Rimouski kicks off summer with festivals and an agricultural expo

The city of Rimouski is hosting a series of summer festivals under the "Terrasses urbaines Rimouski Hyundai" banner, running from July 10 to August 9, 2026. The program fills the downtown pedestrian zone with live music, food, and informal gatherings, including the weekly "5 à l'Angélus" concerts held on Wednesdays at the Place du 6‑Mai‑1950. Organisers emphasize the outdoor, community‑driven atmosphere that turns the city centre into a seasonal meeting place.

Meanwhile, the 81st Expo agricole de Rimouski opens on Wednesday, 29 July 2026, featuring 15 amusement rides—five of them new (Vertigo, Tornado, Raiders, Puppy Love, Jumping Frog)—and a schedule of agricultural displays, competitions, and family activities through early August. Tickets and multi‑day wristbands are available online or at the pavilion, and the event highlights regional producers and Québec farming heritage.