Events for the weekend of July 27th and 28th, 2024 in Menton
Weekend Events Menton, discover them all!!
Menton Music Festival 75th Edition
75th edition of this prestigious festival featuring the greatest orchestras, the most famous musicians, and the most beautiful voices of our time performing in the square in front of St. Michael’s Basilica.
There is no more beautiful place than Menton for a summer festival. Perched by the sea, dominated by the facade and bell tower of a wonderful baroque church, protected by the ancient sword of the statue of St. Michael, and covered by the starry sky, the festival has welcomed the world’s greatest classical artists for seventy years.
Beach Library
Throughout the summer, you can find your favorite books at the Fossan beach (in front of the Musée Jean Cocteau, Séverin Wunderman Collection) thanks to the “beach library”. Books for adults and children, novels, comics, documentaries, manga… to read on beach chairs, towels, or to take home. Ideal for relaxing, catching up on the latest literary news, and discovering the tourist attractions of our beautiful region.
https://bibliotheque-menton.fr/
Opening of the exhibition “Alchemy” by Michèle TORRELLI
Alchemy is a transformation of reality into a poetic and miraculous fiction. Colors play a central role in our perception of the surrounding world, influencing our emotions, moods, and even decisions. Chemistry creates its own color, on the painter’s palette. On display until July 30, 2024.
https://bibliotheque-menton.fr/
Summer Night Market
This daily event takes place from late June to late August and is undoubtedly a favorite among locals as well as many summer visitors. Restaurateurs and other shops take advantage of this night-time event.
From 6:30 PM to midnight, 30 artisans and merchants enliven Mail du Bastion to the delight of all: crafts, jewelry, painting… there’s something for everyone.
Linking the city center with the sea, this market has now become a true institution in Menton.
Opening on Friday, June 28 at 7:00 PM
Launch of the night market with a swimwear fashion show Parvis Jean Cocteau, 7:00 PM
Guided Tour of the Claude Como Exhibition, Sweet Symphony
Since the 1980s, Claude Como, a Marseille-born artist born in 1964, has used oil colors, ceramics, resin, charcoal, and wool to explore his own history. It is also an opportunity to experience his complex relationship with the realities of the world, where the living is at the center of the stage. For the Palais de l’Europe, the artist will create a new spectacular installation INFO: 04 92 41 76 73 Mediterranean landscapes of Gianne de Genevraye vernissage
International painter, Gianne de Genevraye paints public gardens in Europe, Japan, Mexico, UK, and USA. Contemporary painter of nature, she exhibits widely and her works are present in prestigious collections.
At Casa dou Païgran – Exhibition: Menton Over Time
Small museum on the life of Mentonese in the 19th century and exhibition “Menton over time”.
In an apartment in the old town, go back to the 19th century to see houses with tools and furniture from the past. The exhibition “Menton over time” will allow you to discover the evolution of our beautiful city.
https://lacapelinedementon.fr/
Exhibition: Stay with you
On the occasion of the sixtieth anniversary of the death of Jean Cocteau, the museum conceived by him as a testimony of his art is returning to its historical setting.
Jean Cocteau died on October 11, 1963, leaving behind a work as rich as it is incredibly varied. The issue of his posterity and the future of his art was one of the artist’s main concerns in his last years of life, and Menton provided the solution by offering him the Bastion to set up his museum. In this showcase, decorated by Cocteau himself, he wanted to exhibit some of the most emblematic works of his dazzling career: colorful pastels, monumental tapestries, surprising paintings, and bold ceramics make up the original collection of this true testament museum…
Not to mention the famous series of “Lovers”, drawings that perfectly embody the Mediterranean inspiration of the artist. Sixty years after the death of the Prince of Poets, the Musée Jean Cocteau-le Bastion has returned to exhibit his historical work, paying a vibrant tribute to his guardian artist, making his words inscribed on his tombstone come true: “Je reste avec vous” (“I stay with you”).
At: Musée Jean Cocteau—le Bastion Quai Napoléon III Info and Reservations: 04 89 81 52
https://www.museecocteaumenton.fr/
Guided Tour of Le Bastion, Jean Cocteau Museum
The old military fort, built during the reign of Prince Honoré II, to prevent Barbary raids, was invested in the 1960s by artist Jean Cocteau. The prince of poets created his testament museum…
Individual guided tours: Every Monday and Friday at 2:30 PM (except February 22 and March 1) €3 + entrance ticket, free for children under 14Attention: guided tours are not scheduled on days when the museum is free (Heritage Days, etc.).Group tours by reservation Up to 20 people: €90 + entrance From 21 to 30 people: €120 + entrance ticket From 31 to 55 people: €156 + entrance ticket
Visit and tasting of Mentonnaise craft beers
Looking for an original experience in the world of craft beer? Come and discover La Mentounasc, the first Menton brewery! On the program: guided tour, immersion in the world of zythology and tasting of our lemon beers.
La Mentounasc is the story of Alexis, Rémi, and Anthony, three friends passionate about beer and their region who decided to dive into the world of craft beers and participate in this rapidly growing sector. Are you curious and do you like beer? Come and share a moment of conviviality with us! On the program: guided tour of the brewery, immersion in the world of zythology, and free tasting of our solar beers. Menton IGP Lemon, Orange Blossom, Lime, our beers with their subtle and balanced aromas will make you spend a moment sharing the freshness of the Mentonnais region. Prerequisites: Tasting is reserved for adults over 18 years old
At: La Mentounasc – Brasserie Artisanale 13 Route de Sospel Info and Reservations: 06 58 14 69
The Antiquities of the Louvre
In the heart of Menton, discover a permanent book-broker in the Hôtel des Ambassadeurs, rich in antiques, modern and ancient books, various objects, and manuscripts.
https://antiquites-du-louvre.myshopify.com/
