Activities for the week of April 27–May 3
We’re celebrating the return of fine weather with lots of fun events, including the first festival of the season. Fingers crossed that it stays nice and warm!
On the agenda between now and May 3: singing, dancing, games, fine food and reading!
Exciting events!
Nature Nocturne at the Canadian Museum of Nature
Are you looking for a unique outing to enjoy with your sweetheart or with friends? Nature Nocturne evenings are made for you! This Friday night, the Canadian Museum of Nature invites you to take to the dance floor, drink in hand, and (especially) to discover its beautiful exhibitions.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Friday, April 27 at 8 p.m.
$25
All ticket sales are final. No re-entry. For ages 19+ (photo I.D. required). | Cash bar and ATM (bank machine) on site.
Gatineau Beer and Poutine Festival
Poutine lovers will be spoiled this weekend thanks to a brand new festival that brings together two of Quebecers’ favourite things: beer and poutine! A singer, a DJ, microbreweries and poutine makers will be on hand to provide a delicious weekend experience!
Place de la Cité, De la Cité Blvd., Gatineau
April 27–29, Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Admission free; cost to purchase exhibitors’ products
Book fair in Saint-André-Avellin
Come celebrate books and words at the second annual Festin de livres book fair! There will be activities for the whole family, workshops and presentations, and opportunities to meet the authors in attendance. Don’t forget to bring your used books—you can trade them in!
Website in French only
Complexe Whissell, Saint-André-Avellin
Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Local snacks will be available.
A Toast to the Founding Fathers at the Canadian Museum of History
Here’s a perfect activity for history buffs and epicures! Relive the story of the 1864 Charlottetown Conference while sampling the food and wine served at that historic event. The evening will be hosted by historian Timothy Foran, the four-course menu (inspired by the conference) will be prepared by chef Michael Lasalle, and the perfectly matched wines will be presented by world-renowned sommelier Véronique Rivest.
Canadian Museum of History
Saturday, April 28 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
$90 for Museum members, $95 for non-members
Tickets must be purchased in advance. For ages 18+.
Board Game Sundays at Ou Quoi
Not a fan of Sunday-night TV? No problem: Ou Quoi Salon Urbain invites you to Board Game Sundays! Whether you’re on your own, with friends or with Grandma (absolutely!), Mathieu will be on hand to suggest games, explain the rules and serve your favourite cocktails. Who could ask for more?
P.S. Ou Quoi Salon Urbain was ranked #3 among the top 10 bars in the Outaouais. Try their cocktails—they’re amazing!
P.P.S. It’s also the first bar in downtown Gatineau to attempt to meet the Zero Waste challenge by ending the year without throwing out a shred of waste (zero, nothing, nada!).
Ou Quoi Salon Urbain
Sundays from 3 p.m to 1 a.m.; host on site from 7 to 11 p.m.
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