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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MONACO ’ S SPRING-SUMMER EVENTS CALENDAR
Despite being less than a square mile in size , Monaco provides an abundance of opportunities for unforgettable , once-in-a-lifetime experiences , a place like nowhere else .
With a spring-summer events calendar brimming with thrilling motor races , prestigious art exhibitions , world-class music festivals , and industry-leading boat shows , Monaco is the perfect destination for those seeking unforgettable moments .
In June , visitors can enjoy the annual Monte-Carlo Television Festival , a renowned event that celebrates television content from around the world . The 62nd Monte- Carlo Television Festival will take place at the Grimaldi Forum from 16 to 20 June 2023 and will include red-carpet events , screenings , and discussions with industry experts .
From 3 to 8 July 2023 , Monegasque waters will host the 10th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge . A motor boating event unique in the world showcasing the latest innovations in sustainable energy for watercraft . As the Yacht Club de Monaco ’ s largest gathering for alternative energy sources , the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge is where industry professionals and aspiring students come together from across the globe to compete in a thrilling week-long racing program .
Also in July , visitors can enjoy Artmontecarlo , an art exhibition that brings together contemporary and modern art in a stunning setting . The exhibition will take place exclusively on July 8 and 9 . The event hosts a prestigious selection of international galleries presented alongside a special exhibition at The Grimaldi Forum Monaco entitled “ Monet en pleine lumière ” (“ Monet in Full Light ”), devoted to the impressionist painter Claude Monet from July 8 to September 3 .
Experience exclusive concerts at the Prince ’ s Palace of Monaco during the summer . The Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra presents a unique series of performances in the grand Cour d ’ Honneur . Marking the centenary of Prince Rainier III ’ s birth , the 2023 edition features six concerts from July to August in a harmonious blend of timeless classics and innovative compositions .
A summer of music awaits at the iconic Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2023 .
THE ART OF LUXURY Issue 59 2023