The Barnes diary: summer 2026 highlights

Art comes to BARNES Côte Basque

Every summer, BARNES Côte Basque celebrates artistic creation by opening the doors of its Biarritz, Hossegor and Saint-Jean-de-Luz agencies for its now eagerly awaited cocktail openings. Elegant and convivial, these gatherings have become highlights of the summer season on the Basque Coast.

For the 2026 edition, three dates will punctuate the summer: the Murielle Vanhove exhibition until 26 June, then an opening on 23 July in Biarritz and another on 6 August in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. So many opportunities to discover singular artistic worlds in a privileged setting, where aesthetes, collectors and art lovers come together.

True to its commitment to the local scene, BARNES Côte Basque shines a light on emblematic artists of the region, such as the painter Thierry de Gorostarzu in Biarritz, Javier Mendizabal, exhibited in Saint-Jean-de-Luz last summer, and the photographer Sylvain Cazenave in Hossegor. Through these events, BARNES Côte Basque affirms its determination to bring art to life within its spaces and to support regional creation over the long term.

BARNES Côte Basque, elegance on the greens, 9th BARNES Golf Challenge

In 2026, BARNES Côte Basque continues the adventure of the BARNES Golf Challenge, which over the editions has become a key fixture of the regional golf calendar. True to its DNA, the event embodies the natural alliance of sport, elegance and the art of living.

This new edition will once again take over the region's emblematic courses, from the Golf de la Nivelle to the Golf d’Hossegor, by way of the Golf de Chiberta and the prestigious Golf de Biarritz Le Phare. So many stages that will pace the season and bring together enthusiasts, clients and partners in exceptional settings:

• Golf de Chiberta: Sunday 26 July, Scramble (2 players)
• Golf du Phare: Sunday 2 August, Scramble (2 players)
• Golf d’Hossegor: Thursday 6 August, Shamble
• Golf de la Nivelle: Thursday 13 August, Scramble (2 players)

More than a competition, the BARNES Golf Challenge stands as a true experience. Each gathering becomes a privileged moment, blending sporting performance, encounters and conviviality in an elegant, relaxed atmosphere. Through this signature event, BARNES Côte Basque confirms its commitment to creating unique moments where exacting standards, passion and the art of living come together.

BARNES Côte Basque, partner of the Biarritz Film Festival – Nouvelles Vagues 2026

A partner of the Biarritz Film Festival – Nouvelles Vagues, BARNES Côte Basque supports an event that fully embodies the cultural vitality of Biarritz. Launched in 2023, the festival quickly established itself as a must-attend gathering, celebrating cinema through the eyes of the new generations.

From 23 to 28 June 2026, Biarritz will live to the rhythm of its 4th edition, driven by a bold international programme. This year, the festival will be chaired by Kristen Stewart, an emblematic figure of contemporary cinema, whose artistic commitment and singularity echo the very DNA of Nouvelles Vagues.

An international competition of unreleased feature films, open-air screenings, encounters and exchanges: the festival offers a unique immersion in the stories and sensibilities of today, in direct touch with the concerns of youth. Through this partnership, BARNES Côte Basque reaffirms its attachment to contemporary creation and cultural effervescence, supporting an event that brings cinema, territory and new inspirations into dialogue.

BARNES Côte Basque, patron of the Malandain Ballet Biarritz

For several years, BARNES Côte Basque has proudly supported the Malandain Ballet Biarritz, a major figure of the contemporary dance scene. Based in Biarritz, the company stands as one of the most respected Centres Chorégraphiques Nationaux, combining artistic rigour, international influence and local roots.

The year 2026 marks a new chapter with the arrival of Martin Harriague as director. A choreographer known for his creative energy and bold writing, he opens a new dynamic, in keeping with the venue's demanding standards and identity. He succeeds Thierry Malandain, creator of the ballet that bears his name.

Through this patronage, BARNES Côte Basque reaffirms its attachment to creation, transmission and the cultural influence of the Basque Country. A shared vision: like exceptional real estate, art unfolds over time, carried by emotion, vision and excellence.