TRANSPORT TO THE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF GAMES IN CANNES
This year, the International Festival of Games ® takes place from 23th to 25th February in Cannes.
WHAT IS IT?
The International Festival of Games in Cannes is one of the most emblematic celebration of culture of play that attracts enthusiasts from all over the world. Founded in 1986, the IFJ welcomes every year more than 15.000 visitors, 400 exhibitors, 250 game creators and 10.000 competitors !
You can discover on 30.000 m2, traditional and classic games, board games, video games or construction, everything you want, you'll find it here !
The event also offers demonstrations, talks and areas dedicated to discussions between enthusiasts, making the Festival International des Jeux in Cannes an unmissable event for all game lovers. The vibrant and friendly atmosphere that prevails during the festival makes it a unique experience, combining entertainment, learning and sharing in the heart of a city renowned for its elegance and charm.
THE PROGRAM OF THE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF GAMES IN CANNES
On 22nd February, the opening day of this magnificent International Games Festival offers a dynamic day for gaming enthusiasts. Starting at 09:00, the «Chess Tournament Round 5» presented by Cannes Échecs will reach its climax in the Salon des Ambassadeurs, with the prize-giving ceremony scheduled for 16:30. At the same time, the «Envies Enjeux» stand is hosting a thought-provoking exhibition entitled «Building society through play», highlighting the proven benefits of learning through board games. Contrée enthusiasts will have the opportunity to take part in the «Free Contrée Tournaments» organised by the Belote Club de l’Adour in the marquee on the Palais beach from 13:00, featuring five matches of 2,01 points running until 18:30. Meanwhile, the «Chess Tournament Round 6» by Cannes Échecs will take place in the Salon des Ambassadeurs from 15:00, with its prize-giving also scheduled for 16:30. The day will continue with a captivating conference entitled «The green revolution is sweeping through the board game world» presented by Fabryka Kart in Audi K from 17:00 to 18:00. Finally, the evening will liven up with the «Qualifying Tournaments for the French Championship» in Contrée organised by the Belote Club de l’Adour, with on-site registration from 19:45 and the tournament running from 20:30 to 02:00 in the marquee on the Palais beach. At the same time, the «As d’Or Ceremony» will be held in the Grand Audi from 20:30 to 23:00, rewarding the best board games published and distributed on the French market over the last 15 months. A packed day promising a comprehensive experience for gaming enthusiasts from all backgrounds.
The 25th of February, the final day of this Festival, promises a day packed with captivating events. From 09:00, the «Envies Enjeux» stand is hosting an exhibition entitled «Faire société par le jeu» (Building a society through play), highlighting the merits of learning through board games and playful pedagogy. For chess enthusiasts, the «Round 9 Chess Tournament» presented by Cannes Échecs, which has been running throughout the week, will reach its climax with the prize-giving ceremony at 16:30 in the Salon des Ambassadeurs. Board game fans will have the opportunity to take part in the «Stigméria discovery tournament» organised by Éditions Garajeux in the large marquee on the Palais beach, with several sessions scheduled throughout the day. Meet-the-author sessions, book signings and discovery games, notably of «Cabinet des Murmures» and «Noblesse Oblige» by 12 Singes – Respell 2024, will offer visitors a complete immersion in the fascinating world of role-playing games. In addition, talks on various subjects, such as «La guerre du désert 1939-1943» (The Desert War 1939-1943) by Carré Histoire, and afternoon Contrée card tournaments, round off a diverse programme to satisfy all gaming enthusiasts. The day will draw to a fitting close with the «Grand Prix de Cannes» organised by the Belote Club de l’Adour, a 5-round tournament of 2001 points on the Palais beach, bringing the 2024 Festival to a spectacular finish.
YOUR TRANSPORT TO THE IFJ THIS YEAR ?
For over three decades, the Festival International des Jeux® has established itself as the essential event enabling enthusiasts to discover new talents as well as the innovative horizons of the 10th art, among other forms of ludic expression. This unwavering commitment to promoting gaming in all its forms has shaped a unique experience, offering a platform where creators and amateurs can meet, exchange ideas and celebrate the constant evolution of the gaming world. At the same time, over the last ten years, Biomotion has been a loyal partner, accompanying this fascinating journey with dedication and expertise, thereby helping to enrich the diversity and scope of this annual celebration of gaming.
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