Quebec Summer Festival Overcomes Storm to Resume Concerts on July 18

A thunderstorm forced the Festival d’été de Québec to delay its opening on July 18, 2026, pushing the start time to 20:00 and cancelling several early‑day performances, including Bird of Prrrey and General Chaos. Despite the rain, lines formed before the delayed opening and the audience remained engaged.

When the weather cleared, the festival resumed with a high‑energy set by Goldfinger, who delivered a 60‑minute “best‑of” show featuring 15 songs. The band also invited children onstage during “Mable,” adding a festive, community‑focused moment. Other acts, such as local group Malaimé Soleil and guest vocalist Charlotte Brousseau, performed after a brief postponement, receiving strong audience response despite the shortened schedule.