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CANNES LIONS

22–25 June 2026

Championing creativity through connections at Cannes Lions

In-Person from Cannes, France

Watch Highlights as the FT hosted a series of exclusive events at Cannes Lions

The 72nd edition of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity took place from 16–20 June 2025 in Cannes, France.

FT Live hosted a series of curated events against the backdrop of the world’s leading festival for creativity in marketing and communications. Across the week, Financial Times journalists were joined by global brand leaders, innovators and cultural voices to examine the forces reshaping the creative economy—from AI and influence to entertainment, media and shifting consumer expectations.

All sessions were chaired by senior FT journalists, offering real-time insight and editorial perspective throughout a dynamic week on the Croisette.

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Understand

Get the big picture. Go beyond your niche and explore the trends reshaping the global creative economy from AI to brand storytelling and beyond.

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Build meaningful connections with the most influential voices in marketing, media, tech and culture right in the heart of Cannes.

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Walk away with bold ideas, actionable strategies and fresh perspectives to drive growth, spark innovation and stay ahead of the competition.

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