Live music, night markets and beaches
The French Riviera has warmed up nicely and the visitors are flocking to the beaches.
In Saint-Tropez as the summer season reaches its peak you'll find there’s much more to do than relaxing on a sun lounger all day. The events calendar is jam-packed in July.
Here's a sneak peek at some of the events we're particularly looking forward to.
July is the hottest, driest month in Saint-Tropez and is the height of the season. Average temperatures generally sit between a low of 18ºC in the evenings and a high of 27ºC during the day. There is very little chance of rain and the sun shines for roughly 15 hours a day, with sunrise around 06:00 and sunset after 21:00. Sea temperatures have warmed up to an average of 22ºC. You get the picture: it's hot - day and night!
Bastille Day is celebrated across the whole of France with a bang. Well, several bangs in fact, as fireworks always feature heavily. The Bay of Saint-Tropez will put on a spectacular fireworks show in the evening from a barge moored out in the bay, plus entertainments include ceremonies and dancing at the traditional public ball on the Belvedere de la Marine jetty that goes on late into the night.
In nearby Cogolin, the Festival Terre Mer will take place on various dates between the July and August. Free music for all in the port of Marines de Cogolin and various venues in town, with a great atmosphere and plenty of dancing to be done.
As if that wasn't enough excitement, the beach in Cogolin hosts the Reggae Family Festival, a weekend full of live music and parties until well past midnight. Free and open to everyone, this celebration of reggae music usually takes place mid-month.
Taking advantage of those aforementioned balmy evenings, the night markets begin in July, offering the perfect setting for arts, crafts and local produce. Each Wednesday in July and August, you can enjoy the night market of La Faviere in Bormes les Mimosas, filled with stalls and a lively atmosphere.
Every Thursday from around 16:00 to 23:00, the streets of La Croix-Valmer will spring to life with the wonderful La Croix-Valmer night market.
One thing's for sure, you won't have far to go to find a cold glass of rosé to take the heat out of the day, whatever you've been up to. A variety of bars, beach clubs and port side restaurants will happily welcome you with live music, acoustic sets and much more.
The beach club is a quintessential Saint-Tropez experience, and most of them can be found on Pampelonne Beach, from the uber-swanky to the family friendly ones, they range in character and price, so pick one that suits your tastes and budgets.
Although it may seem like July is the month of evening entertainment and music, you shouldn't forget that there are also plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy during the day. Saint-Tropez is a wonderful choice for a holiday in July. Check our events calendar for a full run down and find some accommodation for your stay in our hotels.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsSaint-Tropez is well-known for its annual sailing regattas, including the Rolex Cup and the Voiles de Saint-Tropez. There are also some more traditional festivals that you can attend such as the Bravades. Musical events are mainly focused on classical and jazz music and the very popular Place des Lices market takes place every week.
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