The Marché du Film is pleased to offer many enjoyable places to relax, have lunch and conduct business while in Cannes. From networking events at the Producers Club to workshops & happy hours at The Viewpoint, we are also very excited to welcome you to the Bistrot du Lérins for ocean-view lunches and the Plage des Palmes for prestigious summits on the beach!
Find a brief overview of all our Marché venues below!
Our fully-supervised daycare center in the near vicinity of the market for children (6 months to 12 years old) accompanying festival and market attendees. Brought to you by the Marché du Film and Red Balloon Alliance, Le Ballon Rouge also provides fun activities for the kids, a convenient baby lounge inside the Palais des Festivals.
🕘 Open from 14 to 24 May, from 9:00 – 18:30.
Bistrot du Lerins
A convenient ocean-view restaurant on Festival grounds, reserved exclusively for Marché exhibitors and Platinum Badge holders. Perfectly suited for quick & practical lunches, business meetings, or private gatherings. Enjoy preferential lunch rates and enjoy panoramic views of the Mediterranean harbour!
📍 Riviera, Upper Floor (Palais des Festivals)
📋 Access reserved for Marché exhibitors and Platinum Badge holders.
The dedicated venue to bring together all the major players in the documentary field! Cannes Docs provides an optimal setting for documentary film professionals, conveniently located in the heart of the Marché du Film. Here, participants can engage with a number of specialized sales agents, festival programmers and all kinds of doc experts. Connect with our onsite team and inquire about our Docs-in-Progress, Spotlighted Projects, Producers Delegations, and take part in many diverse activities including Group Consultations, Speed Meetings, Doc Insights, Morning Boosts and more!
📍 Riviera, N°H4 (Palais des Festivals)
📋 Access reserved for Marché badge holders.
Cannes Next Innovation Studio
Experience cutting-edge virtual production and technology, in partnership with industry giants such as IIM, Faber, ROE, Stype and Vona. Get hands-on with next-gen virtual production, LED, and filmmaking tech, while networking with masters of real-time, immersive, and VFX disciplines. Future proof yourself through exclusive masterclasses, a tech-meets-storytelling “Vona” hackathon in support of Ukraine, and a seven-day innovation program covering hot topics, from AI to inclusivity. Live the change, experience the future!
📍 Village International (Pantiero), Pavilion N°21
📋 Access reserved for Marché badge holders.
Conference Venues
Explore 70+ inspiring conferences featuring industry experts & innovators at the top of their game at the Marché du Film conferences! Two of the main conference venues are housed within the Palais des Festivals: the Main Stage (Riviera) and the Palais Stage (Level -1), with other sessions being held at The Viewpoint (Lérins, Upper Floor). Don’t miss out on other exciting panels on the Croisette at our official beachside venue, Plage des Palmes (Goéland Beach), and the brand new Microsoft Beach Café (Majestic Beach).
📍 Palais des Festivals (Riviera + Level -1, Lérins), Plage des Palmes (Goéland Beach), Microsoft Beach Café (Majestic Beach)
📋 Conferences are open to Festival & Marché badge holders on a first-come, first-served basis (until full capacity).
Designed for festival directors, programmers, selection committee members, industry heads and service providers… Festivals Hub is the premier destination for engaging with festival & market professionals, igniting collaborations and forging new partnerships. Dive into stimulating forums & discussions, participate in energetic networking events, and don’t miss our standout highlight — the Festivals Hub Mixer!
📍 Riviera, N°L7 (Palais des Festivals)
📋 Access reserved for Festivals Hub partners (and by invitation) only.
The Lounge
An exclusive space, exclusively reserved for buyers and festival programmers! Spanning a generous space within the Palais des Festivals, this spacious retreat offers the perfect balance of functionality and comfort. Whether you’re seeking a productive workspace, a professional meeting venue, or simply a tranquil spot to unwind between screenings, The Lounge caters to your every need.
📍 Riviera (Palais des Festivals)
📋 Access reserved for certified buyers (with a Priority Badge) and festival programmers (with a Priority Badge).
Microsoft, in partnership with the Marché du Film, is bringing a vibrant hub to explore the innovative world of AI and its boundless potential for the film industry. During the first week in Cannes, immerse yourself in panel discussions, interactive demos, and hands-on experiences to discover the latest advancements in AI and how these tools can enhance your creativity and boost productivity. Network with the very best of film & tech professionals, unwind, and expand your knowledge.
📍 Majestic Beach
Palais des Festivals
The Palais des Festivals is the prestigious host venue of the Marché du Film, accommodating exhibition areas, screening rooms, and the organization offices of both the Festival & Marché. With two expansive levels to explore, participants are welcomed to discover a wealth of booths nestled within the Riviera building (Lérins, Level -1). Here, they can engage with a diverse array of sales companies and film institutions, seizing exclusive business opportunities at every turn.
📍 1 bd Croisette, 06400 Cannes
📋 Access reserved for Festival & Marché badge holders.
The official beachside venue of the Festival de Cannes & Marché du Film! Located just along La Croisette, this exclusive oceanside spot acts as an extension of all of the happenings in the Palais to offer even more exciting events and networking opportunities, including inspiring conferences, key summits, business luncheons, prestigious dinners and celebratory soirées! It also serves as a central rendez-vous point and lounge for exhibitors from both within the Palais and along the Croisette.
📍 Goéland Beach, La Croisette
📋 Access reserved for Plage des Palmes members only. Conferences open to Festival & Marché badge holders on a first-come, first-served basis (until full capacity).
In partnership with FilmHedge, the Producers Club is the official venue exclusively reserved for Producers Network badge holders. Designed to foster productive networking and the exchange of groundbreaking ideas, the Producers Club hosts a divrse series of exclusive events, including daily breakfast meetings, enriching workshops, lively cocktail gatherings and delightful happy hours — all within a collaborative and welcoming environment.
📍 Lérins, Upper Floor (Palais des Festivals)
📋 Access reserved for Producers Network badge holders (and by invitation) only.
Village International (Pantiero)
The Pantiero side of the Village International is set against the city’s charming old port. Attendees can discover an array of pavilions from various exhibitors and film institutions. This bustling area is not only a hotspot for networking and exploration but also home to the new Cannes Innovation Hub, where groundbreaking ideas and cutting-edge technologies converge.
📍 By the docks of the Vieux Port
📋 Access reserved to Festival & Marché badge holders.
Village International (Riviera)
The Riviera side of the Village International is set against the breathtaking seafront of the Croisette and celebrated for its iconic collection of white pavilions, proudly showcasing national & regional film institutions and commissions from across the globe, creating an unparalleled environment for discovering new cross-border opportunities!
📍 Facing the Palais and on La Croisette
📋 Access reserved to Festival & Marché badge holders.
The Viewpoint
The joint venue shared by the Marché du Film programs to host an eclectic range of networking events… Whether you’re seeking to expand your professional network, gain valuable insights, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, The Viewpoint provides the perfect backdrop. Join us for immersive workshops, vibrant happy hours and other social events hosted by our programs Cannes Docs, Cannes Next and Cannes Makers.
📍 Lérins, Upper Floor (Palais des Festivals)
📋 Access reserved for Marché badge holders.