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St Jean celebration, 2023
What is la Saint Jean?
Celebrated every year on June 24, Quebec's Fête nationale (also known as Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day) has been a statutory holiday in Quebec since 1925. In North America, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day has been celebrated since the early days of New France. The first Saint-Jean-Baptiste parade took place in Montreal in 1843. Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day is also celebrated in French-speaking communities across Canada.
What are we doing in Nanaimo for la Saint Jean?
- We meet!
On June 24, 2023, we'll meet at Bowen Park - We have fun!
Three singers and musicians will be on hand to provide live entertainment! - We're in for a treat
We're enjoying typical Quebec dishes!
Technical details
When?
From 4pm to 8pm
Where?
Bowen Park, picnic shelter near Wall Street
Who's invited?
Everyone!
How much?
The event is free of charge, and only the food needs to be purchased.
What do I have to do to attend?
Register! We need to know how many people will be there to plan the right quantities of food!
Do it HERE
