“The Greatest Pajamas”
Thursday 14th of May
The free ticket lottery for The Greatest Pajamas Cannes PJ Party 2026 is now closed - thank you for submitting your entry!
We will be sending winning tickets out during Wednesday May 13th, with tickets arriving from Eventbrite. Check your inbox and spam folder!
Winners will have until 8am on Thursday the 14th to confirm their ticket or it will be put back into our lottery for a second run.
This year, we will be filming and photographing the party:
Filming Notice
By your presence at this event, you are informed that video, audio recordings and photography may take place. Your presence at the event venue constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or recorded and authorizes the reproduction, publication, and exhibition of these media for any use, including broadcast, on social networks and the internet. By entering, you waive any claim related to the use of these images. If you do not consent to this, please do not enter."
AVIS DE TOURNAGE ET DE PHOTOGRAPHIE
Par votre présence à cet événement, vous êtes informé que des enregistrements vidéo, audio et des photographies peuvent être réalisés. Votre présence sur les lieux de l'événement constitue votre consentement à être photographié, filmé et/ou enregistré, et autorise la reproduction, la publication et l'exposition de ces supports pour tout usage, y compris la diffusion, sur les réseaux sociaux et Internet. En entrant, vous renoncez à toute réclamation liée à l'utilisation de ces images. Si vous n'y consentez pas, veuillez ne pas entrer.
A few things to know about the world famous Cannes PJ Party, which this year is hosted from 7pm to 11pm on Thursday the 14th of May:
The party was founded by filmmakers Dave DeBorde and Maxim Jago.
They set out to create the best party during the Cannes Film Festival but one where they specifically do not care who comes - all are welcome. If you are a human being, you have a story to tell and we want to hear it.
We’re not kidding - you have to wear pajamas or a onesie (onesie for the win!) to join the party.
We have a professional coat check at the party.
The only way to get a ticket is to win one for free in our lottery (above).
The lottery and the party a completely free (if you have a ticket). Champagne, cocktails, light snacks and a beautiful evening are all included.
The lottery will be drawn around midnight on Tuesday the 12th of May - tell your friends!
Our lovely sponsors (who make it possible to host The PJ Party) get tickets in advance - info here
There is no parking.
No, really, there is no parking at all. Get a ride or the villa is walkable from the palais de festivals.
Getty Images will capture your red carpet moment, speaking of which - our red carpet reaches up the hill.
This year we are supporting the magnificent charity E2AC - check them out - give them your support!
Our focus is always on human connection. This is a family friendly safe space - we take care of the details.
Speaking of “family friendly”, no sexy stuff is allow - long pajamas or onesies only. Really, you won’t be allowed in if anything about your outfit looks X-rated.
We hope everyone will have a fantastic time!
Every year, hundreds of Cannes Film Festival goers come together at the famous Villa Aloha for a night like no other. Tickets cannot be bought for the Cannes PJ Party - they can only be won in a free lottery. At the party, the champagne never runs out, the red carpet runs up the hill, Getty Images captures the moment and you’ll make new friends at the beginning of the festival…
- all in your pajamas!
“The most sought-after invitation … was to British film director Maxim Jago and producer David DeBorde’s annual Cannes Pyjama Party … “The view was astonishing, and there was a nice easy vibe,” said one guest. “But most importantly, the Champagne didn’t stop. That’s what I expect from a party.” And that’s what we expect from Cannes.”
THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL
The iconic Cannes Film Festival is the annual centrepiece of the international entertainment industry. Every year 80,000 attendees from across the globe – including power brokers, tastemakers, celebrities, and visionaries of cinema – converge in the South of France for a spectacular 11-days of film premieres, glamorous fashion, and…
the most famous parties in the world!
THE CANNES PAJAMA PARTY
Seasoned filmmakers Maxim Jago and Dave DeBorde had been attending the Cannes Film Festival for years. Then one fateful festival afternoon…
Dave and Maxim immediately recognized the potential of pajamas! They envisioned an environment where their mentees and students could rub elbows with the elite of international filmmaking, because everybody can be somebody in long pajamas!
Over the last eight years, the fête has grown from penthouse flat to sea view villa, and Maxim and Dave found their calling, creating an environment to nurture connections between industry veterans and emerging talents in a fun and relaxed environment.
There is only one rule to enter their party...
YOU MUST WEAR LONG PAJAMAS!
(or a onesie)
The PJ Party is completely free to attend thanks to our incredible sponsors!
Thank you all for joining us in 2026!
Meet our SPONSORS
With Great Thanks to past Sponsors
The PJ Party is made possible by our extraordinarily attractive sponsors, who cover all the costs so our guests can attend this spectacular event for free. We have an audience of millions, and attendees that span the full gamut of film festival attendees - from film students to major media investors and producers.
If you are interested to join us as a sponsor, just reach out at sponsorship@thepj.party
The films we celebrate at this year’s PJ party
THE PJ PARTY IN THE PRESS
PARTY WITH A CAUSE
Every year, the Cannes Pajama Party supports a charitable cause - this year, we are working with the E2AC - click here to find out more about the amazing work they do.
MEET THE TEAM
Dave DeBorde
Co-founder
&
Co-host
Maxim Jago
Co-founder
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Co-host
Ashley Rieck
Party manager
Nikoline Bangen
Content & graphics
Cosette DeBorde
Party support
