Featured Events, May 29, 2023 2023-05-29 2023-05-29 Quebecgetaways quebecvacances.com Photo credit: J-G Richard From June 15 to 18, 2023, enjoy the country vibe at the Ayer’s Cliff Rodeo in the Eastern Townships! On top of three professional rodeos and a variety of equestrian events, there will be tons of other activities to discover. The impressive Strongman Circuit The Strongman Circuit, one of the new additions this year, is a unique experience that will surely get your adrenaline pumping! This professional competition will bring together a dozen of the best Canadian athletes, including three who competed in the 2022 World’s Strongest Man. Athletes will face off in five physical events, each one more impressive than the last, putting their strength, endurance and agility to the test. Don’t miss your chance to cheer them on! Activities for the whole family The Desjardins Family Day will be held on Sunday, June 18. Festival-goers of all ages can attend the Milot Land Tour freestyle motocross show, where icon Ben Milot will put on a breathtaking performance featuring impressive jumps and acrobatic tricks. It’s sure to be a thrilling experience! Family Day will also have mascots, a magician, face painting, mini pedal tractor pulls for kids, inflatable games, an introduction to motocross for kids 4 to 8, and much more. But that’s not all! Kids 12 and under get in for free when accompanied by an adult. Photo credit: Marco Bergeron Country music takes centre stage Against a friendly, welcoming backdrop, a lineup of country artists, including the James Barker Band, Quebec country star Brittany Kennell, and Phil Lauzon with his tribute to Luke Combs, will take to the three stages. On the Saturday, dance teachers from local schools will be ready to boogie with fellow country music fans—for 12 hours! Yes, you read that right! If you’re a beginner, you can attend a workshop on the Thursday for some country dance lessons. Who knows, you might even qualify for the famous country dance competition! Even the kids can learn a move or two on Family Day. Everyone is welcome, regardless of their level!
Photo credit: J-G Richard From June 15 to 18, 2023, enjoy the country vibe at the Ayer’s Cliff Rodeo in the Eastern Townships! On top of three professional rodeos and a variety of equestrian events, there will be tons of other activities to discover. The impressive Strongman Circuit The Strongman Circuit, one of the new additions this year, is a unique experience that will surely get your adrenaline pumping! This professional competition will bring together a dozen of the best Canadian athletes, including three who competed in the 2022 World’s Strongest Man. Athletes will face off in five physical events, each one more impressive than the last, putting their strength, endurance and agility to the test. Don’t miss your chance to cheer them on! Activities for the whole family The Desjardins Family Day will be held on Sunday, June 18. Festival-goers of all ages can attend the Milot Land Tour freestyle motocross show, where icon Ben Milot will put on a breathtaking performance featuring impressive jumps and acrobatic tricks. It’s sure to be a thrilling experience! Family Day will also have mascots, a magician, face painting, mini pedal tractor pulls for kids, inflatable games, an introduction to motocross for kids 4 to 8, and much more. But that’s not all! Kids 12 and under get in for free when accompanied by an adult. Photo credit: Marco Bergeron Country music takes centre stage Against a friendly, welcoming backdrop, a lineup of country artists, including the James Barker Band, Quebec country star Brittany Kennell, and Phil Lauzon with his tribute to Luke Combs, will take to the three stages. On the Saturday, dance teachers from local schools will be ready to boogie with fellow country music fans—for 12 hours! Yes, you read that right! If you’re a beginner, you can attend a workshop on the Thursday for some country dance lessons. Who knows, you might even qualify for the famous country dance competition! Even the kids can learn a move or two on Family Day. Everyone is welcome, regardless of their level!