Let’s celebrate together the summer solstice!
Saturday June 20th 2026 at 5:00pm
Association francophone de qathet invites you to its annual Summer Solstice celebration, taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 5:00 PM on the outdoor grounds at 5110 Manson Avenue.
This festive, family-friendly evening will celebrate the arrival of summer and the traditional St. Jean Baptiste Day with outdoor games early in the evening, live music, and a beer garden offered in collaboration with Townsite Brewing. You’ll also be able to enjoy delicious poutines from Just Frys. Come celebrate with us in a warm and welcoming atmosphere!
Free Entry! Everyone Welcome
This event is funded and supported by Heritage Canada and qathet Art!
Evening Schedule
Join us outside the Association francophone de qathet centre at 5110 Manson Avenue!
5:00 PM | Grounds Open
- Family outdoor games (pétanque, croquet, ring toss, bean bag games, badminton, and more)
- Beer garden with Townsite Brewing
- Just Frys Food Truck (poutine & hot dogs)
- Salad bar hosted by AFqa
6:15 PM | Opening Ceremony
Remarks from the President and scholarship presentation
6:30 PM | Live Music: Beach Crashers
8:30 PM | DJ Blaise
10:00 PM | Grounds Close
Beach Crashers
Beach Crashers is a unique group of musicians who will inspire the same warmth as the fire that brought them together. The sincerity of their voices and instruments blends together like a vivid, colourful horizon. At the Summer Solstice celebration, they will perform a bilingual set featuring nostalgic French-language songs!
DJ Blaise
Local DJ Grégory Blais will keep the energy going late into the evening with his festive beats. Come celebrate, dance, and enjoy the good vibes!
