Events in Nice during 2012

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In Nice you may find events to suit all ages and tastes and the most perfect part is that they are easily accessible with your car hire.While visiting Nice for business or pleasure, there is always time for you to immerse yourself in the festivals in Nice, that might take place just nearby.
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January

Luna Park Fun Fair - If you are looking for fun and excitement, visit the Luna Park Fun Fair which holds its annual event in Nice.(www.azurpark.com)

July

Nice Jazz Festival (mid July) - A high class international jazz festival in Nice that is staged at the Arena in Cimiez.(www.nicejazzfestival.fr)
NiceTango Festival (throughout July-August) -A eight day dance event in Nice celebrates this popular Latin dance throughout Nice at various venues.(www.verynicetango.com)
Bastille Day (14th July) - This an important event in Nice commemorating an historic period in France's history. A breathtaking firework presentation is showcased on the promenade of Nice.

February

Mardi Gras Festival (mid February until the 2nd week in March) – A ten day spectacular event in Nice that includes a lively parade, dancers, street theatre and concerts.

August

Festival Classical Music Evenings -On those long Summer evenings enjoy one of the many classical music concerts that take place at the Monastery or the Opera House for this Nice event .

March

Nice International Fair -This annual event in Nice consists of stalls exhibiting house and garden products, motoring items, cuisine goods and much more.(www.nicexpo.org)
Poetry Week in Nice - This Nice festival celebrates the beauty of poetry as events take place at various venues throughout Nice.
The Guard Festival -This is a religious event in Nice that pays tribute to the annunciation of Mary. Festivities commence in the market of Nice on Saturday and continue on Sunday with Mass.

September

Gruss Circus Event - Esplanadede Lattre is the stage for this legendary big top circus event in Nice.(www.cirque-gruss.com)

April

Nice Half Marathon Event (end of April) -This is the annual marathon event in Nice.(www.nicesemimarathon.com)
Nice OpenTennis Tournament - Fans of Tennis are drawn to this annual sporting event in Nice.(www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Tournaments/Nice.)
Easter Egg Hunt in Nice - This is the annual Easter egg hunt event in Nice.

October

Mushroom Exhibition – Parc Floral Phoenix hosts this annual event in Nice that showcases magnificent mushrooms!

May

The Fete of May (every Sunday in May) - The gardens of Cimiez are the setting for this traditional folk festival in Nice. You can take part in the free events and enjoy local food and drink.

November

Halloween in Nice (early November) - This Nice event is celebrated by children as they adorn spooky costumes and masks.
Festival Manca (mid November) - Classical and orchestral performances are showcased at various venues for this annual festival in Nice.(www.cirm-manca.org)

June

Summer Soltice - Traditional folk dancing combined with food and drink are enjoyed at the beach in this Nice festival.
St Peter’s Day (Fete de La Mer) - Each year the fishermen of Nice commemorate this Saint during this festival in Nice.
RollarBlade Day Event - Rollerbladers gather for this two day event in Nice at the promenade of Nice.
Book Fair - The Albert 1 Gardens draw all book lovers to this literary event in Nice.(www.nice-livre.com)

December

Christmas Village - On old fashioned Christamas event in Nice incorporating an ice rink, festive activities and stalls, all staged at Place Massena.
Christmas Dip - An annual traditional event in Nice that witnesses locals swim in the icy waters at Rulh beach!