September 10–13, 2025 | Port Hercule, Monaco
From September 10th to 13th, 2025, the Riviera’s signature blend of tradition and style returns to the sea as Monaco welcomes the 17th edition of Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe, a much awaited gathering hosted by the Yacht Club de Monaco. First launched in 1994 to honor the Principality’s deep maritime heritage, the event is a rare and refined tribute to the golden age of yachting, where craftsmanship, history, and elegance meet against the sparkling backdrop of Port Hercule.
Monaco Classic Week is a floating celebration of history and artistry, bringing together a formidable fleet of vintage sailing yachts, classic motorboats, period dinghies, and early motor-yachts. From century-old schooners to iconic Riva runabouts, each vessel tells a story of design, of restoration, and of a passion for life at sea.
Monaco Classic Week – honoring tradition and craftsmanship on the water
Held every two years, the event has grown into one of the world’s most respected showcases of “l’Art de Vivre la Mer”– the art of living the sea. At the heart of the week are a series of captivating challenges, including classic yacht regattas, vintage powerboat manoeuvrability trials, and the much-anticipated Concours d’Élégance, where vessels and their crews are judged not only on style, but on authenticity, spirit, and seamanship.
Highlights also include the La Belle Classe Restoration Prize, awarded for outstanding preservation work, and the Monaco Classic Week Trophy, recognizing the vessel that most beautifully combines history, elegance, and technical excellence. On land, a pop-up village brings together marine artisans, heritage shipyards, sculptors, and photographers, transforming the harbor into a cultural promenade for all who love the sea.
The elegance of the past meets the Riviera lifestyle
With its white-linen soirées, dockside tastings, and sailor camaraderie, Monaco Classic Week is as much a social occasion as a sporting one. Every sail hoisted and hull polished reflects the event’s founding purpose: to preserve maritime heritage and celebrate the values of elegance, excellence, and community. In a world increasingly driven by speed and innovation, Monaco Classic Week offers something rare – a moment to pause and reconnect with the beauty of craft, culture, and seafaring tradition. With its sun-drenched setting, storied vessels, and
unmistakable Riviera charm, Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe continues to shine as a truly special gathering on the international cultural calendar.
For information on VIP packages, bespoke travel, or curated experiences during Monaco Classic Week 2025, contact LBS Lifestyle Management.