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Monaco Poetry Night and Day 2026

22 February

Monaco Poetry Night and Day will take place on March 26 and 27, 2026, under the High Patronage and in the presence of HRH The Princess of Hanover, at the initiative of Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer and the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, Hotel of Connoisseurs. Monaco, poetry: yes! In the face of the world's turmoil, what other force can we oppose than poetry? Monaco, a place of peace, culture, and beauty, also has a role to play in poetry. The first edition of Monaco Poetry Night and Day begins modestly. One night, one day, perhaps the future will be written in the plural. Night: Thursday, March 26 On March 26, dinner at the Hôtel Hermitage, preceded at 7:00 p.m. by a recital by actor Lambert Wilson, accompanied on piano by Karol Beffa. Lambert Wilson will recite and sing poems, primarily in French, but also in English, Italian, and Spanish. The translations will be projected in the Belle Epoque room. The Yannick Alléno Signature Dinner will begin at 8 p.m., opened by an exceptional recitation, the details of which we are keeping secret. Then, poets and writers Louis-Philippe Dalembert and Pascal Bacqué will recite their own poems-who said poetry was dead? At the piano,

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Prince Albert II Celebrates 20 Years of Reign in Monaco

Prince Albert II Celebrates 20 Years of Reign in Monaco

21 July 2025

On Saturday, the Place du Palais Princier in Monaco transformed into a scene of celebration and unity as an estimated 6,000 Monegasques and residents gathered to honour Prince Albert II's 20th anniversary since ascending the throne. The event was a heartfelt tribute ...

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Big Reggae Festival 2025

Big Reggae Festival 2025

24 June 2025

Big Reggae Festival 2025 will set the Pinède Gould in Antibes Juan Les Puns ablaze on July 3rd.A key figure in French-speaking reggae for over 20 years, DANAKIL is on a major summer tour, with a highly anticipated appearance at the ...

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64th Edition of Monte Carlo TV Festival Closing

64th Edition of Monte Carlo TV Festival Closing

18 June 2025

The 64th edition of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival concluded this evening with an emotional closing ceremony hosted by Ricky Whittle and Shy'm in the Salle des Princes of the Grimaldi Forum. The evening was attended by Their Highnesses the Prince and ...

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Watson Series Opens the Monte Carlo TV Festival

Watson Series Opens the Monte Carlo TV Festival

13 June 2025

This evening, the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival was officially opened under the High Patronage of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, during the traditional Opening Ceremony held at the Grimaldi Forum, following an elegant parade of international talent on the blue ...

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World Oceans Week Festival in Nice

World Oceans Week Festival in Nice

5 June 2025

A free ocean festival alongside the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference From June 9 to 13, 2025 | Théâtre de Verdure. On the occasion of the United Nations Conference, the City of Nice, in collaboration with Nautilus and UNESCO, is offering the ...

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Drone show as part of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference

Drone show as part of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference

2 June 2025

From June 9 to 13, 2025, the City of Nice will host the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference, a global event that will bring together heads of state and government around a historic agreement for the protection of the ocean. As a ...

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Lando Norris, a Masterclass Victory at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix

Lando Norris, a Masterclass Victory at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix

26 May 2025

On Sunday, May 25, 2025, the streets of Monte Carlo bore witness to a career-defining moment for McLaren's Lando Norris, who claimed his first-ever victory at the iconic Monaco Grand Prix. This triumph marks his second win of the season, following ...

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Monaco E-Prix, Race and Charity

Monaco E-Prix, Race and Charity

12 May 2025

This year's Monaco E-Prix wasn't just about racing-it was about connection and cause. Hosted by Alessandro Ponzi on the stunning terrace of the Panorama Building, the E-Prix Cocktail brought together an exclusive guest list for an evening of elegance and purpose. Sponsored ...

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