Events in Nice in May 2027
Nice event dates for May 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to May.
Nice's May 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- May 5 - May 30
Festival de la Photographie de Nice
An annual photography festival showcasing contemporary photographers with exhibitions across galleries and public spaces in Nice.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 10 - May 25
Printemps des Arts de Nice
A spring arts festival featuring classical music concerts, dance performances, and art installations throughout the city.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 21
Fête de la Musique - Early Concerts
Preliminary concerts leading up to the official Fête de la Musique in June, featuring local musicians performing in public squares.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Labour Day · publicMay 1
- Ascension Day · publicMay 6
- Victory Day · publicMay 8
- Whit Monday · publicMay 17
- Long weekend with bridge dayMay 6–May 9
- Long weekendMay 15–May 17
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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