The amfAR Gala: Glamour, purpose, and the timeless Riviera
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Each spring, as Cannes prepares to roll out its red carpet, another rendezvous quietly emerges as the true highlight of the season: the amfAR Gala, hosted in the legendary setting of the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc, nestled in the heart of Cap d’Antibes. A celebration of cinema, philanthropy, and the art of living, this evening captures the very essence of what the French Riviera does best: beauty with meaning.
An Exceptional Night in Cap d’Antibes
Picture a garden suspended above the sea, candlelit tables overlooking the sunset, the gentle scent of sun-warmed pine… and a gathering of global icons, united for a vital cause: supporting the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Founded in 1985, amfAR (The Foundation for AIDS Research) is one of the world’s leading non-profits dedicated to AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and advocacy. Since its creation, the organization has raised nearly $900 million and funded over 3,800 research projects worldwide.
Each year, its Cannes gala becomes the stage for an unforgettable moment: live performances (Dua Lipa, Sting, Christina Aguilera…), spectacular auctions (artworks, exclusive experiences, haute couture creations), and a dinner curated by world-renowned chefs — all set in a natural haven that seems custom-designed for magic.
Cannes & the Cap: Where Elegance Meets Emotion
While Cannes pulses with premieres and flashbulbs, Cap d’Antibes offers the Riviera’s more discreet side — where luxury is quiet, the history is literary and artistic, and refinement feels like a well-kept secret.
The Americans knew it well. As early as the 1920s, the East Coast elite chose the Cap as their summer retreat, captivated by its rugged landscapes, elegant villas, and that unmistakable Riviera light.
Today, the Cap continues to enchant those in search of a certain lifestyle — one that balances modernity with timeless tradition. Here, dinners unfold under starlit skies, secret coves invite tranquil swims, and the ultimate luxury is simple: peace, wrapped in excellence.
After the Gala, the Villa
Attending the amfAR Gala is tasting the very best of the Riviera. But living here? That’s the next chapter.
Owning a villa in Cannes or Cap d’Antibes means stepping into a new dimension of luxury — where beauty isn’t flaunted, it’s lived.
At Monty + Co, we guide our clients in finding these rare homes: contemporary villas with sea views, secluded bastides with century-old gardens, character-filled estates hidden from sight. Always with a personalized approach, in tune with the unique lifestyle you seek.
So this year, could your most unforgettable amfAR memory be the start of a new life on the French Riviera?
Explore our exclusive collection of villas for sale or rent in Cap d’Antibes, Cannes, and the hinterland — and let our expertise be your compass.
