MIPCOM 2028

As a key meeting point for the media industry, MIPCOM provides a setting for professionals to discuss programming acquisitions, international distribution, co-production, and emerging entertainment formats. Its business programme also creates opportunities for networking and corporate hospitality, with Cannes' waterfront providing an alternative setting for meetings and client entertainment.

For delegates planning their visit around the 2028 edition, a South of France yacht charter can offer additional space for business meetings, private receptions, and entertaining clients close to the main event venue.

• Location: Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, Cannes, France
• Dates: TBC
• Event type: International audiovisual content market
• Audience: Broadcasters, streaming services, production companies, distributors, content buyers, media executives, and technology providers
• Yacht focus: Corporate hospitality, client entertainment, business meetings, and executive accommodation
• Known for: International content deals, programming acquisitions, industry conferences, screenings, and networking

MIPCOM provides an international marketplace for companies working across television, film, streaming, and digital entertainment. The event brings together the businesses responsible for developing, financing, acquiring, and distributing audiovisual content, giving delegates opportunities to negotiate agreements and explore projects intended for audiences worldwide.

In previous editions, the program has traditionally combined exhibition areas, business meetings, conference sessions, and content presentations. Broadcasters and streaming platforms can connect with production companies and distributors, while producers can explore financing arrangements, international partnerships, and potential routes to market.

MIPCOM is preceded by MIPJunior, a specialist marketplace focused on children's and youth programming. The two events form part of Cannes' autumn content industry calendar, with MIPJunior providing a dedicated setting for professionals working in children's entertainment before the wider MIPCOM market.

Located beside Cannes' Vieux Port, the Palais des Festivals places MIPCOM delegates within easy reach of Vieux Port and its fleet of visiting superyachts. For companies seeking a private venue during the event, a MIPCOM yacht charter can provide a base for corporate hospitality, client meetings, and informal networking.

A charter yacht offers a different environment from a hotel meeting room or restaurant, with dedicated indoor and outdoor spaces that can be arranged around a company's requirements.

MIPCOM is annually hosted in the Palais des Festivals, situated on Boulevard de la Croisette beside Cannes' waterfront. Also known as the home of the Cannes Film Festival in spring, the venue accommodates the event's exhibition areas, conference sessions, and business activities, while nearby hotels, restaurants, and marina facilities support meetings and hospitality throughout the week.

Key areas and facilities relevant to delegates include:

• Exhibition halls: Hosting participating companies from across the audiovisual content industry, including production, distribution, broadcasting, and technology.
• Conference and presentation spaces: Used for keynote sessions, panel discussions, industry briefings, and presentations on developments in global entertainment.
• Screening facilities: Providing settings for scheduled content previews and screenings where included in the programme.
• Business meeting areas: Supporting discussions between buyers, distributors, producers, and other industry representatives.
• Vieux Port marina: Located close to the Palais des Festivals, offering yacht charter options for corporate meetings and entertaining outside the main exhibition venue.

Cannes combines a central event venue with an established marina, international transport connections, and a concentration of hotels and restaurants. For companies attending MIPCOM, these features make it practical to arrange business meetings and client hospitality within a relatively compact area.

Vieux Port is particularly relevant to yacht charter planning because it lies immediately beside the Palais des Festivals. Guests can move between the marina and the main event venue without needing lengthy transfers, although individual arrangements will depend on yacht access and meeting schedules.

Other considerations include:

• Access to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport: Cannes is connected to the airport by road and public transport, making it accessible for international delegates.
• Hotels and business venues: The city has a range of accommodation and meeting facilities within reach of the Palais des Festivals.
• Restaurants and private dining: Cannes offers options for business lunches, client dinners, and evening hospitality.
• Marina infrastructure: Vieux Port accommodates a range of visiting Mediterranean charter yachts, with berthing subject to availability and port arrangements.
• Coastal cruising: The nearby Lérins Islands and surrounding French Riviera provide opportunities for private yacht excursions when schedules and conditions permit.

A luxury yacht charter can complement a MIPCOM visit by providing a dedicated hospitality venue, but it is important to distinguish a private charter booking from an official event venue or exhibitor arrangement. Businesses should confirm their intended use, guest numbers, and location requirements with their broker before booking.

The dates and opening times for MIPCOM 2028 have not yet been confirmed.

A Cannes yacht charter offers access to the French Riviera's coastline, combining the convenience of a waterfront base with opportunities to explore nearby islands, coastal towns, and anchorages.

For visitors extending their stay beyond MIPCOM, the Lérins Islands lie just offshore from Cannes and provide a change of pace from the city. Further along the coast, destinations such as Antibes, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and St Tropez offer different perspectives on the Riviera, from historic harbors to established waterfront resorts.

Can a yacht charter be used for overnight accommodation during MIPCOM?

Some charter yachts offer overnight accommodation, but suitability depends on the vessel, the booking terms, and availability during the event. Businesses should confirm the number of guests, required cabins, and permitted use with their yacht charter broker rather than assuming that a charter yacht booked for daytime hospitality can also be used for overnight stays.

The overall cost depends on the yacht's size and availability, the charter duration, and the services required. Catering, additional staffing, fuel for cruising, and other expenses may affect the final budget. Businesses should request a tailored quotation of yacht charter costs that sets out the included services and any additional charges before confirming a booking.

Potentially, depending on the yacht's itinerary, schedule, and booking terms. Some businesses may prefer to keep the yacht berthed in Cannes for meetings and hospitality, while others may wish to arrange a separate cruise before or after the event. Any planned movement should be agreed with the broker and yacht operator in advance, taking account of time constraints, weather, and port arrangements.

Demand for yachts and berths can be affected by the wider autumn event calendar, so early enquiries are advisable for companies with specific requirements. A specialist yacht charter broker can advise on suitable vessels, availability, onboard arrangements, and costs for the dates required.

Start planning your MIPCOM experience now. Speak to a yacht charter broker.