The Best Festivals in Saguenay in Summer and Spring

Every year in April, music enthusiasts can revel in an intimate musical atmosphere with the Festival Jazz et Blues de Saguenay. What to expect: local and international artists as well as concerts, jam sessions, workshops and activities for everyone.

How about taking advantage of the spring flood waters to go on an adventure and discover the charms of the Petit-Saguenay River? The Festival d‘eau-vive du Bas-Saguenay offers rafting, kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts white water fun in May.

The municipality of Saint-Fulgence is home to several species of migratory animals that return each year. The Festival de la Bernache is held in May. It celebrates the arrival of more than 10,000 birds such as geese, snow geese, ducks and herons. It’s a meeting place for many ornithologists. Will you be among them?

The Festival Saint-Honoré dans l’Vent is an international kite event. It’s the perfect family activity in the Saguenay. On-site, professional kites, hot air balloons, international guests, continuous entertainment and several activities for children. A beautiful spectacle for the eyes that takes place in June!

This festival in Saguenay has been a must for several years! For 12 evenings in July, Jonquière en musique presents various concerts, free of charge. Famous artists take to the stage, located in downtown Jonquière.

The Festival La Noce shines every July since its beginnings in 2017. Bringing together musical performances and art, this event stands out for its festive spirit. If you like high-profile events, La Noce is for you!

This Saguenay music festival takes place over two weekends each July. With its outdoor shows close to the Saguenay River, the Grands Crus Musicaux feature regional, provincial and international artists.

Here’s to the wine enthusiast in you: you absolutely have to come and take a look at the Festival des vins de Saguenay. During a weekend in July, rue Racine is transformed for this Saguenay festival. It’s an opportunity to taste more than 500 products and meet around fifty winegrowers. Cheers!

Discover new microbreweries and their products thanks to the Festival des bières du Monde, a festival held every summer in July. In addition to beers, don’t forget to attend the outdoor concerts on all three nights of festivities. Fun is guaranteed at this Saguenay festival!

At the end of July in L’Anse-Saint-Jean, the sky lights up with the Festival de la Grande Ourse. An outdoor event, which brings together music shows, food trucks and activities for the whole family.

The Festival de la chanson de Saint-Ambroise is a national French-language singing competition. If you want to discover tomorrow’s artists and participate in a multitude of music-themed activities, we look forward to seeing you at this Saguenay festival held in August!

This festival’s goal is to promote world music. Since 2003, the Festival International des Rythmes du Monde de Saguenay has become a must where show and crafts meet in a festive and colourful atmosphere.

Gymkhana is a riding discipline that tests the agility and speed of horses. By attending the Festival Gymkhana de Falardeau, held in August, you can also attend to musical performances and participate in the following activities: line dancing, mechanical bull riding, jumpai and inflatable games.

This sporting and festive event allows gravel bike enthusiasts to ride surrounded by the breathtaking mountainous landscapes offered by the majestic monts Valin. The Virée des Monts takes place in August.

Looking for even more ideas on what to do in Saguenay? Come discover the events and festivals that take place in fall and winter in Saguenay.