Event Details
Welcome to the Corso Fleuri 2027 in Bormes les Mimosas
Since 1920, the Corso Fleuri has turned the medieval village of Bormes les Mimosas on the Côte d'Azur into a stage of color and scent. Every year toward the end of February, floats covered entirely in fresh flowers wind through the narrow streets, celebrating the end of winter and the blooming mimosa that gives the village its name. The exact date for 2027 had not yet been announced at the time of writing, since the town council traditionally confirms it only during winter.
Highlights and Attractions at the Corso Fleuri in Bormes les Mimosas
- Around fifteen floats entirely covered in fresh flowers, often using several tons of mimosa branches and tens of thousands of other blooms
- A mimosa market in front of the Chapelle Saint François selling perfumes, biscuits and other mimosa themed products
- Creative workshops and face painting for children and families on Saturday
- Marching bands and folk groups accompanying the parade
- A grand flower battle at the end of the parade, where the crowd exchanges bouquets
- Over a century of tradition as one of the oldest flower parades on the Côte d'Azur
Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
The Corso Fleuri traditionally runs over a weekend. Saturday centers on the mimosa market, workshops and a supporting program of music and exhibitions, with free access on that day. Sunday afternoon brings the main event: the parade of flower covered floats through the village, accompanied by marching bands and folk troupes, ending with the flower battle. For 2027, full program details and the exact date will only be published closer to the event.
Tickets and Admission for the Corso Fleuri Bormes les Mimosas
Admission to Sunday's parade is ticketed, while Saturday's market and entertainment usually remain free. For the 2026 edition, presale tickets cost 3 euros, with same day tickets at the entrance priced at 5 euros, and free entry for children under 12. Final 2027 prices will be confirmed by the town council closer to the event, and tickets are traditionally sold only at the entrance gates on site.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Bormes les Mimosas
- Since parking in the village is limited, the town usually runs shuttle buses from nearby car parks
- Late February can still be cool on the Côte d'Azur, so a warm jacket for the evening is a good idea
- Accommodation in Bormes les Mimosas and nearby Le Lavandou should be booked early given the large crowds
- Sturdy shoes are worthwhile for the steep, cobbled streets of the village
