WHAT'S ON IN THE OUTAOUAIS, September 7 - 13
September has barely begun and the calendar is already packed with fun things to do! One thing for sure: with events and activities for every taste, we won’t be bored this week in the Outaouais.
Festivals and events!
Rallye Défi
The 26th edition of the Rallye Défi performance car rally, which takes place in Montpellier and several other municipalities in the Papineau RCM, features about 20 speed and performance events in which world-class racers compete for victory!
Montpellier municipal field — 4 Du Bosquet Street, Montpellier.
Thursday, September 6 to Saturday, September 8.
Free. | VIP package from $125.
Montebello Logfest
The little town famous for its log castle hosts the Logfest, a festival celebrating log structures, hardwood carving, and Montebello’s heritage log buildings. Besides visiting the exhibitor fair and watching presentations by expert log builders, you can take guided tours of the Château Montebello and several log houses in the village.
Behind the old Montebello train station — 502 Notre-Dame Street, Montebello.
Friday, September 7 to Sunday, September 9.
Free.
Festival agro-patrimonial de Papineau
The Festival agro-patrimonial de Papineau (Papineau Agro-Heritage Festival) is a great opportunity to celebrate local history and heritage and sample the delights produced and created in the Petite-Nation! In a country setting, learn more about the region’s history through a variety of activities, and stock up on local products at the Foire agro-alimentaire (Agri-Food Fair) showcasing nearly 30 exhibitors and vendors.
Fair: Fromagerie Montebello parking lot — 687-A Notre-Dame Street, Montebello. | Heritage activities: Various locations in Montebello.
Friday, September 7 to Sunday, September 9.
Free. | Certain activities charge admission; tickets available on line.
Riverside Festival
Bringing together over a dozen artists from the international electronic scene, the 6th edition of the Riverside Festival promises to be a memorable celebration, especially now that the party lasts two days! Enjoy music by your favorite DJs and the beautiful site on the shore of the Ottawa River, behind the Canadian Museum of History.
Canadian Museum of History — 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau.
Saturday, September 8 and Sunday, September 9.
Day pass: $50. | Weekend pass: $80.
Focus Classical Music Festival – Beethoven
The National Arts Centre kicks off its Focus Classical Music Festival with a series of concerts, lectures and exhibitions featuring Beethoven. Discover or rediscover the work of this German composer, and learn more about the man behind the music!
National Arts Centre — 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa.
September 13–22.
