Don’t know what to do this weekend on July 31, August 1st and 2nd, 2026 in Nice? Whether you’re a fan of music, art or history, the city offers you a varied program for all tastes.
Friday, July 31, 2026
Event: a wheeled parade
Cyclists, roller skate, skateboard and scooter enthusiasts will gather to stroll through the streets of the Côte d’Azur capital. Organized by the Critical Mass collective, this festive event aims to promote sustainable mobility. The key words of this evening will be conviviality and sharing.
Location: “I Love Nice” on Rauba Capeu Quay
Time: 7:30 PM
Concert: a lyrical stopover in a Nice church
The Blue Bird Festival 2026 presents a trio of artists composed of a soprano, a bass and an electronic organ player. Mozart, Bellini and Gounod will resonate in the heart of this timeless place full of history. Entry is 30 euros and seating is free choice.
Location: Church of Saint-François de Paule, 9 rue Saint-François de Paule
Time: 8:30 PM
Concert: the Nice Philharmonic Orchestra
The Nice Classic Festival invites spectators to contemplate musical masterpieces. The melodies of Camille Saint-Saëns, a major figure in 19th-century music, will open the show: Introduction & Rondo Capriccioso, Havanaise and Piano Concerto No. 5 “The Egyptian”. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 will close the evening. Stéphanie-Marie Degand on violin and Jean-Baptiste Fonlupt on piano will reveal these emblematic repertoires to spectators, under the direction of Marc Coppey.
Reservation is required. Entry is 29 euros and 24 euros for reduced rates. It is free for under 25s.
Location: Cloister of the Cimiez Monastery, Place Jean Paul II Pape
Time: 8 PM
Festival: the last of Belaprem
This musical and cultural cradle is closing its doors soon. The Open Air Belaprem will invest for the last time this year in this summer cultural venue. On the program, the ZONA DE PERREO collective will offer an XXL show, featuring DJ sets, MCs and international dancers. Styles will follow one another at a frantic pace: salsa, bachata, reggaeton and dembow.
Food trucks, bars and relaxation areas are on site. Entry to this open-air party is free. Purchases are made via a cashless system or by credit card.
Location: Le 109, 89 route de Turin
Hours: 5:30 PM to 12:30 AM
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Activity: Murder Mystery in the heart of Nice
The best way to explore the Côte d’Azur capital is through these mysteries. Don a costume and take part in an intriguing investigation, wandering through the different iconic places of the city of Nice. You will need to download a mobile app to participate in this interactive game lasting 90 minutes. The price is 10 euros, by reservation, from 14 years old.
Location: Oui, jelato, 5 rue de la Préfecture (for departure)
Hours: at your choice following reservation
Show: dancers and passion on stage
For all dance and technique enthusiasts, this restitution of the hard work of trainee dancers will immerse you in the world of dance. Under the artistic direction of Charles Jude, Stéphanie Roublot, Monique Loudieres, Igor Yebra and Thomas Klein, the dancers will convey their passion and dedication for this art. The demonstration will travel from classical to contemporary repertoire.
Doors will open 30 minutes before the show begins. Entry is 5 euros for adults and free for under 18s and 18-25 year-olds, subject to proof of age.
Location: Nice Conservatory Kosma Auditorium, 125 Avenue de Brancolar
Time: 3:30 PM
Concert: Hit Generation The Revenge
The theater transforms into a musical arena. For the second time, two generations will compete, on one side the red team for the 80s and on the other the blue team for the 90s. This festive event will pit them against their greatest timeless hits. Exciting blind test, wild DJ battle and vertiginous karaoke will distinguish the two decades.
For this interactive and festive event, dress in your team’s colors. Entry is 25 euros per adult, by reservation.
Location: Théâtre de Verdure, Albert 1st Garden
Time: 7 PM
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Exhibition: Mortimer and the Paper Japan in Nice
This collection traces the links between the world of Blake and Mortimer and Japan. In this science fiction work, Philip Mortimer finds himself in the heart of an adventure involving spies, robots and scientific innovations. In partnership with the Edgar P. Jacobs Foundation, original comic pages, animation cells, sketches, unpublished archives and Japanese prints are on display. This exhibition offers visitors the opportunity to discover the behind-the-scenes of this creation, nurtured by Edgar P. Jacobs’ passion for Japan. Entry is free.
Location: Museum of Asian Arts in Nice, 405 Promenade des Anglais
Hours: 10 AM to 6 PM
Exhibition: Chagall at work: an exceptional loan to the museum
This collection offers an immersion into the creative process of this essential artist. It provides an opportunity to discover sketches and preparatory models of celebrated public commissions. Works by Marc Chagall are also on display, testifying to his curiosity about new artistic practices. This exhibition is a true journey into the artist’s imagination. Entry is free for all on the first Sunday of the month.
Location: National Museum of Marc Chagall, avenue Dr. Ménard
Hours: 10 AM to 6 PM
Visit: discovering the remains of Nice
The Crypt traces the history of the Côte d’Azur city and its fortifications. Located beneath Place Garibaldi and Boulevard Jean Jaurès, this visit plunges spectators back into five centuries of military history. The remains were discovered during archaeological excavations as part of the development of Tram Line 1. Entry ranges from 3 to 8 euros and is paid by credit card only. The ticket office is on site, but it is possible to reserve. Flat shoes are recommended and visits are limited to 15 people.
Location: meet at Place Jacques-Toja
Hours: 2 PM, 3 PM and 4 PM.
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