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France · City programme · Season 1 · 2027

Cannes

This is the current-season home for founders, hosts, partners and judges in Cannes. The evergreen city page remains permanent; this subsite records the formats and advancement path for Season 1 · 2027.

Apply to pitch Host in Cannes
Applications
January 2027
Themed formats publish their own dates.
City status
Recruiting a host
Entry fee
Free
Published rounds
0
Thematic formats
1
Prize pathway
$50,000 to $250,000 investment

Thematic formats

Built around what matters in Cannes.

Creator, Media & Ad Tech

A Cannes-based thematic road to the semi-finals for AI-native startups shaping creators, media, advertising and marketing.

Creator platforms · Media and entertainment · Advertising technology · Marketing technology

Local ownership

Host or partner with Cannes.

The local host owns delivery and approved local sponsorship. HQ retains the competition brand, application data, judging rules and advancement record.

Call for host Call for partners

Advancement

Road to the Grand Finale

Every step is earned under the same centrally governed eligibility and judging rules. A place at one stage is not a promise of advancement at the next.

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