Jazz, manga, fireworks, this weekend of July 14th in Nice promises three days of cultural discoveries. Whether with family, friends, or solo, everyone will find joy between celebration, poetry, and thrills.
This extended weekend promises to be intense on the French Riviera! With Monday, July 14th being a holiday, take advantage of these three days to experience a concentration of emotions in Nice and the Alpes-Maritimes. Outdoor cinema, concerts, children’s shows, immersive exhibitions, manga, fireworks, and colorful parades: there’s something for every taste and every age. Whether you’re a jazz enthusiast, passionate about Japanese culture, or simply looking for magic under the stars, this weekend has everything to become unforgettable.
Friday, July 11th 2025
Top Gun: Maverick
Experience the thrills of adrenaline under the stars! Top Gun: Maverick takes you on 02:11 of sonic takeoff and thrilling nostalgia. An outdoor screening ideal for sharing great spectacle and pure entertainment, all for free in the heart of Nice.
Location: Place Saint-Roch
Time: 8:30 PM
Willy Haroun’s Jazz Night – “BASES”
Immerse yourself in the intimate universe of “BASES”, the new project by Spanish pianist Willy Haroun where jazz, classical, and improvisation meet with elegance and emotion. One date not to be missed to savor this intimate and captivating concert.
Location: Théâtre Francis Gag
Time: 8 PM
Classic Cathédrale Festival
Immerse yourself in a captivating atmosphere under the majestic baroque vault of the Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate. With Violonissima, a string quartet from European conservatories, let yourself be transported by an elegant repertoire blending timeless classics and contemporary pieces — a musical gem for all classical music lovers.
Location : Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate
Time : 8:30 PM
Manga’s Day
A whole weekend dedicated to manga in all its dimensions! From ancient Japan to modern panels, explore the graphic and philosophical universe of your favorite series with two passionate specialists. Between history, culture, and debate on freedom, the Raoul Mille Library immerses you in the art of manga from a new perspective.
Location: Raoul Mille Library
Schedule: all day Friday and Saturday
Saturday, July 12th 2025
L’Hippodrome en fête
Evening program: Night races, family activities (pony rides, sulky bikes, trampolines) and grand pyromelodic fireworks to conclude the celebration. Experience an unforgettable evening under the stars at the Cagnes Racetrack! This “Hippodrome en Fête” promises a moment of sharing and spectacle, all for only €5 or free for the youngest.
Location: Côte d’Azur Hippodrome
Time: 6:40 PM-11 PM
Immersive Exhibition – “The Ocean of Léa”
Enter a poetic and sensory universe where origami artist Junior Fritz Jacquet brings paper to life by creating a life-size underwater world. Coral, abyssal caves, hand-sculpted rays and jellyfish wonder both young and old, while raising awareness of the fragility of the oceans.
Location: OcéaNice Congress Center
Time: Starting at 10 AM
Pink Parade – Nice Pride 2025
Nice lights up in the colors of diversity ! Join the Pink Parade – a vibrant and engaged procession starting at the Port at 4 PM, rhythmically accompanied by Max M’Vibes. The celebration continues with music at the Théâtre de Verdure from 6 PM with drag performances, DJs, and fiery dances, in a celebration of love and pride.
Location: Starts from Nice Port heading toward Théâtre de Verdure.
Time: Starting at 4 PM
Sunday, July 13th 2025
Experience a magical evening on July 13th in the Alpes-Maritimes! Whether you’re in Antibes, Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Grasse, or Saint-Laurent-du-Var, each city invites you to admire a grandiose fireworks display. Accompanied by public dances, concerts, and festivities, these events promise a festive and friendly atmosphere for the whole family.
Locations and times for the fireworks:
Antibes: Fireworks at 10:15 PM, held on the coastal road between the Siesta and Fort Carré.
Beaulieu-sur-Mer: Fireworks at 10 PM, Petite Afrique beach.
Beausoleil: Fireworks at 10:30 PM, Place de la Libération. Musical entertainment (concert and DJ) from 9 PM.
Biot: Public dance and musical evening from 8 PM, Place de Gaulle.
Grasse: Fireworks at 10 PM, Cours Honoré Cresp. Musical entertainment from 7 PM to midnight.
La Trinité: Fireworks at 10:30 PM, Jardin Tagnati.
Puget-Théniers: Fireworks at 10 PM, Route 6202. Entertainment from 9:30 PM, Place Général de Gaulle: bonfire followed by children’s torchlight procession, animated by Harmonie Pugétoise.
Saint-Laurent-du-Var: Fireworks at 10:30 PM, Esplanade les Goélands, as part of the “Nuits Laurentines.” Free entertainment from 8:30 PM to midnight (performance artists, stilt-walkers, DJ, etc.).
Saint-Martin-Vésubie: Fireworks at 10:15 PM, visible from Allées de Verdun.
Villefranche-sur-Mer : Fireworks at 10 PM, Grand dance and musical promenade from 7:30 PM, in the Citadel and on Port de la Santé.
The Sceptre of the Elements
Embark on a fascinating journey to the heart of the four elements! Follow Léo, a hero full of imagination, on his quest to restore the magic of the Sceptre and defeat the Destructor. This interactive and plot-rich show, combining humor, discovery, and audience participation, is a real treat for the little ones.
Location: Théâtre l’Alphabet
Time: 10:30 AM
