Held every August 15 during the Festival acadien de Clare, the Tintamarre "noise parade" is one of Clare's most popular and iconic events!
This traditional event, which comes to life every year thanks to a collaborative partnership between the Municipality of Clare, the Festival acadien de Clare and the Société acadienne de Clare
Registration is not required to participate in the tintamarre, and the National Acadian Day show is free!
Details for 2025 to come regarding the loud, proud, and exciting event we all cherish and love!
We're also pleased to announce other Quinzou activities, including an Acadian flag-raising ceremony at Rendez-vous de la Baie at 10:00 a.m., with a performance by La Baie en Joie dance troupe, speeches, and cake. At 11:00 a.m., St. Alphonse Church will host a Quinzou mass.
Read an excellent article about the Tintamarre in Canadian Geographic by travel writer Darcy Rhyno.