WIND FESTIVAL 2026
WIND FESTIVAL 2026
Of November 20-28, 2026, ACFSJ invites you to celebrate the Wind Festival under the theme «Autumn light, winter gentleness».
A program that celebrates Francophone culture, encounters and the pleasure of coming together around unifying activities.
Discover the events on offer and come celebrate with us this wonderful cultural week in Saint-Jean!
From November 20 to 28, 2026
Francophone Community Association of Saint-Jean (ACFSJ)
Check out our full program and join us!
In collaboration with Accueil francophone (T.-N.-L.).
LAUNCH OF THE WIND FESTIVAL
The ACFSJ invites you to celebrate the launch of the Wind Festival !
Friday, November 20, 2026
From 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Place : Centre des Grands-Vents
65 Ridge Road, Saint John, NL
A snack will be provided for participants. Drinks will be at an additional cost.
Come share this friendly moment with us and kick off the Wind Festival!
RESERVED FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE PAID FOR THEIR TICKET FOR THE DAMIEN ROBITAILLE CONCERT.
IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP WITH
APPETIZERS
As part of the Wind Festival, participate in an improvisation workshop with the Amuse-Gueules!
An opportunity to discover improvisation, have fun and share a creative moment in a friendly atmosphere.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Place : Centre des Grands-Vents
65 Ridge Road, Saint John, NL
ACTIVITY OPEN TO ALL!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
IMPROVISATION SHOW WITH THE APPETIZERS
As part of the Wind Festival, Come and see an improvisation show presented by Les Amuse-Gueules!
An entertaining and surprising moment, where creativity, humor and spontaneity will be present.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
From 7:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Place : Boreal Café
351 Water Street, Saint John (NL)
This activity is open to everyone!
A snack will be provided. Drinks will be charged.
ACTIVITY OPEN TO ALL!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT APPETIZERS
PRESERVING WORKSHOP WITH LOUIS-CHRISTOPHE VILLENEUVE
As part of the Wind Festival, Join a canning workshop led by Louis-Christophe Villeneuve!
Come and discover food preservation techniques and enjoy a friendly moment sharing knowledge.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
From 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Place : Centre des Grands-Vents
65 Ridge Road, Saint John, NL
This activity is open to everyone!
ACTIVITY OPEN TO ALL!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT LOUIS-CHRISTOPHE VILLENEUVE
LUNCH FOR THE RESOURCEFUL
As part of the Wind Festival, ACFSJ invites people aged 50 and over to get together for a Débrouillards lunch at the Centre des Grands-Vents.
A great opportunity to share a meal, meet new people and spend a pleasant time together!
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
From 11:30 am to 1 pm
Place : Centre des Grands-Vents
65 Ridge Road, Saint John, NL
Target audience : People aged 50 and over.
ACTIVITY OPEN TO ALL!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
GUIDED TOUR OF THE TEMPORARY EXHIBITION – THE ROOMS
As part of the Wind Festival, Come and discover The Rooms' temporary exhibition during a guided tour accompanied by a museum guide.
A great opportunity to explore the works, learn more about the exhibition and discover the museum's collections.
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
From 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Place : The Rooms
9, avenue Bonaventure, Saint-Jean (NL)
ACTIVITY OPEN TO ALL!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
FRANCO CONCERT – OCEAN BOUND AND LIZ FAGAN
As part of the Wind Festival, The ACFSJ invites you to a musical evening celebrating French music with Ocean Bound and Liz Fagan.
Come and enjoy a concert and discover artists in a warm atmosphere in the heart of Saint-Jean!
Thursday, November 26, 2026
From 7:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Place : NL Embassy
79-81 New Gower Street, Saint John, NL
A wonderful musical evening not to be missed as part of the Wind Festival!
ACTIVITY OPEN TO ALL!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT LIZ FAGAN
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OCEAN BOUND
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ÎLE-ICITTE
INTRODUCING iFLY AERIAL ARTS
As part of the Wind Festival, Come and discover iFLY Aerial Arts during a presentation at The Space!
A great opportunity to discover the world of aerial arts and learn more about this artistic discipline.
Saturday, November 28, 2026
From 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Place : The Space
75 Harbor Street, Saint John (NL)
ACTIVITY OPEN TO ALL!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
TRIVIA NIGHT
As part of the Wind Festival, Come and test your knowledge at a trivia night at the Centre des Grands-Vents!
Form your team, take on the challenges and enjoy a friendly moment filled with fun and discovery.
Saturday, November 28, 2026
From 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Place : Centre des Grands-Vents
65 Ridge Road, Saint John, NL
A snack will be provided. Drinks will be charged.