Weekend in Menton: What to Do on 30–31 August 2025

The summer in Menton ends with a weekend full of events: from sports and live music to markets, guided tours, and exhibitions, the “Pearl of France” on the Italian border offers unique experiences for every taste.

📅 Saturday, 30 August 2025

• Street Market – Place Fornari and Mail du Bastion, 7:30 am – 1:00 pm
  As every Saturday morning, Menton comes alive with its traditional fair market: clothing, furniture, tools, toys, and more, perfect for bargain hunters and curious visitors.

• Parade à vélo (9 km) – Esplanade Francis Palmero
  A colorful 9 km bike parade brightens up the city: a fun and eco-friendly way to discover Menton on two wheels.

• Last chance activities (until 30 August)

  • The Offbeat Tour at Parvis Saint Michel, an original guided walk through the Old Town.

  • Fragonard Perfume Creation Workshop at the Jardin Serre de la Madone.

  • Evening visit to Villa Maria Serena Garden – a magical experience at sunset by the sea.

  • Maison Gannac – discover the secrets of the famous Menton lemon with guided tastings.

• Summer Party at Casino Barrière – 2 bis avenue Félix Faure
  The night comes alive at the casino with entertainment, music, and games in a glamorous seaside setting.

📅 Sunday, 31 August 2025

• Musique sans frontières – St John’s Anglican Church, 31 avenue Carnot
  A unique concert celebrating cultural encounters through music, hosted in the atmospheric Anglican church of Menton.

• Ferris Wheel – 9 quai Gordon Bennet
  Final chance to ride Menton’s panoramic wheel and enjoy breathtaking views of the Riviera.

• Summer Night Market – Bastion
  The perfect evening stroll: a seaside market with crafts, local specialties, and Mediterranean vibes.

• Beach Library – Esplanade Francis Palmero
  Books and sun: a seaside reading corner for visitors who love to relax with culture.

• Guided tours and exhibitions (until 31 August)

  • Guided tours of the Jean Cocteau Museum – Le Bastion.

  • Exhibition “Jean Cocteau / Le trésor du château”.

  • Exhibition “Tribute to the former crew of Calypso” at the Regional Prehistory Museum.

  • Exhibition “Antiquities of the Louvre” at the Grand Hôtel des Ambassadeurs.

🌿 Beyond the Weekend

For those staying longer:

• Maison dou Païgran open until 28 October.

• Exhibition Cocteau – Le Château des merveilles until 17 November.

• Exhibition “The Colors of Foliage” until 31 March 2026.

• Guided tours of Fontana Rosa (the Garden of Novelists) and the traditional jam factory until 31 December.

• Menton Marathon Athlétisme events throughout the year.

• Visit and tasting at La Mentounasc Brewery (13 Route de Sospel): artisanal beers flavored with Menton lemon IGP, orange blossom, and lime.

The weekend of 30–31 August 2025 in Menton blends sport, music, and Mediterranean lifestyle: Saturday kicks off with a cycling parade and the last seasonal activities in the gardens, while Sunday celebrates with concerts, the Ferris wheel, and the seaside night market. A perfect way to bid farewell to summer.