Dear all,
With only two weeks until the 72nd edition of Cannes Lions kicks off, we hope you’re as excited as we are to join us, whether in person or tuning in virtually.
To support your coverage, here are the latest updates from the Press Office - everything you need to stay informed and prepared as the Festival approaches.
With only two weeks until the 72nd edition of Cannes Lions kicks off, we hope you’re as excited as we are to join us, whether in person or tuning in virtually.
To support your coverage, here are the latest updates from the Press Office - everything you need to stay informed and prepared as the Festival approaches.
Latest updates
- The Festival app is now live. We recommend downloading this so that you receive up to date Festival information, access to the delegate networking tool and the interactive map. For any queries or support please contact appsupport@canneslions.com.
- Join us for an exclusive Press Briefing, followed by a drinks reception on Sunday 15 June from 17:30-19:00pm CET at the Cannes Lions School Campus. Hear directly from Cannes Lions representatives about what’s new for this year, a preview of 2025 highlights and how to navigate the Festival. Spaces are limited, so please RSVP here.
Speakers & Sessions:
The 2025 Content Programme continues to evolve with our Talent & Culture stream expanding with new sessions, such as ‘The Late-Night Hustle: From Comedic Gold to a Business Empire’ with Jimmy Fallon, Bozoma Saint John and Savannah Guthrie, and Emily Graham and Michael Maslansky join our Changemaker series for a candid conversation on how to drive change in the industry.
The Creativity Toolbox stream also expands with the session, ‘Art, Commerce and New Rules of Filmmaking with Brady Corbet’, featuring Director, Brady Corbet, and Bloomberg Businessweek Editor, Brad Stone.
The Creativity Toolbox stream also expands with the session, ‘Art, Commerce and New Rules of Filmmaking with Brady Corbet’, featuring Director, Brady Corbet, and Bloomberg Businessweek Editor, Brad Stone.
Partner activations:
During the Festival week our official partners will host inspiring talks, VIP guests, networking events and immersive experiences across the city of Cannes. Expect unforgettable experiences including hands-on crafting at Pinterest’s Manifestival, meeting top athletes at Stagwell’s SPORT BEACH and AR exploration with Meta. For more information on our partner spaces and how to access them can be found here.
Please note that you may need to pre-register in order to access some of these spaces.
Please note that you may need to pre-register in order to access some of these spaces.
Key Dates:
Press Accreditation closes on Tuesday 10 June 2025, 11.59PM BST.
If any of your colleagues still need to register then please let them know.
We cannot guarantee capacity to process additional press accreditations during the Festival or after this date. The Cannes Lions Press Team reserves the right to decline late or onsite requests.
If you're unable to attend the Festival in person, we don't want you to miss out! You can still attend Cannes Lions through our digital experience, by applying for press accreditation.
Get a digital view into the 2025 Festival with live streamed daily Awards Shows, a curated selection of live streamed talks from our Lumiere, Debussy and Rotonde stages, plus talks from all official Festival stages that are available until 11 July. Access to the live stream begins on day 1 of the Festival (16 June).
If any of your colleagues still need to register then please let them know.
We cannot guarantee capacity to process additional press accreditations during the Festival or after this date. The Cannes Lions Press Team reserves the right to decline late or onsite requests.
If you're unable to attend the Festival in person, we don't want you to miss out! You can still attend Cannes Lions through our digital experience, by applying for press accreditation.
Get a digital view into the 2025 Festival with live streamed daily Awards Shows, a curated selection of live streamed talks from our Lumiere, Debussy and Rotonde stages, plus talks from all official Festival stages that are available until 11 July. Access to the live stream begins on day 1 of the Festival (16 June).
Useful links:
- Book an interview room: https://canneslionspress.simplybook.it/v2/#
- Festival programme: https://www.canneslions.com/festival/programme#/agenda
- Speaker line-up**: https://www.canneslions.com/festival/speakers
*If you have any accessibility requirements, please reach out to accessibility@canneslions.com with any questions you may have
**For interview requests please email press@canneslions.com
Please reach out to the Press Team with any questions you may have, either via email or our new LiveChat service.
Best wishes,
Cannes Lions Press Team
Best wishes,
Cannes Lions Press Team
