The Musique du Bout du Monde Festival: Where the beauty of world arts meets the vastness of the Gaspé Peninsula
The full lineup for the 22nd edition has been unveiled, featuring Aysanabee, Alysha Brilla, Caracol, Dowdelin, Kizaba, Les Louanges, Less Toches, Marie Céleste, Maïa Barouh, Rau_ze, Waahli, and many others!
Illustration and graphic design credit: Inie Conception
Gaspé, April 23, 2026 – From August 6 to 9, the 22ndnd edition of the Festival Musique du Bout du Monde boldness at the heart of its programming by offering an artistic diversity that will showcase the world’s cultures. True to its mission, the FMBM team FMBM once again FMBM memorable moments, born from the encounter between the world’s cultures and the splendor of our region.
BACK TO BASICS: A VIBRANT REGION FILLED WITH THE SOUNDS OF WORLD MUSIC
Whether it’s the iconic sunrise show with a view of the cliffs of Cap-Bon-Ami, the festive performances at the Harbour big top in the heart of Gaspé, or the events at Mont-Béchervaise with its breathtaking view of Gaspé Bay or the magnificent rue de la Reine by street performers, shows, artisans, and the buzz of the summer season at its peak—everything is masterfully orchestrated to create this unique experience that only the FMBM offer, thanks to its stunning landscapes and rich artistic programming.
- To view the French-language press release: Press Release: Launch of the 22nd Edition Program_FR
- To view the English-language press release: PR_Reveal of the complete program 22nd edition_EN
NEW – PASSPORTS AND TICKETS
New this year, the Festival is offering a new passport granting access to all shows on the Hydro-Québec stage under the Harbour tent and all shows on the TELUS stage at the summit of Mont-Béchervaise. It will be available for purchase through the online box office starting April 24 for $85 (taxes included). Single tickets for each evening under the big top are available for $50 (taxes included), and single tickets for shows on the scène TELUS the summit of Mont-Béchervaise are available for $30 (taxes included). Tickets for the sunrise show at Cap-Bon-Ami will also be on sale for $42.55. The ticket office is accessible online at www.musiqueduboutdumonde.com/billetterie.
THANKS TO OUR VALUED PARTNERS
The Festival Musique du Bout du Monde presented by Loto-Québec in collaboration with TELUS. The organization would also like to thank the City of Gaspé, the Government of Québec, the Government of Canada, the Canada Council for the Arts, Tourisme Gaspésie, Hydro-Québec, Desjardins, the Société des alcools du Québec, Les Producteurs de lait du Québec, and the many partners who make this event a must-see in the Gaspé Peninsula.
This year, new funding from the Canada Council for the Arts has helped strengthen the FMBM development projects. The Canada Council Arts of Canada has a mandate to foster and promote the study and dissemination of the arts, as well as the production of works of art. Through its grants, services, awards, initiatives, and payments, the Canada Council contributes to the vitality of a diverse arts and literary scene. These activities generate significant cultural, social, and economic benefits in more than 2,000 communities across the country and abroad. The Council’s investments and leadership foster public engagement with the arts from coast to coast, while helping to raise the profile of Canadian artists and arts organizations internationally.
