Don’t know what to do this weekend of January 16, 17, and 18 in Nice? Whether you’re a fan of theater, sports, or concerts, the city offers a varied program for all tastes, from Friday to Sunday.
Friday, January 16, 2026
Concert: Mohabet by Kapana Trio and duo Giuglaris Navard
Mohabet, or “conversation” (in a broad sense) in Bulgarian, is the word often used by musicians to express their intention to play together, have a great time, delight the audience, and make them dance. It is in this spirit that this concert brings together two groups: Kapana Trio, with its repertoire of Bulgarian music played on instruments from that country, and the duo Giuglaris Navard, which expands this musical journey in the Balkans.
Venue: Espace Magnan, 31, rue Louis de Coppet, 06100 Nice
Time: 7:30 PM
Volleyball: Nice vs. Narbonne, a showdown for qualification
The Nice Volleyball team hosts tonight at the Palmeira Hall a direct opponent for playoff qualification, Narbonne. Separated by just one point in the standings, the two teams will engage in a fierce battle.
Venue: Giamarchi Palmeira Hall, 11 Bd Victor Hugo, 06000 Nice
Time: 8:00 PM
Game: The Opera turns into a giant escape game
Dive into the heart of Nice Côte d’Azur Opera for a new adventure with The Count of Monte Cristo! Following the success of The Three Musketeers, The Key Event invites you to discover its new immersive escape game inspired by Alexandre Dumas’ masterpiece. In the quiet corridors and golden salons of the Nice Côte d’Azur Opera, become witnesses, or accomplices, of this great return. Will you choose the path of relentless revenge or that of justice and forgiveness?
Venue: Nice Côte d’Azur Opera, 4-6 Rue Saint-François de Paule, 06300 Nice
Time: 6:00 PM and then at 8:30 PM
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Rugby: Nissa Rugby hosts Bourgoin
Two teams with opposing trajectories this season will face each other at Marcel-Volot Stadium. On one side Nissa Rugby is contending for the podium in this National Championship, while Bourgoin is fighting for survival. Entry to the stadium is free if you download your ticket in advance on the club’s ticketing site.
Venue: Marcel Volot Stadium, 247 Bd du Mercantour, 06200 Nice
Time: the match starts at 6:00 PM
Culture: try your hand at the dictation in Nissart
Christine Bovari, a Nissart teacher at Port Lympia College, will dictate the 24th edition of the Dictada Occitana in Nissart. The aim of this event is to restore the prestige of Nissart, which is more known for its orality than its written form. This free event is open to everyone, with prizes and gifts for all participants.
Venue: Palais des Rois de Sardaigne, 10, rue de la Préfecture
Time: 1:00 PM
Exhibition: Caroline Rivalan, Counterspell
For almost two years, Caroline Rivalan has been developing a specific project for Narcissio, revisiting and delving deeper into themes that are her own. Counterspell evokes the work of Victor Brauner, created in the 1940s in response to the rise of fascism and war. Be advised, it’s the last day to admire this exhibition.
Venue: Narcissio, 16 rue Parmentier 06100 Nice
Time: from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Festival: the Laughing Beaches return to Nice
In the heart of the Théâtre de Verdure, locals and tourists can attend comedy shows and hilarious one-man shows for this new edition of the Laughing Beaches. On this Sunday’s program, Thomas Angelvy will deliver a humorous performance that is both modern and striking. Be aware that only a few tickets remain!
Venue: Pierre Cochereau Conservatory, 127 avenue de Brancolar, 06100 Nice
Time: 8:30 PM
Competition: jumping and dressage
For its second round, the Winter Challenge at the Nice Equestrian Club provides riders the opportunity to qualify for the “Generali Open 2026” (French Championships) and validate the Federal Galops through competition. Four rounds of HUNTER & DRESSAGE are scheduled in this 2025-2026 Winter Challenge. Entry is free.
Venue: Nice Equestrian Club, 8 boulevard des Jardiniers, 06200 Nice
Time: from 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM
Show: the Musical Encounters at the Negresco
For its 14th edition, the Musical Encounters at the Negresco will offer a final concert in the Masséna salon of the Negresco Hotel. A concert under the artistic direction of Nicolas Bringuier, in support of sick children through the association Classicazur.
Venue: Negresco Hotel, 37 Promenade des Anglais, 06000 Nice
Time: 5:30 PM.
