MIPCOM Yacht Charter

Attracting close to 11,000 delegates and 3,500 buyers each year, MIPCOM provides an ideal platform for the global entertainment content industry to transform four days of meetings, screenings, and conferences into deals, from blockbuster programming to groundbreaking partnerships.

• Location: Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, Cannes, France
• Event type: International entertainment content market
• Duration: Four days
• Attendance: Around 10,000-11,000 international delegates
• Audience: Television executives, producers, distributors, buyers, streaming platforms and media professionals
• Known for: Global content launches, screenings, licensing deals, keynote speakers and networking
• Ideal for: Corporate yacht charters, executive hospitality and client entertainment

Unlike traditional trade exhibitions, MIPCOM focuses on the business of television and entertainment content. Throughout four intensive days, delegates attend meetings, negotiate international licensing agreements, preview upcoming productions, and explore emerging trends shaping the global media landscape.

Each edition attracts senior executives from broadcasters, production companies, streaming services, technology providers, and content distributors representing more than one hundred countries, making it one of the industry's most influential annual gatherings.

Visitors can expect:

• International keynote presentations from major entertainment leaders
• Exclusive screenings and world premieres
• Business meetings and content licensing negotiations
• Insight sessions covering streaming, AI, advertising, and audience trends
• Extensive networking events both inside the Palais and throughout Cannes

As business continues long after the exhibition halls close, many meetings naturally extend onto waterfront terraces, private venues, and luxury charter yachts berthed in Vieux Port.

MIPCOM is annually hosted within the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès on the western end of Boulevard de la Croisette, directly opposite Cannes' historic Vieux Port marina.

The compact waterfront setting allows delegates to transition easily between conference sessions, exhibition areas, business meetings, restaurants, hotels, and corporate hospitality yachts without lengthy transfers.

Key areas include:

• Exhibition Hall – International studios, distributors, broadcasters and technology companies
• Grand Auditorium Louis Lumière – Major keynote presentations and headline conference sessions
• Conference & Seminar Rooms – Industry discussions, workshops and specialist panels
• Screening Rooms – Exclusive premieres and private content presentations
• Networking Lounges – Informal meeting spaces for delegates and exhibitors
• Vieux Port – Superyachts and Cannes yacht charters operating as premium hospitality venues just steps from the Palais

The close integration between the marina and exhibition venue makes yacht-based entertaining a natural extension of the MIPCOM experience.

Only a short walk from a number of superyacht berths in the stunning Vieux Port, MIPCOM is a perfect match for a luxury events yacht charter, or in combination with an existing French Riviera yacht charter.

Private yacht rentals offer a bespoke environment to host prospective clients on board for business meetings during the day, and then double as an indulgent venue to throw a glittering party by night to impress industry peers and raise your profile.

As a pivotal event in the media industry, MIPCOM Cannes provides a host of exclusive experiences and seminars to inform, educate, and excite the industry with new upcoming projects, private screenings, and premium merchandise.

A brand new addition introduced for MIPCOM 2024, the MIP Innovation Lab is situated in the heart of the Palais des Festival adjacent to the Tech Demo zone.

Designed as an exclusive conference area, this new attraction hosts a private lounge area and bar, along with its own dedicated program of talks. Some of the first sessions hosted in the Innovation Lab includes topics surrounding AI and streaming.

Leaders of the media industry take to the stage in the Louis Lumière Grand Auditorium with some of MIPCOMs main keynote features. 

Seating 2,309 visitors, the auditorium was named after the cinematic pioneer Louis Lumière and regularly hosts highlight features of the MIPCOM event.

Home to a comprehensive listing of private screenings and premieres, the Producers' Hub hosts another selection of talks and seminars around global partnerships and moving forward in the industry, as well as providing a unique environment for networking with executives and industry professionals.

Few charter destinations combine business infrastructure and luxury hospitality as effectively as Cannes.

The Palais des Festivals sits directly beside one of the Mediterranean's best-known marinas, allowing delegates to conduct business within walking distance of luxury accommodation, fine dining, and yacht hospitality.

Key advantages include:

• Immediate access between Vieux Port and the Palais des Festivals
• Well-established corporate hospitality culture
• Luxury hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants nearby
• Excellent transport links via Nice Côte d'Azur Airport
• Easy access to wider French Riviera cruising itineraries before or after the event

This combination makes Cannes one of Europe's leading destinations for executive yacht charters during international business events.

Positioned along one of the prime hotspots of yacht charters in the West Mediterranean, Cannes offers an elegant blend of business, culture, and leisure that complements the program of MIPCOM.

For yacht charter guests arriving ahead of the event or extending their stay afterward, the surrounding area provides a refined setting for client entertainment and downtime between meetings.

• La Croisette – Cannes' iconic waterfront boulevard lined with luxury boutiques, hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs.
• Le Suquet – The city's historic old quarter offering panoramic views, narrow cobbled streets, and traditional Provençal restaurants.
• Marché Forville – A vibrant market showcasing regional produce, fresh seafood, cheeses, and local delicacies.
• Îles de Lérins – Just offshore, these tranquil islands provide a peaceful escape between business engagements with secluded anchorages, the picturesque Lerins Abbey, and scenic walking trails.

• La Palme d'Or – Located within the iconic Hôtel Martinez, this Michelin-starred restaurant is one of Cannes' premier dining destinations, renowned for refined French cuisine and an elegant setting that's ideal for hosting clients or celebrating successful deals.
• Table 22 by Noël Mantel – Nestled in the historic streets of Le Suquet, this Michelin-starred restaurant showcases contemporary Mediterranean cuisine using seasonal Provençal ingredients, offering a more intimate setting for business lunches and private dinners.
• La Môme – One of Cannes' most sought-after upscale restaurants, La Môme combines sophisticated Mediterranean dining with a lively Riviera atmosphere, making it a favorite for media executives and entertainment professionals throughout MIPCOM.

Hosting MIPCOM from the comfort of a luxury superyacht charter combines productive business with the elegance of the French Riviera. Throughout the event, yachts become floating boardrooms, private hospitality venues, and exclusive entertaining spaces just moments from the Palais des Festivals.

Beyond the conference programme, a Cannes yacht charter provides immediate access to destinations such as Antibes, Cap d'Antibes, Monaco, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, and St Tropez, allowing delegates to extend their visit into a memorable South of France itinerary.

Why do companies charter yachts during MIPCOM?

Yachts provide an exclusive and highly flexible venue for client meetings, networking receptions, presentations, and private hospitality throughout the event. Their location within Vieux Port allows delegates to move easily between the Palais des Festivals and onboard events while offering greater privacy than traditional venues.

Is MIPCOM open to the public?

No. MIPCOM is a professional trade event designed for accredited media, entertainment, broadcasting, production, and technology professionals. Registration is required, with passes available for different categories of industry attendees.

Can a yacht be used as a meeting venue during MIPCOM?

Yes. Many attending companies charter yachts specifically for business hospitality. Depending on the charter yacht's layout, they can comfortably host executive meetings, product presentations, networking receptions, interviews, and evening events throughout the four-day market.

When should I arrange a yacht charter for MIPCOM?

Demand for premium berths and corporate charter yachts is high during Cannes' autumn event season. Booking several months in advance provides the widest choice of yachts and increases the likelihood of securing a berth close to the Palais des Festivals.

Combining MIPCOM with a Cannes yacht charter creates an exceptional setting for executive hospitality, client entertainment, and business networking in one of the Mediterranean's most prestigious waterfront destinations.

To find out more about chartering the region while attending MIPCOM, read the YachtCharterFleet guide to Cannes yacht charters and get in touch with your preferred yacht charter broker for the latest availability.

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