Special events and festivals in South of France are happening all the time. Visit any city in the area and you are likely to stumble upon some sort of tour guide or special event. The area is home to many different cultural as well as entertainment events.
The Cannes Film Festival is one of the biggest events of the year in the South of France. This 10 day event brings together some of the biggest independent names in the film industry. Every May the festival features some of the most cutting edge special effects and under the radar movies that are being produced. The 2024 event is being put together by Tim Burton and looks to be the biggest one yet.
If racing gets your hear beating then the Monaco Grand Prix is what you are looking for. The Grand Prix has been run every year since 1929 and is considered to be one of the most prestigious and most watched race in the world. This race is run on a narrow course that is laid out in the streets of Monaco. The low average speeds on the course has to do with the tight corners as well as the elevation changes throughout the race. There are many different spots to watch this race.
These 2 events are the biggest events and festivals in the South of France each year. They bring together thousands of film and racing enthusiasts. But to be honest, each one of these events is more about celebrating the rich culture of the region and bringing together thousands of people for a party. So if you are looking for a festive environment during your visit to the South of France, make sure that you plan your trip accordingly so that you can take part in the party.
Antibes is one of the most popular resorts on the Cote d’Azur, combining excellent beaches with a pretty, old town, and plenty of family-friendly activities and attractions. Located between the larger resorts of Nice and Cannes, Antibes has a long promenade and a main beach that, despite its size, gets very busy in the summer.
A quieter option is the smaller beach by the marina, although there are not as many amenities here and parking can be tricky, there are fewer people and the swimming area is more sheltered.
The marina is dominated by the Bastian St Andre fortress which now houses a museum of history and archaeology. The museum is interesting enough, but it is worth taking the opportunity to climb up onto the ramparts and enjoy the view over old Antibes.
The Spanish artist, Picasso, famously loved the town of Antibes and lived here for many years, indeed some of his most celebrated works of art were painted while he lived here. The town celebrates this connection with its own Picasso Museum,
hidden away in the old town but worth tracking down. Home to over 300 paintings and sculptures by Picasso, as well as works by other artists inspired by Antibes and the Cote d’Azur, such as Leger and Miro, this is a must for any art-lover.
The bars and restaurants in both the old town, and the promenade behind the beach, specialize in seafood dishes, serving freshly caught local fish and shellfish. The neighboring town of Juan les Pins has a livelier night-life, and is easily reached by public transport or taxi.
