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Festival Acadien De Petit-De-Grat : Tintamarre - Family Parade & Children's Fest

Friday, August 7, 2026 · 8:00 a.m.

A family parade and children's festival celebrating Acadian culture in Petit-de-Grat.

The Tintamarre is a cherished celebration of Acadian culture and heritage , combining a joyous, festive parade with a children's festival that welcomes families of all ages. Revelers make wild noise using everything from noisemakers and horns to pots and pans in a colourful procession through the streets. Dress in the traditional Acadian blue, red, yellow, and white and join the fun — it's a lively and unforgettable slice of Cape Breton's Acadian community spirit.

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