Under the olive trees of Parc Princesse Antoinette, Monaco’s elected officials gathered on 6th June to reveal a lively and inclusive summer 2025 events calendar. With activities spanning music, culture, family fun and youth engagement, the Mairie de Monaco aims to offer a season that celebrates community spirit and quality of life across the Principality.
The announcement was led by Axelle Amalberti Verdino, Deputy Mayor in charge of events and leisure, alongside fellow councillors Camille Svara, Marjorie Crovetto, Chloé Boscagli, and Jacques Pastor. “These events are more than simple entertainment,” said Amalberti Verdino. “They reflect our constant commitment to strengthening social bonds and creating a lively, welcoming environment for residents, visitors and Monaco’s youth.”
Highlights of the season include the return of Soirées Enfantines, starting with the Grand Children’s Party on 13th June at Parc Princesse Antoinette, and continuing across various locations throughout the summer.
Celebrating culture, music and tradition
A much-anticipated staple, Fête de la Musique, will see performances take over the Principality on 21st June, with celebrations in every district from 15:30 and a headline show by DJ MOSIMANN on Quai Albert Ier at 21:30.
Traditional festivities are also set to light up the city, with the Fête de la Saint Jean returning to the Place du Palais Princier and Place des Moulins on 23rd and 24th June, followed by the colourful U Sciaratu Western-themed carnivalon 4th July.
Music lovers can enjoy a series of open-air concerts between 9th July and 20th August at Square Gastaud and Larvotto, with a special orchestral performance from students of Réunion Island on 16th July.
Family favourites return to Port Hercule
Été sur le Port Hercule is back from 18th July to 24th August, transforming Quai Albert Ier into a seaside fairground with carousels, karting, trampolines, duck fishing, pop-up basketball courts and more, including the return of the ASM Kids Tour.
Meanwhile, fireworks nights on 26th July and 9th August will include inflatable play areas for children, followed by DJ sets and live pop-rock performances.
Focus on youth and creativity
The Mairie continues to invest in youth-led events, with the Bricks Académie of superheroes launching on 6th June at Espace Léo Ferré, and the return of the Street Art Challenge Junior on 14th and 15th June during UPAINT 2025. Teenagers aged 12–17 can look forward to the ever-popular Splash Party at Stade Nautique Rainier III on 18th June.
The Marché de la Condamine will host a festive lineup too, from a Dolceacqua evening on 28th June, to a ‘Summer Vibes’ soirée on 5th July, the Frenchy Apéro on 13th July, and the traditional Bal du Marché on 12th September.
Cultural engagement and summer learning
The Médiathèque de Monaco is offering a creative programme with storytelling, activities for children and a new ‘jaspage’ workshop. The season culminates on 19th September with a special event marking the library’s final day before its upcoming move.
Students of the Académie Rainier III will also feature prominently in summer programming, including the music for L’Impromptu de Versailles on 12th June, followed by music and theatre galas on 18th and 25th June respectively.
Elsewhere, the Stade Nautique Rainier III will remain open to the public with classes in aquagym, aquabike and beginner diving. The Centre Botanique opens Tuesday to Saturday from 8:30 to 15:30, while the Exotic Garden Boutique will host workshops focused on succulent plant arrangements.
This summer in Monaco promises a vibrant mix of tradition, innovation and joy, with the Town Hall once again placing residents and visitors at the heart of its cultural mission.
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