Acadian Culture

Acadian Culture

Grab a front row seat at an Acadian CÉLÉBRATION
(Fall in love with the landscape – and the people.)

What could be better than foot-stomping Acadian kitchen parties, street festivals, lively dancing, traditional fiddle music and hearty Acadian cuisine? Only all of this Acadian joie de vivre set against an incredible backdrop of charming country villages and seaside escapes. 

The Acadians are renowned as much for their indomitable spirit as they are for their warm hospitality. (You’ll always be welcome here, whether you parlez français or non.) Once a deported French colony exiled by the British in the 1755, the Acadians still celebrate their unique history and traditional way of life.

Acadian Experiences Extraordinaire

VILLAGE HISTORIQUE ACADIEN

Walk back in time to 1770 in this carefully preserved village, where you can still enjoy the scent of fresh bread baking in an outdoor oven. MORE>

ACADIAN SPAS

Experience the hospitality of scenic Acadian spas, like the Memramcook Learning & Vacation Resort, where you can indulge in both spa treatments and the art of authentic Acadian cuisine. MORE>

PAYS DE LA SAGOUINE

Watch the fictitious characters of internationally renowned novelist Antonine Maillet come to life. MORE>

ISLES OF ACADIE

Lamèque and Miscou islands are not only a nature lover’s paradise (home to outstanding bird watching and marine life spotting), they are also charismatic examples of warm Acadian culture. MORE>

ACADIAN CUISINE

From authentic Acadian fish cakes to ‘fricot’ and poutine rapée, experience a taste of Acadian culture. Be sure to stop in Shediac, the Lobster Capital of the World. MORE>

Top Festivals & Events

Festival acadien de Caraquet

Caraquet, Acadian Coastal Drive
The largest annual celebration of Acadian culture, crowds flock to see the musical fireworks show and loads of artistic performances. Join in the celebration at Tintamarre (noisy parade), where 20,000 people (many in Acadian flag colours) march in the streets. MORE>

L'Acadie des Terres et Forêts en Fête

Edmundston, River Valley Scenic Drive
Song, dance and theatre performance to celebrate over 400 years of Acadian history. Held each year in a spectacular natural setting. MORE>

Rendez-vous Acadien

Petit-Rocher, Acadian Coastal Drive
Say bonjour to friendly Petit-Rocher. Enjoy the exhibition booths, singers, games and community breakfast at this uniquely Acadian event every summer. MORE>

No matter what you choose to do, you’ll find Acadian esprit and picturesque settings sweep you off your feet.

Getting Here

Acadian Heritage

Discover and celebrate your Acadian roots at the 2009 Acadian World Congress from August 7 to 23, 2009. For more information, call 506-336-2009 or 1-866-370-2009.

Be in every Acadian moment

We’re with you all the way. Call our number, 1-800-561-0123 (or pack it with you), and we’d be happy to provide more travel tips to make your visit unforgettable.