Since its inauguration in 1983, le Palais des Festivals et des Congrès has established itself as France’s leader in hosting international events. Its recipe? A savoir-faire, a lot of expertise and true societal commitments.
Le Palais relies on professionals, whose skills are recognized the world over. The site is also equipped with the latest technical equipment, offering organizers a large panel of possibilities.
Le Palais teams apply humanistic values that stem directly from le Palais’ status as a mission-driven company obtained in 2022 with the ambition “to sustainably welcome the world” because our purpose is “The (he)art of sustainable hospitality”.

Space for every need

Rent a versatile, high-tech space

The immense Croisette flagship offers a great diversity of spaces for rent. auditoriums, conference and meeting rooms, reception venues or exhibition spaces multiply the possibilities. And what’s more, they’re beautiful! Some of them offer an incredible view of the sea or la Croisette.

Discover a selection of our most emblematic spaces.

Ultra-connected spaces…

All these areas are equipped with constantly renewed equipment adapted to technological developments in order to adapt to the most complex demands. Le Palais mobilizes to remain ultra-connected at all times. This is the case, in particular, with the installation of today’s most modern wireless network, wifi 6. A streaming solution for organizers, fond of hydrid events, is available thanks to the Voilà platform and the highly innovative Hi5 Studio set up in the heart of le Palais.

…and fully customizable

There are no limits to creativity. Le Palais can thus be privatized on demand and decked out in the colors of events and companies. These mythical locations remain must-see locations for tournages, such as the film La Cité de la Peur, the hit series Dix pour cent or the music video by DJ The Avener.

And what then of the celebrated ascent of the 24 marches? Every year, the world’s biggest stars walk it during the Cannes Film Festival. It was the scene of an incredible mini-concert by U2. But it’s also the scene of tens of thousands of selfies, because it’s open to the public most of the time. With their recognized expertise, the teams at le Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes are dedicated to ensuring the success of your events.

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Our team is at your service

to prepare your project

Le Palais des Festivals et des Congrès is adaptable to every need, and can be transformed for different events. It offers a multitude of services to ensure the success of your event. All trades are in-house, guaranteeing you a tailor-made service with complete follow-up.

Surround yourself with professionals

at your fingertips

Carpenters, electricians, stage managers, lighting engineers, sound engineers, receptionists, security guards, logisticians, sales staff… A veritable team of specialists is present in le Palais des Festivals et des Congrès. Nearly one hundred professions work to organize shows, conventions, conferences and festivals.

This general internalization of skills, quite unique in its kind, ensures foolproof efficiency for organizers. Cannes’ experience, responsiveness and rigor bring undeniable added value to successful events.

Social commitments

Taking care of participants
and the Earth

Le Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes is more than just a place to welcome delegates and festival-goers! Its teams believe that the role of a company is above all societal. That’s why we take concrete action to improve the well-being of all, develop solidarity and reduce our environmental footprint as much as possible. We support and finance, for example, the Fondation Cannes and the Fonds de Dotation Cannes as a founding board member.

Le Palais also promotes ever greener trade shows by raising organizers’ awareness. How? By proposing concrete solutions that aren’t just empty intentions or window-dressing!”

Internally, the immense building has been getting in step with the times for years. It consumes 100% guaranteed green electricity, derived from hydropower, and its teams relentlessly track down energy wastage. Numerous projects are being developed to further improve the environmental impact of events.

The Hybrid City Alliance

Focus on expertise

Cannes and its Palais are joining the Hybrid City Alliance or Alliance des Villes Hybrides. Created in 2020, this alliance of renowned business destinations is proposing a new multiplex offering to international event organizers in response to post-pandemic challenges.
Through this strategic partnership, Cannes consolidates its position asthe leader in B2B trade shows in France.
Le Palais holds the most demanding certifications and is constantly improving its expertise.

Expanding outside the walls

Le Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes can expand, outside its usual walls. Organizers have the option of setting down their suitcases on the Esplanade Pantiero (where TF1’s Ninja Warrior: le Parcours des héros is taped), in the versatile Gare Maritime or on the side of the traditional quartier du Suquet to name but a few examples.

Le Palais teams will be happy to help you find the ideas that make the difference and trademark of the Cannes international village.

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