July 3 to August 2, 2026
Founded in 1978, the Festival de Lanaudière is one of the largest classical music events in North America. Its programming showcases the greatest talents from both here and abroad in an idyllic setting surrounded by nature. The performances take place under the stars at the Amphithéâtre Fernand-Lindsay in Joliette, in many churches across the region and at several charming agritourism venues.
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Classical Music
Les Arts florissants by… William Christie and Les Arts Florissants!
July 11, 20261 performanceAmphithéâtre Fernand-LindsayFor his return to the Festival, William Christie has chosen to share with us the short opera by Marc-Antoine Charpentier from which comes his ensemble’s name, Les Arts florissants!
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Classical Music
The Orchestre symphonique de Québec plays The Little Mermaid
July 17, 20261 performanceAmphithéâtre Fernand-LindsayFor their debut together at the Festival, Clemens Schuldt and the Orchestre symphonique de Québec propose works equal to their extraordinary abilities.
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Classical Music
Shostakovich with Payare and the OSM
July 18, 20261 performanceAmphithéâtre Fernand-LindsayBefore embarking on a tour of European festivals, Rafael Payare and the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal find themselves at the Festival, this time with the imposing Tenth Symphony of Shostakovich.
The sound of the world’s greatest orchestras
Attracting music lovers from all over the world, the Festival de Lanaudière has become a coveted stop for renowned artists in the industry. The Festival also hosts various symphonic orchestras such as the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal and the Orchestre Métropolitain, as well as international ensembles like The Philadelphia Orchestra, Les Arts Florissants, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin and many more.
Festival de Lanaudière: Classical Music’s Elite, Naturally
The Festival de Lanaudière returns in full force for its 48th edition with a remarkable lineup. As the largest open-air classical music festival in North America, the Festival is back with 25 concerts featuring 1000 local and international artists.
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