To kick off 2026 in a festive and cultural way, Montpellier and its surroundings offer a series of captivating activities. A variety of adventures await you, from the first swim of the year in Grau-du-Roi to a unique art exhibition at Carré Saint-Anne. Music lovers can groove to the sounds of the Candlelight concerts, while night owls will revel in the infectious rhythms of the Forged Frequencies party at Mélomane Club. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore, enjoy, and revel in the events offered this weekend!
A warming dip for the new year
Sunday, January 4th, promises a revitalizing adventure with the first swim of the year in Grau-du-Roi. From 10 am to 6 pm, join the hundreds of brave participants at Place Léon Constantin, on the Rive Gauche beach, just 45 minutes from Montpellier. This event, which attracts more and more participants each year, will allow you to start the year with energy and good cheer. For just €1, with a contribution to the French National Sea Rescue Society, dive into the cool but refreshing waters of the Mediterranean and share this convivial moment with the many expected swimmers.
Last weekend for JR’s “Adventice” If you are passionate about art, don’t miss the “Adventice” exhibition by JR, located at Carré Saint-Anne in Montpellier, on Saturday, January 3rd and Sunday, January 4th, from 10 am to 1 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm. This unique installation by the renowned photographer offers an evolving artistic experience, where each visit is different. This weekend represents the last chance to discover or rediscover the exhibition before it disappears from the walls of this newly renovated cultural space. Admission is free, so let yourself be transported by JR’s incredible art-visual fusion. Candlelight Rock Fancy a magical musical experienceThe Candlelight concert, scheduled for Saturday, January 3rd, from 7 pm to 8 pm at the Amphitheater of the Montpellier School of Medicine, promises an extraordinary auditory journey. You will be hypnotized by the gentle interplay of strings, soothed by the light of thousands of candles. This unique concert will allow you to rediscover rock classics such as
Nothing Else Matters
, Smoke on the Water , and Bohemian Rhapsody. Tickets are available for the remaining seats, so don’t wait to immerse yourself in this captivating atmosphere. Electro reigns supreme at the Mélomane Club For fans of electronic rhythms, the Forged Frequenciesparty at the Mélomane Club is not to be missed. This Saturday, January 3rd, from 11 pm until 6 am, embark on a musical journey as intense as it is varied. With artists such as Athenalys vs Ratus, Alternatives Protocol, and many more, prepare for a total immersion in styles ranging from hard techno to raw and hardcore. Tickets are now on sale for this unforgettable night that will put your senses to the test.
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