This thread is so we can post information and comments on Gala and Festival Events that we do not already have a dedicated thread to.

As always, enjoy but please follow the Golden Rule.

Monte-Carlo Wine Festival (from 28 February to 2 March 2009)
Saturday 28th February, Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd March Auditorium Rainier III : Monte-Carlo Wine Festival .

Monte-Carlo Spring Arts Festival (from 3 to 19 April 2009)
Friday 3rd to Sunday 19th April: Monte-Carlo Spring Arts Festival .

Festival of Sacred Music (from 2 to 5 June 2009)
From Tuesday 2nd to Friday 5th June at 8pm Monaco Cathedral: Festival of Sacred Music .

Music Festival (21 June 2009)
Sunday 21st June, throughout the town: Music Festival – events by music groups.

Traditional Event (23 June 2009)
Tuesday 23rd June at 9pm, Monaco Town: Festival of Saint Jean with the participation of folk groups .

Traditional Event (24 June 2009)
Wednesday 24th June at 8.30pm, Monte-Carlo: Festival of Saint Jean with the participation of folk groups .

Sailing (from 16 to 20 September 2009)
From Wednesday 16th to Sunday 20th September, Bay of Monaco : Sailing : Monaco Classic Week organised by the Monaco Yacht Club .

The following festivals are listed on travel sites.

Monaco International Salsa Festival 3/01/2009 - 3/31/2009
Monte Carlo, Monaco

The Monaco International Salsa Festival gathers some of the best salsa dancers for this special event, which features three evening shows and parties, two days of workshops, and one exceptional concert
Themes: Dance
Hours: Various
Cost: Various
Where: Salle du Canton, Centre de Congres et Auditorium de Monaco, Le Kare(ment) Nightclub, Monte Carlo, Monaco

Contact Information:
Salsa Monaco
Yakaxur Live Communication
Salle du Canton
Centre de Congres et Auditorium de Monaco Le Kare(ment) Nightclub, Monaco
Monaco Telephone: +377 9777 5560
Email: info@salsamonaco.com
Website: www.salsamonaco.com
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Imagina 1/01/2009 - 2/28/2009
Monte Carlo, Monaco
First held in 1981, Imagina is the first European festival dedicated to the ever-changing world of computer graphics. Billed as "The European Digital Content Creation Festival", the event attracts the best advertising agencies, the most prestigious schools, top industry professionals and the most gifted independent film-makers who attend to see the latest technology and creations displayed at a series of exhibitions and demonstrations. The Imagina Awards are an important aspect of the show and recognise creative achievements in the field
Themes: Exhibitions , Business , Theatre & Film
Hours: Various. A full programme of events is available from the organiser website prior to the event
Cost: Various
Where: Grimaldi Forum
10 avenue Princesse Grace
Monte Carlo, Monaco

Getting there:
Foot: The Grimaldi Forum is located on the seafront of Monaco's eastern "Larvotto" beach quarter next to the Japanese Garden.


Contact Information:

Imagina
4 boulevard du Jardin Exotique
Monte Carlo
9000
Monaco
Telephone: +377 (0)93 104 060
Email: info@imagina.mc
Website: www.imagina.mc
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Spring Art Festival (Printemps des Arts) 3/01/2009 - 4/30/2009
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Taking place in various venues throughout the principality, the Spring Art Festival presents an exciting programme of classical music, dance and performance. In previous years the event has featured such illustrious groups as the Monte Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Monte Carlo Ballet Company. Other popular events include a street parade and a fun Children's Day with entertainment and special events planned especially for younger visitors. Each year there is also the surprise of the 'Mystery Tour', which introduces festivalgoers to new and interesting experiences such as a giant musical workshop.
Themes: Entertainment , Spectacle , Art & Literature , Dance , Kids' Stuff , Music
Hours: Various. A full programme is available from the festival prior to the event.
Cost: TBC.
Where: Various venues and locations
Various venues and locations.
Monte Carlo, Monaco

Getting there:
Foot: Most venues are easily reached on foot.


Contact Information:

Printemps des Arts de Monte-Carlo
4 rue des Iris
Monte Carlo
98000
Monaco
Telephone: +377 (0)93 255 804.
Email: info@printempsdesarts.com
Website: www.printemps-des-arts.mc
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The Monaco Charity Film Festival 2007 will take place May 14-19 in multiple locations around the delightful principality, including the Casino de Monaco and the Hotel de Paris, providing elegant backgrounds for the hopes of international talents. Directors, actors, writers and the creative talents of those who transform ideas into film from around the world are converging on Monaco for the second annual film festival that has already taken the entertainment industry by storm.