Highlights of January in Monaco
Motorsport Monte-Carlo Rally
Late January Monaco and hinterland
Opening round of the World Rally Championship, the Monte-Carlo Rally is the oldest event on the calendar (1911). Crews tackle the winding, often snowy roads of the Alps, with the finish on Port Hercule.
Show Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival
Mid-January Fontvieille Big Top
Founded in 1974 by Prince Rainier III, this festival brings together the world's best circus artists every year to compete for the prestigious Gold, Silver and Bronze Clowns.
Tradition Saint Devota Festival
26 and 27 January Monaco-Ville, Port Hercule, Sainte-Dévote valley
Religious feast of the Principality's patron saint. Procession and solemn mass, then on the evening of 26 January a boat is set ablaze in the harbour, followed by fireworks.
