11-14 March 2025

Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France

Marketing Illinois to the world at MIPIM

The MIPM Conference is the premier international commercial real estate event. Attend this conference to network, learn, and make deals March 11-14, 2025. Registration is open.  Illinois REALTORS® members who are commercial industry influencers and industry partners including commercial brokers are encouraged to apply for this reimbursement stipend if they want to:

  • Network at the three-day expo.
  • Learn about the best markets to invest in and valuable incentives across the world
  • Showcase your properties and investment opportunities
  • Engage industry experts
  • Get deals done on-site to expand your portfolio and boost your bottom line

Illinois REALTORS is a sponsor of the 2025 Expo but will not have a booth again this year.  Stipend participants will not be required to work a booth or area as has been asked in the past.

Hear from Illinois REALTORS® members who attended MIPIM 2024

Illinois REALTORS® showcased what the state has to offer to potential international investors at the annual MIPIM property conference in Cannes, France earlier this year. The event brought together 20,000 investors, political leaders and real estate professionals representing 90 different countries. This year, eight Illinois REALTORS® attended to promote global investment in Illinois and learn about trends and opportunities.

Here’s the 411 on going to MIPIM and getting the most out of your visit to Cannes

Because NAR is a partner in the MIPIM Conference, association members get a substantial price break of about 55 percent off the registration cost. To learn about the conference and registration, visit the MIPIM conference website.

Book your room….early

Although it might seem like it’s a big city from the pictures you may have seen of the Cannes Film Festival, Cannes is actually pretty small. There are large hotels in Cannes, but they fill up quickly and are in great demand. MIPIM does have a website to help you get a room, but even basic rooms in Cannes can be €300 and up. There are cheaper options in Nice. You might also check out AirBnB for options.

Transportation

The nearest major airport to Cannes and the MIPIM Conference is Nice (NCE). Or, you can fly into Paris (CDG or ORY) and take the train to Cannes.

Passport

You must have a valid U.S. passport to travel to France, but you do not need a visa. Make sure that your passport has at least six months from the time you leave for France to its expiration date to avoid any customs issues. Passports can usually be obtained in about 6-8 weeks. Information about obtaining a passport can be found on the U.S. Department of State website.

Food

There is an array of options available at all price points. (There’s even a Steak and Shake across from the Palais de Festivals.) There are food vendors inside the Palais, and many of the various countries and companies offer everything from sushi to espresso.

Climate

Cannes has a wonderfully temperate climate, and even in March you’ll rarely need more than a light jacket.

Stipend information

Illinois REALTORS® has information on the ground rules for participating in the MIPIM stipend program.

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