The Unofficial Guide to Cannes Lions 2025: Parties, Activations & Networking Events
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is back from June 16 to 20, 2025, bringing together the world’s most influential professionals in advertising, marketing, media, and creative tech. But beyond the inspiring talks and awards ceremonies, Cannes Lions is all about networking, informal meetups, and unforgettable parties.
Here are some of the confirmed events…
What to Expect
- Inspiring Talks – Each session is designed to expand perspectives, fuel creativity, and energize your projects.
- Awards Ceremonies – Every night, Cannes Lions celebrates the campaigns that shape the history of communication.
- Networking Moments – Cannes brings together the entire global creative industry. Between talks, cocktails, and impromptu yacht parties, every moment is a chance to build real connections.
- Unique Experiences – The festival also lives outside the official program. From private villas and exclusive rooftops to partner beach lounges, you’ll find plenty of ways to connect.
- Continuous Learning – Every meeting, session, or casual chat is an opportunity to grow. You'll leave Cannes with fresh clarity, ideas, and actionable tools.
- The Work – A living archive of the year’s most powerful campaigns, The Work showcases results, insights, and the creative force behind the best in the industry.
Top Networking Events
AdWeek House
📍 10 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
📅 June 16–19, 2025
🆓 Open access / simple registration
Adweek returns to Cannes with its AdWeek House – a central hub for advertising, marketing, and media pros who want to explore the future of creativity. In 2025, Adweek blends legacy with forward-thinking energy via top-tier panels, visionary talks, and meaningful conversations.
Kantar Apartment
📍 13 Rue de Serbes, 5th & 6th floors
📅 June 15–19, 2025
🔐 Invite-only / private access
One of the most exclusive spots during the festival. Entry is by registration only, with intimate sessions focused on brand performance, effectiveness, and cultural insight. The Kantar Apartment is a strategic destination for marketers seeking real, actionable insights.
Dentsu Creative Beach House
📍 45 Bd de la Croisette
📅 June 16–20, 2025
🔐 Invite-only / private access
This year, Dentsu Creative takes center stage at Cannes Lions 2025, with several of their top creatives serving as Jury Presidents in key categories. Their Beach House hosts exclusive talks, private meetups, and curated networking moments.
DEPT Penthouse
📍 3 Rond-Point Duboys d’Angers, 06400 Cannes
📅 June 17–19, 2025
🔐 Invite-only / private access
After last year’s Bamboo Beach success, DEPT® is back with a private penthouse in the heart of Cannes, steps from the Croisette. This chic space will host exclusive strategy sessions, private dinners, and relaxed meetups with the industry’s digital leaders.
Unwind & Connect
FreeWheel Beach Club
📍 Goéland Beach
📅 June 16–19, 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM
🆓 Open access / simple registration
A fan favorite, the FreeWheel Beach Club blends high-level industry discussions with chill beach vibes. Expect expert panels on programmatic, video, and monetization by day, followed by cocktails and casual networking with your feet in the sand.
LBB & Friends Beach
📍 Croisette Beach, 65 Bd de la Croisette
📅 June 16–20, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🆓 Open access / simple registration
The LBB Beach is a warm and laid-back hub where creative agencies, brands, producers, and media people mix. Drop by for content sessions, informal networking, and the 4 PM Happy Hour—a relaxed way to extend the conversation with a drink in hand.
Pinterest Manifestival Beach
📍 Carlton Beach Club, 58 Bd de la Croisette
📅 June 16–19, 2025
🆓 Open access / simple registration
Pinterest’s Manifestival is one of the most creative and unexpected venues at Cannes Lions. In 2025, the theme is “Make It Real” – exploring how Gen Z uses Pinterest to turn ideas into action, from decor and fashion to career and lifestyle inspiration.
Stagwell’s SPORT BEACH
📍 Plage du Festival – 52 Bd de la Croisette
📅 June 16–19, 2025
🔐 Invite-only / private access
Now a Cannes staple, Sport Beach celebrates the intersection of sport, culture, and creativity. Expect global sports icons, visionary brands, and panels on storytelling, sponsorship, and innovation. It’s where the energy of sport meets brand power.
Inspiration & Purpose
The Equality Lounge® – The Female Quotient
📍 Hôtel Martinez – Suite 731
📅 June 16–19, 2025
🆓 Open access / simple registration
The Equality Lounge® is more than just an event—it’s a global movement for inclusion, parity, and equity in creative industries. Expect powerful discussions, inspiring panels, interactive activations, and meaningful connections.
Shots Magazine – FOCUS Cannes Lions 2025
📅 June 2025
🆓 Open access / simple registration
Each year, Shots Magazine releases a special Cannes Lions edition, offering a "rosé-tinted" perspective on the most creative week of the year. For 2025, look forward to exclusive Jury President interviews, campaign predictions, and a deep dive into the week’s visual storytelling and creative energy.