august - Tourisme Laurentides

LIFE UP CLOSE!
EVENTS
AUGUST
2015
For
a complete
list of events
taking place in
the Laurentians
visit the calendar
of events on
laurentians.com
Until August 16
1001 POTS
2435, rue de l’Église, Val-David
1 888 322-7030, extn. 4235 | 1001pots.com
Until August 2
Les Rythmes Tremblant
Tremblant Resort
1000, chemin des Voyageurs, Mont-Tremblant
819 681-3000, extn. 46643 | tremblant.ca
Ten days of thematic concerts highlighting a variety of
musical styles with something sure to please everyone.
A special edition that pays tribute to great stage names
with free concerts presented outdoors at Place SaintBernard. Until August 8
Festival des Arts de Saint-Sauveur
Parc Georges-Filion
Rue Filion, Saint-Sauveur
1 866 908-9090 | fass.ca
The summer event of dance, music and nature. In
the picturesque village of Saint-Sauveur, the festival
welcomes the biggest names in dance and music on
the national and international scene. 10 days of festivities with free and paid performances, a family day,
a dance camp and much more.
The largest exhibition of ceramics in North America.
25,000 original pieces. Workshops and special activities. Until August 29
Festival Classique des Hautes-Laurentides
Upper Laurentians Municipalities
1 855 776-4080 | concertshautes-laurentides.com
Outdoor and indoor classical music concerts during
summer weekends, in different municipalities of the Upper Laurentians. Artistic director: Alexandre Da Costa.
Until October 12
Symposium International d’art-nature
multidisciplinaire
Les Jardins du précambrien
1301, montée Gagnon, Val-David
1 877 858-1222 | jardinsduprecambrien.com
Come walk in the forest, discover works of art,
meet artists, poets, writers, musicians, take part
in creative workshops and multidisciplinary activities. Self or guided tours.
AUGUST 7 TO 9
Legion Canadian Youth Track
and Field Championships
AUGUST 4 TO 8
Festival de la chanson des Laurentides
Augustin-Norbert-Morin Hall
258, boulevard de Sainte-Adèle, Sainte-Adèle
514 947-9278 | chansonlaurentides.com
Come and show your support as you discover the next
generation of singers in the region. This singing competition promises to dazzle audiences with candidates
from all over the province. The semi-finals, the exhibition show (featuring event spokesperson Gabrielle
Destroismaisons and the candidates) and the grand
final will take place in beautiful Sainte-Adèle. AUGUST 5 TO 9
Festi Jazz Mont-Tremblant
Mont-Tremblant - Downtown Sector (Saint-Jovite)
514 994-0543 | jazzmttremblant.com
Imagine five days of free concerts that will have the
heart of Mont-Tremblant beating to the rhythms of
jazz! More than 40 concerts on two outdoor stages
and over 10 performance venues. A unique event in
the Laurentian region.
AUGUST 7 AND 8
Tremblant Beneath the Stars
Tremblant Resort
1000, chemin des Voyageurs, Mont-Tremblant
819 681-3000, extn. 46643 | tremblant.ca
Come and admire the stars and discover the secrets
of our starry skies. Tremblant Beneath the Stars is
the perfect occasion to learn about the wonders of
the night sky and admire the stars above. The perfect
setting for magic moments with the family.
Richard-Garneau Athletics Stadium
401, boulevard du Domaine, Sainte-Thérèse
450 434-1440, extn. 2242 stadedathletismerichardgarneau.com The cities of Sainte-Thérèse and Blainville will welcome the 2015 edition of the Legion Canadian Youth
Track and Field Championships. This competition will
bring together near 1,000 Canadian male and female
athletes aged 17 years old and under. The best ones
will make it to the National Team, the World Championships and maybe, the next Olympic Games.
AUGUST 7 TO 16
Lachute Rodeo – The Cowboy Festival
399, rue Gougeon, Lachute
rodeolachute.com
Two weekends filled with fun activities: Country dance
classes, country bands, exhibitions, equestrian competitions, rodeo events and more. From August 7 to
9: Gymkhana, from August 14 to 16: Lachute Rodeo
– The Cowboy Festival.
AUGUST 7 TO 29
Saint-Jérôme Folk – Cross-Cultural
and Current Music
Amphithéâtre Rolland
360, rue Curé-Labelle, Saint-Jérôme
450 432-0660 | vsj.ca
The city of Saint-Jérôme and En Scène present a new
folk festival in the region. The festival was born from a
desire of unity and community, as evoked by folk music. Moreover, this musical style is gaining popularity in
the province. It is constantly evolving and it offers an
eclectic range that will surely please all audiences.
AUGUST 16
Ironman Mont-Tremblant
Tremblant Resort
1000, chemin des Voyageurs, Mont-Tremblant
819 681-3000, extn. 46643 | tremblant.ca
AUGUST 8
Ultranza Chantecler
Hôtel Le Chantecler
1474, chemin du Chantecler, Sainte-Adèle
514 432-5469 | evenementstopchrono.net
Come and swim in Lac Rond, ride on the mountain bike trails of the Chantecler and run along
marked trails. An enchanting site exclusively
offered for this special occasion. Whether for a
personal challenge or to participate in a team, the
course will offer many possibilities. An unforgettable experience!
AUGUST 9
Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon
Parc au Fil-de-l’Eau / City Hall
1145, rue de Saint-Jovite, Mont-Tremblant
819 429-8395 | demimarathontremblant.com
The 6th edition of the Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon will be held on the streets of Mont-Tremblant.
With unique courses bordering lakes, rivers and golf
greens, this event will allow runners of all levels to
discover this beautiful region. Races of 1, 5, 10 and
21.1 km.
Tremblant is preparing to welcome you for an unforgettable experience during the Subaru IRONMAN
Mont-Tremblant. This amazing event will allow you to
discover Tremblant’s irrepressible energy and cheer
over 2,500 athletes from over 25 different countries,
including Québec’s elite racers. Fifty qualifying slots
for the IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, will be awarded at the end of the race.
AUGUST19 TO SEPTEMBER 2
Tennis Tournament: U12 and U14 Canadian
Junior Championships
Académie internationale Tennis Mont-Tremblant
2900, chemin du Village, Mont-Tremblant
819 681-5959 | tremblant.ca
The best tennis players aged 12 and 14 years old
and under from the 10 Provincial Tennis Associations will be competing in both singles and doubles
to determine this year’s Canadian champions.
Come see the girls and boys who will be playing on
the courts of Mont Tremblant International Tennis
Academy. From August 19 to 25 – U12; from August
27 to September 2 – U14.
AUGUST 22
Blainville en Fête
Parc équestre de Blainville
1025, chemin du Plan-Bouchard, Blainville
450 434-5275 | blainvilleenfete.ca
Huge family festivity with a youth zone, performances
by well-known Québec artists and fireworks.
AUGUST 20 TO 23
Wanderlust Tremblant Festival
Tremblant Resort
1000, chemin des Voyageurs, Mont-Tremblant
819 681-3000, extn. 46643 | wanderlustfestival.com
Wanderlust is a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together the world’s leading yoga teachers, top musical
acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and
winemakers, and much, much more – all in a setting
of breathtaking natural beauty.
AUGUST 22 AND 23
Les Nuits Blues Laurentides
Parc Georges-Filion
Rue Filion, Saint-Sauveur
1 877 528-2553 | valleesaintsauveur.com
If you’re a blues music fan, Saint-Sauveur is the
place to be as Georges-Filion Park hosts some outstanding free shows. The biggest names, as well as
rising stars in blues will shine on the Rona Dagenais
stage during a weekend for music lovers who enjoy
the great outdoors.
Laurentians Tourist information
Bureau at La Porte-du-Nord
450 224-7007 • laurentians.com
info-tourisme@laurentides.com
* In collaboration with the tourist information bureaus of the Laurentians’ region.