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 One-Stop Culture |
31, rue Louis de Coppet Nice 06000 France +33 4 93 86 28 75 http://www.espacemagnan.com/ |
Ever since its creation in 1901, Espace Magnan has given the city of Nice and its citizens a veritable smörgåsbord of cultural offerings. Events range from concerts, dance performances, film screenings, art lessons, judo classes, and more. Look on the website for a complete listing of upcoming events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 When Life Gives You Lemons... |
8 Avenue Boyer (Office du Tourisme) Nice, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6500 France +33 (0)4 9241 7695 http://www.feteducitron.com/ |
Sleepy Menton is the sunniest town in the whole of France and grows the most lemons in the entire nation. The fruit is celebrated with a yearly festival every February. Many of the events are free, including a firework display and a carnival through Menton's streets. Entrance to some events, such as the orchid display are from EUR9. You can reserve tickets from the festival's website or by telephone. Menton is the last stop on the pretty Cote d'Azur line before the Italian border, about 30 minutes from Nice. See the website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local Cultural Center |
10 boulevard Comte de Falicon Nice 06100 France +33 4 93 84 24 37 http://www.nicenord.com/forum2... |
Forum Nice Nord is a cultural center located in North Nice. It organizes special events, many for the general community, some directed at children and adolescents. Programs include jazz concerts, judo lessons, and silk painting classes. Look on the website for a current schedule. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Midsummer festivities |
Petit Port de Carras Bld. Industriel Nice 6000 France |
As night finally begins to fall on the longest day of the year, Nice's torchlight procession begins. Wood fires are lit on the beach, according to the St. John's day tradition, creating an altogether magical scene. Various activities are on offer: folk dances, kids' shows, and food stalls of local specialties to celebrate the summer solstice. With full support from the city, the business and artisan sectors of the Californie district invested in the organisation of this annual festival evening, creating free attractions for all. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Folklore and fun |
Place du Monastère de Cimiez (Jardins des Arènes de Cimiez) Nice 6000 France |
Originally created to celebrate the rebirth of nature and honour the earth goddess, this pagan festival, like many others, has gradually become a popular event. Events take place on May 1st, and on every Sunday and public holiday in May, in the Jardins et Arts de Cimiez. Folklore groups bring out their costumes and strike up their songs, and Nice's culinary specialities are there for the sampling. The traditional bal musette?a popular dance accompanied by the accordion is one of the crowd favourites. Games and archery are organized for the kids. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Film For a Good Cause |
98000 Monaco Place Du Casino Nice France http://www.monacofilmfestival.... |
The Monaco Charity Film Festival not only provides aspiring filmmakers with a platform on which to present their projects, but also provides aid to poverty-stricken youth by donating its proceeds to affiliated charities. Its dual purpose is to expose people to new developments in cinema and promote awareness about the problems facing the world. The festival takes place at the Hotel De Paris. There are film screenings, cocktail parties, a gala dinner, film workshops, and musical performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 City wide photographic exhibition |
27 Boulevard Dubouchage Nice 6000 France +33 4 9204 9970 |
The end of summer heralds the welcome return of this annual photographic festival, which takes on a different theme each year. Work by photographers from all walks of life are featured in exhibitions organized by local galleries and the Theatre de la Photographie. Previous themes have included Russia and Sweden. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Modern Version |
3 avenue des Castelans Nice, Monaco 98000 France +377 92 05 40 19 http://www.asm-fc.com/stade.aspx |
Originally this stadium was built in 1939 to be the home of the AS Monaco. Today the football club is still there, but the face has changed. It was completely rebuilt in the 1980's on reclaimed land and has come back to be better than ever. Review © 2007, Wcities |