For the first time since 1964 the Tour de France comes to Monaco. This year, the race will begin in the principality, only the second time in the history of the race that there has been a start in the South East of France. The race will start at the Formula 1 Grand Prix starting line before entering the Tunnel and launching into the home stretch on the famous route de la Piscine. Sunday 4th July, Monaco.

3 days of exceptional equestrian activity at Port Hercule. Some of the most famous horses and riders currently competing in the port will take part, promising three breathtaking days of competition. This event is part of the Global Tour of Champions with the final event of the tour being held in Qatar in November. 25th - 27th June, at Port Hercule in Monaco.

Every year on June 21st, more than 340 cities in 110 countries worldwide take part in the Fête de la Musique. A day of free live music performances throughout France. This annual event is open to all musicians, amateur or professional who want to participate and encourages musicians to perform outside of their usual locations. You will find performances in all towns and villages, inside and out and performances of all types of music.

The Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival, the world's only truly global meeting place for those passionate about creativity in communications will take place in Cannes from June 21st to June 27th 2009. During seven days, delegates gather in Cannes to celebrate the best that the advertising industry has to offer the world, to review the year just gone, and to draw a roadmap for the future. In 2008, speakers such as Sir Martin Sorrell, Bob Greenberg, Rupert Murdoch and Maurice Lévy presented at the event, and more than 10,000 delegates from 85 countries left inspired by the 28,000 pieces of work on display.