• Pow-Wow, photo credit: Indigenous Tourism Quebec
  • Traditional Pow Wow dance, photo credit: Indigenous Tourism Quebec
  • Photo credit: Indigenous Tourism Quebec

Follow the rhythm and learn about traditions with Indigenous Tourism Quebec

The summer solstice signals the beginning of various celebrations in the Indigenous nations in Quebec. It is a time to gather and discover the rich cultures of the First Nations. Around a large circle, witness traditional songs and dances during a Pow Wow. Discover a fascinating world of stories and legends echoed through storytelling and Indigenous literature. Performances, tastings, crafts and locally made and homegrown products will also take their place as part of this unique experience. Be sure to pay attention to announcements by the Master of Ceremonies during the events.

Indigenous celebrations in Quebec

First peoples' festival

First peoples' festival

2024 dates to be announced (August)

Every glorious summer for 32 years now, the heart of downtown Montreal has been vibrating to the Festival international Présence autochtone. Concerts, [ read more ... ]

Kitigan Zibi Traditional Pow Wow

Kitigan Zibi Traditional Pow Wow

2024 dates to be announced (June)

The Kitigan Zibi Traditional Pow Wow has been an ongoing time of celebration, healing, and spiritual growth. Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg welcomes you to the [ read more ... ]

Innucadie Stories and Legends Festival
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Innucadie Stories and Legends Festival

From August 15 to 18, 2024

The Innucadie Stories and Legends Festival Innucadie is located at the end of Route 138 on the North Coast, is an exceptional event which takes place in [ read more ... ]

KWE! Meet with Indigenous Peoples

KWE! Meet with Indigenous Peoples

From June 14 to 16 and 21, 2024

The KWE! Meet with Indigenous Peoples' event aims to build relationships with Quebec's 11 Aboriginal Nations. On the program: musical performances, pow [ read more ... ]

The First Nations Book Fair

The First Nations Book Fair

2024 dates to be announced (November)

The only event of its kind in Canada, the First Nations Book Fair showcases the talent of Indigenous authors. The event will include round table discussions [ read more ... ]

First Nations Great Summer Gathering

First Nations Great Summer Gathering

2024 dates to be announced (July)

Come and dance in the footsteps of the ancestors to the beat of the teuehikan (traditional drum) and drummer groups. You will be able to smell the scent [ read more ... ]

Pow-wow d'Odanak

Pow-wow d'Odanak

2024 dates to be announced (July)

The Odanak Pow Wow remain faithful to the elements that have made it so popular. The last weekend of July will be devoted to a range of activities against [ read more ... ]

International pow-wow of Wendake

International pow-wow of Wendake

2024 dates to be announced (June-July)

Come live an unforgettable cultural experience with family and friends at the heart of the Huron- Wendat community! Attend the international drum & dance [ read more ... ]

Pow-wow de Pikogan

Pow-wow de Pikogan

From June 12 tp 13, 2024

The Pikogan Pow Wow is a celebration of Indigenous culture. It is a joyful, family-friendly gathering centered around values such as openness and sharing [ read more ... ]

Festival de contes et légendes Atalukan

Festival de contes et légendes Atalukan

2024 dates to be announced (August)

Through the Festival de contes et légendes Atalukan, Kamishkak’Arts helps to maintain and share the rich verbal traditions and imagination of the First [ read more ... ]

Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow Wow

Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow Wow

2024 dates to be announced (July)

This year's edition of the Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow Wow. The event promotes an atmosphere of friendship between Kahnawà:ke and its neighbors, as well [ read more ... ]

Rendez-Vous of the Artisans and Artists of Wendake

Rendez-Vous of the Artisans and Artists of Wendake

2024 dates to be announced (November)

This get-together, open to the public, allows exhibitors to present their respective arts through various artistic presentations (singing, dancing, drums [ read more ... ]

Wôlinak Pow-wow

Wôlinak Pow-wow

2024 dates to be announced (August)

The Conseil des Abénakis de Wôlinak invites you to the Wôlinak Pow Wow, an annual family event that’s rich in colour and filled with a variety of fun activities [ read more ... ]

Pow-Wow Trail

Pow-Wow Trail

The Pow-wow Trail is a series of vibrant events celebrating Indigenous cultures across Quebec during the summer. With over thirty participating communities [ read more ... ]

Manawan Pow-wow

Manawan Pow-wow

2024 dates to be announced (July)

Known for being very traditional, the Manawan Pow Wow. For the past 15 years, this very colorful gathering has featured a combination of dance, music, [ read more ... ]

Innu Nikamu Festival
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Innu Nikamu Festival

From July 30 to August 4, 2024

Innu Nikamu (“he sings in Innu”) is one of the biggest Indigenous music festivals on the continent. Over four days, artists from different nations take [ read more ... ]

Indigenous celebrations in Quebec