Festivals and Events
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You are invited to discover the friendly people of the James Bay region by participating in these events!
January to March 2010Camoplast-SCM Snow-Cross Championship Oujé-Bougoumou / 418-745-2766 Mistissini / 418-923-3177 Chapais / 418-745-3289
End January 2010Antique snowmobiles Super Rallye Chibougamau / 1-866-748-4572, Every year, hundreds of antique snowmobiles participate at the tournament throught the woods.
Mid-February 2010Polar Challenge des Minounes Chapais / 418-745-2680 This 50 km snowmobile ride passes through the forest on a surfaced trail but off the federated trails. It focuses on the participation of antique snowmobiles and not on the speed and performance. The event takes place in a friendly atmosphere. Race winners are determined by a freelance card (poker) and participants share more than $5,000 in prizes.
Beginning of March 2010James Bay Festival Folifrets Chibougamau / 418-748-6060 A four-day winter celebration festival. Dancing, shows and activities for everyone.
Beginning of March 2010Winter Carnival Valcanton / 819-941-2101 Snowmobile rally, crowning of the snow-queen, games, music and activities for all. Lots of surprises are planned for this year’s 40th edition!
April 16th to 18th, 2010Chibougamau Inter-Regional Bowling Tournament Chibougamau / 1-877-420-5996 This High calibre competition takes place in the Salle de quilles Bolorama and attracts more than 300 people. Men and women from different regions across Quebec compete for up to $30,000 in prizes. Quebec’s best bowlers come and measure their talents against locals from Chibougamau. Come and see these great bowlers compete, it’s worth the trip.
June 18th to 27th, 2010James Bay Walleye Festival Chapais / 1-877-846-2020 Fishing is my passion, The James Bay Walleye Festival is my destination! Family activities and shows for everyone are part of the biggest fishing tournament in Quebec. With more than $110,000 in prizes and money, everyone is a winner. Held on Lake Opémiska, 10 km west from Chapais, the site has a large free parking lot, paved boat launches, a welcoming office, washrooms, as well as a walking trail that links to Opémiska campground. Both amateurs and professionals are invited to heed the lure of the walleye!
June 19th to 24th, 2010Saint-Jean-Baptiste Festival Lebel-sur-Quévillon / 819-755-4826 From the traditional parade to the huge bonfire, or our softball tournament and ending with our amazing fireworks display. Come and celebrate with us!
July 4th, 2010First Nations Day Chibougamau / 418-748-7667 This event is both cultural celebration and bridge to intercultural understanding. The day begins with a ceremony celebrating the first steps of infants who walk in public for the first time and as a result become part of the community. This is followed by fun and games where athletes and artisans can display their talents. These activities are followed by a makoushan – feast where everyone is welcome!
July 27th to August 3rd, 2010Nautical Festival Lebel-sur-Quévillon / 819-755-4826 The festival takes place on the municipal beach. Event includes a volleyball tournament, various races on the lake, horseshoe tournament, family treasure hunt, egg toss, and indoor shows and concerts from Thursday to Sunday night.
August 6th to 9th, 2010August Festival Chibougamau / 418-748-7195 The August festival is the biggest cultural event that takes place in Northern-Quebec during the summer. It is held in downtown Chibougamau on an outdoor stage. This very popular festival attracts nearly 5,000 per day for the 4 days of festivities. More than 75 Northern Quebec artists perform, as well as performances from professional well-known groups. There is also a Kid’s Day, a fireworks display, a car radio contest, a beach volleyball tournament and much more!
Summer 2010Football Troilus Chibougamau / 418-748-8160 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it / www.inmetmining.com or http://footballchibougamau.com Troilus, a division of Inmet Mining Corporation, has been supporting a football team since 1997. The Chibougamau Troilus is made up of teens from 15 to 18 years of age living in Chibougamau-Chapais. For more information about the Inmet Mining Corporation or to find out more about the football team’s schedule please check out our website.
September 4th to 7th, 2010James Bay Horse Festival Villebois / 819-941-2638 or 819-333-4727 In the beautiful setting of the Fenouillet hills, come and participate in one of the numerous horse activities that are part of the festival. Horse enthusiasts come together for beautiful rides on sand trails, lunches in the forest and friendly competitions in the carousel. There is a bar on site as well as restaurants that serve traditional cuisine with music and entertainment during the evenings. Rustic camping and limited lodging available
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