The mayor of Nice, Éric Ciotti, announced on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, September 12, that he had canceled a wedding originally scheduled for the same day due to public order issues on a highway. Ciotti explained that a wedding procession had blocked the highway and caused multiple violations of the Road Code. He called for the mobilization of municipal police and canceled the wedding, which was set for 11 am at Phoenix Park. Ciotti emphasized that in Nice, weddings should not involve reckless driving or rule violations, stating that any wedding causing public disturbances would be automatically canceled. His message included a photo of two motorcyclists, though it is unclear if they were related to the event. This is not the first time a mayor in Nice has canceled a wedding over similar issues. In January of last year, Christian Estrosi, who was then mayor of Nice, canceled a wedding at the last minute due to "multiple violations of the Road Code," including excessive speed, dangerous driving, and blocking of a specific highway lane. Vehicles were also seen exiting onto the main lane to dance and display flags. Estrosi, who was later removed from office in March, stated that the decision followed the city’s wedding charter, which all couples sign. The charter outlines rules for wedding processions and includes the presence of local officials, such as Imen-Jaidane, during such events. The incidents highlight ongoing concerns about public safety and traffic management during large events in the city. Mayors have increasingly taken a firm stance on enforcing traffic regulations during weddings, which often involve large processions of vehicles. These events can cause significant disruptions, particularly on busy highways, prompting local authorities to intervene. City officials have emphasized the importance of following traffic laws to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of all road users. The use of a wedding charter, which outlines specific guidelines for such events, aims to balance the celebration of weddings with the need to maintain public order. However, the enforcement of these rules has sometimes led to controversy, as some couples feel their traditions are being unfairly restricted.