92nd Fête du Citron® - The wonders of life
This year's edition will focus on the fascinating beauty and astonishing forms of life, revealing its secrets, adaptations and infinite creativity in every ecosystem.
The Fête du Citron® in Menton attracts over 200,000 visitors every year. For more than 15 days, come and experience the Golden Fruit Corsos and Vitamin-Filled Night Corsos (parades of floats made up of citrus fruits and animated by groups), admire the free citrus motif exhibition in the Biovès gardens, and don't forget to visit the crafts market and the orchid and winter garden fair with its unforgettable scents. Come and discover this fantastic world and move to the rhythm of an unforgettable event.
The Fête du Citron® has been recognized by the French Ministry of Culture and will be included in France's inventory of intangible cultural heritage in 2019.
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Opening
From 14/02 to 01/03/2026 daily.
Rates
Full price: 16 to 30 €, Reduced price: 14 to 25 €, Child (6-12 years): 8 to 14 €.
Free entry for children under 6.
Group rate available for 20 people or more.
People entitled to free admission (under 6s and CMI disabled visitors) must have a ticket.
Anyone entering the Corso must have a ticket.
CMI invalidité: with a copy of both sides of the card attached.
Other payment methods
- Bank/credit card
- Check
- Travellers Cheque
- Cash
- Online payment
Discover also
Artisan d'art - Atelier Princess Candle - sculpted candles
Artistic candle maker Raffaella Issoglio is a Maître Cirier and has been creating hand-carved candles since 2006.
Agence Orgaya - Walking trips
The Orgaya Agency is specialised in walking trips. Day hikes, stays, bivouacs over 2/3 days, events in the heart of the nature of the French Riviera
Public garden: Biovès
Gardens located in the heart of the city opposite the Menton Tourist Office. Built on the Careï river cover, this beautiful 800-metre long promenade features flowering lawns, exotic species, sculptures and fountains throughout the year.
Domaine Gannac
Installed since 1991 in Menton, we are citrus growers, landscapers, nurserymen and gourmet designers. Our trees are planted on the sides of the city, arranged in terraces, to produce exceptional fruits.