On Friday, August 28, starting at 5 p.m., country will take over Place Centrale and the Centropolis Promenade for the 2026 edition of our annual Rendez-vous Country!
Starting at 5 p.m.: A DJ will be playing music. Join us for a line-dancing class taught by Wild Fox Country, who will teach you two different dances.
6 p.m.: Open dance session: come practice what you’ve learned and show off your skills! Come practice your dance moves with the group.
7 p.m.: Second dance class taught by Wild Fox Country.
Psst!! Want to learn line dancing to get ready for our big event? Come take classes with us from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesdays July 29, August 19, and August 26!
8 p.m. – 9 :30 p.m.: Concert by Coco Country Band, a country rock band made up of seven professional musicians with over 17 years of combined experience. Get ready to dance, sing, and—above all—enjoy an energy-filled, unforgettable evening!
9 :30 – 11 p.m.: We’ll keep the dance party going under the stars until the site closes!
10 p.m.: A special line-up awaits you at Jack Flat BBQ, including line dancing!
Country market: Several kiosks will be on-site offering country-themed products. You’ll find hats, clothes, accessories, and more!
Mechanical bull: Test your cowboy and cowgirl skills on the mechanical bull hosted by Jack Flat BBQ.
Saloon area: Randolph will be hosting a saloon-themed game area. Stop by to play poker, cards, oversized board games, or even try your hand at axe throwing!
Food area: A refreshment booth by Jack Astor’s will be on site to keep you hydrated throughout the evening. Feeling a little hungry? Jack Flat BBQ will have a booth serving pulled pork sliders and smash burgers under the tent.
Photo booth: Capture your evening with a memorable photo at the Centre dentaire Smiile!
Strength Contest: Come test your strength against other cowboys and cowgirls at the Shop Santé booth.
We hope to see y’all there to make the 2026 edition of the Rendez-vous Country a huge success!
The Rendez-vous Country de Laval is co-produced with La Centrale des artistes, a nonprofit organization based in Laval. Its mission is to promote regional development by creating authentic cultural experiences and memorable moments for the public, while combating cultural desertification. We would also like to express our special thanks to the City of Laval and Tourisme Laval for their valuable financial support.