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Amplified celebrations adorn the red carpet for an exquisite milestone event, as the Cannes Film Festival descends on the Palais des Festivals for one of the most spectacular social events of the year.
Globally recognised as one of the most dazzling events on the Côte d’Azur, the Cannes Film Festival returns for its milestone 80th edition this year, making it a must-visit destination for those planning a yacht charter in the South of France.
Ideal for a star-studded events yacht charter, a visit to Cannes during the 11-day celebration places charter guests at the heart of the action, with access to red-carpet premieres, endless glamour, and an array of exclusive, invitation-only events.
The Cannes Film Festival is one of the most iconic events on the global film calendar, with its coveted Palme d’Or standing as the highest accolade awarded to the best film in the official selection. Often a career-defining moment, past winners include cinematic greats like Pulp Fiction, Parasite, and The Tree of Life.
The competition is fierce, with additional awards including the esteemed Grand Prix, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and top acting honors. Alongside the main lineup, the festival showcases a mix of world premieres and highly anticipated titles across categories such as Competition, Out of Competition, and Special Screenings.
The Un Certain Regard section highlights bold, boundary-pushing works by emerging filmmakers, while midnight screenings and special presentations add further depth to the programme.
Paying homage to cinematic legends, Cannes also presents Honorary Palme d’Or awards to those who have left an outstanding mark on the industry, with previous recipients including George Lucas, Meryl Streep, and Agnès Varda.
Marking the start of the Mediterranean yacht charter season, the Cannes Film Festival stands as one of the year’s premier gatherings, drawing an impressive lineup of motor and sailing yacht charters to the dazzling Bay of Cannes.
Thanks to the marina’s prime location near the heart of the action, a yacht charter in Vieux Port provides front-row views of the city and a coveted setting for hosting exclusive yacht parties alongside an eclectic mix of A-listers.
Located within easy reach of other top charter hotspots like St Tropez and, a bit farther east, Monaco, a luxury yacht charter that includes the Cannes Film Festival offers a calendar full of standout experiences — and endless reasons to return year after year.
With berths for up to 727 yachts, nearly 100 of which cater specifically to superyachts, Vieux Port has long been a magnet for some of the most indulgent motor yacht charters, thanks to its unbeatable location and headline events like the Cannes Yachting Festival and the Cannes Lions.
Among the standout luxury charters that have visited over the years are the 238ft (72.54m) superyacht charter CORAL OCEAN, the sleek 171.9ft (52.35m) motor yacht charter DB9, and the 184.5ft (56.21m) charter yacht THE WELLESLEY — a familiar face in the industry as part of the famed Below Deck yacht lineup.
Opening dates and times for the 2027 Cannes Film Festival are yet to be announced.
Chartering a yacht during the Cannes Film Festival offers more than a front-row seat to one of the world’s most glamorous events — it immerses charter guests in an elevated tier of indulgence. With the shimmering lights of Cannes as a backdrop, this glamorous event holds all the cards for an unforgettable family or corporate yacht charter.
Combining the glitz and red carpets with hidden gems along the Côte d’Azur, West Mediterranean yacht charters in this region provide seamless access to a range of captivating locations and attractions, from the serene beauty of the Abbaye de Lérins on Île Saint-Honorat to the artistic charm of Villefranche and the enticing Cannes Underwater Eco-Museum (Musée sous-marin de Cannes).
If you're interested in booking a French Riviera yacht charter during the forthcoming edition of the Cannes Film Festival, take a look at the Yacht Charter Fleet guide to French Riviera yacht charters and some sample French Riviera yacht charter itineraries, with some ideas on other attractions to see and do in the area.
To add the Cannes Film Festival to your next France yacht charter, contact your preferred yacht charter broker for details on available yacht rentals and more information on yacht charter costs.
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Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, 1 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes, France
