MIDEM 2027 in Cannes: where to stay near the Palais

From 19 to 21 January 2027, Cannes becomes the global meeting point for the music business at MIDEM. The Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, right on La Croisette, will host three days of conferences, deal-making sessions and live showcases where labels, publishers, startups and artists shape what comes next. The event targets music industry professionals and students, though concerts and showcases are open to the general public with separate tickets. It's a prime setting for licensing deals, tech innovation and international networking, all with the Mediterranean as a backdrop. Getting to Cannes is straightforward: Nice Côte d'Azur Airport sits 27 km away and the SNCF train station is a ten-minute walk from the Palais. The city itself offers plenty of accommodation and dining options around the venue. Staying within walking distance of La Croisette or central Cannes makes it easier to make the most of every session. For January dates, early booking is strongly advised — the French Riviera congress calendar fills up quickly.