Private Cannes B2B show where vetted MICE buyers meet venues, hotels and event suppliers in pre-booked 15-minute one-to-one meetings, 2–4 March 2027.
Dates
2–4 Mar 2027
City / country
Cannes, France
Venue
Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes
Time
10:45 AM – 1:05 PM
Event overview
Heavent Meetings France is a private, accreditation-only B2B exhibition in Cannes where hosted buyers from corporate event teams and agencies meet venues, destinations, hotels, technology providers and production specialists in pre-scheduled 15-minute one-to-one appointments. Held at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès on 2–4 March 2027, the show combines a focused exhibition with AI-assisted matchmaking, business lunches and networking evenings.
Access is free but profiles are vetted, and the Hosted Buyer programme covers travel, accommodation and catering for qualified decision-makers with active MICE projects. It is a working meeting place rather than a public consumer show.
TL;DR
Visit if you are a corporate event, marketing or procurement decision-maker with live MICE projects. The pre-scheduled appointment format puts venue, hotel and production suppliers in front of you in 15-minute blocks, and the Hosted Buyer track adds covered travel and accommodation. Accreditation is free but vetted, so apply early with a clear project brief and target list.
Exhibit if you sell venues, destinations, hotels, event technology, production or catering into the French and European MICE market. The organiser curates buyers with active projects and pre-books meetings on your stand, giving a measurable pipeline rather than passive footfall. The 2026 edition drew more than 500 decision-makers across nearly 450 exhibiting stands, and the 2027 edition targets around 490 exhibitors.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes, La Croisette, CS 30051, 06414 Cannes Cedex, France
Entrances & gates
Main entrance, La Croisette
Primary visitor entrance for badge checks.
Food options
Business lunch, VIP cocktail
On-site diningParking: The venue sits on La Croisette. The Palais des Festivals underground car park is the closest option; confirm tariffs and event-day access before travelling.
Gate: Use the main La Croisette entrance and follow accreditation checks; allow extra time on the first business morning.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Visitor accreditation
Free, but only after the organiser validates the professional profile.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Apply online with your company, role and project details; accreditation is confirmed by email and checked at the entrance.
Ticket notes
Not open to the public. Students and profiles without a direct professional connection are refused.
Who runs the show
Weyou Group
Organiser
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 500
Exhibitors: 450
This edition
2027
Visitors: 500
Exhibitors: 490
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
The 2026 edition ran from 24 to 26 March at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, with more than 500 decision-makers meeting nearly 450 exhibiting stands across destinations, venues, agencies and event services.
New this edition
AI-assisted matchmaking
The organiser describes a proprietary platform that proposes buyer-supplier matches before the show and supports on-site scheduling.
SourceHosted Buyer Premium programme
Qualified buyers can have travel, accommodation, catering and logistical support covered, subject to programme terms.
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Impact
Heavent Meetings matters because it turns a fragmented French MICE market into two days of pre-qualified appointments. For a venue, hotel or destination, the value is not raw footfall but the concentration of corporate and agency buyers with active projects; for a buyer, it is a fast way to compare French and European suppliers in one walkable venue.
Audience quality
The audience is curated rather than broad: accreditation is reviewed, and Hosted Buyers are validated against exhibitor profiles before meetings are scheduled. That produces a senior, project-led room, but it also means suppliers should expect a smaller volume of high-intent conversations rather than a mass-market lead pool.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on meeting utilisation: a stand with a full diary of 15-minute appointments can justify the trip, while an under-booked stand will not. The organiser reports strong rebooking and long-cycle contract value, but those claims are self-reported; exhibitors should set their own meeting and pipeline targets before committing.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Cannes is a globally recognised MICE destination, and the Palais des Festivals gives the show a venue with direct access to La Croisette hotels and restaurants. For French and European buyers, the event compresses supplier discovery into two working days; for destinations and venues, it delivers pre-qualified corporate and agency demand.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Appointment-led shows are replacing passive footfall
Buyers increasingly prefer curated, pre-booked meetings over walking a large exhibition floor.
What it changes: Suppliers should prepare a tight meeting pitch and a clear project-fit story rather than relying on stand traffic.
AI matching is becoming standard in MICE
Organisers now use profile data and matching algorithms to propose meetings before the show opens.
What it changes: Complete profiles and precise project briefs determine who gets the best meetings.
Incentive and experience spend is shifting to secondary cities
Corporate buyers are looking beyond Paris and Cannes for authentic regional destinations and off-site experiences.
What it changes: Regional convention bureaux and experience providers can win business by presenting a distinctive destination story.
Adjacent shows a French-market buyer or supplier would typically plan around.
IBTM World
Barcelona, Spain
Dates from circuit knowledge; confirm before booking.
websiteHeavent Paris
Paris, France
Dates from circuit knowledge; confirm before booking.
websiteIMEX Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany
Dates from circuit knowledge; confirm before booking.
websiteAutumn 2026
Use for global buyer meetings before the French spring season.
Spring 2027
Cannes in early March, Frankfurt in May.
Circuit dates are editorial estimates, not organiser-confirmed for those editions.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport
Main international gateway for Cannes; direct flights from most European hubs.
About 27 km
to venue
30–40 minutes by car or express bus
by car
Toulon–Hyères Airport
Smaller regional alternative; fewer international connections.
About 100 km
to venue
1 hour 20 minutes by car
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 110–170 / night
Walkable to the Palais; rates rise sharply during major events.
USD 190–290 / night
Best balance of proximity and comfort for a three-night stay.
USD 380–700 / night
Seafront five-star options; book early and expect minimum-stay rules.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Express coach
Frequent express services; journey about 40–50 minutes depending on traffic.
Palm Bus city network
Use contactless or the app; the Palais is a short walk from the Croisette stops.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay business visa | Visitors who do not hold a passport from a visa-exempt country | $100.00 | Typically 15–45 days; apply well before travel |
EU/EEA and many other nationalities can enter visa-free for short business trips; check the 90/180-day rule.
France accepts ATA carnets for many temporary professional goods; confirm the exact commodity code with French customs.
Official visa pageWeather
Early March is mild and changeable: daytime highs around 14–17°C, lows near 8–10°C, with a chance of rain and sea breeze. Bring a light waterproof layer.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming applies for European SIMs; venue Wi-Fi was not confirmed on the fetched pages, so carry a mobile hotspot for backup.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and language
Open with Bonjour before any request; French is the default business language, with English widely used in MICE.
Meal timing
Lunch is typically 12:30–14:00 and dinner after 19:30; the show programme reserves 13:15–14:45 for lunch.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE)
Book into NCE and allow 40–60 minutes for the transfer to Cannes; morning arrivals suit the first business day.
Schengen rules apply. Visa-exempt visitors can enter for short business trips; others need a short-stay business visa before travel.
Estimated cost: EUR 90 plus service fees
Processing: 15–45 days
Apply through the French consulate or visa centre for your jurisdiction.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Express coach from NCE to Cannes bus station, then a 10–15 minute walk or short taxi to the Palais.
Hotel → venue: Central Cannes hotels are walkable in 5–20 minutes; taxis are short but scarce at peak times.
Ride-hail: Uber and local taxis operate; expect surge pricing during event evenings.
Public transit: Palm Bus serves the Croisette and central Cannes; single tickets are around EUR 1.50–2.00.
Parking: Use the Palais des Festivals underground car park; pre-book and validate at the venue.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March
Temperature: 8–17°C
Seasonality: Mild early spring with a moderate chance of rain and coastal breeze.
Packing: Light layers, a waterproof jacket, comfortable shoes for the Palais and evening walks.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Thursday 4 March 2027
The final day has a morning and afternoon meeting block and closes at 17:50, so it suits a focused one-day visit without a late finish.
Apply for visitor accreditation and upload company and role details — Vetting can take several days; do not wait for the programme.
Shortlist exhibitors and request one-to-one meetings — Prioritise venues, destinations and technology that fit live projects.
Book travel and a refundable hotel in central Cannes — NCE is the main airport; allow 40–60 minutes to Cannes.
Confirm meeting diary and prepare a one-page project brief — Send the brief to priority suppliers in advance.
Check badge email, venue entrance and evening invitations — Carry photo ID and arrive early on the first business day.
Arrive, collect badge and walk the floor before meetings
Palais des Festivals main entranceFirst block of pre-booked one-to-one supplier meetings
Exhibitor standsBusiness lunch and informal follow-ups
Venue lunch areaAfternoon meetings and conference sessions
Exhibitor stands and programme roomsÎle Sainte-Marguerite
Island Escape
20-minute ferry from Cannes harbour
Quiet coastal walk and the fortress prison associated with the Man in the Iron Mask.
Grasse perfume houses
Half-Day Cultural Trip
About 45 minutes by car
Perfume workshops and historic houses make a strong incentive add-on.
La Croisette seafront
Informal evening walk
Easy post-show walk from the Palais; beach clubs and hotel bars line the route.
Le Suquet old town
Dinner and drinks
Hilltop restaurants above the harbour for small group dinners.
Heavent Meetings is an appointment-led show, so follow-up speed matters more than lead volume.
Budget
Shell scheme
EUR 480–620 / m²
Raw space
EUR 280–380 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Indicative Cannes MICE rates; the organiser does not publish a 2027 tariff on the fetched pages. Request a written quote.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
stand
exhibitor · shell 9 sqm
EUR 4500–7000 / per stand
hotel
both · mid
USD 190–290 / per night
per diem
both · standard
USD 70–110 / per day
flight
both · economy return
USD 180–320 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| stand | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | EUR 4500–7000 / per stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 190–290 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| per diem | both | standard | USD 70–110 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| flight | both | economy return | USD 180–320 / per person | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
A short read on whether to visit, exhibit or skip Heavent Meetings 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
Which best describes your role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a named project and can commit to meetings.
Best for
Corporate and agency buyers with live MICE projects
Min. budget
$1,200.00
Timeline
4–6 weeks to accredit and book travel
Risks
Accreditation may be refused
Diary can fill before arrival
exhibit
You can staff the stand and pre-book enough meetings.
Best for
Venues, hotels, destinations and event suppliers selling into France
Min. budget
$9,000.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand, build and diary
Risks
Under-booked meeting diary
High Cannes hotel rates
skip
You cannot meet the accreditation criteria or have no relevant project.
Best for
Profiles outside the MICE sector or with no 2027 project
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing a useful market visit
None beyond opportunity cost
Book with
Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes
The seafront congress and festival venue hosting Heavent Meetings on La Croisette.
Venue named on the official event site; not described as a commercial partner.
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport
The main international gateway for visitors travelling to Cannes, about 27 km from the venue.
Practical arrival airport; no partnership announced.
Cannes Destination Tourist Office
Official destination information for Cannes, including hotels, transport and local experiences.
Public destination resource; no partnership announced.
UNIMEV
French federation of event and exhibition professionals, a relevant industry body for exhibitors and agencies.
Industry association; no partnership announced.
Recommended providers
Official French visa portal; check nationality-specific requirements and appointment times.
Official destination listings for La Croisette and central Cannes hotels.
Direct and connecting flights to Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE); book early for March event demand.
International freight and exhibition logistics; confirm venue handling and customs documents.
Travel and public-liability cover options; confirm event-business and exhibition extensions.
Ferries to Île Sainte-Marguerite and day trips to Grasse and Antibes.
Weyou Group exhibitor platform
The organiser describes badge scans and lead reporting in its exhibitor platform.
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FAQs & glossary
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Weyou Group
Normandie Tourisme
Palais des Festivals
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