Salle des Etoiles

History of the most fascinating event hall in Europe The Salle des Étoiles is a magical venue for the Principality’s most important events, such as the legendary Rose Ball or the Monte-Carlo Sporting Summer Festival. The 1000m² Salle des Étoiles is one of the most fascinating event halls in Europe. Its special features include the immense glass windows looking out over Monaco and the retractable roof. The Salle des Étoiles offers mind-blowing shows that illustrate the magic and charm of the Principality of Monaco. Since it opened in 1974, many stars have performed in this legendary hall that can also be used for private galas. Most stars have performed at least once at the Sporting Monte-CarloJust like Joséphine Baker, the following stars have also performed there: Charles Aznavour, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Shirley Bassey, Tina Turner, Elton John, Mariah Carey, Joe Cocker and more. French songs, rock, soul, blues… For the last forty years, the Salle des Étoiles has hosted some of the greatest artists on the planet. These unmissable events confirm Monaco‘s undeniable “place to be” status in the world of music. Monte-Carlo Sporting Summer Festival With the Monte-Carlo Sporting Summer Festival, the summer nights on the Riviera’s most famous peninsula will be full of stars, with an exceptional line-up from the US, UK, Italy, France, Russia and the Middle East. In the pop rock category, the Monte-Carlo Sporting Summer Festival causes a stir every year with a dazzling programme. Over the last few years we have seen Céline Dion, Lionel Richie, Peter Gabriel, Robert Plant, the Who, Alice Cooper, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, Garou, Mika, Bill Wyman, Johnny Hallyday, Eric Clapton, Peter Cincotti and many more. With that kind of line-up over a forty-five-day period, the Monte-Carlo Sporting Summer Festival is rightfully known as the biggest pop rock festival in the world. It stands out from other festivals by its intimate, enchanting aspect, capturing the Monte-Carlo spirit.