We’re all happy that spring is here after a cold rainy winter. It’s not beach weather yet (except for a very few hardy souls) but April promises to be a great month for enjoying the region’s parks, gardens and trails.

See more about when to visit the French Riviera

Easter falls on April 20. It’s a good day to explore the interior of churches that are usually closed. Remember that Easter Monday is a national holiday in France. All transport will be on a Sunday/holiday schedule.

Here is my selection of the best events this month:

NICE

Guided Tour: “From Market to Table”

Centre du Patrimoine, 14 Rue Jules Gilly April 3 & 17 10:00am

Discover the rich flavors of Niçoise cuisine in this immersive guided tour in French. Starting with an exploration of fresh produce at the Cours Saleya market, participants will enjoy a tasting of local specialties on the terraces of Ponchettes. Organized by Le Centre du Patrimoine in collaboration with the Metropolitan Tourist Office of Nice Côte d’Azur, this tour offers an authentic glimpse into the region’s culinary heritage. The price is €20. Reserve in advance here: boutique.explorenicecotedazur.com/visite-guidee-du-panier-a-la-table.html

Chamber Music at the Chagall Museum

Marc Chagall National Museum April 7, 7:00 PM

Experience an enchanting evening of chamber music in the mysterious ambiance of the Chagall Museum at night. This concert, featuring a rich repertoire from the 17th century to today, highlights contemporary music while showcasing works by Couperin, Leonardo, Castello, Marck, Bider, Bach, and Corelli. Tickets for the one-hour concert are €12 Reserve here: opera-nice.notre-billetterie.org/billets?spec=778

Lenny Kravitz Concert

Palais Nikaia April 4, 8pm

This legendary rock star needs no introduction. His Blue Electric Light Tour 2025 has garnered raves across Europe. Tickets start at €57.50. Reserve here gdp.fr/fr/catalogue/lenny-kravitz-nice-2025-04-04

Monte Carlo Philharmonic Concert

Anglican Church, 11 rue de la Buffa April 6 5pm

Can’t make it to Monaco? The first-rate Monte Carlo Philharmonic is sending a quartet to Nice to perform works by Vivadi, Purcell, Satie and Purcell. Tickets are €25. Reserve here:eventbrite.fr/e/in-love-with-music-tickets-1273125806559?aff=oddtdtcreator

BIOT

Biot and the Templars

April 4 to 6

The 9th edition of Biot and the Templars will transport visitors back to the 13th century with an immersive medieval experience. The event features over 150 hours of performances, 500 participants, and representation from 16 European countries. Highlights include torchlight processions, Europe’s largest mapping projection (27,000 m²) displayed across the village, thrilling horse shows, grand knightly battles with warriors from across Europe, medieval-themed activities for children such as archery and castle assaults, and a recreation of 13th-century artisan life. Don’t drive! Take the train to Biot and then catch the shuttle bus up to the village. More info: biotetlestempliers.fr/

Mouan-Sartoux

Honey Festival

Mouans-Sartoux April 27

The 31st Honey Festival of Mouans-Sartoux is a must-attend event for beekeepers in Provence. This family-friendly celebration features engaging activities, culinary workshops, honey extraction demonstrations, tastings, and more.

MONACO

Monte Carlo Rolex Masters

Monte Carlo Country Club April 5-13

This Masters 1000 event kicks off the European clay court season. Established stars such as Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Caspar Ruud and Alexander Zverev will play as well as rising stars such as Jacub Mensik. Although officially sold out, resale tickets are available on the website montecarlotennismasters.com/ Check often. Driving is a nightmare but the train from Nice goes as far as the Monte Carlo Country Club for the duration of the tournament.

Printemps des Arts

Monaco’s classical concert series continues until April 27 in venues throughout Monaco. The series closes with a concert by legendary  Russian pianist Grigory Sokolov at 6pm in the Auditorium Ranier III. Information and reservations here: opmc.mc/saison-24-25/

Monte Carlo Ballet

Grimaldi Forum April 23-27

Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo will mark the arrival of spring with a programme celebrating the themes of renewal. The evening will open with George Balanchine’s “The Four Temperaments”, one of his first experimental works, blending classical motifs with a spartan, angular style. In Wartime Elegy, Alexei Ratmansky introduces us to the Ukrainian people through a work that evokes the war and devastation that the country is currently experiencing. Marco Goecke will explore Schönberg’s Transfigured Night, a masterpiece with romantic accents that the great Viennese innovator dedicated to his fiancée just before their wedding. Information and reservations here: balletsdemontecarlo.com/fr/saison-2024-2025/balanchine-ratmansky-goecke