Once again this year, joy was in the air for the 21st edition of the Festival Musique du Bout du Monde held from August 7 to 10, 2025: exceptional teamwork, favorable weather, and an idyllic natural setting provided us with moments of joy and unexpected pleasures. These moments—concerts shared at sunset, humble yet dazzling workshops, and unlikely encounters between artists and audiences—reminded us why we bring this festival to life: to create spaces where music connects, moves, and transforms.
The annual report provides an overview of programming, media coverage, international reach, sustainability initiatives, attendance and impact, financial health, and more.
View the 2024-2025 Annual Report
A huge thank you to our amazing volunteers, our loyal audience, our incredible artists, and our partners and to the City of Gaspé for its support every step of the way.
Let’s continue to bring music to life together—with all the connections and possibilities it offers.
2025: In short
- Organization of the Musique du Bout du Monde Festival, August 8–11, 2024, featuring 4 MAIN VENUES AND 10 SECONDARY VENUES in the Greater Gaspé region, with the “Notre Bout du Monde” and “Gaspé en forme” series
- New senior management since February 2025
- Participation in the World Music Expo (WOMEX) in Tampere, Finland
- Involvement of over 250 volunteers
- Partnership with approximately 60 local organizations
- More than 150 artists and cultural workers
- Revenue of over $1,400,000
