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The Public Market

Throughout the festival

Location: Jardins de l'Hôtel-de-Ville
Hours: Thursday to Sunday · 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Free admission — open access


By day, the Public Market buzzes with a joyful atmosphere full of fun and discovery. Games, roaming entertainers and playful challenges invite everyone to enjoy themselves as they stroll along. Browse the artisan booths, savour the offerings from food vendors and take a festive break at the Bar du village.


As night falls, the scene transforms. The Giants' Show, projected onto the facade of the Hôtel-de-Ville, lights up the space and delivers a grand spectacle where entertainment and history come together.

On site:

  • Rassemblement des géants: the show (every evening) — with a historical quiz between showings
  • Scan your History Exhibition — photo settings throughout the site
  • Little Rascals Scavenger Hunt by Méga Parc
  • Family Space
  • Roaming entertainment
  • Animation booths
  • The Nobles' Gallery
  • Artisan booths
  • Food vendors
  • Coaticook ice cream
Throughout the festival