Don’t know what to do this weekend of February 27, 28 and March 1st 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, February 27, 2026
Concert: Ed Sheeran meets Coldplay for a candlelight concert
For one hour, in the dimly lit, candle-lit atmosphere of Candlelight concerts, alchemy will be created between two internationally recognized artists: Ed Sheeran and Coldplay.
Location: Westminster Hotel & Spa
Time: 7 p.m.
Hockey: Nice Eagles challenge Cergy-Pontoise
The end of the season is approaching fast and the Nice Eagles have the opportunity to secure a place in the Magnus League finals. Facing Cergy-Pontoise, the match promises to be intense because on the other side, the Ile-de-France team must win to hope to qualify as well.
Location: Jean Bouin sports palace, 2 rue Jean Allègre, 06000 Nice
Time: 8 p.m.
Carnival: Lou Queernaval
France’s first gay carnival, since its launch in 2015, Lou Queernaval attracts many spectators. A moment of free conviviality subject to availability (mandatory reservation).
Location: place Masséna
Time: 8 p.m.
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Show: Luminiscence presents Celestial Odyssey
Luminiscence returns to the Notre-Dame de Nice Basilica with a second show combining scenography, video mapping and heritage discovery. An immersive visual and sound experience for all audiences.
Location: 2 Rue d’Italie – 06000 Nice
Time: 8:20 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Concert: Aba Shanti-i comes to set the mood at Frigo 16
Aba Shanti-i arrives for a concert at Frigo 16. A true legend of UK Dub, he began as an MC in the 1980s alongside Jah Tubby’s Sound System, before founding his own sound in 1990.
Location: 89 Route de Turin, 06300 Nice
Time: 8 p.m.
Carnival: the burning of the King and fireworks
As every year, the Nice Carnival concludes with the burning of the King followed by fireworks on the Promenade des Anglais! Meet in front of the Opera beach to say goodbye to His Majesty.
Location: the Promenade des Anglais at the Centenaire beach
Time: 10:45 p.m.
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Tradition: the grand carnival swim
Attention all lovers of cool temperatures: the grand carnival swim is back. A moment of conviviality to celebrate the end of the Nice Carnival.
Location: Opera beach on the Promenade des Anglais
Time: from 10 a.m.
Health: saddle up for Blue March
Nice residents of all ages are invited to pedal together for a good cause: the prevention of colorectal cancer. Starting from place Troja, participants will cycle an 11 km circuit. Warning: blue dress code required.
Location: place Troja
Time: 9 a.m.
Show: Michel Fugain performs a show for seniors
Following the release of his new album, Michel Fugain returns to the stage at the Palais Nikaia to celebrate life and love, timeless themes that run through his entire career. Warning: the concert is reserved for holders of the MNCA senior card.
Location: boulevard du Mercantour, 06200 Nice
Time: 1:30 p.m.
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