News — Antibes
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Van without brakes in Antibes: driver avoided an accident
On Sunday, 6 September 2026, in Antibes on the descent between the Provence and Vaisviller roundabouts, the van's brakes failed. The driver drove part of the way along the pavement, moved into the oncoming lane and stopped at the entrance to a petrol station. No one was injured.
2026-09-08
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13th ceramics market in Antibes: two days of masterclasses
On Saturday and Sunday, 29–30 August, the Place des Martyrs de la Résistance in Antibes hosts the 13th ceramics market: 35 professional artisans are presenting their work, and visitors can watch potter's wheel demonstrations and join masterclasses for children.
2026-08-30
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Santons fair in Antibes cancelled in 2026, will return in 2027
The Association of Friends of Sainte-Armentière announced on 13 August 2026 the cancellation of the traditional santons fair in Antibes, which usually took place in October. The municipality acknowledged communication problems and hopes to resume the event in 2027.
2026-08-22
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Boat ran aground in Antibes: three beaches closed for two days
On the evening of Monday, 17 August, a ten-metre pleasure boat ran aground on Marineland beach — between Antibes and Villeneuve-Loubet. Because of the risk of hydrocarbon leakage, the Antibes town hall closed bathing immediately on three beaches; the ban was lifted only on the morning of Wednesday,
2026-08-20
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School supplies handed out to families in need in Antibes
Until 15 August 2026, families supported by Secours Populaire in Antibes can receive school supplies for the new school year free of charge. The association helps both local residents and refugees.
2026-08-12
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Six woodland areas in Antibes closed for the whole of August
Throughout August 2026 access to six woodland areas in Antibes is closed — the town hall says the ban is due to a very high risk of fires. City parks and gardens are operating as usual and close at 21:00.
2026-08-04
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Security measures in Juan-les-Pins are being strengthened after a series of thefts
On July 10, 2026, the mayor of Antibes, Jean Leonetti, answered questions about security measures in Juan-les-Pins, where 30 cases of theft on the streets have been recorded since May.
2026-07-14
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The Nuits Carrées Festival returns to Antibes at a new venue
From June 29 to 30, 2024, the annual Nuits Carrées music festival will take place in Antibes on the esplanade of Pré des Pêcheurs, which has become a cultural tradition of the French Riviera.
2026-06-22