The Main Events in Cannes 2027

At Bucket List Villa, we closely monitor the French Riviera’s annual schedule to ensure our guests enjoy seamless luxury stays during the region’s peak gathering months. The coastal city of Cannes remains one of the world’s top destinations for international corporate congresses, cultural festivals, and trade shows. Looking ahead to 2027, the local event calendar features historic milestones, major anniversary editions, and elite industry gatherings that will draw professionals, creative leaders, and leisure travelers from across the globe.
Whether you are planning to attend an executive real estate congress at the Palais des Festivals or looking for a memorable summer trip around a world-class festival, here is our expert overview of the major Cannes events taking place in 2027.

Major Cannes Events in 2027: Month-by-Month Guide

- January 19 to 21: MIDEM.
- February 2 to4: IPEM.
- February 12 to 17: Canneseries, the international series festival, celebrates its tenth edition earlier in the year than usual.
- February 26 to 28: The Festival International des Jeux turns the Palais into a vast games hall for its 40th edition. It works well for families.
- March 16 to 19: MIPIM, the international property market, brings real estate leaders to the Croisette.
- May 11 to 22: The 80th Festival de Cannes.
- June 21 to 25: Cannes Lions.
- July and August: Festival d’Art Pyrotechnique, over six evenings. The 2027 dates are not yet published.
- September 7 to 12: Cannes Yachting Festival, 50th edition.
- Late September: Régates Royales. Dates to be confirmed.
- October 3 to 7: TFWA.
- October 18 to 21: MIPCOM, the television and streaming content market, returns to the Palais.
- November: MAPIC.

MIDEM (January 19–21, 2027)

We begin the year with MIDEM (Marché International du Disque et de l’Édition Musicale), the historic international music industry market held at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès. Co-produced with Live Nation, this B2B gathering brings together global record labels, artists, and technology pioneers to discuss artificial intelligence, modern monetization models, and cross-media synergies. While official professional passes grant access to high-level debates and networking spaces, independent tickets allow the general public to attend live concerts and showcases across Cannes.

IPEM Wealth Cannes (February 2–4, 2027)

Focusing on private equity and wealth management, IPEM Wealth brings together institutional investors, fund managers, private banks, and family offices. Held inside the Palais des Festivals, this convention acts as a global accelerator for private market trends and international wealth strategies. Access is restricted to accredited professionals and invited institutional profiles seeking direct connections in asset management.

CANNESERIES Season 10 (February 12–17, 2027)

Celebrating its tenth edition earlier in the year than usual, CANNESERIES brings the excitement of international television and streaming content to La Croisette. Based across the Palais des Festivals and Espace Miramar, the festival presents official competition screenings and high-profile pink carpet premieres judged by an international jury. We always remind our guests that public access to screening sessions is free with prior online ticket reservation, running alongside the professional CANNESERIES Industry program.

Festival International des Jeux (February 26–28, 2027)

For its landmark 40th edition, the Festival International des Jeux transforms the Palais des Festivals into a vast 30,000-square-metre gaming hall. This popular event caters brilliantly to families, casual players, and gaming enthusiasts, covering board games, card games, role-playing, and video games. In addition to public play areas, the festival hosts the prestigious As d’Or awards ceremony recognizing the best games of the year.

MIPIM (March 16–19, 2027)

MIPIM stands as the world’s premier real estate market, gathering top property leaders, investors, architects, and municipal authorities along La Croisette. The four-day forum features the MIPIM Awards, executive debates, and high-level networking focused on urban sustainability, proptech, and luxury residential development. Access requires professional registration through paid delegate passes.

80th Festival de Cannes (May 11–22, 2027)

The iconic Festival de Cannes celebrates its historic 80th edition in May 2027. As the pinnacle of international cinema, the event brings film stars, directors, and global media to the Palais des Festivals and the Marché du Film to compete for the prestigious Palme d’Or. While indoor venue access is restricted to accredited industry delegates and press, visitors can enjoy nightly open-air movie screenings right on the sand at the Cinéma de la Plage.

Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity (June 21–25, 2027)

Cannes Lions brings together global marketing executives, digital platforms, and advertising agencies. The five-day event sets the benchmark for global commercial creativity through executive keynotes, beachside brand activations, and the coveted Lions Awards. Paid delegate registration is required to access official venue sessions and conference halls.

Festival d’Art Pyrotechnique (July & August 2027)

During the summer months of July and August, the Bay of Cannes hosts the international Festival d’Art Pyrotechnique across six separate evenings. Pyrotechnic masters from around the world compete for the Vestale d’Argent and Vestale d’Or awards by launching synchronized musical firework displays over hundreds of metres of sea front. The show starts around 10:00 PM and is completely free to view from the beaches along Boulevard de la Croisette.

Cannes Yachting Festival 50th Edition (September 7–12, 2027)

Marking its 50th anniversary, the Cannes Yachting Festival opens the autumn Mediterranean nautical season. Distributed between the Vieux Port and Port Canto, Europe’s leading in-water boat show showcases hundreds of sailing and motor yachts ranging from 3 to 50 metres, offering prospective buyers sea trial opportunities in the bay. Public and professional tickets are available online.

Régates Royales (Late September 2027)

Continuing the autumn maritime tradition in late September, the Régates Royales gather classic yachts, vintage sailing vessels, and historic metric classes in the waters surrounding the Lérins Islands. Spectators can watch the dramatic fleet departures and arrivals free of charge from the piers near the Vieux Port and the Yacht Club de Cannes at Pointe Croisette.

TFWA World Exhibition & Conference (October 3–7, 2027)

The global duty-free and travel retail sector converges at the Palais des Festivals for the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference. Bringing together thousands of premium brands across cosmetics, luxury fashion, and spirits, this trade event provides an essential platform for negotiating international travel retail contracts. Attendance is restricted to registered industry members.

MIPCOM (October 18–21, 2027)

Returning to the Palais des Festivals in mid-October, MIPCOM is the major global market for international television content, co-production, and streaming rights distribution. Broadcasters, production studios, and streaming services gather to buy, sell, and commission the programming that shapes worldwide media entertainment. Access is reserved for accredited industry executives.

MAPIC (November 3–4, 2027)

Closing out the autumn business calendar, MAPIC focuses on commercial real estate, retail property leasing, and urban lifestyle destinations. International property investors, retail brands, and leisure operators gather at the Palais des Festivals to establish new commercial partnerships and discuss modern retail environments. Registration requires a professional pass.

Practical Tips for Attending Events in Cannes

Planning your trip around the Cannes event calendar requires early preparation due to high accommodation demand across the French Riviera. Most major congresses and trade shows take place at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, situated conveniently between the Old Port (Vieux Port) and Boulevard de la Croisette.

“` Palais des Festivals et des Congrès Location: 1 Boulevard de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes, France Key Transport Links: Cannes Central Train Station (10-minute walk), Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (30-minute drive / express shuttle). “`

When visiting for major professional gatherings like MIPIM, the Cannes Film Festival, or Cannes Lions, we recommend securing your accommodation several months in advance. Booking private villa rentals or spacious apartments close to the city center provides privacy, flexible spaces for team meetings, and convenient access to event halls and restaurants.

Book Your Cannes Accommodation for 2027

Whether you are traveling for a high-profile business conference or planning a Mediterranean summer holiday around the pyrotechnic festival, now is the ideal time to organize your travel plans. Explore our portfolio of private properties located in prime positions across the Cote d’Azur. Make your stay seamless and reserve your luxury stay with Bucket List Villa today.