Events

This hike is a tradition in the Festival’s history. A great opportunity to discover the panoramic views of Saint Mary’s Bay. Please bring snacks and water. We also recommend you wear long pants. Perfume-free environment, including bug repellent and sunscreen. There will be scent free bug repellent and sunscreen on location.

Note: The trail is muddy in certain areas

Location : De L’Anse-À-L’Ours to the Cape Saint-Mary

Information : Marcel Comeau (902-645-2001)

Join us in kicking off the 63nd Festival acadien de Clare at the Opening Ceremony! This year we are paying tribute to our amazing local musicians; past and present.

Come listen to a variety of 22 musicians while celebrating our Acadian pride!

This activity is sponsored by:

Clare 250

Grant Thornton

South West Dental

Subway

Unis TV

Come taste some of our delicious food, visit arts and crafts kiosks and enjoy yourself with games and entertainment, all in a friendly and joyful atmosphere!

Location: Université Sainte-Anne, 1695 Highway 1, Church Point

11:00 a.m.: Lumberjack Competition, many categories
11:00 a.m.: Inflatable games
11:30 a.m.: Lions bingo in the gymnasium

Information: Festival acadien de Clare at 902-769-0832

Come and see the oldest Acadian parade, honouring our Acadian businesses, organizations and local groups who are proud to celebrate our Acadian culture with us!
Starting point: Behind Rug Shack, 1002 Highway 1, Little Brook
Destination: Université Sainte-Anne, 1695 Highway 1, Church Point
Time: 1:30 p.m. (the main road will close at 12:30 p.m. from Little Brook to Church Point)
Information: Festival acadien de Clare at 902-769-0832

Delicious food and Acadian humour will be the stars of the show during this year’s edition of the annual dinner theatre, Le matrasse! Having realised that there might be a small fortune left for her in an old mattress, Magitte with the help of Bertha, decides how she’s going to spend it. Everything seems great, but Magitte’s adventures are never how they first seem.

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Delicious food and Acadian humour will be the stars of the show during this year’s edition of the annual dinner theatre, Le matrasse! Having realised that there might be a small fortune left for her in an old mattress, Magitte with the help of Bertha, decides how she’s going to spend it. Everything seems great, but Magitte’s adventures are never how they first seem.

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Come dance and enjoy the fun with the group Pieds à Terre. Caller: Natalie Robichaud. Square dancing and contra dancing. You do not even have to know how to dance to join in. kids are also encouraged and welcomed to come. So come on down and get your swing on!

This activity is sponsored by la Société acadienne de Clare

Youth ages 12 and under are invited to participate in the annual Children’s Acadian Parade, which will start at the Stella-Maris Church and will end at the Villa Acadienne, Meteghan. Prizes will be given to the best groups! Participants and families are invited to stay afterwards for a snack. In case of rain, the activity will be held on Thursday, August 2nd.

Delicious food and Acadian humour will be the stars of the show during this year’s edition of the annual dinner theatre, Le matrasse! Having realised that there might be a small fortune left for her in an old mattress, Magitte with the help of Bertha, decides how she’s going to spend it. Everything seems great, but Magitte’s adventures are never how they first seem.

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Come listen to a theatrical reading of the book “Prudent”. Embark in the incredible history of our ancestors; the first families to live in the Baie Sainte-Marie area. The mesmerizing voice of poet Georgette LeBlanc will transport you into rediscovering our Acadian history.

Delicious food and Acadian humour will be the stars of the show during this year’s edition of the annual dinner theatre, Le matrasse! Having realised that there might be a small fortune left for her in an old mattress, Magitte with the help of Bertha, decides how she’s going to spend it. Everything seems great, but Magitte’s adventures are never how they first seem.

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Bring your family and come join us for a magical night animated by the magician Alain Poirier.

Come enjoy an evening of music played by talented fiddlers of the region!

An entertaining evening with a selection of Nova Scotian wines featuring our special guest Leslee Fredericks (NSLC sommelier) and music with Brian Amirault. Official launching of Clare 250 wines by Petite Riviere Vineyards.

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This concert is for children and their families. There will be singing, guitar playing, harmonica, gazou and podorythmie presented in a comical way. Each song is accompanied by animation, singing, and dancing with a variety of francophone Canadian music.

Jesse and Anglyn Brown have been dancing together over 24 years in dance halls across Louisiana and beyond. There are three Cajun dance styles: the Cajun two-step, the jitterbug, and the waltz. Grab a partner and come learn to cut a rug!

Enjoy a Cajun-themed evening of food and music by Choupique from Louisiana. Gumbo made by Ambroise Comeau will be served as well ($5).

The Festival Acadien de Clare is celebrating its 63nd anniversary, and so, we have prepared a very entertaining celebration for you!

The Grou Tyme is going to be a night you won’t want to miss, featuring Cayouche, Méchants Maquereaux and The Radiateurs.

There will be a paying bar on site for 19+. Transportation will be available through the Transport de Clare.

Come to the Municipal Building and celebrate our Acadian heritage with the official raising of the Acadian flag. There will be a performance by La Baie en Joie, followed by refreshments. In case of rain the activity will be held at the Clare Veteran’s Centre (formerly known as the Royal Canadian Legion Clare Branch #52)

Come and celebrate our Acadian national holiday on august 15th at the beautiful historical site of  “la Petite Chapelle”.There will be a mass at 11:00 am followed by singing and music. Bring your hunger, we will be having a delicious chicken BBQ. There will be games for the young and the young at heart with plenty of prizes to win! And new this year to go with the music, will be some square dancing! We cannot wait to see everyone, so please come and join in on the fun! Please bring chairs!

Tintamarre is an Acadian tradition of marching or driving through one’s community making noise with improvised instruments and other noisemakers, in celebration of National Acadian Day.

We will be leaving from Salmon River Fire Hall and going towards Université Sainte-Anne with a concert to end the night. Your participation in this event is much appreciated. Following the rules of the road is required for the safety of all our participants, including wearing seatbelts.

Information: Clare Recreational Services at 902-769-3655

Come celebrate National Acadian Day at our August 15th Concert featuring music by acadian group, La Virée and acadian dancers La Baie en Joie!