Where creativity drives progress

Join the creative marketing communications industry at Cannes Lions. 22–26 June 2026, Cannes, France

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Witness creativity come to life at Cannes Lions – where industry-leading work is awarded, and influential thought-leaders take to the stage.

People from around the world come together at the Festival, so you can build a global community, exchange and celebrate ideas, and drive growth with like-minded people.

Wherever you are in your creative career, Cannes Lions leaves you with unmatched learnings, experiences and connections.

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Find out what to expect across the five-day Festival – from finding the right pass to who’ll be speaking on stage.
The Festival

2026 Programme

Explore what’s on at the Festival so you can plan your must-see talks and make the most out of the week.
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Witness history

Watch the new benchmark for creative excellence be set on stage every evening at the Awards Shows.
The Awards

What to know before you go

Everything you need to know about coming to Cannes Lions, including tips for first timers and families, and what to pack for the week.
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Download the App

Stay ahead of the action with the Cannes Lions App 2026 – your essential companion for the Festival week
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Connect

Creatives, innovators, brands and beyond. See how you can make the most of networking opportunities at the Festival.
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Explore the Classic Pass

Our most popular pass, providing access to the heart of the Festival. It’s everything you need for a deep dive into the world’s leading creativity.

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Meet the 2026 Speakers

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Demis Hassabis

Demis Hassabis, Co-founder and CEO, Google DeepMind

Demis Hassabis

Co-founder and CEO

Google DeepMind

Byron Sharp

Byron Sharp, Professor of Marketing Science and Director, Ehrenberg-Bass Institute

Byron Sharp

Professor of Marketing Science and Director

Ehrenberg-Bass Institute

WATCH FROM ANYWHERE

Can’t make it to Cannes Lions?

The Streaming pass connects you to the Festival’s most inspiring moments, wherever you are.

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Dedicated communities

Curated programmes and experiences for different industries innovating in creative marketing.

LIONS Sport

Carlton Hotel

LIONS Sport

The business of competition. In partnership with SPORT BEACH. A new two-day programme dedicated to the business of competition is happening at Cannes Lions, 24 - 25 June.
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Palais Beach

LIONS Creators

The business of influence. In partnership with Adobe. The dedicated pass, programme and exclusive place for the creator economy at Cannes Lions.
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Carlton Hotel

LIONS B2B

In partnership with LinkedIn. A one-day summit dedicated to the business of B2B taking place 23 June.
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About Cannes Lions

Held annually in the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France, the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is home to the world's most prestigious advertising awards. Celebrating creativity, effectiveness and innovation in the global advertising, marketing and communication industries – it's where creatives and marketers from around the world come together to celebrate history in the making. Cannes Lions is owned by Informa plc.

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