From July 31 to August 17, 2024, Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac‑Leamy returned to the Canadian Museum of History site in Gatineau, staging its spectacular fireworks festival over six Wednesday and Saturday nights from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
New Features & Site Enhancements
This year’s edition introduces a host of fresh experiences alongside beloved installations:
- Magic Forest (Forêt magique): A reimagined family zone featuring interactive light installations, a dancing illuminated floor, and nightly Story Time at 7 p.m., in collaboration with Radio‑Canada
- Digital Art Box: An interactive Hydro‑Québec installation, transforming visitors’ faces into virtual fireworks displays
- Comfort Zone contest with Matelas Lapensée, offering relaxation experiences onsite
Julie Moffatt, President and CEO, highlighted their focus on sustainability and community:
“To truly experience and feel the full range of emotions our event aims to provide, you definitely need to visit the site at the Canadian Museum of History! The entire team is thrilled and excited to offer a real multisensory festival here in the Outaouais,” says Julie Moffatt, President and CEO of Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy.
Culinary Offerings Revamped
- L’Incandescent pop-up BBQ and Picnic Box meals returned, featuring creative fare by top local chefs and restaurateurs
- New flagship: Harvest Table, an exclusive dinner for 20 guests under the Lantern, complete with a private bar and curated menu by a local chef
Jean‑Philippe Cloutier, chef-in-charge of the festival’s culinary offerings, expressed pride in local collaborations:
“I am very proud to support Les Grands Feux in the realization of their culinary offerings across the entire site. Whether it’s for the dishes cooked over the fire at the Incandescent and the Harvest Table, or the Picnic Box with local flavours, festival-goers will be able to savour all the talent of our local chefs,” says Jean-Philippe Cloutier, private chef and head of the culinary offerings for Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy.
Pyromusical Nights
Themed pyromusical shows every evening
Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy offers a world-class pyromusical show of pure magic and intoxicating music every evening, starting at 9:15 pm.
- Wednesday, July 31, Royal Pyrotechnie presents the Grand Opening with the theme A Sky From Here, showcasing Quebec’s musical genius through the decades;
- Saturday, August 3rd, the firm Dancing Fireworks presents China with the theme Mulan, showcasing a world where humility, bravery, and dedication are honored.
- Wednesday, August 7th, the firm Pirotechnia Zaragozana presents Spain with the theme My Universe, an enchanting musical experience that will transport you through various musical styles, representing our journey through different life situations.
- Saturday, August 10th, the firm Caribe Fire Fx presents Barbados with the theme Pyros of the Caribbean, a dynamic show that will make you feel like you’re in the Caribbean with a rhythmic, sensual, and festive soundtrack.
- Wednesday, August 14th, the firm MLE Pyrotechnics presents the United Kingdom with the theme Harmonies Across Borders: A Musical Journey Through Canada, the UK, and France, a visual symphony choreographed to the iconic melodies of these culturally rich nations.
- Saturday, August 17th, the firm Royal Pyrotechnie presents the Grand Finale with the theme Champions, a fiery sporting event highlighting strength, skill, and discipline in this glorious fireworks display.
Reserved seating and general admission tickets, passports and corporate and tourist packages are available at https://feux.qc.ca.
Concrete actions to reduce the environmental impact of our shows
Les Grands Feux also agreed on the following parameters to reduce the impact of the shows, in collaboration with their loyal partner, Royal Pyrotechnie, producer of the shows:
• Integration of lighter moments into the performance to help reduce its overall concentration.
• Reducing the maximum amount of explosive material per show
• Increased integration of green pyrotechnics in each show, from the current threshold of 20% to 25% by 2024
Support the 2024 chouchou cause: Le Gîte Ami
Festival-goers are invited to contribute to our chouchou cause by making a donation via the online ticketing service when purchasing their tickets, or directly on the event site during the festivities. We are proud to support the Gîte Ami, an organization dedicated to the social reintegration of people experiencing homelessness in the Outaouais region, and to add this contribution to our active measures in terms of sustainable development, a key principle in all our actions.
It’s going to be spectacular!
The 27th edition of Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac‑Leamy delivered a richly layered festival—melding immersive art installations, enhanced family zones, gourmet culinary experiences, and international pyromusical showcases. With a keen eye on eco-responsibility and local talent, the festival offers a vibrant, multisensory celebration under the summer skies of Gatineau.
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