The 11th edition of the Champagne and Oysters Cycle Club (COCC) ride from Saint-Tropez to Monaco is set for Sunday, 27th April, bringing together cyclists, celebrities, and philanthropists for a day of fundraising, sport and celebration – capped off by a lively open-air after-party in the heart of the Principality.

This annual event, which has raised around €100,000 each year, supports two notable charities: the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, which champions water safety and drowning prevention initiatives around the world, and the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, a UK-based organisation funding research into motor neuron disease.

Cyclists will depart from Saint-Tropez at 8am, arriving in Monaco in the late afternoon. The day’s efforts will culminate in the COCC Street Party, an open-invitation celebration held outside Slammers Pub from 2pm until late. With a BBQ by Chilli No. 5, live music from Caligagan, Blah Blah, and Paul Dobie, and plenty of refreshments, the after-party promises to be a festive close to the charitable ride.

Tickets to the COCC Street Party are available now for €25 at Slammers Bar, or €35 on the day. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to soak up the atmosphere and support the fundraising effort, which continues into the evening.

Sponsorship opportunities are still open, with organisers calling on Monaco-based businesses to contribute. Interested parties can register via the official COCC website or by contacting the team at info@coccmonaco.com.

To date, the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation has reached over one million people through water safety programmes in more than 43 countries. The My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, named after Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir, has become a leading force in the global campaign against motor neuron disease.

For those looking to support a meaningful cause while enjoying one of Monaco’s most spirited springtime traditions, the COCC ride and its vibrant after-party offer the perfect opportunity.

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Main photo of Princess Charlene at the 2024 COCC credit Manuel Vitali, Government Communication Department