Two major events to discover in April near Antibes: Antibes Art Fair and Biot and the Templars

The month of April is particularly lively on the French Riviera, with several major cultural events taking place.

Among them, two must-see events attract many visitors every year: the Antibes Art Fair, dedicated to modern and contemporary art, and Biot and the Templars, a spectacular medieval festival that transforms the village of Biot into a real 13th-century town.

These two events take place just a few kilometers from Antibes and Juan-les-Pins, offering residents and visitors a great opportunity to enjoy cultural and historical activities in the heart of the region.

Antibes Art Fair: the international meeting point for art lovers

The Antibes Art Fair is one of the most important art fairs in France and a major event for lovers of modern art, contemporary art and design.

Every year, it welcomes more than 20,000 visitors and collectors, who come to discover works presented by around 90 French and international exhibitors.

The 2026 edition will take place from April 11 to 20 on the Esplanade du Pré des Pêcheurs, close to Port Vauban and Old Antibes, in an exceptional setting between the sea and historic heritage.

At the fair, visitors can discover:

• modern and contemporary artworks

• antiques and art objects

• designer furniture and vintage pieces

• sculptures, antique jewelry and artists’ creations

Over the years, this event has become a true spring meeting point for art lovers on the French Riviera.

Biot and the Templars: a spectacular journey into the heart of the Middle Ages

Just a few minutes from Antibes, the village of Biot hosts every year the historic event Biot and the Templars, a large medieval festival that immerses visitors in the world of the 13th century.

The 2026 edition will take place from April 10 to 12 and will celebrate the 10th edition of this event, which has become one of the largest medieval festivals in the region.

For three days, the village turns into a real medieval town with:

• knight battles

• equestrian shows

• torchlight parades

• historical reenactments

• medieval artisans and markets

• entertainment for the whole family

More than 150 hours of shows and over 500 participants are expected to bring the history of the Templars back to life and offer visitors a unique immersive experience.

Every year, this event attracts tens of thousands of visitors who come to discover medieval history and traditions in a festive and spectacular atmosphere.

Two major events just minutes from Antibes

The Antibes Art Fair and Biot and the Templars take place just a few kilometers from each other, allowing visitors to easily enjoy both events during the same weekend.

Between an international art exhibition and a spectacular medieval festival, the month of April offers a great variety of cultural activities around Antibes, Juan-les-Pins, and Biot.

These events also contribute to the tourist appeal of the region and attract every year visitors from across France and abroad.

How to get to events near Antibes?

During major cultural events, traffic and parking can be difficult in city centers.

To make your travel easier to the Antibes Art Fair or Biot and the Templars, it may be more convenient to use a Taxi Antibes or Taxi Juan-les-Pins.

The Official Taxis Antibes Juan-les-Pins provide transportation to events and festivals across the region.

Our drivers can:

• drive you to the Antibes Art Fair at Port Vauban

• drop you off in the village of Biot for the Templars festival

• provide your transfer from Nice Côte d’Azur Airport

Booking a Taxi Antibes is a simple and comfortable way to enjoy these events without worrying about parking.

Need a taxi to get to events around Antibes?

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