Grimaldi Forum Monaco: record-breaking 2025 and already historic prospects for 2026

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, 2025 represented a major turning point for the Grimaldi Forum Monaco – the Principality’s largest convention, exhibition and cultural center, with the completion of its building extension. The large-scale transformation added 6,000 m² of new exhibition space, complemented by 2,000 m² of outdoor areas, significantly enhancing the venue’s capacity and attractiveness.

The Grimaldi Forum closed also the year with historic financial and operational results.

– €28 million in revenue, up 17% compared with 2024;

– Extension occupancy targets met, with a one-third occupancy rate achieved in its very first year;

– Record attendance figures and nearly 100 events hosted (43 cultural and 64 business events).

The Grimaldi Forum Monaco and its management also team received several major professional distinctions, including Best International Convention Center at the M&IT Awards, as well as managerial awards recognizing its General Manager.

Among the highlights, the summer exhibition “Colours! Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou” ranked among the Top 3 most successful exhibitions ever hosted at the Grimaldi Forum, attracting 76,500 visitors.

On the business events side, several gatherings reached unprecedented attendance levels, led by AMWC, which brought together 17,000 participants over four days, occupying the entire venue, including the extension. Other major events included the Blue Economy & Finance Forum (BEFF), the EAO Congress (European Association of Osseointegration), the Milwaukee Convention, and the Forbes Travel Guide Summit.

“The year 2025 will be remembered as a major turning point for the Grimaldi Forum. The loyalty of our clients, the enhanced attractiveness of the venue and our ability to attract new international events are enabling us to reach a new stage in our development,” told Sylvie Biancheri, General Manager of the Grimaldi Forum Monaco during a presentation to media and partners

CSR commitment 

In 2025, Grimaldi Forum Monaco renewed its ISO 14001 and ISO 20121 certifications, confirming the strength of its environmental and social responsibility commitments. Key initiatives included:

– Nearly 26 tonnes redistributed, including 1.3 tonnes of food donations;

– One « solidarity day » per employee dedicated to supporting Monegasque non-profit projects.

This commitment was recognized by the 2025 Handipact Award from the Government of Monaco for inclusive initiatives implemented during the summer exhibition.

2026: already an exceptional momentum

Buoyed by renewed confidence from its long-standing clients and the arrival of new, mainly European clients, the Grimaldi Forum Monaco is enjoying very strong momentum and has already met its increased commercial targets for 2026. The year’s program will include events that enhance the international appeal of Monaco, such as the Michelin Guide Ceremony, the Conference of Sports Ministers, and La Vuelta, as well as promising second editions like the Forbes Travel Guide Summit.

On the cultural front, a brand-new exhibition will celebrate more than 130 years of automotive history in the Principality : “Monaco and the Automobile, from 1893 to the Present Day”, from 1 July to 6 September.

The live performance program also promises to be rich and diverse, featuring concerts, musicals, ballets, theater productions and one-man shows.

Selected events of 2026

4 April – Printemps des Arts de Monte-Carlo – Turangalîla-Symphonie
28–30 April – Monte-Carlo Ballets– Core Meu
28 April – 1 May – Art Monte-Carlo
6–10 May – Top Marques Monaco
8 May – Jérémy Frérot – Concert
9–10 May –Monte Cristo Legend, Musical
30 May – Nino Arial
12–16 June – Monte-Carlo Television Festival (65th anniversary)
21 June – Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra – Symphonic Film Concert – La La Land (GFM co-production)
1 July – 6 September – Exhibition Monaco and the Automobile, from 1893 to the Present Day
3–4 July – Monte-Carlo Ballets – 40th Anniversary Gala Evening
17–19 July – Monaco Dance Forum – Paris National Opera Ballet – John Neumeier – La Dame aux Camélias (co-production)