# Summer festivals and cultural events in Rimouski

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/summer-festivals-and-cultural-events-in-rimouski
> Updated: 2026-08-21T22:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The city of Rimouski is hosting a series of summer events, beginning with the “Terrasses urbaines Rimouski Hyundai” festival program from July 10 to August 9, 2026. This initiative includes weekly “5 à l’Angélus” concerts in the downtown pedestrian zone. Concurrently, the 81st Expo agricole de Rimouski opened on July 29, featuring agricultural displays, regional producer highlights, and various amusement rides.

Following these events, the Rimouski Intercultural Festival took place from August 21 to 23 at Place des Anciens-Combattants. The festival focused on cultural diversity through music, gastronomy, and workshops. A programming update noted that Atikamekw artist Kris Kinokewin replaced Eadsé for the closing performance on August 23.

## Claims

- The Rimouski Intercultural Festival takes place from August 21 to 23 at Place des Anciens-Combattants. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Kris Kinokewin will replace Eadsé as the closing performer for the Rimouski festival on August 23. (single source)
- The Rimouski festival features artists such as Rei, NAXX BITOTA, and Sonido Pesao. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: Rimouski Intercultural Festival celebrates diversity with musical updates

The Rimouski Intercultural Festival runs from August 21 to 23, featuring diverse global music and culture. Kris Kinokewin will now provide the closing performance on August 23.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rimouski-intercultural-festival-celebrates-diversity-with-musical-updates

### 2026-07-27: Rimouski kicks off summer with festivals and an agricultural expo

Rimouski's summer season features the Terrasses urbaines Rimouski Hyundai series (July 10‑Aug 9) and the 81st Expo agricole opening July 29 with 15 rides, drawing families and regional producers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rimouski-kicks-off-summer-with-festivals-and-an-agricultural-expo

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