Saint-Tropez Liberation Week
August 13–16, 2026: A Curated Four-Day Journey
From Byblos opening lunch to elegant closing night at Hôtel Byblos, with confirmed DJ performances at Shellona and Nikki Beach, plus the iconic Liberation Day fireworks.
The Confirmed Programme
This itinerary is built from officially confirmed events on venue and event partner websites. Artists, times and conditions remain subject to change, but all dates and primary programming are published by venue organisers.
Key Confirmed Dates:
- • Shellona programme: All four dates confirmed with artist lineup
- • Nikki Beach Claptone: Saturday 15 August, 5–7 p.m. (official 2026 programme)
- • Liberation fireworks: Friday 14 August, 11:30 p.m. (officially scheduled)
Thursday, 13 August
Byblos Opening & Shellona Sunset
12:30 p.m. — Byblos Beach Ramatuelle (Arrival Lunch)
Experience: Refined opening rather than an immediate party. Elegant lunch, beach beds and proper Byblos service.
Byblos Beach operates daily 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., with lunch served until 5 p.m. during July and August.
Vibe: Ultra-premium elegance, refined service, perfect for acclimatising to the Riviera.
3:30–4:00 p.m. — Shellona: Adam Ten B2B Mita Gami
Experience: Music-led afternoon moving into sunset. Strongest confirmed DJ event on the arrival day. Melodic house sunset session.
B2B (back-to-back) performance by Adam Ten and Mita Gami creates flow and intimacy.
Why choose this: Sets the tone for a music-focused stay and transitions naturally into evening.
9:30 p.m. — NOTO (Sicilian-Inspired Dinner)
Experience: Festive Sicilian-inspired dining overlooking the port. Italian music, live musicians, gradual dinner-to-party atmosphere.
NOTO is better for a stylish first evening than a very formal dinner.
Why choose this: Celebratory opening night with port-side energy.
After 1:00 a.m. — Les Caves du Roy (Nightclub)
Experience: Legendary Byblos club. Open every evening 26 June–29 August with resident DJ and operation until 5 a.m.
No named guest DJ has yet been published for 13 August, so sell this as the legendary Byblos club experience.
Friday, 14 August
Carlita DJ Set & Liberation Fireworks
Daytime: Relaxed Beach Beds
Choose from: Byblos Beach, Loulou, Club 55, or Gigi
Rather than another heavy lunch party, settle in with beach beds and light Mediterranean fare.
Afternoon — Shellona: Carlita
Experience: Main confirmed music booking. DJ Carlita brings energy to the afternoon.
Vibe: Building toward evening's major fireworks.
8:30–9:00 p.m. — NOTO or L'Opéra (Dinner)
Primary choice (NOTO):
Client dines on the port side and can move toward the fireworks afterward. Port-side location is strategic.
Alternative (L'Opéra):
Theatrical dinner-show. 2026 programme inspired by Philippe Shangti's Luxury Futuristic World collection. No date-specific artist announced for 14 August.
11:30 p.m. — Liberation Fireworks
Experience: Official pyro-melodic display over the harbour at Môle Jean-Réveille.
Critical logistics: Traffic and pedestrian restrictions around the port will affect transfers. Build this into the evening plan.
Why important: This is one of the Riviera's major summer events. Not to be missed.
12:30 a.m. onward — Les Caves du Roy (Nightclub)
Reserve club table in advance. This is likely to be one of the busiest nights of the stay.
Saturday, 15 August
The Major Party Day
Two strong but competing afternoon choices:
Do not attempt both Nikki Beach and Shellona on the same afternoon. Pampelonne traffic, parking and entry procedures would weaken the experience.
Option A: Nikki Beach with Claptone
Lunch & Beds: ~1:00 p.m. onwards
Iconic large club with pool and lounge. Premium nightlife with sophisticated daytime experience.
5:00–7:00 p.m. — Claptone Live DJ Set
Confirmed performance from the renowned house/deep house DJ Claptone. Two-hour peak-time set.
Nikki Beach also runs its "Saturdance" Saturday atmosphere all day.
Why choose this: Stronger option for glamorous, recognisable, highly social Saint-Tropez celebration.
Option B: Shellona with Adriatique
Sunset Hour — Adriatique
House music-focused performance. More music-focused and closer to an Ibiza-style sunset event.
Stronger option for serious house music clients.
Why choose this: Deeper musical experience and less mainstream than Nikki Beach.
Evening — L'Opéra
Experience: Saturday is the ideal evening for the complete L'Opéra dinner-show experience. Theatrical dinner with international artists.
2026 programme inspired by Philippe Shangti's Luxury Futuristic World collection.
Late Night — Les Caves du Roy
Prioritise a proper table rather than guest-list entry. This is the peak night of the stay and will be at capacity.
Sunday, 16 August
Elegant Closing Day
12:30 p.m. — Byblos Beach (Recovery Lunch)
Experience: Assuming the client has the full day available. Calmer, elegant recovery lunch with sunbeds.
Refined elegance with Byblos service.
Late Afternoon — Shellona: WhoMadeWho
Experience: Excellent closing event. Melodic, sophisticated and less commercially obvious than Nikki Beach.
WhoMadeWho bring refined house music sensibility to the sunset.
Option 1: Hôtel Byblos Progression (If staying nearby)
The cleanest final-night progression:
- • Byblos Skybar: Aperitif with sunset views
- • Il Giardino: Dinner 8:30–11:30 p.m. (welcomes outside guests)
- • Les Caves du Roy: After-dinner nightclub (same Byblos world, no transfers)
Why this works: Seamless evening without unnecessary transfers. Refined progression.
Option 2: Checkout Day
If 16 August is the checkout day, reduce to Byblos Beach lunch only.
Concierge Support
Reservations & Transfers
Advance reservations recommended for all venues, especially Les Caves du Roy on 14 August (Liberation fireworks peak night) and 15 August (party night). Private car service advised for transfers between beach clubs and port (especially around 11 p.m. fireworks).
Dining Partnerships
NOTO, L'Opéra, and Byblos restaurants have established relationships with villa concierges. Mention your villa provider when booking to ensure seamless coordination and potential priority seating.
Beach Club Entry
Beach clubs offer day passes and evening guest list entry. For confirmed weekend parties at Nikki Beach and Shellona, advance guestlist registration ensures smooth entry and optimal VIP positioning.
Fireworks Viewing
Port-side restaurants (NOTO) offer dedicated fireworks viewing. Book by 13 August to secure premium seating. Alternatively, private boat access can be arranged for waterfront viewing.
Ready to Plan Your Stay?
This confirmed programme gives you a framework for an unforgettable four days. Each element—from Byblos opening to the Liberation fireworks to the final Shellona sunset—is designed for seamless progression and maximum enjoyment.