore it, with events that animate the city and cultural itineraries designed to engage all the senses.

Events in Chronological Order

December 24 & 26, 2025 – Exhibitions at Musée du Masque de Fer et du Fort Royal, Île Sainte-Marguerite

• The Origins of Cannes – Fishing and Other Treasures of the Sea: a journey exploring Cannes’ historical connection with the Mediterranean.

• Demons and Goddesses: From Life to Death: an exhibition exploring mythology, symbolism, and artistic storytelling.

Until December 25 – Palm Beach Christmas Market
At Palm Beach, Place Franklin Roosevelt, enjoy festive scents, lights and a traditional holiday atmosphere.

Until December 28 – Christmas in La Bocca
Avenue Pierre Sémard hosts a local market with crafts, local products, and community activities.

Until January 4, 2026 – Christmas Village
At Allée de la Liberté and Cours Félix Faure, a magical village with lights, music, entertainment, and activities for all ages.

December 27, 2025 – Festival Mondial de la Magie
At the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès – Grand Auditorium, an international magic show captivating audiences of all ages.

December 27, 2025 – Atelier Techniques de Mix
At Gare Croisette, an interactive cultural workshop on mixing techniques and contemporary music.

Until January 11, 2026 – Noël au Carlton – La tête dans les étoiles
At the Hôtel Carlton, a festive program of lights, decorations, and holiday enchantment.

Until February 7, 2026 – Gare Croisette
A cultural pop-up at the Gare maritime, with exhibitions, performances, and artistic events to continue the winter season creatively.

Artistic Itineraries and Culture

Beyond the main events, Cannes offers exhibitions and artistic trails throughout the winter:

• At Suquet des Artistes, The Last Dance by Corine Borgnet reflects on the body and the passage of time.

• At Villa Malmaison, Jean-Michel Othoniel’s glass installations, Poussière d’étoiles, interact poetically with light and the sea landscape.

Markets and Flavours

The markets remain the city’s beating heart:

• Marché de La Bocca retains the popular and authentic spirit of the neighborhood.

• Marché Gambetta tempts visitors with the scents of spices, Provencal colours, and fresh local products, open almost every day.

Between art, shows, music, and gastronomy, Cannes reveals a lesser-known but equally captivating side: a lively, welcoming, and surprising city. Spending a weekend here means embracing light, culture, and Mediterranean flavours, experiencing a mosaic of authentic moments that stay in your memory long after your visit.