A guide to Saint-Tropez’s luxury summer events and where to stay | News
From prestigious sailing regattas and international polo tournaments to exclusive galas and cultural festivals, summer in Saint-Tropez offers a busy calendar of high-profile events.
As travelers begin planning their summer vacations to the French Riviera, this guide highlights the key dates that define the season, along with recommendations on where to stay for easy access to the region’s most sought-after experiences.
JUNE
Longines Global Champions Tour through Ramatuelle (June 11-13)
The Longines Global Champions Tour returns to Ramatuelle every summer, bringing top-level show jumping to the outskirts of Saint-Tropez, just a stone’s throw from Pampelonne beach, where the competition takes place in a coastal setting overlooking the Riviera.
Loro Piana Giraglia (June 12-20)
One of the Mediterranean’s most established sailing regattas, Loro Piana Giraglia sees the port of Saint-Tropez and surrounding waters filled with classic and modern yachts for several days of offshore racing along the Gulf of St. Tropez.
JULY
PAD Saint-Tropez (2-5 July)
PAD Saint-Tropez takes place in the heart of the village, where leading galleries, collectors, designers and cultural figures present contemporary art and design in intimate exhibition spaces.
Bastille Day (July 14)
Saint-Tropez comes alive on Bastille Day, known in France as la Fête Nationale. It is the biggest national holiday of the year, deeply rooted in French culture and is widely celebrated with parties along the harbor and coastline, fireworks over the bay and evening gatherings along the harbour.
Monaco Red Cross Gala (July 18)
The Monaco Red Cross Gala takes place in the heart of the Principality and is attended by royalty, business leaders and cultural figures for a black-tie evening of fundraising and performances.
AUGUST
Les Nuits du Château de la Mouette (1–11 August)
Les Nuits du Château de la Mouette, a long-running summer concert series in Saint-Tropez, organizes open-air performances in a historic setting during warm August evenings.
SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER
Monaco Yacht Show (23-26 September)
The Monaco Yacht Show, the world’s most prestigious superyacht exhibition, transforms the harbor into a showcase of superyachts, with new launches, private viewings and brokerage activities unfolding across the water as Monaco becomes a focal point for the international yachting world.
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez (September 26 – October 4)
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, a renowned classic regatta that marks the end of the Mediterranean sailing season, sees around 300 yachts fill the harbour, from historic sailboats to contemporary racers, creating one of the most striking maritime spectacles of the year.
From world-famous regattas and polo tournaments to exclusive summer celebrations, Saint-Tropez remains one of the most sought-after summer destinations on the Riviera, although many visitors choose to experience it from the privacy of a fully serviced villa, combining access to the action with space and seclusion.
For those looking for seclusion and space in Saint-Tropez, Luxury villas offers a hand-picked portfolio of exclusive villas, including waterfront properties with bay views, secluded hillside estates and contemporary homes within easy reach of the village and coastline.
Fran Castle, founder of Villas in Luxury, says:
“There is a unique energy in Saint-Tropez in summer. From the sailing events to the social calendar, life centers around the port, creating an atmosphere that draws visitors back year after year.
Whether visitors come for Les Voiles, a summer gala or simply for the atmosphere of the season, where they stay often influences how they experience Saint-Tropez. The best accommodations allow guests to enjoy the energy and character of the French Riviera, while still having privacy and space away from the hustle and bustle.”
For more information about Villas in Luxury, please visit www.villasinluxury.com or contact us [email protected].
