The Principality of Monaco is set to welcome back the 17th edition of the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival, promising a northern summer filled with world-class entertainment and cultural experiences. 

From 6th July to 16th August 2024, the iconic Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer venues, the Opéra Garnier Monte-Carlo and the Salle des Étoiles with its open-air roof, will come alive with a dazzling lineup of performances, showcasing the best of music, dance, and theatrical arts from around the globe. 

Discover some of the 2024 highlights:  

• 9 July: Sam Smith, the famous British singer-songwriter, will perform for the first time at Salle des Étoiles, to sing his greatest hits along with excerpts from his latest successful album, The Thrill Of It All. 
• 16 July: Diana Krall, the globally recognized jazz icon, continues to dazzle the music world with her unmatched talent. 
• 19 July: Jamiroquai, the Grammy Award winning singer will give an incredible concert for the first time at the Monaco Red Cross Gala, presided by H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco.  
• 25 July: After a triumphant tour in the United States for the release of their latest album, the legendary pop-rock group Duran Duran will perform in Monaco. 
• 29 July: South African comedian and former host of The Daily Show, one of America's leading comedy shows, Trevor Noah returns to Monaco as part of his Off The Record Tour. 
• 15 & 16 August: Lenny Kravitz, the timeless rock'n'roll icon, returns with his 12th studio album, Blue Electric Light. Fans will have the chance to see him on stage in Monaco for two concerts. 

“We are delighted to welcome Australian and New Zealander visitors back to Monaco for another unforgettable summer of culture and entertainment. The Monte-Carlo Summer Festival has long been a highlight of the Principality's cultural calendar, and this year's edition promises to be one of our most exciting yet." Says Claire Neil, Visit Monaco's Regional Manager for Australia and New Zealand.  

Whether you're a music lover, a dance enthusiast, or a connoisseur of the arts, the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival promises a summer to remember, filled with magic, passion, and cultural discovery. 

For more information and to buy tickets: LINK 

View full press release: LINK 

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Monaco Tourism and Convention Authority: www.visitmonaco.com  

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Contacts:  

Claire Neil, Regional Manager Australia & New Zealand 
Monaco Government Tourist Bureau 
claire@tourismgarden.com.au 
+61 (0)2- 8206-9311 

Alison Roberts-Brown, Regional Director, Australia & New Zealand 
Monaco Government Tourist Bureau 
alison@tourismgarden.com.au 
+61 (0)2- 8206-9311 
+61 (0)401 250 165