Inclusivity & Accessibility at Cannes Lions Festival

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Everyone will need to wear a badge onsite at all times – this will be your passport to the Festival. Badge collection is at the Gare Maritime, and you’ll find an accessible desk in the Fast Track lane. You can let us know ahead of time if you have reduced mobility or special requirements by updating your pass registration details online or by contacting us.

We offer reserved seating at our main stages and line skip for anyone with reduced mobility. There’ll be a discreet icon on your badge to let staff know you require access to these services. You can request this via the online pass registration form, at the Gare Maritime registration desks or one of our Info Desks. This also includes adjustments that we already have in place, e.g. ramps, accessible lifts, quiet lounges, mental health aiders or other requirements.

The area around the Festival venue, The Palais, and along the Croisette will be very busy on Tuesday morning, 18 June as the Olympic Torch makes its way through Cannes, with the relay of the Olympic Torch taking place on the red carpet at 11:43.

Bringing a personal assistant or essential companion

If you’d like to bring someone to help you get around the Festival grounds, please reach out to us for further information.

Bringing service & emotional support animals

We’re accommodating to anyone who needs to bring a service or emotional support animal to the Festival. Just get in touch and we’ll sort it out for you.

If you haven’t been to the Festival before, we’ve got you covered with our top tips to help you plan your day. You’ll see the location of everything in the Cannes Lions 2024 app, including how long it takes to get to each place. Note that parts of the Croisette may be pedestrianised during the Festival, so you can get around easier. Keep an eye out for designated pedestrian zones, which make walking safer.

Plan your route: We’re here to help you familiarise yourself with the Festival layout and identify accessible pathways to key destinations. You can book an accessible tour in the Cannes Lions 2024 app, and we also have a support team on standby during Festival hours. If you can’t make the pre-arranged tours, get in touch – we’ll be able to organise another time that suits you.

Opt for the beachside route: The pavement along the beachside of the Croisette tends to be wider, providing more space for wheelchair users to navigate comfortably.

Utilise accessible facilities: Many venues and partner activations offer accessible facilities and services for disabled people. Don't hesitate to inquire about accessibility options when planning your itinerary.

As we look to the future of Cannes Lions, our focus is on creating opportunities, providing access and nurturing the next generation of creatives in the making. Take a look at how we’re doing it:

• The ERA Pass programme: In 2024, we introduced our Equity, Representation, and Accessibility (ERA) Programme aimed at promoting diversity in the creative industry and at Cannes Lions. As part of our mission to drive progress, we’ve allocated up to €1m worth of complimentary passes to groups usually underrepresented in the creative industry. Find out more.
  
  
• See It Be It: We know that women and non-binary people are still heavily outnumbered at a leadership level. We want to change this, so every year we invite 16 women and non-binary people for a four-day Festival programme full of learnings, masterclasses and mentorship.
  
  
• Young Lions: Our dedicated pass helps early career creatives and students under 30 experience the Festival at a reduced price point.
  
  
• LIONS Academies: We’ve got a range of academies to help rising talent fast-track their careers, including our Roger Hatchuel Student Academy and our Brand Marketer Academy.
  
  
• LIONS Scholarship: Helping the next generation of talent access the Festival with 10 fully-funded places across the Brand Marketers Academy and the Creative Academy.

We’ve also partnered with brands and initiatives across the industry to provide opportunities for a range of diverse groups and emerging talent. Find out what we’re doing.

We understand the significance of Eid al-Adha, which takes place during the week of the Festival. Alongside the Multi-Faith Room, you may find these resources useful:

Nearby mosques in Cannes: Mosquée Al-Madina, 1 Av. du Petit Juas, 06400 Cannes, France. Offers prayer facilities and services for worshippers. Closes at 9pm daily. Mosque An-Nour: 18 Avenue Velazquez, Cannes. Provides prayer spaces and community gatherings. Closes at 9pm daily.

Halal restaurants in Cannes: Discover halal dining options at Le Marais, Le Bangkok and Restaurant Le Taj Mahal in Cannes.

Join a special Eid al-Adha celebration - an informal gathering to honour this significant day in the Islamic calendar. Enjoy a morning and afternoon filled with breakfast and lunch, alongside opportunities for reflection and community bonding.

Engage with fellow attendees by sharing a message of what Eid means to you on our community whiteboard. Here's your chance to pause, connect with others, and celebrate the spirit of Eid amidst the creativity and excitement of Cannes Lions. Monday 17 June 9am–2pm, 6th Floor Rooftop of the Palais, serving breakfast, lunch, tea and coffee. Open to all delegates wishing to celebrate.

• Revry will be hosting Happy Hour on the Terrace for an LGBTQ+ celebration on Friday 21 June, 5:30–7pm. All are welcome to join in this inclusive event celebrating diversity and community.
  
  
• Join the Pride celebrations at Google Beach on Thursday 20 June, 5–10pm.

An AA 12-step Recovery Meeting will be hosted by fellow delegates on Wednesday 19 June, 13:30–14:30. This meeting is grounded in the traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and welcomes members of all 12-step fellowships, including those who are just curious in a private, zero-judgement space. Find the meeting at the Riviera Suite, 4th Floor, Hotel Barrière Le Majestic.