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Over the coming days, the captivating rhythms of Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America will sweep across Montréal. For nearly four decades, the Festival international Nuits d’Afrique has given us a place to come together to experience diversity. This event, which embodies our cherished values of inclusion and unity, offers us an opportunity to explore the cultures and diasporas that enrich Canada. During these times in which our world is in need of solidarity and openness, this colourful celebration reminds us of the unifying power of arts and culture.

As Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, I would like to thank everyone involved in making this important event possible. Thanks to your hard work, people will be able to make wonderful discoveries and nurture bonds with African, Latin and Caribbean communities. Our government is proud to support you. I hope you enjoy a successful festival!

The Honourable Steven Guilbeault
Minister of Canadian Heritage

The Government of Canada is proud to support the Festival international Nuits d’Afrique, an event that gives us the opportunity to discover the cultures and diasporas that enrich the metropolis.

Our funding for the Festival international Nuits d’Afrique attests to our commitment to boost tourism so that visitors from home and abroad can benefit from the best tourism experiences Montréal can offer, while also generating economic benefits for Quebec.

We invite the public to take advantage of the many activities programmed during this unique festival, which enables the city to move to the captivating beats of Africa, the West Indies and Latin America. A big thank-you to the artists, organizers and volunteers who enable us to live unforgettable moments together.

The Honourable Mélanie Joly
Minister of Industry and
Minister responsible for
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

Year after year, the Festival International Nuits d’Afrique returns to delight Montrealers.

In addition to the must-see concerts, the many activities and workshops offered to immerse oneself in the cultures of Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America, I invite all families in the city to enjoy the week of free activities offered to them.

Accessibility to culture is a fundamental principle of our administration and the city of Montréal is proud to be associated, once again this year, with this most festive summer event.

Thank you to the entire organizing team for promoting the artistic creativity of talents from here and abroad and for offering Montrealers the opportunity to make unique cultural discoveries.

Enjoy the festival!

Valérie Plante
Mayor of Montréal

The Nuits d’Afrique International Festival: A Must-See Summer Event

The Government of Québec is proud to support the Nuits d’Afrique international Festival. This unifying event celebrates the creativity and talent of artists from around thirty countries, who will bring vibrant energy to the city of Montréal. It offers visitors a unique experience blending the music of Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

The festivities also provide an opportunity to showcase some of Montréal’s key cultural venues, with events taking place at the Esplanade Tranquille in the Quartier des spectacles and in six performance halls. The Festival’s activities help promote Montréal on the international stage and contribute to the cultural development of the city.

Have a great festival!

Mathieu Lacombe
Minister of Culture and Communications
Minister Responsible for Youth
Minister Responsible for the Outaouais Region

Caroline Proulx
Minister of Tourism
Minister Responsible for the Lanaudière Region

Christine Fréchette
Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy
Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development
Ministre responsable de la Métropole et de la région de Montréal

Tourisme Montréal is proud to celebrate the Festival International Nuits d’Afrique, a true showcase of the cultural richness that brings our city to life.

Through this unique festival, visitors are invited to celebrate African, Caribbean, and Latin American cultures.

Montréal captivates with its energy, diversity, and openness to the world — and Nuits d’Afrique perfectly embodies the spirit of the city: a place of connection, dialogue, and celebration.

Wishing everyone a wonderful festival!

Yves Lalumière
CEO of Tourisme Montréal