Event Details
Welcome to Les Étoiles de Mougins 2026 in the Hilltop Village of Mougins
In the picturesque old town of Mougins, perched above Cannes, the narrow streets and squares turn into an open air stage for culinary arts every September. Les Étoiles de Mougins is the largest gastronomy festival on the French Riviera, bringing international star chefs to the village where Pablo Picasso once lived, an annual tradition since 2006.
Highlights and Attractions at Les Étoiles de Mougins
- More than a hundred chefs from France and abroad, including several Michelin starred names
- Live cooking shows and demonstrations right in the historic streets of the village
- Cooking classes followed by a tasting alongside renowned chefs
- The Jeune Chef Roger Vergé competition and the Jeune Pâtissier competition for young talent
- A market area with local producers, winemakers and chocolate makers
- A dedicated area for children with age appropriate cooking workshops
Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Mougins
The festival traditionally takes place over one weekend in September, running Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 7 pm. Access to the village and most stands and cooking shows is free. Exact dates for 2026 have not yet been officially confirmed, as the festival now runs every two years and the 16th edition is expected sometime in September.
Tickets and Admission for Les Étoiles de Mougins 2026
Entry to the festival grounds is free. Only certain cooking classes with tasting are ticketed, historically priced between roughly 7 and 50 euros depending on the format, along with a few paid children's workshops. Exact 2026 prices and online booking will be published on the official website shortly before the event.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Mougins
- By car, Mougins is reached via the A8 motorway at exit 42, with free shuttle buses connecting outlying parking areas to the village center
- Regular bus lines run directly to Mougins from Cannes and Grasse
- Since the narrow village center gets busy on festival days, arriving early in the morning is a good idea
- Accommodation in Cannes, Grasse or Mougins itself should be booked well in advance given the high demand
