The Festival d'été de Québec (FEQ) is the largest outdoor music festival in Canada. Every summer, for 11 days of music, the downtown area of the capital transforms into a massive urban party, with over 150 performances. The 58th edition has just concluded; here are the dates for the next event, a recap of FEQ 2026, and our tips for planning your visit.

FEQ 2027: Dates for the Next Festival

The next Festival d'été de Québec will take place from July 8 to 18, 2027. The FEQ has also announced the dates for the following edition: from July 6 to 16, 2028. The 2027 lineup has not yet been revealed. In 2026, the headliners were announced in March, at the same time as the passes went on sale: keep an eye on the official site and the FEQ newsletter.

Recap of the FEQ 2026 Lineup

The 2026 edition took place from July 9 to 19. On the Bell stage at the Plains of Abraham, festival-goers saw performances from:

  • Limp Bizkit and Cypress Hill (July 9);
  • The Lumineers (July 10);
  • Michael Bublé and Melody Gardot (July 12);
  • Souldia with a carte blanche, featuring Koriass and FouKi (July 13);
  • Patrick Watson with a carte blanche, featuring Klô Pelgag (July 14);
  • Kesha and Shaggy (July 15);
  • Gwen Stefani (July 16);
  • Muse and Mother Mother (July 17);
  • Martin Garrix for the electro night (July 18);
  • Jelly Roll and Daughtry for the country night (July 19).

Over the years, the biggest stars have graced the FEQ stage, from the Rolling Stones to Lady Gaga, including the Foo Fighters and Charlotte Cardin.

Festival Stages and Sites

The FEQ spans several sites, all close to one another:

  • Plains of Abraham (Bell stage): the main site, where the headliners perform;
  • Place George-V: the second site, with two stages side by side;
  • Place de l'Assemblée-Nationale: free site, featuring the Hydro-Québec stage, the Cœur, and the Petit FEQ for families on weekends;
  • Place D'Youville: free site dedicated to musical discoveries;
  • The Armoury (Manège militaire): the Extras FEQ, indoors.

Passes and Tickets

At the FEQ, you don't buy a ticket for a single show in general admission: one pass (a bracelet) grants access to all stages for the 11 days. In 2026, the general pass cost $180 and sold out. Other options are available: Gold and Silver front-stage zones, Zone Signature Bell, the Jardin (one evening), and the BLEUFEU pass. Passes are sold exclusively on the official FEQ website: beware of resale sites.

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult; those aged 0 to 10 do not need a bracelet for general admission.

Practical Information

  • Dates: July 8 to 18, 2027.
  • Location: Downtown Québec City (Plains of Abraham, Place George-V, Place D'Youville, etc.).
  • Getting There: The RTC adds buses during the festival, and free bike parking is set up near the sites. All sites are within walking distance.
  • Information: Official Festival d'été de Québec website.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Festival d'été de Québec

When will the Festival d'été de Québec take place in 2027?

From July 8 to 18, 2027. The 2026 edition was held from July 9 to 19.

What is the lineup for the Festival d'été de Québec 2027?

It has not been announced yet. In 2026, Muse, Gwen Stefani, Martin Garrix, and Jelly Roll were among the headliners.

What is the price of a pass for the FEQ?

In 2026, the 11-day general pass cost $180. The 2027 prices will be confirmed when sales begin.

Also Discover in Québec

Check out the Festival d'été de Québec page and the Plains of Abraham Museum page. Do you love festivals? Also see St-Roch XP and the Festival celtique de Québec.