The 2026 Theatre Encounters: 35 shows not to be missed
- Laurent BASSO
- Mar 30
- 1 min read
Every spring, Saint-Raphaël transforms into an open-air stage. The 13th edition of the Rencontres Théâtrales takes over the city throughout April 2026, from the 1st to the 30th, with a program that blends amateur troupes and professional companies in the same artistic endeavor.
35 shows, €8 per ticket: theatre for everyone
It's one of the most accessible festivals on the French Riviera : a single price of €8 , regardless of the play. Comedies, dramas, contemporary creations — the two venues hosting the performances, the Salle Félix Martin and the Auditorium of the Cultural Centre (Place Gabriel Péri), offer a dense and varied program over four weeks.
How to book?
Reservations are open at the Saint-Raphaël Cultural Center, Tuesday to Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You can also book by phone at +33 4 98 11 89 00 or by email at billetterie@ville-saintraphael.fr . The full program is available for download on the city's official website.
Your ideal base: the Hotel du Vieux Port
Staying at the Hôtel du Vieux Port during the Rencontres Théâtrales means enjoying the festival with complete freedom—both venues are within walking distance of the port. In the morning, the sun shines on the Mediterranean. In the evening, the curtain rises just minutes from your room.
