Festival des Fêtes 

Village musical acadien in Abram-Village is organizing a series of four events as part of its 2025 Festival des Fêtes. Everyone is welcome to participate and discover—or rediscover—the musical, artisanal, artistic, and culinary talents of the Evangeline region’s Acadians.

The Acadian Christmas Party on November 28 at 8 pm will kick off the festivities. Party-goers can expect a mix of popular Christmas songs by singer-guitarist Nick Arsenault, accompanied by Rémi Arsenault on bass, Riel Arsenault on electric guitar, and Shane Arsenault on drums.

The Village Christmas Market, featuring artisanal creations, local food, and a visit from Santa Claus, will run from 9 am–5 pm on November 29 and from 9 am–4 pm on November 30.

This year’s Christmas Dinner and Show takes place December 7 at 6 pm and features a turkey dinner with entertainment by Josée Boudreau & Le Groupe Maz—Mont Carmel’s Josée Boudreau with Jean-Marc O’Brien, Alexandre O’Brien, Isabelle Bourgeois, Ginette Caissie, Denise Guitard, Guy Mazerolle, and Mathieu Brun, all from New Brunswick. The group will perform classics from midnight mass alongside modern Christmas hits. Tickets must be reserved in advance by phone (902-854-3300) or online at villagemusical.com. 

The final Christmas Show on December 23 at 7 pm will feature artists from the Evangeline region, including Caroline Bernard, Patricia Richard, Marcella Richard, Rémi Arsenault, Jonny Ray Arsenault, Louise Arsenault, Jeannita Bernard, and Wayne Robichaud. A few stepdancers and young artists will also perform.

Adult and student admission prices are available, and admission is free for preschoolers.