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Day: 25 August 2026

Behia Jazz 5tet to return to La Note Bleue for a special concert

by: Virginia D’Umas
25/08/2026

The Behia Jazz 5tet will perform a special concert titled ‘Les grandes voix du jazz’ at La Note Bleue on Larvotto beach on 23rd September, running from 8pm to 9:30pm.

Following the success of its debut performance in March 2025, which featured a tribute to Cole Porter, the ensemble returns to the venue to take audiences on a musical journey spanning from the 1940s to the present day.

The repertoire showcases legendary voices and melodies across generations, from Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Billie Holiday to Eliane Elias, alongside nods to Miles Davis. For this performance, vocalist Behia will be backed by a quartet of Italian musicians.

Designed for all audiences, the concert showcases unique arrangements of major jazz standards. Organisers expect a large crowd, including members of the Riviera’s Italian community who frequently support their compatriots at regional sporting and cultural events.

The line-up stars Behia on vocals, Jean-Baptiste Bolazzi on piano and arrangements, Sandro Massazza on double bass, Stefano Bertoli on drums, and Guido Bombardieri on alto and soprano saxophones and clarinet.

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Jazz vocalist and songwriter Behia. Photo credit: Fine art photography 

Monaco bans alcohol sales ahead of AS Monaco European fixture

by: Cassandra Tanti
25/08/2026

Alcohol sales will be temporarily prohibited across the Principality on Thursday 27th August ahead of AS Monaco’s UEFA Conference League match against Polish club Górnik Zabrze.

The restriction will apply to all businesses in Monaco from 2.30pm, although the time at which sales can resume will vary by district. The match is scheduled to begin at 6.45pm at Stade Louis II.

In Fontvieille, Jardin Exotique, Moneghetti, Sainte-Dévote, La Condamine, Monaco-Ville and the Port Hercule area, the ban will remain in force until 6.15pm.

Businesses elsewhere in the Principality will be prohibited from selling alcohol between 2.30pm and 5pm.

The ministerial decision applies specifically to the sale of alcoholic drinks. It does not impose a general ban on possessing or consuming alcohol.

Authorities cite concerns over travelling supporters

The measure was introduced over concerns about possible disorder involving travelling Górnik Zabrze supporters. In the decision, the government referred to recent incidents involving groups of the club’s supporters during European fixtures. It said approximately 700 fans attended a match against a Turkish club on 21st July, including 300 identified as potentially high-risk, while 882 travelled to Budapest on 5th August, including 400 considered high-risk.

According to the government, heavy alcohol consumption had preceded incidents involving supporters at previous matches. The temporary sales restriction is intended to reduce the risk of disturbances inside and outside Stade Louis II.

Businesses that fail to comply may face penalties under existing legislation. The measure will be overseen by Monaco’s Department of the Interior.

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