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March 21^st to 23^rd, 2008
During this event, fishing enthusiasts have a tremendous time and can enjoy ice fishing without a permit. A family activity spread over 36 hours with various prizes to win. Lodging and restaurant services on-site (information: 418 743-2878). Mandatory registration.

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May 23^rd to 25^th 2008
The Festival Gospel de Saint-Joachim-de-Tourelle is a spiritual event where rhythm, song, dance, and faith come to life in the local church. Official opening on Friday; choir show on Saturday evening and gospel closing mass on Sunday morning.

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June to September 2008
The coming together of nature and contemporary arts, where, by means of a contest, artists are selected for the creation of evolutionary works using horticultural elements and durable materials. With the passing of the years, the gardens created have made up a unique outdoor exhibit of monumental works on the enchanting site of the Parc de la Pointe-Taylor.

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June 12^th to 15^th 2008
Fifth edition of this sporting and cultural gathering that focuses on people that are 50 years old and older. Competitions in over 20 disciplines (biking, swimming, petanque, golfing, bowling…). Opening ceremony, cultural shows, banquet, and closing ceremony. Registration from January to May. A unique opportunity to share the energy of those who are 50 and over.

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June 21^st and 22^nd, 2008

The Intersport Trans Gaspésien Raid is an endurance mountain bike race of 180 kilometres through the back country of the Baie-des-chaleurs. The forest roads and magnificent paths will make you forget the challenging slopes. The course is laid out between Bonaventure and Carleton-sur-Mer and passes through Mount St. Joseph. The ascent of Mount St. Joseph will be an opportunity to see beautiful panoramas of Carleton-sur-Mer and the Baie-des-Chaleurs.  

There are 4 different events. For the more adventurous, the Grand Raid: a two day stage of 180 kilometres. The Half Raid: one-day event of 80 kilometres. The Recreational, a family event for 15 years and over that extends 30 kilometres or 12 kilometres for children 10 years and up. For the toddlers there will be an event at each finishing line. There will be plenty of fun for everyone! 

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A program of family activities and special events will take place during the summer.

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June 25^th to July 3^rd, 2008
National artistic event presenting new artists and professionals of francophone song. In a friendly atmosphere, about 15 shows and training workshops are offered, both in Grande-Vallée and Petite-Vallée. It is a golden opportunity to immerse oneself in music in a maritime environment.

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June 26^th to 28^th, 2008
A North American rally car competition where more than 40 modified cars test their speed and skills on gravel roads and on specially built sites. Unique event in Eastern Québec. Find the official program and visit the Web site to find out about the location of spectator facilities and all schedule details. During the prize-giving ceremony for the 2007 Canadian rally championship, the Rallye Auto nord-américain de la Baie-des-Chaleurs received the special Pole-Position Magazine prize rewarding them for their excellence in motor sport event organization in Canada.

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Mid-July to mid-September 2008
Outdoor market offering regional agri‑food products as well as works by Gaspesian artists and artisans. Animation and restaurant services on-site. Every Saturday during the summer, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the town centre of New Richmond.

Member of Gaspésie Gourmande.

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July 23^rd to 27^th, 2008
Fort Causap is an activity inspired by the popular television game Fort Boyard. Three hundred participants must show endurance, cleverness and skill to dazzle the thousands of visitors who are having a tremendous time. In all, 30 teams go head to head in over 20 challenges, each one crazier than the next.

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July 24^th to 27^th, 2008
Cultural event bringing together country-western and folk musicians. Performances by more than 100 artists. Amateur gala, folk gala, dancing in the saloon and outdoor dance floor. Outdoor shows. Free wilderness camping upon pass purchase. Pass: $40.

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July 24^th to 27^th,2008
The Cap-d'Espoir beach becomes very lively for four days during the very popular Beach Party. On the program: shows on the beach, nautical activities, inflatable games, volley-ball tournament and animation for the whole family, then at night an outburst of activities such as fireworks, bonfires, shows...

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July 25^th to August 3^rd, 2008
A 31^st edition of this international meeting of hang-gliding and paragliding pilots. Many activities including sea kayaking, kitesurfing, motorized ultra-lites, mountain biking, hiking, shows and animation on the beach. Free-flying competition, air shows and bonfire on the beach.

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July 26^th to August 3^rd, 2008
In the church's basement, at the old presbytery art gallery, and in other outdoor exhibit locations in the centre of the village, the artists are celebrating. Painting exhibit, a series of outdoor artistic demonstrations and animation. Prizes and awards given to the participating artists and the general public. Come and wake up your senses!

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August 6^th to 10^th, 2008
Located on the shore, the site of the Festival International Maxiumum Blues is absolutely exceptional because of its magnificent view of the mountain and the sea. During five days, sea breeze carries away blues music. This international event presents over 50 blues shows (and related music) in a highly festive atmosphere. Shows in bars and family activities.  An "improvised" campground with sanitary and shuttle services is offered during the festival.

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August 7^th to 10^th, 2008
Open creations for this seventh edition of the Saint-Ulric painting symposium. Twenty-two artists from different regions of Québec and New Brunswick participate. Exhibit rooms and demonstrations. Animation and workshops for youth. All activities are free. Art amateurs and collectors are invited.

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August 7^th to 10^th, 2008 
International kite and kitesurf festival where you can also attend the festival of remote-controlled cars on an international circuit. Festival musical in the evening.

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August 15^th to 17^th, 2008
The 5^th edition of this festival takes place downtown Gaspé. The "Bout du Monde" welcomes more than 150 artists. During this important and colourful festival, Gaspé vibrates to the rythms of the world. Major shows under the tent, free animation for old and young during the day, introductory workshops (dance and instruments from different country) market, special program in bars. Program and map of downtown available on the Web site.

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August 29^th to 31^st, 2008
On the trails of the Club VTT de la Matapédia (ATV club), ATV guided tours with sweepers.

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October 10^th to 12^th, 2008
"L'événement automnal par excellence en Gaspésie" (the fall event par excellence in the Gaspésie) - Journal Le Soleil, July 2006. Professional storytelling, music, and traditional dance shows, workshops, and exhibits, a public market with 40 Gaspesian bio-food producers and artisans, a public program for youths, all in a fall environment filled with colour!

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November 22^nd, 2008 to January 1^st, 2009
Noël en Gaspésie it is an invitation to come and celebrate the holiday season in a very special way in the magnificent scenery of the Chaleur Bay. On the program: activities at the Station touristique Pin Rouge (downhill skiing and sliding sports), skating, excursion in the Parc de la Gaspésie, photography train expedition to Percé, snow sculpture event, Christmas of yesterday, strolling choir, shows, exhibit at the Coop Vivred'Art, outdoor Christmas market and Loto-Québec New Year's Eve celebration.  

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February 21^st to 28^th, 2009
The event, very demanding both physically and humanly, involves skiing on a distance of more than 300 kilometres in six days on waymarked trails in the mountain, along the sea or in the open country. Even more, a place to celebrate and meet pleasant people; an absolute treasure of Gaspésie's winter tourism.