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Cannes Film Festival 2026 Stage 32 Meetup (OFFICIAL)!

Cannes Film Festival 2026 Stage 32 Meetup (OFFICIAL)!

In-Person at Cannes Film Festival

Those who have attended Cannes over the last decade know that the Stage 32 Cannes Meetup has become one of the most anticipated and talked-about gatherings of the entire festival. It’s where real connections are made, collaborations begin, and the global creative community comes together in a meaningful way.

This year, we’re excited to bring that experience to a new home.

For 2026, the Stage 32 Cannes Meetup will be held as part of our Stage 32 Pop-Up Bar Event: RB & Gary’s Brown Sugar, where we’ll be taking over the iconic Brown Sugar Gastro Pub for the full weekend. Located in the heart of Cannes on the Carré d’Or, Brown Sugar is one of the festival’s most well-known and beloved gathering spots, making it the perfect setting to combine the magic of Cannes with the magic of Stage 32.

We couldn’t be prouder to partner with Brown Sugar's owner, Gary, to create an unforgettable experience for our community.

Join Stage 32 Founder & CEO Richard “RB” Botto, Managing Director Amanda Toney, and Head of Community Ashley Smith, along with creatives and industry professionals from around the world, for an evening of connection, conversation, and opportunity.

If you’ll be attending Cannes and are interested in volunteering with the Stage 32 team during the festival, please email Ashley at Community@Stage32.com.

Event Details:

Event: Stage 32 Cannes 2026 Meetup

Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm local Cannes time

Location: RB & Gary’s Brown Sugar

Click here to RSVP Now: https://www.stage32.com/meetups/2070/Cannes-Film-Festival-2026-Stage-32-Meetup-OFFICIAL

Brown Sugar offers a standout selection of beer and wine, including Brewdog Punk IPA on tap, a locally brewed English-style Pale Ale, Belgian beers, and traditional German and French lagers. Their wine list highlights small independent growers, with most selections exclusive within Cannes, and they’ve built a reputation for expertly crafted gin offerings.

We hope you’ll join us for an unforgettable night in Cannes!


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