Québec City International Festival of Military Bands

World renowned military bands join forces for this prestigious event, held over 6 days at the end of August. The Québec City International Festival of Military Bands is a unique musical event with its wealth of culture and heritage. The cradle of French America and a UNESCO World Heritage City, Old Québec is proud to welcome the best Canadian Military Bands and other major Military Bands from Europe and the Americas. During the Festival, don’t miss the Québec City Military Tattoo, a whirling kaleidoscope of music and display featuring 800 musicians in a stunning mix of music and spectacular choreographies. You will be enthralled by the drums and pipes, the drill teams and the mass band performances. Moreover, Bands will perform in various events, such as the popular free outdoor concerts and the Festival Parade. The Festival also presents two days with animation for families.