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CANNESERIES: A Celebration of Global TV
Experience the Cannes International Series Festival: A global celebration of television's finest, held annually at the Palais des Festivals in April.
CANNESERIES, the Cannes International Series Festival, is an annual event held in April that celebrates television series from around the world. Established in 2018, the festival aims to highlight series from all over the world and become the voice of this modern, popular, and ultra-creative art. It takes place in the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes.
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Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, 1 Bd de la Croisette, Cannes, 06400, FR
Monday
10:30 am-11 pm
Tuesday
8 am-11 pm
Wednesday
8 am-11 pm
Thursday
2 pm-11 pm
Friday
2 pm-11:30 pm
Saturday
2 pm-11:30 pm
Sunday
11 am-11:30 pm
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Getting There
Walking
The Palais des Festivals et des Congrès is centrally located on Boulevard de la Croisette, making it easily accessible on foot from most points in central Cannes. From the Cannes train station, it's a short, approximately 5-minute walk. As you exit the station, walk straight down Rue Jean Jaurès towards the sea. The Palais will be directly in front of you as you reach the Croisette.
Public Transport
Cannes is well-served by the Palm Bus network. Several bus lines stop near the Palais des Festivals. Check the Palm Bus website or app for the most up-to-date schedules and routes. A single ticket costs €1.50. From Nice Airport, you can take the Nice Airport Xpress shuttle bus directly to Cannes. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes.
Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available in Cannes. A short taxi ride from the train station to the Palais des Festivals will typically cost between €10-€15. Be aware that prices may increase during peak season and events.
Driving
If driving, be aware that parking in central Cannes can be challenging, especially during events. The Palais des Festivals has an underground parking garage with 924 spaces. Parking rates vary, but expect to pay around €2.60 per hour. Consider using alternative parking locations and walking to the Palais. Carpooling is encouraged.
Local tips
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Check the official CANNESERIES website for the festival schedule, special events, and ticketing information.
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Arrive early for screenings at the Palais des Festivals to secure a seat, as even with a ticket, access isn't guaranteed.
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Explore events beyond the Palais, as CANNESERIES often hosts screenings and gatherings at other venues like Espace Miramar.
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Take advantage of the free access to screenings and events, making it a budget-friendly way to experience the festival.
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CANNESERIES, or the Cannes International Series Festival, is a relatively new but significant event in the world of television. Founded in 2018, it runs annually for six days in April. The festival's main goal is to promote and showcase TV series from around the globe, acting as a voice for this popular and creative art form. The festival takes place in the renowned Palais des Festivals et des Congrès on the Croisette in Cannes. It occurs alongside MIPTV, the International Content Market for the Future, making Cannes a hub for industry professionals. CANNESERIES is free and open to the public, aiming to make series accessible to everyone. The festival includes screenings, events, and opportunities to meet series creators and stars.CANNESERIES offers a diverse program, including official selections of long-form, short-form, and documentary series, judged by international juries. Awards are presented at the festival's closing ceremony, including the coveted Best Series Prize. Beyond the screenings, CANNESERIES Industry fosters connections between screenwriters, producers, composers, and casting directors.
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