Not sure what to do this weekend of May 16th, 17th, and 18th, 2025 in Nice? Whether you’re a fan of theater, music, or exhibitions, the city offers a diverse program for all tastes from Friday to Sunday.
Friday, May 16th, 2025
- Concert
Rock fans will meet at the Palais Nikaïa for The World of Queen, a spectacular show paying tribute to the legendary British band. Powerful vocals, talented musicians, meticulously timed light shows: everything is there to relive the intensity of a Queen concert. Classic hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You,” and “Don’t Stop Me Now” will resonate in the venue, brought to life by the stage performance of a reincarnated Freddie Mercury.
Location: Palais Nikaïa
Time: 8:30 PM
- Evening
La Fête des Mai moves to the forecourt of la Gare du Sud, as part of “Lu Mai de nuèch,” the festive nocturnes of this Niçoise celebration. From 7 PM to 10:30 PM, the Libération district will vibrate to the sound of traditional music with Lu Troubadours doù souleù, the folk dances of Nice la Belle, and a large balèti hosted by Coco Beach Balèti. The atmosphere promises to be warm and popular, with concerts, dances, and tastings of local specialties. A free and open-to-all evening to celebrate Niçoise traditions in the heart of the city.
Location: Gare du Sud
- Exhibition
The exhibition Becoming Ocean, presented at Villa Arson until August 24, questions our relationship with the oceans through the lens of contemporary art. Immersive works, sound installations, videos, and textile pieces make up a poetic and committed journey on climate change, rising waters, and ecological urgency. More than twenty international artists, including Marcos Ávila Forero, Bianca Bondi, and Shanta Rao, offer a dialogue between art, science, and environment. A powerful and sensitive exhibition to visit in the exceptional setting of Villa Arson, with free entry.
Location: Villa Arson
Saturday, May 17th, 2025
- Concert
Disney Channel fans have a rendezvous at La Black Box for an evening 100% High School Musical & Camp Rock, dedicated to the cult hits of the 2000s. With a giant karaoke, live performances, and a thematic dance floor, the atmosphere promises to be both nostalgic and festive. Songs like “We’re All In This Together,” “This Is Me,” and “Breaking Free” will set the venue alight from 8:30 PM. A feel-good event to relive the energy of Disney classics by singing at the top of your lungs.
Location: La Black Box
Time: 8 PM
- Running
La No Finish Line returns to the Promenade des Anglais until Sunday, May 19th, 2025 for a new charitable and open-to-all edition. The principle is simple: run or walk as much as you want, when you want, alone or in a team, on a 1,140-meter circuit. Each kilometer completed is converted into a donation for projects supporting sick or underprivileged children. Since its launch in Nice, the event has gathered thousands of participants in a friendly and sporty atmosphere. Registration is possible on-site or online, to join this large loop of generosity and collective mobilization.
Location: Quai des États-Unis
- Football
OGC Nice faces Stade Brestois at the Allianz Riviera for the 34th day of Ligue 1. Kick-off is scheduled for 9 PM. Currently 4th in the standings with 57 points, Nice is aiming for European qualification, while Brest, 8th with 50 points, hopes to climb the standings. Nice will rely on their striker Evann Guessand, who has scored 11 goals this season, while Brest counts on Ludovic Ajorque, with 13 goals. For the last match of the season, the Populaire Sud calls on everyone to support the club.
Location: Allianz Riviera
Time: 9 PM
Sunday, May 18th, 2025
- Concert
Le Palais Nikaïa hosts Les Comédies Musicales, a 100% live show bringing together more than 50 iconic songs from French and international musicals. On stage, renowned artists such as Cécilia Cara, Damien Sargue, Ginie Line, Merwan Rim, Priscilla Betti, Gwendal Marimoutou, Alexis Loizon, as well as special guests like Chimène Badi, Hélène Ségara, and Natasha St-Pier, will perform these classics as solos, duets, trios, and group numbers, accompanied by their musicians.
Location: Palais Nikaïa
Time: 5 PM
- Theater
The Théâtre l’Alphabet in Nice presents Le Malade Imaginaire by Molière, directed by Sébastien Morena. This classic comedy depicts Argan, a convinced hypochondriac, manipulated by self-interested doctors and a calculating spouse, while his daughter Angélique hopes to marry the man she loves. The loyal servant Toinette orchestrates a scheme to thwart Argan’s plans.
Location: Théâtre l’Alphabet
Time: 6 PM
