Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity

Dates

2026
Monday
Feb
16
- 02
Mar
Confirmed
Various, London
2026
Tuesday
Feb
17
Confirmed
Various, London
2026
Thursday
Feb
19
- 23
Feb

Overview

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity returns to the French Riviera as the world’s leading celebration of creative communications, advertising, and marketing. For over 70 years, Cannes Lions has been where agencies, brands, media companies, and tech leaders gather to honor groundbreaking campaigns and chart the future of creativity in business.

HIGHLIGHTS

🌟 The Lions Awards – From Film and Print to Digital, Health, and Titanium, the awards set the global benchmark for creative excellence across industries.

🎨 Creative Trends & Innovation – Expect insights into how AI, social platforms, and immersive storytelling are reshaping the creative landscape.

📈 Brand & Agency Leadership – CEOs, CMOs, and creative directors share strategies for building relevance, loyalty, and impact through creativity.

🌍 Purpose & Responsibility – Sustainability, inclusivity, and social impact remain at the heart of many campaigns, reflecting creativity’s role in shaping culture and driving change.

🤝 Networking on the Riviera – From keynote stages to beachfront lounges and yacht parties, Cannes Lions blends business with inspiration in a uniquely glamorous setting.

INSIGHTS

Event General Timing
Consistently held over five days in the third week of June. Starts on a Monday. (Same Day of Week)
Consistently held at the Palais des Festivals.
Award submissions open January and close in March (Friday).
Delegate passes usually available 4-5 months prior (mid-week).
Trade/Awards show; no official Preview Day.
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity returns to the French Riviera as the world’s leading celebration of creative communications, advertising, and marketing. For over 70 years, Cannes Lions has been where agencies, brands, media companies, and tech leaders gather to honor groundbreaking campaigns and chart the future of creativity in business.
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