The confirmed announcement
The festival page lists 21–25 June 2027. The Call for Content guide says proposals opened on 12 October 2026, close on 30 November and successful applicants are expected to be contacted by the end of January.
What the festival includes
The event combines awards, talks, live judging, brand activations and meetings across the Palais and Cannes. A useful programme separates award-related, learning, media, client and partnership priorities.
Speaker submissions need a real editorial proposition
The organiser asks for thought leadership and original thinking. A proposal should state the audience problem, evidence, speaker authority and practical value rather than read as a product pitch.
Plan meetings around geography
The official programme is only one layer of the week. Confirm whether each meeting is inside the Palais, at a hotel, on a beach venue or elsewhere, and leave walking and access time.
Coordinate guests and executives
Prepare a daily briefing with passes, transport, speaking commitments, meeting owners, contact numbers and approved public messages. Keep invitations and confirmed access clearly distinguished.
How Access can support
ICON IMAGE Private Access can coordinate festival attendance, executive schedules, introductions, guest communication and independent events around Cannes Lions.