May 20, 2026
At the heart of the Cannes Film Festival, in the magical setting of Château de la Croix des Gardes, the Knights of Charity Gala brings together the world's elite for an evening dedicated to childhood. A historic venue that once hosted Princess Grace and Cary Grant, now the stage for one of the Riviera's most coveted charity events.
Château de la Croix des Gardes, Cannes
THE EVENT
An Exceptional Evening for Children
Charitable Mission
- Support for Save the Children & UNICEF
- Sarah's Trust for Children
- ABF for Children & DeliverFund
- Gisele Bündchen Foundation
Prestigious Hosts
- Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York
- Sharon Stone, long-time patron
- European royalty
- International philanthropic elite
Exclusive Premiere
- World premiere of « Diamond »
- Starring Andy Garcia, Bill Murray
- Brendan Fraser, Dustin Hoffman
- Private screening with the cast
Live Performances
- Past editions: Andrea Bocelli
- Robin Thicke in concert
- Surprise international artists
- Live entertainment throughout
YOUR EXPERIENCE
What's Included
Red Carpet & Welcome
- Arrival by official car
- Red carpet at the Château
- Accredited photographers
- Champagne welcome cocktail
Gala Dinner
- Gourmet menu by Michelin-starred chef
- Exceptional food & wine pairings
- French service
- Views over the Bay of Cannes
VIP Networking
- Private table for 12 guests
- Exclusive encounters
- Film & philanthropy elite
- Unrivalled address book
Charity Auction
- Exceptional artworks
- Exclusive experiences
- 100% proceeds to charities
- Highlight of the evening
ONE CAUSE, ONE EVENING
The Must-Attend Philanthropic Event
4th
Edition
since inception
7+
Charities
benefiting
300
Guests
ultra-selected
100%
Proceeds
to charities
BOOKING
Join the Knights Circle
Highly limited seats. Several booking options available: private tables for 12 guests, couples, or individual seats, in Knights, Prime or Silver categories. Contact us for availability and bespoke pricing.
Noble Cause
Childhood & philanthropy
Legendary Venue
Château de la Croix des Gardes
Hollywood Cast
Diamond premiere