Summer festivals to put on your calendar
Unique festivals, varied programming and a dynamic atmosphere will liven up the Outaouais this summer! Here are a few must-try summer festivals.
Festival L’Outaouais en Fête
Des Cèdres Park, Gatineau
June 23–26, 2022
With its Francophone artists, carnival rides and fireworks, this is the perfect festival to celebrate Saint Jean Baptiste Day in style!
Festival d'Humour de Gatineau
Place de la Cité, Gatineau
July 7–9, 2022
Before the main event, Gerry Dee performs two English-language shows (a first for the festival), June 17 and 18 at the Théâtre du Casino. Come and laugh out loud in front of big names in comedy such as Mario Tessier, François Bellefeuille, Maxim Martin and many others.
Casino du Lac-Leamy Sound of Light
100 Laurier Street (behind the Canadian Museum of History), Gatineau
August 3–20, 2022
Sound of Light is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! Expect a celebration worthy of this milestone.
Gatineau Beerfest
St-André-Avellin Western Festival
Festival Country du Grand Gatineau
Robert Guertin Arena parking lot, 125 De Carillon Street, Gatineau
August 4–7, 2022
The 30th edition of the festival will feature great names in country music such as Irvin Blais, Matt Lang, Lendemain de Veille, Patrick Norman, Paul Daraîche, Marc Hervieux and about twenty other artists.
Twist Fibre Festival
530 Charles-Auguste-Montreuil Street, Saint-André-Avellin
August 11–14, 2022
Canada’s largest fibre festival turns 10 this year!
Upper Gatineau Whitewater Festival
211 Henri-Bourassa Street (Cité étudiante de la Haute-Gatineau), Maniwaki
August 26–28, 2022
The Ottawa River is internationally renowned for its world-class rapids! One of the largest of its kind in North America, this festival aims to raise public and government awareness of the importance of preserving our rivers in their natural state.
Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival (FMG)
De la Baie Park, Gatineau
September 1–5, 2022
This year marks the festival’s 35th anniversary. Under the theme “My FMG Party,” any reason is good to come and celebrate with family and friends in De la Baie Park! Enjoy renowned Quebec artists such as Les Trois Accords, Salebarbes, Koriass and many more!
Riverside – Festival de musique électro
100 Laurier Street (outside the Canadian Museum of History), Gatineau
September 9–11, 2022
Riverside is the only 100% electronic music festival in the Outaouais.
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For even more suggestions on how to add some fun to your summer, consult the full listings on our Events page.
