Cannes Lions

Official Representatives 

Cannes Lions in Aotearoa

The Comms Council is proud to be the official representative of Cannes Lions in Aotearoa, where the global advertising and communications industry meets to celebrate the best creative work.

Cannes Lions is the ultimate platform for groundbreaking insights, world-class learning, and unrivalled networking with the brightest minds in the industry.

Cannes Lions 2025

International Festival of Creativity | 16-20 June

With the global advertising industry coming together in June, you’ll learn from the biggest ideas, meet like-minded people and get inspired by the best.

See groundbreaking creativity come to life when work is awarded, and when influential thought leaders take the stage. People from all over the world will be there, so you can meet those you don’t usually cross paths with, and those you do. Experience the biggest brands first-hand, or bring your own business to the world stage.

Wherever you’re at in your creative career, coming to Cannes Lions will leave you with unmatched learnings, experiences and connections. Arrive curious, leave inspired.

Scholarships and Funding

Applications are open for See It Be It, The ERA Programme, and the LIONS Scholarship—offering funded or partially funded opportunities to attend Cannes Lions 2025. Applications are free, and these programs provide valuable access to the festival, including opportunities for learning, development, and networking on a global stage.

Whether you're interested in creative leadership, promoting diversity and inclusion, or advancing your career, these programmes offer support to help you attend Cannes Lions.

Find out about each below and apply today.

 
 
LIONS - See it Be It

See It Be It

Forges paths for women and non-binary people in the creative industry, accelerating their careers.
LIONS - ERA Programme

The ERA Programme

An initiative by LIONS aimed at fostering diversity and inclusion in the creative industry.
LIONS - Scholarship

LIONS Scholarship

For next generation talent, offering five places in the Brand Marketers and Creative Academies.

Thinking of attending Cannes in 2025?

 
If you've never attended the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, there's a lot to consider.
If you are keen to learn more, register your interest below.