Events of the Weekend of July 6th and 7th, 2024 in Menton
Events in Menton Weekend, discover them all!!
Beach Library
Throughout the summer, you can find your favorite books on Fossan Beach (opposite the Musée Jean Cocteau, Séverin Wunderman Collection) thanks to the “beach library”. Books for adults and children, novels, comics, documentaries, manga… to read on sun loungers, 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 “Alchemy” Exhibition by Michèle TORRELLI
Alchemy is a transformation of reality into poetic and miraculous fiction. Colors play a central role in our perception of surroundings, influencing 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 runs from late June to late August and is undoubtedly a favorite among locals and many summer visitors. Restaurants and other shops take advantage of this nighttime event.
From 6:30 PM to midnight, 30 artisans and merchants animate Mail du Bastion to everyone’s delight: crafts, jewelry, paintings… something for every taste.
Linking the city center and the sea, this market is now 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’s also an opportunity to experience his complex relationship with the realities of the world, where the living is at the center stage. For the Palais de l’Europe, the artist will create a new spectacular installation.
INFO: 04 92 41 76 73
Mediterranean Landscapes by Gianne de Genevraye vernissage
An international painter, Gianne de Genevraye paints public gardens in Europe, Japan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and the United States. A contemporary painter of nature, she exhibits widely, and her works are present in prestigious collections.
A Casa dou Païgran – Exhibition: Menton over time
A small museum on the life of Menton residents in the 19th century and the exhibition “Menton over time”.
In an apartment in the old town, travel back to the 19th century to see houses with tools and furniture from the past. The exhibition “Menton over time” will reveal the evolution of our beautiful city.
https://lacapelinedementon.fr/
Exhibition: I stay with you
On the occasion of the sixtieth anniversary of the death of Jean Cocteau, the museum that he himself conceived as a testament to his art is returning to its historical setting.
Jean Cocteau died on October 11, 1963, leaving a work as rich as it is incredibly varied. The question of his posterity and the future of his art was one of the artist’s main concerns in his final years, 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 museum-testament…
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, adopting the words he wanted engraved on his tombstone: “Je reste avec vous” (“I stay with you”).
Location: 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 ancient military fort, built during the reign of Prince Honoré II to prevent Barbary pirate raids, was invested in the 1960s by artist Jean Cocteau. The Prince of Poets created his testament museum there…
Individual guided tours: Every Monday and Friday at 2:30 PM (except February 22 and March 1) €3 + entrance ticket, free for children under 14 years old
Note: No guided tours on days when the museum is free (Heritage Days, etc.). Group tours by reservation: Up to 20 people: €90 + entrance fee From 21 to 30 people: €120 + entrance fee From 31 to 55 people: €156 + entrance fee
Visit and tasting of Mentonnaise craft beers
Looking for a unique experience in the world of craft beer? Come and discover La Mentounasc, the first Menton brewery! On the agenda: 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 agenda: guided tour of the brewery, immersion in the world of zythology, and free tasting of our sunny beers. Menton IGP lemon, Orange Blossom, Lime, our beers with their subtle and balanced aromas will make you experience the freshness of the Mentonnais region.
Prerequisites: Tasting reserved for adults over 18 years old.
Location: La Mentounasc – Brasserie Artisanale 13 Route de Sospel Info and Reservations: 06 58 14 69
Antiquities of the Louvre
In the heart of Menton, discover a permanent broker library at Hôtel des Ambassadeurs, rich in antiques, modern and ancient books, various objects, and manuscripts.
https://antiquites-du-louvre.myshopify.com/
