From trail runs and networking events to live concerts, stargazing sessions and family-friendly festivals, September promises a packed calendar in Mauritius. Whether you want to make new professional connections, take on a sporting challenge, explore the night sky or dance by the sea, here are the events worth adding to your diary.
Shaan Live: an evening celebrating love and friendship on 5 September
Indian singer Shaan will take to the stage at the Swami Vivekananda International Convention Center for his show "Love in Concert". The evening pays tribute to love in all its forms, as well as to the friendship between Shaan and the late singer KK, who passed away in 2022. Born Shantanu Mukherjee, Shaan has recorded numerous songs for Indian cinema and hosted several popular music programs. Mauritian audiences will get to hear some of the defining songs of his career in a fully seated show.
Practical information
Venue: Swami Vivekananda International Convention Center, Pailles
Date: Saturday 5 September 2026
Times: 8 pm to 10:30 pm; doors open at 5 pm
Tickets: Rs 1,250 to Rs 7,500 depending on category, subject to availability
Note: tickets will be more expensive at the door. Security checks will be in place, and outside food and drinks are not permitted.
Mentor Talk: five professionals share their journeys on 11 September
L'Escoffier Luxury Institute Mauritius and Montecristo Entertainment Ltd are hosting the inaugural edition of Mentor Talk, an evening dedicated to experience sharing, leadership and professional networking.
Five speakers from the worlds of gastronomy, automotive, hospitality, real estate and luxury marketing will reflect on their career paths, the pivotal choices they made, the challenges they faced and the lessons they took away. Speakers include Sandy Scioli, Culinary Director of L'Escoffier Luxury Institute Mauritius; Sapan Etwaroo, Chief Operating Officer of several companies within the Leal Group; Jade Elodie Bissessur, Director of Learning and Development at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita; Christine Ramdiane, General Manager of Domaine de Grand-Baie; and Émilie Bègue-Guerel, Marketing Manager at Pam Golding Properties Mauritius.
The event is aimed at professionals, managers, entrepreneurs, and students, as well as anyone considering their next career move. The goal is to give attendees the chance to connect directly with the speakers and build new contacts in a more relaxed setting than a traditional conference.
Practical information
Venue: Escoffier Luxury Institute Mauritius, St Pierre
Date: Friday 11 September 2026
Times: 6 pm to 8 pm
Price: free
Audience: professionals, entrepreneurs, managers and students
Registration: call (+230) 5933 3180
Note: places are limited, and advance registration is required.
CIEL Ferney Trail: running between mountains and lagoon on 12 September
The CIEL Ferney Trail returns for its 19th edition, bringing together more than 4,200 participants in the south-east of the island. Four routes are on offer: a 5km Fun Run, plus 10km, 18km and 35km trail runs suited to different ages and experience levels. Runners will pass through the landscapes of Ferney, taking in fields, rivers, hills and sweeping views of the mountains and Grand Port lagoon. The 5km route is open to participants aged 6 and over, while the longer distances are designed for more experienced runners. The 35km, with around 1,500 meters of positive elevation gain, is reserved for those aged 18 and over.
The event also brings together sport, solidarity and inclusion. A fundraising campaign has raised approximately Rs 1.135 million for Breast Cancer Care, APEIM and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Two joëlettes will also allow Kiara and Alexandre to take part in the 10km route.
Practical information
Start location: near the former Ferney sugar mill
Date: Saturday 12 September 2026
Routes and start times: 35km at 6 am; 18km at 6:30 am; 10km at 8 am; 5km Fun Run at 9:30 am
Minimum age: 6 for the 5km, 12 for the 10km, 16 for the 18km and 18 for the 35km
Public entry fees: Rs 600 for the 5km, Rs 1,000 for the 10km, Rs 1,300 for the 18km and Rs 1,500 for the 35km
Note: a medical certificate is required to enter the 35km route.
Mystik Garden Festival: Afro-House and Melodic Techno by the sea on 12 September
Mystik returns to The Residence Mauritius for a new edition of its open-air festival, held in the resort's gardens just steps from the beach. The day brings together three international artists: AVÖ, a Portuguese DJ and producer with Afro and Melodic House influences; ARYMÉ, a Paris-based DJ and producer; and Tori Levett, an Australian singer, producer and DJ. Several local artists will round out the lineup, with a program built around Afro-House, Afro-Tech, Techno and Melodic Techno. The experience will also feature LED screen visuals, special effects, dedicated seating areas, and a range of food and drink outlets managed by the resort.
Three ticket categories are available. VIP and VVIP packages include access to reserved areas and backstage, while VVIP ticket holders will also have the opportunity to meet the international artists.
Practical information
Venue: The Residence Mauritius, Belle Mare
Date: Saturday 12 September 2026
Times: 3 pm to 11:30 pm
Prices until 3 September: Rs 1,800 for general access, Rs 3,000 for VIP and Rs 4,000 for VVIP
Prices from 4 to 12 September: Rs 2,000 for general access, Rs 4,000 for VIP and Rs 5,000 for VVIP
Note: gates close at 5 pm. Parking is limited, so organizers recommend carpooling or arriving by taxi or private driver. Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
Note: several singers and DJs will perform throughout the evening. Check the entry conditions at the time of booking.
Hilton Charity Trail: three routes to support local charities on 19 September
The Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa is hosting a new edition of its Charity Trail, a fundraising race offering three routes of 5km, 10km and 21km through the landscapes of Wolmar.
The 5km is ideal for beginners and families, while the 10km and 21km routes offer a more demanding challenge for seasoned trail runners. Funds raised and the momentum generated by this edition will support École Familiale de l'Ouest, Atelier Mozart, and Cleff Care, which works alongside the Smile Train program.
Beyond the race itself, the event aims to bring the community together around sport and three local causes. Separate rankings will be available by distance, age category and gender.
Au bout de mes rĂŞves, Pour que tu m'aimes encore, Il me dit que je suis belle, L'Envie and AĂŻcha are among the tracks set to be reimagined on stage. The production is under the artistic direction of Erick Benzi, a long-time collaborator of Jean-Jacques Goldman.
Audience: a ticket is required from age 3. Children under 3 may enter free of charge but must remain on a parent or guardian's lap.
Note: food and drinks will be available for purchase on site but may not be consumed inside the auditorium. Outside food and beverages are not permitted.
Astronomy Day: a free stargazing evening on 19 September
Astro Mauritius is inviting the public to Flic-en-Flac beach for a free evening to mark Astronomy Day. The aim is to make astronomy accessible to everyone in a relaxed setting, right by the sea.
Several telescopes will be set up to observe the Moon, planets, stars and other celestial objects visible from Mauritius. A short documentary on space exploration will also be screened during the evening.
Space-themed painting kits will be available to purchase. Attendees are welcome to bring their own beach chairs and a picnic basket to enjoy a comfortable evening under the stars.
What to bring: beach chairs and, if you like, a picnic basket
Note: attendees may be photographed or filmed. Astro Mauritius may use images in its digital or print communications.
L'Aventure Live: nine hours of music and entertainment on 26 September
The gardens of L'Aventure du Sucre will play host to L'Aventure Live, a nine-hour festival combining concerts, DJ sets, food and family-friendly entertainment.
Goodluck, one of South Africa's best-known live electronic music acts, will headline the event. The duo blends vocals, electronic beats and saxophone in performances built to get the crowd moving. Several Mauritian artists will also feature on the program, including Yvette Dantier, Jason Lily and Waves Quartet. The H.O.T. DJs will handle the transitions between sets.
A dedicated area, Ti Aventure Kids, will offer activities and entertainment for children until 6 pm. A variety of themed bars and food stalls will be set up throughout the gardens. A VIP terrace, reserved for adults only, will complete the experience.
Practical information
Venue: L'Aventure du Sucre, Beau Plan
Date: Saturday 26 September 2026
Times: 1 pm to 10 pm
Advance ticket prices: Rs 350 for children aged 3 to 12, Rs 950 for ages 13 and over, and Rs 1,500 for VIP access (18 and over only)
Audience: family event; children must be accompanied by a parent
Note: Ti Aventure Kids will be open from 1 pm to 6 pm. Tickets will be more expensive at the door, subject to availability. Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
Golden Era: a full night dedicated to EDM on 26 September
Following a first edition that drew more than 1,000 electronic music fans, Golden Era returns to Big Willy's for a night entirely devoted to the biggest tracks in EDM.
The lineup features French DJ and producer FAVRO alongside several Mauritian artists: Navy, Vee, Tony Montana, Preet and Vishal. Progressive House, anthemic melodies and festival classics will drive the night through to the early hours.
This second edition promises a larger stage, LED screen projections, lasers, COâ‚‚ effects and confetti drops. The event is aimed squarely at those who want to relive the electronic sounds that defined the great festivals of recent years.
Practical information
Venue: Big Willy's, Tamarin
Date: Saturday 26 September 2026
Times: 10 pm to 5 am
Age: 18 and over
Advance ticket prices: Rs 600 for general access and Rs 1,000 for the backstage experience
Note: security checks will be carried out at the entrance. Sharp objects, glass containers, perfumes, candles, fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices are prohibited. Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
A journalist, holder of the DALF C1 and C2 and a diploma from the University of Mauritius, I have nearly twenty years of writing experience. After six years in the Mauritian press, I joined Expat.com, where I have been working for over a decade, including five years as editorial assistant, and now as editorial manager.
