After past year's success, the "Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo" is back with a high-flying program for this fifth anniversary edition
This year the program starts on April 10, with new and exceptional collaborations! Discover the guests of our Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer' starred chefs for unique and memorable gastronomic meals...
La Note Bleue Summer Festival 2026
From May 29, to August 30, 2026
For over 20 years, La Note Bleue has been setting Monaco to the rhythm of local and international music scenes. For this new “Best Of” season, the Summer Festival celebrates its greatest live moments with the return of iconic artists.
An eclectic lineup blending funk, soul, jazz and world music, to be enjoyed all summer long.
Finished events
Concert - Julien Bourgeois, Bruno Mantovani, Michel Dalberto, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo, Kazuki Yamada
March 8, 2023
Steve Reich’s Clapping Music opens this 2023 festival and invites us to explore every possible musical path. The following programme compares César Franck and Anton Bruckner, two master organists of sacred music who have ventured along other paths, from the small form of the fantasy poem to the monumental symphonic art.
Concert - Michel Dalberto
March 9, 2023
In this recital devoted entirely to Franz Schubert, Michel Dalberto explores the composer’s pianistic art in all its diversity, from his first opuses to his last sonata, from his lilting motifs, inspired from the lieder, to the frenzy of Viennese dances.
Cineconcert -Surrealist Cinema of Europe and America - Trio Énéide
March 10, 2023
This singular cine-concert follows in the steps of the French surrealists and ventures across the Atlantic with the pioneers of experimental animation. It is accompanied by the zany instrumentarium of Trio Énéide, between written contemporary music and joyful generative improvisations.
Concert - Edwin Crossley-Mercer, Michel Dalber
March 11, 2023
Baritone Edwin Crossley-Mercer and pianist Michel Dalberto confront a selection of great Schubert lieder (Erlkönig, Schwanengesang…) with emblematic works from the golden age of French melody, including Gabriel Fauré’s famous cycle La Bonne Chanson.
Concert -accentus, Insula orchestra, Laurence Equilbey, Frank Markowitsch
March 12, 2023
Under the direction of Laurence Equilbey, Insula orchestra, the accentus choir and a quartet of high-flying soloists bring together the sacred and secular art of the Leipzig master, Felix Mendelssohn, with excerpts from his unfinished oratorio Christus and his First Walpurgis Night from Goethe.
Concert - Thomas Ospital
March 16, 2023
Thomas Ospital, tenured organist at the Église Saint-Eustache in Paris, delivers a poignant recital of works that are among the last pages composed by their creators: Viennese master Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, “Pater seraphicus” César Franck, and a genius who died prematurely, Julius Reubke.
Concert - Bernold Trio
March 17, 2023
The Bernold Trio offers a highly playful concert through Children’s Corner composed by Debussy for his daughter Chouchou and György Kurtág’s Játékok (“games” in Hungarian), witty musical miniatures. As for the sonatas by Bach and Debussy, they are punctuated by other writing games, looking back to the past…
Concert - La Diane Française, Stéphanie-Marie Degand
March 18, 2023
La Diane française and its violinist-conductor Stéphanie-Marie Degand return to the baroque era of the birth of the orchestra and the violin concerto, mixing the French taste, its sonorous power and massive effects, with the innovative and spectacular Italian virtuosity.
Concert - Aurélien Pascal, Denis Pascal
March 19, 2023
Denis and Aurélien Pascal, father and son, perform Gabriel Fauré’s works for cello and piano, from his brief “genre pieces” to the great sonatas of the end of his life. This is punctuated by three Nocturnes, emblematic of the composer’s artistic evolution.
Concert - The stage is open to young musicians from the Rainier III Academy of Monaco and the region's music schools.
March 22, 2023
🎟️ Booking Information 🎟️ Reservation required for this free concert
Concert - Educational pieces for non-musical children, quartet and electronics
March 22, 2023
Fabrice Jünger’s creation for educational purposes, Remember, combines a quartet of professional musicians with primary and secondary school classes. Poetry and music, instrumental writing and electronic diffusion respond to each other, to make us better listen to the world around us.
Free admission - reservation required
Reading of poems by Anna Akhmatova & Concert - Jean-Yves Clément, Svetlana Ustinova, Peter Laul
March 23, 2023
In a double recital punctuated by readings of Anna Akhmatova’s poems by Jean-Yves Clément, Peter Laul presents the complete Ten Piano Sonatas by Alexander Scriabin, a vast journey leading to the exalted climax of the Tenth Sonata.
Concert - Nicolas Hodges, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Eva Ollikainen
March 24, 2023
This year’s special guests, the BBC Symphony Orchestra and conductor Eva Ollikainen, combine Samuel Barber’s First Symphony with its model, Jean Sibelius’ Symphony No. 7. Piano soloist Nicolas Hodges performs a suite by Betsy Jolas with a retrospective feel.
Reading of poems by Anna Akhmatova and Concert - Jean-Yves Clément, Svetlana Ustinova, Peter Laul
March 25, 2023
In a double recital punctuated by readings of Anna Akhmatova’s poems by Jean-Yves Clément, Peter Laul presents the complete Ten Piano Sonatas by Alexander Scriabin, a vast journey leading to the exalted climax of the Tenth Sonata.
Concert - Jory Vinikour
March 25, 2023
The famous American harpsichordist Jory Vinikour pays tribute to a founding father of the art of the keyboard, Johann Jakob Froberger, and to one of his distant “disciples”, Christophe Maudot, in a set of ancient and modern pieces that combine stylistic richness and exacerbated expressiveness.
Concert Tribute to Chet Baker - Riccardo Del Fra Quintet, Orchestre des Pays de Savoie, Léo Margue
March 26, 2023
Chet Baker’s regular bassist for many years, Riccardo del Fra celebrates the legendary American trumpeter in an original tribute programme performed by his quintet and the Orchestre des Pays de Savoie (My Chet My Song). With Mystery Galaxy in the second part, he then opens a door to his own abundant inspirations.
Concert - Reading in music Laurent Stocker, Camille Taver
March 30, 2023
Carried by the improvisations of the pianist Camille Taver, Laurent Stocker reads large excerpts from Rimbaud le fils, a book by Pierre Michon in which the author explores and freely “plays” on the poet’s life and art.
Concert - Laurent Stocker, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo, Case Scaglione
March 31, 2023
At the head of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo, Case Scaglione puts two emblematic works in the history of American music face to face: Charles Ives’ The Unanswered Question and, as a possible answer, Aaron Copland’s fresco Symphony No. 3. Between these monuments, François Meïmoun revisits the myth of Antigone in a creation for reciter and orchestra, to which Laurent Stocker lends his voice.
Concert - Diotima Quartet
April 1, 2023
In two concerts, Quatuor Diotima journeys across a century of chamber music, from post-Romanticism to contemporary creation, from Béla Bartók’s String Quartet No. 1 to an unpublished work by Philippe Schoeller. The quartet ponders upon the horrors of World War II, which can be heard as much in Bartók and György Ligeti as in Different Trains by Steve Reich.
Concert - Ensemble TM+, Laurent Cuniot
April 1, 2023
The TM+ ensemble, directed by Laurent Cuniot, associates two voices of modern American music, Steve Reich and Elliott Carter: between the New York activity of City Life and the majestic Capitol of A Mirror on Which to Dwell, we are given a genuine panoramic soundscape of the United States in the last century.
Concert - Diotima Quartet
April 2, 2023
In two concerts, Quatuor Diotima journeys across a century of chamber music, from post-Romanticism to contemporary creation, from Béla Bartók’s String Quartet No. 1 to an unpublished work by Philippe Schoeller. The quartet ponders upon the horrors of World War II, which can be heard as much in Bartók and György Ligeti as in Different Trains by Steve Reich.
Organ concert in honor of Prince Rainier III
June 25, 2023
Sunday, June 25, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral of Monaco, a concert is organized as part of the Centennial Celebrations of the birth of Prince Rainier III
Concert - "Les femmes invisibles"
July 2, 2023
18th MONACO INTERNATIONAL ORGAN FESTIVAL - "Les femmes invisibles". By Joy-Leilani Garbutt (San Francisco - USA), organ.
Concert - "Expressions impressionnistes"
July 9, 2023
18th MONACO INTERNATIONAL ORGAN FESTIVAL - "Expressions impressionnistes". Shin-Young Lee, organ.
Concert - "Ave Maris Stella"
July 16, 2023
18th MONACO INTERNATIONAL ORGAN FESTIVAL - Ave Maris Stella. Jeanne Bernier, soprano. Gabriel Marghieri, organ.
Screening - "Bird - Clint Eastwood"
November 17, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: Following the death of his daughter, Charlie "Bird" Parker, the famous black jazz saxophonist, attempts to take his own life. His white whife, Chan, takes him to the mental hospital but refuses to have him sectioned - a creative genius is entitled to an "extraordinary" life.... Screening in partnership with the Audiovisual Institute of Monaco.
Concert - "Ron Carter - Foursight"
November 18, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: Ron Carter will bring his quartet "Foursight" for an exceptional performance on stage at the Opéra Garnier Monte-Carlo, where they will be joined by special guest Marcus Miller.
Concert - "Jazz & Modern Music - Académie Rainier III"
November 21, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: Performing a mix of jazz standards and pop music, the talents of the Principality of Monaco's prestigious Rainier III Academy will be appearing at the Opera Garnier Monte-Carlo.
Concert - "Billy Cobham - Steve Gadd"
November 22, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: Now in its 17th year, the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023 gets under way on 22 November with concerts by Steve Gadd and Billy Cobham among the highlights!
Concert - "Jan Garbarek Group feat. Trilok Gurtu Quartet"
November 23, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: on 23 November, Jan Garbarek will perform at the Opéra Garnier Monte-Carlo with the Trilok Gurtu Quartet!
Concert - "Kareen Guiock Thuram - PianoForte"
November 24, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: Kareen Guiock Thuram & PianoForte: two concerts at the Opéra Garnier Monte-Carlo with Baptiste Trotignon, Bojan Z, Éric Legnini, Pierre de Bethmann for Pianoforte, and Kareen Guiock Thuram performing a tribute to Nina Simone.
Concerts - "Macy Gray - Leon Phal"
November 25, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: Two concerts with Macy Gray - Leon Phal and STRESS KILLER! Macy Gray has established herself as one of contemporary soul's leading figures, with her unique voice and diverse influences, most notably her idol Billie Holiday. / Léon Phal is not one for precisely blackened scores, instead preferring the inspiration of the moment. The sort that comes when he sits in his studio, contemplating the mixers like an electro or hip-hop producer, surrounded by the core group of musicians who make up his quintet, all tuned to the same wavelength. Exactly the inspiration behind their last two albums, and Stress Killer.
Concert - "Le son d'Alex par Alex Jaffray"
November 26, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival: "Le Son d'Alex" is a voyage through the soundtrack of your life. It's also a sampler crammed with music and jokes to take you on a journey from prehistoric times to Gilbert Montagné, from Daft Punk to Booba, via Eagles, Ennio Morricone and Maître Gims.
Concert - "Jeanne Added - Thomas de Pourquery"
November 29, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: One night, two concerts, with Jeanne Added and Thomas de Pourquery.
Concert - "Keziah Jones - Incognito"
November 30, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: A duo of concerts at the Opéra Garnier Monte-Carlo on 30 November with Keziah Jones and the band Incognito!
Concert - "Ibrahim Maalouf - Dominique Fils Aimé"
December 2, 2023
Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival 2023: One of the event's regular stars is set to make his return to the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival with his eponymous show, "Ibrahim Maalouf et les trompettes de Michel Ange (T.O.M.A.,)", following the concert by Dominique Fils Aimé who will be introducing Roots!
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo - "A menu by Alain Ducasse & Simon Rogan"
April 20, 2024
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2024 - Emmanuel Pilon, Chef at Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse at the Hôtel de Paris in Monte-Carlo and and Simon Rogan, Chef at UK restaurant L’Enclume, will be serving up a very special lunch and dinner in the presence of Alain Ducasse. The two top Chefs share the same passion for sensational food made with the very finest local produce, and will be drawing on all their culinary skill to prepare a stunning six course tasting menu!
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo - "Marcel Ravin & David Toutain"
May 11, 2024
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2024 - For this fourth edition of the festival, Marcel Ravin will team up with the double Michelin-starred David Toutain, Chef and owner of the restaurant David Toutain in Paris. The pair share a great love of nature and a passion for authenticity, but also a keen interest in high quality, sustainably sourced food. Those lucky enough to get a table at the Blue Bay Marcel Ravin are in for a creative culinary treat, courtesy of two master chefs.
Gastronomy - "Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2025"
April 10, 2025
Dominique Lory hosts chef Pierre Gagnaire of Restaurant Pierre Gagnaire***, Paris.
In the five years since its creation, the Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo has sealed a reputation as one of Monaco's most prestigious gastronomical events. After last year's edition celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Cellars at the Hôtel de Paris, the Festival returns in 2025 for a fifth edition that will feature truly exceptional menus prepared by illustrious duos from the culinary world. The Michelin-starred chefs of the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Group are once more preparing to host some of the biggest names in French and international gastronomy. The climax of the event will be the traditional gala dinner, prepared by a team of top chefs boasting an incredible seven Micheline stars between them.
Gastronomy - "Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2025"
June 20, 2025
Alain Ducasse hosts chef Albert Adrià of Restaurant Enigma*, Barcelona, Spain.
In the five years since its creation, the Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo has sealed a reputation as one of Monaco's most prestigious gastronomical events. After last year's edition celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Cellars at the Hôtel de Paris, the Festival returns in 2025 for a fifth edition that will feature truly exceptional menus prepared by illustrious duos from the culinary world. The Michelin-starred chefs of the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Group are once more preparing to host some of the biggest names in French and international gastronomy. The climax of the event will be the traditional gala dinner, prepared by a team of top chefs boasting an incredible seven Micheline stars between them.
Concert - "Goldmen"
July 5, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - A vibrant tribute to the living legend Jean-Jacques Goldman courtesy of the Goldmen, in aid of the charity Fight Aids Monaco.
Red Cross Gala - "Billy Idol"
July 12, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - the rebellious spirit of the British punk rock scene is coming to the Monaco Red Cross Gala, courtesy of the iconic Billy Idol.
Gastronomy - "Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2025"
July 13, 2025
Yannick Alléno hosts chef Davide Oldani of Restaurant D'O**, Michelin Green Star, Cornaredo (Milan), Italy.
In the five years since its creation, the Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo has sealed a reputation as one of Monaco's most prestigious gastronomical events. After last year's edition celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Cellars at the Hôtel de Paris, the Festival returns in 2025 for a fifth edition that will feature truly exceptional menus prepared by illustrious duos from the culinary world. The Michelin-starred chefs of the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Group are once more preparing to host some of the biggest names in French and international gastronomy. The climax of the event will be the traditional gala dinner, prepared by a team of top chefs boasting an incredible seven Micheline stars between them
Concert - "Benson Boone"
July 16, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - The Grammy-nominated social media phenomenon Benson Boone is coming to Monaco this summer, with his heartstring-pulling melodies and breathtaking stage spectacle.
Gastronomy - "Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2025"
July 18, 2025
Marcel Ravin hosts chef Anne-Sophie Pic of Restaurant Pic***, Valence, France.
In the five years since its creation, the Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo has sealed a reputation as one of Monaco's most prestigious gastronomical events. After last year's edition celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Cellars at the Hôtel de Paris, the Festival returns in 2025 for a fifth edition that will feature truly exceptional menus prepared by illustrious duos from the culinary world. The Michelin-starred chefs of the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Group are once more preparing to host some of the biggest names in French and international gastronomy. The climax of the event will be the traditional gala dinner, prepared by a team of top chefs boasting an incredible seven Micheline stars between them
Concert - "Carlos Santana"
July 23, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - Carlos Santana is set to make his long-awaited return to the stage, and his worldwide tour will visit the prestigious Salle des Etoiles at the Sporting Monte-Carlo for a performance that promises to be hypnotic.
Concert - "Paul Kalkbrenner"
July 24, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - This year's Festival line-up will include a welcome foray into world of electro music with the unparalleled Paul Kalkbrenner, as the Salle des Etoiles finds itself in sync with its iconic nightclub neighbour, Jimmy’z Monte-Carlo.
Concert - "The Dire Straits Experience"
July 25, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - The Dire Straits Experience brings to life the magnificent musical world of the famed English band so beloved by generations of rock fans, featuring the original line-up's saxophonist, the inspirational Chris White.
Concert - "Scorpions"
July 26, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - A chance to experience the sound of the German gentlemen of hard rock, Scorpions, a global phenomenon with over 100 million albums sold.
Concert - "Will Smith"
August 2, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - On stage, Will Smith, bona fide movie star and multi Grammy Award-winning rap pioneer, is a whirlwind of class and rhythm. A unique performance by an artist of unmatched charisma.
Concert - "Motown All-Stars"
August 3, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - this year's Festival will include ten special dates devoted to the golden age of soul as the Motown All-Stars come to Monte-Carlo. Featuring an incredible mix of musical heritage and exciting new tunes, the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival is a unique stage for international music in all its forms, making every summer season truly unforgettable.
Concert - "Kool & The Gang"
August 13, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - The Salle des Etoiles will going full party mode this summer, when the legendary disco trailblazers from Jersey City fly into Monaco with bags jam-packed full of disco, funk, and groove.
Concert - "Giorgia"
August 15, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - One of Italy's greatest contemporary singer-songwriters, acclaimed for her astonishing vocal talents and spellbinding stage presence, Giorgia will close this year's Summer Festival in magical style.
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo - "Dominique Lory & Yoann Conte"
From 21, to June 22, 2024
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2024 - Yoann Conte, chef and owner of the two Michelin-starred gastronomic restaurant La Table, will be joining Dominique Lory on the eighth floor of the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, where the two great culinary perfectionists will create an amazing six course menu especially for their guests. The order of the day will be "sharing"!
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo - "Yannick Alleno & Richard Lee"
From 14, to September 15, 2024
Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo 2024 - The final dinners of this year's Festival des Etoilés will be concocted at the Pavyllon Yannick Alléno at the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, where Chef Yannick Alléno will be hosting his two Michelin-starred counterpart from Saison in San Francisco, Richard Lee, as the Chefs combine their talents to create incredible gourmet fare!
The Green Shift Festival 2024
From 5, to June 7, 2024
Introducing the second "Green Shift Festival". Free and open to all, the event aims to promote new paradigms and give a glimpse of a new way of doing things as a society, by adopting a resilient, aware, inclusive approach. The festival will bring together committed and inspiring personalities from diverse backgrounds, including artists, intellectuals, activists, all working on new ways of thinking about ecology, putting the challenges we face today - and the future we must now build - into words and emotions.
The Green Shift Festival 2025
From 4, to June 6, 2025
The Green Shift Festival is returning to Place Anne-Marie Campora in Monaco for the third year, with fascinating "Happy Hour" debates, round tables, plus live music and performances. Join us for three inspiring evenings all about art and the environment, and soak up the positive energy. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Concert - "Motown All-Stars"
From July 30, to August 1, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - this year's Festival will include ten special dates devoted to the golden age of soul as the Motown All-Stars come to Monte-Carlo. Featuring an incredible mix of musical heritage and exciting new tunes, the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival is a unique stage for international music in all its forms, making every summer season truly unforgettable.
The Green Shift Festival 2026
From 9, to April 11, 2026
The Green Shift Festival is back for its 4th edition!
In 2026, the Green Shift Festival is reinventing itself: new dates, a new venue, and the same unwavering ambition to spark our imaginations and guide us toward a more sustainable world.
The Green Shift Festival 2023
From 7, to June 10, 2023
Introducing the inaugural edition of the Green Shift Festival. A forum for dialogue and debate, the Green Shift Festival will bring together committed and passionate activists for a new outdoor event in the Principality of Monaco. The programme includes music, a documentary screening, performances, and readings, all designed to stimulate discussion with other types of languages that also reflect the emergence of new forms of commitment. The evening events are free to attend, but advance booking is recommended.
Concert - "Motown All-Stars"
From 5, to August 10, 2025
Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 - this year's Festival will include ten special dates devoted to the golden age of soul as the Motown All-Stars come to Monte-Carlo. Featuring an incredible mix of musical heritage and exciting new tunes, the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival is a unique stage for international music in all its forms, making every summer season truly unforgettable.
45TH FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL DU CIRQUE DE MONTE-CARLO
From 20, to January 29, 2023
45TH FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL DU CIRQUE DE MONTE-CARLO & 10TH NEW GENERATION
20th to 29th January 2023 !
46th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival 2024 "Tribute to its creator
From 19, to January 28, 2024
For the 25th anniversary of his reign, celebrated in 1974, Prince Rainier III, passionate about the traditional circus with animals, wanted to honor the circus by imagining an event to its glory in his Principality.
47th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival
From 17, to January 26, 2025
The 47th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival & 12th New Generation will take place from January 17 to 26, 2025 under the prestigious Espace Fontvieille Big Top.
