Evening one
Monday 21 JuneAfter the show floor closes: dinner and a short evening outing.
- After darkBeach clubs and hotel bars on La Croisette.
- EatLe Suquet restaurants
Cannes Lions 2027: what to do in Cannes after hours
21 to 25 June 2027 · ExpectedCannes, France
Cannes Lions keeps attendees on the show floor all day and leaves the evenings, the day after and partners' days free. This guide covers dinners that need booking, evening outings, a companion day and the day after in Cannes.
Know before you go
- Beach parties by agencies and platforms fill every evening; many need invitations.
Airport to Palais des Festivals
Nice airport (NCE) is 27 km away: 30 minutes by car or 50 minutes by express bus 210. Trains from Nice take 30 to 40 minutes.
In the centre on La Croisette.
Public transport directions to Palais des Festivals
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Le Cannet and Cannes La Bocca | Cheaper rooms a short bus or train ride away. |
| Mid-range | Centre and Le Suquet | Walk to the Palais and the old port. |
| Splurge | La Croisette | Palace hotels facing the sea. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hotel Ibis Cannes Centre
- Mid-range: Hotel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion
- Splurge: Carlton Cannes
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual show week schedule for 21 to 25 June 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Evening two
Tuesday 22 JuneTeam dinner night. Book early: every group in town wants the same tables.
Companion day
Tuesday 22 JuneFor partners who came along and do not have a badge.
- Full dayRiviera highlights day trip
The day after the show
Saturday 26 JunePush the flight back a day. A full free day costs little and the city empties out.
- Half-dayLérins islands ferry
- EatRue Meynadier
- FreeClimb Le Suquet for the view.
Team outing
For corporate groups of 10 to 40: private tours and tastings book out first.
Family-friendly picks
Half day · Family · Low walking
Lérins islands ferry
Sainte-Marguerite fort and the monks of Saint-Honorat.
- Beaches along La Croisette.
- Marineland in Antibes.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Beach clubs and hotel bars on La Croisette.
5 tours worth booking for Cannes Lions
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Lérins islands ferry | Half day | Families, Tired legs |
| Grasse perfume workshop | Half day | Bad weather |
| Riviera highlights day trip | Full day | Everyone |
| Esterel coast boat trip | Half day | Tired legs |
| Wine tasting in Provence | Full day | Food lovers |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Musée des Explorations du Monde on Le Suquet.
Getting around on event days
- Everything central is walkable. Trains link Cannes, Antibes and Nice.
- Uber, Bolt and G7 taxis work in French cities.
- SNCF TGV and Ouigo trains link the big cities; book on SNCF Connect.
Day trips from Cannes
- Antibes: 10 minutes by train
- Grasse: 30 minutes
- Nice: 30 minutes by train
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Cannes Lions.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Cannes Lions 2027?
The next edition is 21 to 25 June 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Palais des Festivals?
Nice airport (NCE) is 27 km away: 30 minutes by car or 50 minutes by express bus 210. Trains from Nice take 30 to 40 minutes. In the centre on La Croisette.
Where should I stay for Cannes Lions?
For most visitors the best base is Centre and Le Suquet: Walk to the Palais and the old port.
What can we do between sessions at Cannes Lions?
Good short outings in Cannes include Lérins islands ferry, Grasse perfume workshop, Esterel coast boat trip. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Cannes Lions?
Family-friendly picks: Lérins islands ferry. Beaches along La Croisette.
How far is Palais des Festivals from Cannes centre?
About 1 km in a straight line. In the centre on La Croisette.
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