An immersion in Québec’s living heritage

Are you simply itching to come to the Virée Trad at Carleton-sur-Mer, in the Baie-des-Chaleurs area in the Gaspésie region? To be on the floor of the Gaspésie Convention Centre among 400 dancers for the Saturday traditional dance night, to see around fifteen shows indoors or on the outdoor stage (traditional music, song, and dance), to enjoy what the fifty or so producers and artisans of the largest market in Gaspésie have to offer, to take part in various workshops (jig, violin, guitar, basketwork), to have fun on the different obstacle courses from the Satourne circus school from Rimouski, or to visit an exhibition.
Don't worry, you're not the only one!
More than 7000 festival goers show up at Carleton-sur-Mer on Thanksgiving weekend. Nestled between mountain and sea, Carleton-sur-Mer welcomes festival goers in a breathtaking site. Not only that, but before seeing the city outline, there is a palette of magnificent colours along the highway, which is so typical of fall! But it is not enough to feast your eyes, you also have to feast your body. With that in mind, you’ll be able to enjoy a catering service prepared by the Bakery-Pastry Shop La Mie Véritable, featuring local products along with a vegetarian option from “Le Comptoir”. The perfect setting to share a great moment over a delicious meal, with the sound of traditional music, the sight of smiling festivalgoers and organizing committee members, from all generations alike.