#hello_monaco weekend: what to do on May 11th and May 12th
This weekend in Monaco is built around the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique. Find out what else you could do besides watching the race.
14th Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, organised by the Automobile Club de Monaco, is held from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 May 2024, in the Principality of Monaco.
The Cars Collection of H.S.H. the Prince of Monaco will host the exhibition “Ferrari F1 in Monaco: History and Victories” from May 9 to August 31, 2024.
This exceptional exhibition will trace the fascinating history of Scuderia Ferrari in the Principality of Monaco, which began on May 21, 1950, during the first Monaco Grand Prix of Formula 1, the most famous race of the season. That year, driver Alberto Ascari, behind the wheel of a 125S, finished second, thus marking the first podium of a very long series for the Italian manufacturer.
Since then, Ferrari has won nine victories as well as numerous pole positions and several fastest laps on the Monaco circuit.
Even RM Sotheby’s Monaco Auction taking place on Saturday 11 May 2024 in the Grimaldi Forum Monaco will have the theme of Grand Prix.
Whether it’s a whole weekend spotting classic supercars and hypercars, or an equally special few days enjoying the Grand Prix Historique de Monaco, the Principality is the ideal place for all fans of the world’s rarest and fastest machines. It also happens to be the venue for the return of RM Sotheby’s 7th biennial auction, held at the picturesque seaside Grimaldi Forum, close to the legendary circuit, parties and side-events of the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique.
After past year’s success Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, Europe’s most starred resort with 7 Michelin stars, is back with its “Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo” for the fourth edition.
The Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort will be the venue for Marcel Ravin and David Toutain‘s 4-hands on Saturday 11 May at 7.30 pm.
Polar bears and emperor penguins are the protagonists of the exhibition “The Ice Giants” by Michel Bassompierre organized from Wednesday April 10 to Sunday October 6, 2024 in Oceanographic Museum of Monaco. Seven monumental works will take over the Oceanographic Museum and its roof terrace. On this occasion, the sculptor will unveil five new creations: four polar bears as well as a 3-meter-high emperor penguin. Original drawings and sketches will also be exhibited accompanied by the screening of a film presenting the artist’s work. This temporary exhibition is part of the Polar Mission program run by the Oceanographic Institute since 2022.
Pier Paolo Pasolini sur le tournage de Teorema, 1968
Cineteca di Bologna / Fondo Angelo Novi
Among many interesting exhibitions that are held in Monaco these days you can take a look at the exhibition at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco – Villa Sauber (from March 29 till September 29), which looks at the influence of classical and contemporary painting on the films of Pier Paolo Pasolini. “Pasolini in Chiaroscuro” brings together a variety of work, including film clips, paintings, drawings, installations and photography from the 16th century till today. It finishes with works by other artists who paid tribute to Pasolini.
Of course there are other interesting events taking place in Monaco. If you want to learn more about them visit our Calendar.
So have fun and enjoy your weekend!