The National Day of Quebec in Montreal will mark its 190th anniversary this year and will feature colorful celebrations! On June 24, the festivities will begin with the kickoff of the traditional Parade imagined and directed by Richard Blackburn, general and artistic director of the Théâtre de la Dame de Cœur. It is at Maisonneuve Park that the party will continue with the Big Show, entitled UNE CHANCE QU’ON S’A.
On June 23 and 24, Neighborhood Festivals will take place across the city.
FREE FAMILY FESTIVITIES!
All Quebecers are invited to come together and celebrate with family, friends or neighbors, in the warm and friendly atmosphere of two days of free festivities, June 23 and 24 for Neighborhood festivals and June 24 for the traditional parade and
Big show. To pay tribute to Quebec, its history, its culture, its language and everything that unites Quebecers in this diversity that makes Montreal so unique, the public is invited to participate in large numbers in the celebrations organized thanks to the financial support of the Government of Quebec and in partnership with the City of Montreal.
“National Day is a unique day to take the time to celebrate our love for Quebec. The vibrant heart of French America, we form a dynamic, modern, rhythmic, diverse and highly creative society. It is precisely these adjectives that best represent these celebrations that we are proudly presenting to you today. They are in our image. Dear Quebecers, it is our turn to vibrate, to say I love you, for the 190th time, since Ludger Duvernay. » declared Madame Marie-Anne Alepin, president of the Quebec National Day Committee in Montreal.
“I am delighted to know that Montrealers will be able to celebrate our culture together by attending the traditional Parade and the Grand Spectacle which will be held at Maisonneuve Park. I invite all Quebecers to get together under the stars and participate in large numbers in the various activities organized day and evening in their towns and villages. » Mathieu Lacombe, Minister of Culture and Communications, Minister responsible for Youth and Minister responsible for the Outaouais region
“The National Day Parade and Grand Show in Montreal have always been cult moments for our metropolis. Let’s take advantage of our National Day to celebrate our language, our culture, our history and highlight our pride in being Quebecois. » Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, Minister responsible for Regional Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Metropolis and the Montreal region
THE TRADITIONAL NATIONAL DAY PARADE
PRESENTED IN COLLABORATION WITH QUÉBECOR AND HYDRO-QUÉBEC
“A LIVING AND FESTIVE FRESCO! »
This year, Richard Blackburn was entrusted with the staging of the traditional Défilé presented in collaboration with Quebecor and Hydro-Québec. Distinguished designer and creator, general and artistic director of the Théâtre de la Dame de Cœur since 1978, he has designed and staged numerous memorable shows.
Taking a new route on Rachel Street, thus offering a touch of freshness to this emblematic event, the traditional Parade will display a festive bas-relief animated by human energy. He will perform spectacular scenes to the sound of music, a true Quebec symphony, composed of extracts from popular songs and which resonates throughout the Parade, bringing together all the participants and spectators in unison.
Much more than a simple parade, the Parade is a true living and festive fresco, an ode to tradition, modernity and above all, the joy of living that pulses in the heart of every Quebecer. The public is invited to let themselves be carried away by the music, the colors and the emotions, and to fully enjoy this exceptional moment of happiness and collective pride.
The organization of this traditional parade is made possible thanks to the support of Quebecor and Hydro-Québec. The National Day Committee warmly thanks them for their contribution.
“Every day, Quebecor actively invests in participating in the development of the economic, cultural and social life of Quebecers. It is with pride that we participate in the National Day celebrations in Montreal, a moment when our commitment to our culture and our collective history takes on its full meaning. », Expresses Pierre Karl Péladeau, President and CEO of Quebecor.
DEPARTURE: MONDAY, JUNE 24, 1:30 p.m.
Rachel Street at the corner of Molson Street.
ROUTE: The traditional Parade will travel east on rue Rachel to arrive at the corner of rue d’Orléans. Spectators are invited to follow the Parade and then go to Maisonneuve Park on the site of the Grand spectacle.
Direction and artistic direction RICHARD BLACKBURN, sound design LOÏC THériAULT, artistic coordinator EDDY RIXHON, executive producer DANY BEAUDOIN, producer NATHALIE GERVAIS.
THE GREAT QUEBEC NATIONAL DAY SHOW IN MONTREAL
A LUCK WE HAVE
MAIONNEUVE PARK
This year again, on June 24, Quebecers will benefit from the bucolic decor of Maisonneuve Park which will come alive from noon.
Entertainment for the whole family and street food trucks will be there in a fun, friendly and festive atmosphere!
PROGRAMMING
From 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Background music
From 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.: GENERAL REHEARSAL FOR THE BIG SHOW
6 p.m.: THE COGECO MEDIA MOMENT HOSTED BY MARJORIE VALLÉE
Entertainment and Quebec music will thrill the crowd until the start of the Grand Show.
8 p.m.: THE GREAT NATIONAL DAY SHOW A LUCK WE HAD
hosted by PIERRE-YVES LORD, will bring together on stage CLAUDE DUBOIS, ROXANE BRUNEAU,
PATSY GALLANT, QUEENIE, DANIEL LAVOIE, KANEN, ÉLÉONORE LAGACÉ, JUDI RICHARDS, FOUKI and LE WIND DU NORD.
Under the direction of the artistic committee composed of NATHALIE GERVAIS, MICHEL SABOURIN, PIERRE SÉGUIN and JOHANNE AMYOT, the Grand spectacle will be directed by PIERRE SÉGUIN who will also direct for television. The scenography will be designed by LÜZ STUDIO and the musical direction has been entrusted to TWENTY-NINES: JULIE LAMONTAGNE and TONY ALBINO, choreography by ALEX FRANCOEUR, texts by MARIE-PIERRE DUVAL.
DIFFUSION
The Grand spectacle of the Fête nationale du Québec in Montreal will be broadcast on RADIO-CANADA
on the airwaves of ICI TÉLÉ and on TVA, June 24, at 8:30 p.m., and simultaneously on the airwaves of the stations
COGECO MEDIA’s musical channels: 96.9 CKOI, the 5 stations RYTHME and CIME.
FROM 10:30 p.m. to 11:15 p.m.: MONSIEUR PY invites you to a moment of 100% Quebec music and 100% nostalgia. Inspired by the soundtrack of Quebec, Pierre-Yves Lord will deliver a unique performance by remixing excerpts from 50 great Quebec songs. A musical performance illustrated by archive images: an original audiovisual experience presented in collaboration with Bibliothèque et Archives nationaux du Québec (BAnQ).
AND TO END THE EVENING: THE NORTH WIND which, deeply rooted, stirs up crowds like no other, invites you to dance and sing until midnight!
MONTREAL’S NEIGHBORHOOD PARTIES
On June 23 and 24, from L’Île-Bizard to Pointe-aux-Trembles and from Verdun to Ahuntsic, Quebecers will celebrate in the streets, alleys, parks and public spaces.
These local celebrations will bring together thousands of families and friends, day and evening. Shows, large tables, DIY and makeup workshops, inflatable games and historical workshops, there will be something for everyone. These events, which are greatly appreciated by the public, are made possible thanks to the participation of numerous volunteers.
