Monaco highlights

  • JANUARY

Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo

The Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo and the Principality of Monaco have a long love affair... a romance that began in 1911, making this jewel of the WRC championship the oldest event on the calendar. Every January, the race takes in the demanding roads of Monaco's hinterland, from the legendary snow-covered passes to the Hautes-Alpes. At the end of January, Monaco has also been the stage for the Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique for over 25 years. Enthusiasts can admire the unrivalled looks of iconic cars and the inimitable sound of vintage engines. And because the Principality has not forgotten the past but is looking to the future, the E-Rallye Monte-Carlo has been keeping its promises for the last 8 years, every October.

Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival

This event is one of the most prestigious in the world, attracting huge numbers of spectators and television viewers. Jugglers, magicians, clowns, acrobats... the Festival International du Cirque de Monte-Carlo has been programming the best international acts for almost half a century. The ultimate goal: to put stars in the eyes of young and old alike and win the Clown d'Or, the most prestigious distinction in the circus arts.

  • MARCH

Monte-Carlo Spring Arts Festival

Every year, with the arrival of fine weather, the Printemps des Arts de Monte-Carlo makes its grand return. An annual music and arts festival featuring internationally renowned artists, the Printemps des Arts is held over several weeks. It offers an eclectic programme of classical and contemporary music, concerts, performances and artistic encounters. An event that has become emblematic in Monaco, it enriches the local cultural scene and attracts a passionate audience.

  • APRIL

Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters

Every year, the Principality welcomes one of the world's oldest and most prestigious clay-court tournaments to the Monte-Carlo Country Club. An exceptional tournament, the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, classified as a Masters 1000, brings together the world's best players in a unique setting with panoramic views over the Mediterranean. The event's record holder? A certain Rafael Nadal, winner on 11 occasions between 2005 and 2018.

  • MAY

Top Marques

Top Marques is an international supercar show. Connoisseurs and luxury enthusiasts gather at the Grimaldi Forum to admire and even acquire the latest models in vogue. This show of excellence, which is now held in May before the Formula 1 Tag Heuer Grand Prix in Monaco, is not confined to racing cars, as it also includes an area devoted to haute horlogerie, haute joaillerie and superboats.

Formula 1 Tag Heuer Monaco Grand Prix

The Formula 1 Tag Heuer Monaco Grand Prix, the most eagerly awaited event of the Formula 1 season for 75 years, is one of the drivers' favourite events with its unique circuit. A true symbol of elegance and excellence, it is a must on the Monegasque sporting and events scene.

  • JUNE

Monte-Carlo Television Festival

Since 1961, the Monte-Carlo Television Festival has gathered in the Principality every year to celebrate the world of the small screen. The event attracts international stars to its prestigious red carpet in front of the iconic entrance to the Grimaldi Forum. The highlight of the event is the Closing Ceremony, where the best productions hope to win the famous Golden Nymph.

Jumping Monte-Carlo

Every year at the beginning of summer, the Principality is transformed into an exceptional equestrian arena by the Longines Global Champions Tour Monaco. For almost 20 years, the world's best riders have been taking to the saddle in a unique setting nestled beneath the ramparts of the Princely Palace, opposite the prestigious boats in Port Hercule. Three days of show jumping competitions and great moments of sporting excitement.

  • JULY

Artmonte-Carlo

Artmonte-Carlo is a prestigious contemporary art fair held at the Grimaldi Forum. It brings together international galleries and renowned artists, offering a dynamic platform for discovering modern and contemporary works. The event brings together art lovers, collectors and curators to present exhibitions, installations and performances in a refined, human-scale setting.

Herculis EBS Meeting

The Herculis EBS meeting is a major event in world athletics, one of the legs of the famous Wanda Diamond League. Held every summer at the Stade Louis-II, the meeting has an impressive track record: dating back to the mid-1980s, it has been crowned the best meeting in the world 7 times between 1998 and 2020, and has set 9 world records.

  • JULY - AUGUST

Summer exhibition at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco

Everyyear, the Grimaldi Forum produces a major thematic exhibition devoted to a major artistic movement. To do this, the arts and culture centre works with leading cultural institutions. Among the exhibitions that have made their mark over the last 25 years: "Queens of Egypt, from Hetepheres to Cleopatra" in 2008, "Monaco celebrates Picasso" in 2013, "The Forbidden City in Monaco. Vie de cour des empereurs et impératrices de Chine" in 2017 and "Monet en pleine lumière" in 2023.

Monte-Carlo Summer Festival

In Monaco, the stars aren't just in the sky or in the restaurants... They're also nestled in the Salle des Etoiles, aptly named, offering entertainment and thrills in unforgettable concerts every summer. Since 1974, the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival has been concocting shows to suit all tastes and all generations. Mariah Carey, Frank Sinatra, Pharell Williams, Macklemore, Rihanna... the festival welcomes stars from all over the world.

  • SEPTEMBER

Monaco Classic Week - La Belle Classe

Monaco Classic Week - La Belle Classe is an exceptional maritime event. It celebrates the unique alliance between nautical heritage and the Mediterranean art of living. This event perpetuates the maritime heritage by preserving the craftsmanship and art of traditional sailing. And since 2021, a wind of competition has been blowing through this event, orchestrated by the Yacht Club de Monaco, with regattas, races and manoeuvrability competitions.

Monaco Yacht Show

The world of yachting takes centre stage in September, as the end of the month is always devoted to the Monaco Yacht Show. This annual international show is dedicated to the world of luxury yachting. It brings together the major players in the yachting industry and attracts visitors from all over the world, providing an exclusive showcase for the latest innovations and trends in the luxury marine sector.

  • OCTOBER

Sportel

Specialising in sports media rights for over 30 years, Sportel Monaco continues to be the home of the sports industry. While this event is dedicated to professionals in the field with conferences, masterclasses and meetings, it is also open to the general public with the Sportel Awards, an international competition bringing together numerous sports celebrities to reward the best sports footage of the past year.

  • NOVEMBER

Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival

In November, the Principality becomes the place to be for jazz with the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival. This event, which takes place in the idyllic setting of the Opéra Garnier, is a blend of tradition and new musical inspiration. Since its inception more than 18 years ago, this event for music lovers and the curious has welcomed more than a hundred of the biggest names in jazz, including Herbie Hancock, Gregory Porter, Diana Krall and Melody Gardot.