Monaco National Day

Venue: Several places in Monaco

Ceremonies and entertainment

Monaco's Fete Nationale starts with a religious mass attended by the Prince, followed by a ceremony in which the Prince gives medals to members of the military, police and palace guards. Afterwards the royal family appear on the palace balcony. This year, Monegasques are invited to a comedy show, and finally National Day ends with an invitation only gala evening launching the Monte Carlo Opera season.