July 22, 2025

Festi-Gourmet 2025: 4 days to savour the world in Laval

From August 7 to 10, 2025the flavours of the world come to Laval for the very first edition of Festi-Gourmet. This new gourmet and festive festival offers a culinary and cultural immersion that promises to be a summer highlight. For four days, traditions will be expressed on the plate, on stage and through a host of activities designed to arouse curiosity, whet the appetite and bring people together.

An invitation to savor the world

As soon as you arrive on site, you're drawn in by the tantalizing aromas wafting through the air - a mix of steaming grills, simmering sauces and sweet treats that instantly awaken the senses. In front of each kiosk, lines form, conversations begin: succulent bites are shared, questions are asked about ingredients, tastes are savored, amazement is expressed, and returners come back for a second helping.

Festi-Gourmetis the moment when you bite into a spicy West African dumpling and discover the family history behind it. It's also the pleasure of seeing a child bite into a soft bao or a coconut milk crêpe for the first time, eyes shining with surprise. With over 50 exhibitorseveryone will find a dish that speaks to them... or surprises them.

A festive and vibrant atmosphere

At the turn of a bite, the sounds take over: a guitar rises from a small stage, soon joined by a warm voice and percussion. Further on, a dance troupe enters the stage, capturing everyone's attention.

The festival's program unfolds like a great living spectacle. At any moment of the day, you can come across a performance inspired by an ancestral ritual, a melody that takes you on a journey, or a number that makes you want to dance on the spot. The site never really sleeps: even between concerts, it resounds with laughter, intersecting music and spontaneous applause. And for those who like to get their hands dirty, interactive workshops create real bridges between cultures, in a spirit of exchange and conviviality.

A place to play, explore and have fun with the whole family

In one corner of the site, children jump around in an inflatable structure, while others, paintbrushes in hand, try their hand at traditional painting. As for the parents, they can enjoy a hot meal, a glass of tea or a fruity juice, seated on a blanket or at a picnic table.

The family zone is not just an add-on: it's an integral part of the Festi-Gourmet experience. It's a place where everyone feels at home, whether you've come for a culinary adventure, to discover other cultures, or simply to spend some quality time together.

Concrete actions for more responsible enjoyment

Festi-Gourmet doesn't just entertain. Every step of the way, you can feel the desire to organize an event that promotes values such as respect, sharing and inclusion. This is also reflected in its commitment to the environment. The festival adopts concrete practices such as reducing over-packaging and disposable crockery, promoting" reusable formats, redistributing surplus food to community organizations and responsible waste management throughout the site.

Here, celebrating the world rhymes with consciousness and kindness. This attention to detail can be found both on the plate and in the gestures surrounding the event.

A new rendez-vous not to be missed

At the end of the day, as the sun slowly declines and the golden light sets the site ablaze, you can still hear the dance steps on the floor, the last orders placed in the kiosks, the lively conversations around the tables. Some go home full and delighted, others return the next day to discover what they missed the day before. Festi-Gourmet has all the makings of a must-see summer event in Laval. A place where you can savour together the richest the world has to offer. A moment suspended between discovery and celebration.