Project scoping
We analyse your business objectives and define the brief. This phase includes assessing the constraints specific to the Nice metropolitan area.
- Detailed brief
- Assessment of local constraints
- Shortlist of relevant venues
Côte d'Azur · South-East
Event agency in Nice
Chroma Technique produces your seminars, conventions and gala evenings in Nice and across the Côte d'Azur.With a venue offer in flux, we scope the site, the technology, access and safety requirements to design a set-up suited to your event.This project scoping aligns decisions before the build.
NICE & RIVIERAAreas covered
10+ yearsof combined experience
TurnkeyTechnical production
Local atlas
Our iconic venues in Nice
Gala Hôtel Negresco
Belle Époque palace hotel · jusqu'à 550 pax
Belle Époque palace hotel
Hôtel Negresco
Belle Époque landmark on the Promenade des Anglais · Salon Royal: 380 banquet / 550 cocktail.
Exceptional venue: technical site visit and discretion required.
380Assis
550Cocktail
3Formats
GalaBanquetEvening event
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Gala Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Villa-museum & gardens · jusqu'à 230 pax
Villa-museum & gardens
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Listed gardens, view over the bay of Villefranche · Exclusive hire from €25,000 excl. VAT.
Heritage site: restricted access, site visit mandatory.
150Assis
230Cocktail
3Formats
GalaLaunchDinner
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General public Allianz Riviera stadium
Stadium & lounges · 35 000 places
Stadium & lounges
Allianz Riviera stadium
12 hospitality lounges · 2,500-space car park, west of Nice.
Large crowds: security, ticketing and circulation to be scoped.
35 000Assis
-Cocktail
3Formats
General publicConventionVIP evening
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Seminar Hyatt Palais de la Méditerranée
5-star Art Deco hotel · ~300 places
5-star Art Deco hotel
Hyatt Palais de la Méditerranée
Listed Art Deco façade, sea view · Integrated casino, seafront.
City centre: low-emission-zone delivery slots to be anticipated.
~300Assis
-Cocktail
3Formats
SeminarConventionGala
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Convention Opéra de Nice
Historic auditorium · 1 083 places
Historic auditorium
Opéra de Nice
Italian-style auditorium with 1,083 seats · Foyers for prestige cocktail receptions.
Historic venue: rigging and build regulated.
1 083Assis
-Cocktail
2Formats
ConventionCeremony
Look at this venue with us → For your galas: Hôtel Negresco (380 guests for a banquet, 550 for a cocktail reception), the Hyatt Regency Palais de la Méditerranée with its listed Art Deco façade, or the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (230 guests outdoors, private hire from €25,000 excl. VAT). For your conventions: Opéra de Nice (1,083 seats), Allianz Riviera (35,000 seats, 12 lounges), Le Méridien on the seafront or the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, 35–45 minutes away via the A8. For exclusive formats: the rooftop terrace of the MAMAC and yachts in Port Lympia.
The Belle Époque villas Ephrussi and Masséna require a technical site visit: protected gardens, staircases and heritage constraints. In Vieux-Nice, the low-emission zone and pedestrian area require early-morning deliveries (6am–11am depending on the sector) and a weight-limit exemption from the Métropole for heavy goods vehicles. We factor in these constraints from the scoping stage for an optimal attendee experience, with no unpleasant surprises.
Areas of expertise
The expertise available in Nice
Beyond the overall organisation of your event, each of our areas of expertise is available à la carte, to support your team or under full management: technical direction, sound, lighting and video, as well as art direction, graphic design, video creation and scenography.
Each assignment is modular: a single area or the full package. We can also help you identify a venue, but we do not book it on your behalf, and we do not organise accommodation or transport for attendees: Chroma is not a travel agency.
5 areas
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Event sound Sound reinforcement, microphones, monitors, listening comfort.
02 Event lighting Atmospheres, lighting design, highlighting.
03 Video and filming Projection, video recording, streaming and post-event content.
04 Event Production Management On-site management, supplier coordination, show-day decisions.
05 Staging and rigging structures Stages, supports, technical integration and safety.
On-site expertise
A Nice event is won before the build
Venue, access, safety, technology: we check the sensitive points before quoting, to avoid late trade-offs, grey areas and show-day blockages.
| Sensitive point | Our answer | For you |
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Access and deliveries | Our answer In Vieux-Nice and on the Promenade des Anglais, we anticipate weight-limit exemptions and pedestrian access to organise deliveries. | For youSmoother deliveries |
Congress venues | Our answer Since the demolition of the Acropolis, we steer your congresses towards suitable alternatives, including the large hotels and the Palais des Festivals in Cannes. | For youA workable plenary |
Safety and venue rules | Our answer We build in the safety obligations and operating rules of the venue, and entrust security to specialist suppliers from our network. | For youOne contact for follow-up |
Riviera calendar | Our answer We take the Nice Carnival and the Cannes Film Festival into account to choose dates according to your budget and venue availability. | For youBetter-chosen dates |
International coordination | Our answer Our technical teams and production managers work in English and Italian to welcome the European and North American audiences served by the international airport. | For youEasier communication |
Production runbook
Our process for your events in Nice
A rigorous five-step process to turn your objectives into concrete reality.
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Tailored technical design
Our technical architects develop a suitable audiovisual running order. We select the most relevant local venues and partners for your format.
- Costed audiovisual running order
- Floor plans and runs
- Venue and supplier approval
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Coordination and logistical planning
We handle pre-event logistics and floor plans. This careful preparation secures the work of every supplier.
- Floor plans and calculation notes
- Supplier coordination
- Technical rehearsals
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Event Production Management on show day
Our team handles on-site orchestration and the real-time management of the unexpected. A single point of contact runs the entire technical set-up.
- Overall technical management
- Single point of contact on site
- Real-time handling of the unexpected
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Post-event follow-up
We produce a full debrief to measure the impact of the event. The audiovisual deliverables are handed over to extend the life of your event.
- Immediate on-site debrief at the end of the event
- Delivery of recorded content
- ROI summary and areas for improvement
Proof of trust
Why companies choose us in Nice
A single point of contact, venues we know in Nice and Cannes, and a team on hand until the debrief: concrete guarantees for your event on the Côte d'Azur.
Our experience with Chroma Technique was absolutely perfect. Communication was clear and proactive. Juhel Sangla helped us create an exceptional event by providing lighting, decoration, projection and sound services. A real pleasure to work with professionals. We highly recommend them!
Juhel and Tanguy put me at ease and supported me throughout my project. A big thank you to them and their team.
A wonderful experience. A professional team that does quality work. Highly recommended.
Single point of contactA dedicated project manager and a detailed, transparent quote
Nice and CannesThe venues we use, including alternatives to the Acropolis
Riviera calendarCarnival, Cannes Film Festival and Vieux-Nice access planned in advance
On hand on show dayEvent Production Management on site, then a debrief after the event
Other locations
Our other agencies, from Paris to Baden-Baden
Many Nice projects extend beyond the city: a convention that starts in Paris, an evening that continues in Monaco. Our other locations cover these moves with the same technical direction.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers for organising your professional event on the Côte d'Azur.
Does the quote cover access?
Delivery, unloading, technical parking, but also physical constraints (ceiling heights, door sizes, goods lifts, floor loading) must be visible at the scoping stage, not discovered a week before the event.
Who runs the technical side?
A single point of contact reduces back-and-forth between the venue, the client, the suppliers and the on-site teams.
Is safety included?
Safety obligations and operating rules are not optional: they are mandatory, under employment law and for everyone's safety. We build them into the scoping from the outset, and security can be entrusted to specialist suppliers from our network.
What happens if the plan changes?
The set-up must plan for trade-offs, alternatives and responsibilities on show day.
Which areas do you cover on the Côte d'Azur?
Our event agency works along the entire Riviera coastline, with targeted expertise in:
- Central Nice: Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice, Cimiez and the Arenas district.
- Western hub: Cannes, Antibes and the Sophia Antipolis technology park.
- East and coastline: Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Beaulieu, Èze and Monaco.
This local presence allows us to deploy our teams and equipment quickly.
With the Acropolis demolished, which venues do you recommend for a large congress?
During this transition period (2024-2027), we adapt our recommendations:
- Large formats: the Palais des Festivals in Cannes (35-45 min) or the Allianz Riviera for large plenary sessions.
- Mid-sized formats (200-500 people): use of hotel capacity such as the Negresco, the Hyatt or Le Méridien.
Two new facilities will take over: the new Palais des Arts et de la Culture (opening 2026) and the future Parc des Congrès at the MIN (2026-27). The former Acropolis site is being converted into an 8-hectare urban forest. Our knowledge of local alternatives guarantees the feasibility of your major plenary sessions.
How do you manage technical access in Vieux-Nice?
Urban logistics in Nice require rigorous preparation, which we master:
- Low-emission zone: anticipating Crit'Air standards for our technical fleet.
- Pedestrian zones: applying for access badges and keeping to early-morning slots.
- Heavy goods vehicles: obtaining weight-limit exemptions from the Métropole.
This logistical planning ensures a smooth technical build without delays.
What are the constraints for an outdoor event on the Promenade des Anglais?
Use of the public seafront is subject to strict regulations:
- Administrative lead times: 6 to 8 weeks minimum for municipal permits.
- Security: application of the reinforced Vigipirate plan.
- Noise: compliance with the curfew and acoustic impact studies if required.
These procedures are handled by the organiser and specialist providers: we build their lead times and constraints into the technical schedule.
Which periods should be avoided for a corporate seminar in Nice?
To optimise your budget and secure venue availability, we keep an eye on seasonality:
- Peak periods: Carnival (mid-February to early March), Cannes Film Festival (mid-May), Cannes Lions (late June), MIPIM (March), MIPCOM (October), high summer.
- Best windows: April, late September, November and early December.
Our advice helps you target the best dates for your professional gathering.
Do you work in English and Italian for international events?
Yes. Nice is an international destination (more than 15 million passengers at the airport, a strong European and North American clientele). Our technical teams and production managers work in French and English, and we draw on many Italian-speaking suppliers thanks to the proximity of Liguria.
Is Chroma a general event agency in Nice?
Our main role is technical: audiovisual production, control, coordination of technical suppliers and securing the set-up. We can work with your agency, your venue or your local suppliers.
Which technical services can be coordinated locally?
Depending on the project, Chroma can coordinate sound, lighting, video recording, streaming, Event Production Management, speaker support and interfaces with the venue.