Festi Jazz
A longstanding history
Since 1986, the Rimouski International Jazz Festival has been hosting the most welcoming of jazz festivals. Thanks to its success from the very beginning, the event has built a strong reputation both in Quebec and internationally. Deeply rooted in its community, the Festi Jazz will celebrate its 40th edition this year and annually welcomes renowned jazz artists and talented up-and-comers against a striking maritime backdrop. The 2026 edition will take place from September 3 to 6 and, as always, will offer a unique, unifying, and energizing jazz gathering not to be missed in Eastern Quebec.
Earlier editions
Team
Discover who’s hiding behind the curtains
Wether it's the work team, the management board or the volunteer team, numerous are those who unable the Festi Jazz to be a success year after year ; discover the team that works behind the scenes of the event.
Recognition
Awards and
distinctions
Since more than 40 years, the Festi Jazz never ceases to outstand itself by its quality in the Bas-Saint-Laurent district and in the province of Quebec. Discover our recognitions of excellence.
Cultural company of the year award
2017
Senate of Canada 150th Anniversary Medal
2017
Opus Prize - Concert of the Year - Regions
2016
Rimouski Cultural Award - Event of the Year
2014
Arts Awards - Business
2014
Festival and Tourism Event Award - Winner BSL - budget under $1M
2006
Coup d'Éclat Award (Website category - Budget over $500,000)
2004
Tourism Event Award (budget $500,000 or more)
1998
Cultural Award (Event) - Awarded by : Le Gala de l'Entreprise - Conseil de la culture du Bas-Saint-Laurent
1996
Tourism event Award of the Bas-Saint-Laurent - Awarded by : Les Grands Prix du tourisme québécois
1996
Special mention from the jury for its international involvement (Twinning with Vienne in France) - Awarded by : Les Grands Prix du tourisme québécois
1994
RIDEAU Award, organization category - Awarded by RIDEAU, on the proposal of ROSEQ
1988
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Awards and Contests
Le Grand Prix de la Relève Festi Jazz - KSA Avocats et Notaires
The Grand Prix de la relève Festi Jazz - KSA Avocats et Notaires is a competition for up-and-coming jazz musicians and aspiring professionals, who are judged on their performances at the Festi Jazz International de Rimouski.
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The Vic Vogel
Since 2013, the Festi Jazz International de Rimouski has awarded the Vic Vogel Prize to an artist in recognition of his or her prolific career.
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Le Héron d’Or
Since 2002, Festi Jazz International de Rimouski has awarded a distinction to a person or institution who has made a significant contribution to the development of jazz and the festival through their involvement and dedication.
More detailsThe Familly Show
The aim is to bring together musical families to offer them a performance time as part of the 37th edition of Festi Jazz.
More detailsJazz Patronage
Find out moreSince April 2014, Festi Jazz has given individuals and organizations the opportunity to join its exclusive jazz patronage program. Members of this elite club contribute financially to cultivate jazz music in Rimouski. Unlike sponsors seeking visibility in exchange for their donation, jazz patrons are proud to be associated with the cause for more altruistic reasons.
Sustainable development
Our environmental initiatives
Since the last editions, the Festi Jazz commits to make the festival green and environmentally friendly through various ecological directions, like by favoriting reusable cups and containers, compostable latrines, or by offering a majority of local products. Discover our environmental initiatives.
