The Rose Ball, created in 1954, is a yearly charitable gala held in aid of the Princess Grace Foundation. Its President, the Princess of Hanover, has handed over the artistic direction to her friend Christian Louboutin this year, under the theme of 'Return to the Twenties'. Get out the flapper dresses and brush up on the Charleston for a night to remember! Photo source: Monte-Carlo SBM
U Sciaratu, the summer carnival, is back on the Rock for its 10th edition, and this year it has an African theme! Get set for parades, musical troupes and other fun attractions, followed by a DJ in the Place de la Mairie.
Nigerian artist, singer and songwriter Wayne Snow will perform live in concert on the beach at Note Bleue.
The Grimaldi Forum’s highly-anticipated 2022 summer exhibition, dedicated to the wonderful world of fashion designer Christian Louboutin, will kick off on 9th July.
Formed in 1994, Pink Martini shot to the top of the charts with their debut album Sympathique, featuring original and covers songs in French, Spanish and English. Their brand of feel-good music has stood the test of time and now they’re coming to Monaco for one exceptional night at the Salle des Etoiles for a concert featuring China Forbes and Storm Large.
Sixth edition of the contemporary art and design fair with pieces from such prestigious galleries as Hauser & Wirth, Pace, White Cube, kamel mennour, Perrotin, Air de Paris, Almine Rech, Esther Schipper, Galerie kreo and Carpenters Workshop, as well as modern and ancient art dealers such as Dickinson, Waddington Custot, Mazzoleni, Thomas Gibson Fine Art, Robilant+Voena and Moretti Fine Art. Free entry on 17th July. Photo source: artmonte-carlo
Three amazing dance shows in one with ‘Back on Track 61’ by Jean-Christophe Maillot, ‘Claude Pascal’ by Jirí Kylián, and ‘Casi Casa’ by Mats Ek, organised by the Ballets de Monte-Carlo. This highlight of the summer dance schedule is a celebration of the 30th anniversary of Jean-Christophe Maillot’s appointment as Choreographer-Director of the Ballets de Monte-Carlo.
Cello prodigy Imany uses her chosen instrument to transform pop hits into cello masterpieces…the perfect blend of beautiful music and fun.
Outdoor summer concert series in the courtyard (Cour d’Honneur) of the Palace begins with the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic led by Kazuki Yamada playing pieces by Camille Saint-Saëns and Jules Massenet. These concerts are a highlight of the summer musical calendar. Photo credit: Stephane Danna, Government Communication Department
15-time Grammy award winning singer Alicia Keys is making a world tour stop in Monaco and will play under the stars in the Place du Casino as entertainment for the Annual Red Cross Gala.
Pianist Alfio Origlio and singer Célia Kameni will perform songs from the pop repertoire and French songs with original arrangements by Alfio Origlio. They are joined by Brice Berrerd on double bass and Zaza Desiderio on drums.
Part of the Soirees Enfantines series put on by the Mairie for kids, “Crazy Circus” features an hour of juggling, clowns, balancing acts, acrobatics, magic and just plain fun by Eklabul, a team specialising in entertainment for kids. Photo by Dawin Rizzo on Unsplash
Part of the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival Series, the Queen Machine Symphonic concert will get everyone up and dancing to their favourite hits, with proceeds going to local charity Fight AIDS Monaco. The evening includes dinner along with the show.
Outdoor summer concert series with the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Dalia Stasevska. Concerts at the Palace are a highlight of the summer musical calendar not to be missed.
Get on those dancing shoes, the Black Eyed Peas are coming! American rap-rock pioneers and six-time Grammy winners Black Eyed Peas are playing in Monaco for a one-night-only event as part of the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival.
Enjoy a musical evening in the park under the olive trees with The Mood, part of the Mairie’s Concerts in Square Gastaud summer series.
Singing superstar James Blunt is making his big comeback and will hit the stage for a dinner concert in Monaco celebrating 17 years in the limelight with his latest album, a greatest hits compilation called The Stars Beneath My Feet.
From Mickey Mouse Club alumni to international superstar, Christina Aguilera has proven she has what it takes to be one of Time magazine’s most influential people in the world. The six-time Grammy winner will be in Monaco in her first appearance in the Principality for one exceptional night with a dinner show where she will sing all her greatest hits.
Join in for a Mairie-sponsored night of spectacular fireworks under the stars on Port Hercule, followed by music and dancing.
Sexy singer and actress Rita Ora, who was famously spotted by JayZ when playing the club scene in early 2010’s London, is taking the stage at the Salle des Etoiles for a dinner-concert, rounding out her appearance in France at Lallapalooza.
Outdoor summer concert series at the Palace with violinist Vilde Frang and the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Juraj Valčuha playing pieces by Richard Strauss and Edward Elgar. These concerts are a highlight of the summer musical calendar.
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