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'Haïti en Folie' festival returns to Montreal Thursday for its 20th edition
2026-07-21
Boukman Eksperyans

'Haïti en Folie' festival returns to Montreal Thursday for its 20th edition

Montreal’s premier celebration of Haitian culture kicks off its anniversary year with a focus on music, cinema, and the World Cup.

The 20th anniversary of the Haïti en Folie festival features a massive lineup including the legendary Rasin group Boukman Eksperyans. This year's event coincides with Haiti's return to the world soccer stage, adding an extra layer of national pride to the week-long cultural showcase.\nFestival-goers in Montreal can enjoy a culinary fair at Parc Lafontaine and the traditional Rara parade through the streets of Plateau Mont-Royal. The event highlights how Haiti continues to inspire through its remarkable ability to reinvent itself through art and community spirit.

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