Fete du Citron 2026

Where: Menton, France.

When: Mid-February to early March, 2027 (dates TBC).

Cost: Approx. €16 for standing parades & €30 for seated grandstand tickets.

Fete du Citron is one of the French Riviera’s most distinctive annual celebrations, transforming the town of Menton into a vibrant showcase of spectacular citrus sculptures, artistic displays and colourful costumed parades and carnivals. Held each spring, the annual festival draws visitors from around the world to enjoy elaborate out-of-this-world creations made from lemons and oranges, against a festive Mediterranean backdrop. With a varied program of daytime and evening experiences, Fete du Citron offers a unique and accessible cultural event that cleverly combines boundless creativity and energy, with tradition and Riviera charm.

Villas in Menton

Our Villas in Menton place you close to the heart of the action during Fete du Citron. With easy access to Menton’s famous parade routes, gardens, and seafront spaces, you can enjoy the festival’s spectacular citrus displays, processions, and events with ease, then return to your private villa just moments away.