Events in Antibes on the Weekend of August 1–2, 2026: Concerts, Exhibitions and Things to Do

The first weekend of August 2026 brings a packed calendar of events to Antibes, featuring concerts, festivals, art exhibitions and free cultural displays. Saturday, August 1, and Sunday, August 2, are the perfect opportunity to explore this charming French Riviera town, discovering museums, artistic installations and live music events throughout the historic center and its main cultural venues.

Below is the complete guide to the events taking place in Antibes during the weekend of August 1–2, 2026.

Offensive Rock Festival – Saturday, August 1, 2026

Rock music fans can enjoy the Offensive Rock Festival, one of Antibes’ summer music highlights dedicated to rock and alternative sounds.

Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Time: Please refer to the official event schedule
Location: Antibes (festival venue)
Category: Concert, Music Festival

“Eternel Pacifique” Exhibition

Running from August 1 to August 30, the free “Eternel Pacifique” exhibition showcases artistic and cultural works inspired by the Pacific.

Dates: August 1–30, 2026
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During the venue’s opening hours
Location: Antibes
Admission: Free

“Archives, chantier de mémoire” Exhibition

The free exhibition “Archives, chantier de mémoire” continues throughout the summer, highlighting historical archives and documents that preserve local heritage and collective memory.

Dates: July 10 – September 10, 2026
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During opening hours
Location: Antibes
Admission: Free

Summer at Casemates 25 and 26

Visitors can also explore L’été dans les Casemates 25 et 26, a free summer exhibition hosted inside the city’s historic fortification casemates.

Dates: July 2 – August 27, 2026
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During opening hours
Location: Casemates 25 and 26, Antibes
Admission: Free

“Michel Verjux, Voiles, découpes, traverses” Exhibition

The Picasso Museum presents an exhibition dedicated to contemporary artist Michel Verjux, exploring light, space and architectural installations.

Dates: June 28 – September 27, 2026
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During the museum’s opening hours
Location: Picasso Museum, Antibes

“Mythologies contemporaines” Exhibition

The free exhibition “Mythologies contemporaines” invites visitors to discover contemporary art through modern myths and new cultural narratives.

Dates: June 25 – September 27, 2026
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During opening hours
Location: Antibes
Admission: Free

Quino Exhibition – Peynet Museum

The Peynet Museum hosts a major exhibition dedicated to Quino, the celebrated Argentine cartoonist and creator of Mafalda, featuring original illustrations, drawings and exhibition materials.

Dates: April 12 – September 20, 2026
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During museum opening hours
Location: Peynet Museum, Antibes

Object of the Moment – “Du moule au bijou, la rouelle révélée”

The Archaeology Museum presents a temporary exhibition exploring ancient jewelry-making techniques through a remarkable archaeological artifact.

Dates: July 7, 2026 – January 2, 2027
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During museum opening hours
Location: Archaeology Museum, Antibes

Summer Gymnastics Camps

Throughout the summer, Summer Gymnastics Camps offer sports and recreational activities for children and teenagers.

Dates: July 6 – August 29, 2026
Available during: August 1–2 weekend (as part of the summer program)
Time: According to the activity schedule
Location: Antibes

Temporary Exhibition “Une araignée au plafond”

The temporary exhibition “Une araignée au plafond” remains open to visitors throughout the summer and continues until January 2027.

Dates: February 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Available during: August 1–2 weekend
Time: During opening hours
Location: Antibes

Things to Do in Antibes on August 1–2, 2026

The August 1–2, 2026 weekend in Antibes offers plenty of opportunities for both visitors and locals. From the Offensive Rock Festival to exhibitions at the Picasso Museum, the Peynet Museum, and the Archaeology Museum, along with several free exhibitions across the city, Antibes once again proves to be one of the French Riviera’s top cultural destinations during the summer.

Whether you’re interested in contemporary art, history, comics, photography, sports activities or live music, Antibes offers an unforgettable cultural experience throughout the first weekend of August 2026.