A not-to-be-missed event, with 320 activities taking place in restaurants, bars, art galleries, schools and libraries. 100 poets from 30 countries on 5 continents marvel at the welcome they receive. The 5,000 poems hanging in the heart of the city center are filled with emotion.
Corde à poèmes © Tourisme Mauricie, V.Wilfort
Promenade de la poésie © Festival international de la Poésie
Atelier de poésie © Festival international de la Poésie
Remise des prix © Festival international de la Poésie
International Festival of Poetry
Maison de la Culture · 1425, Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, Trois-Rivières
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October 2 to 11, 2026
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Maison de la Culture
1425, Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, Trois-Rivières, Québec G9A 4J4
Canada
1425, Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, Trois-Rivières, Québec G9A 4J4
Canada
46.34281100, -72.54268300
Region: Mauricie
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Getting there
International Festival of Poetry is located in Trois-Rivières (Mauricie), about 115 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
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On site
Recreational and cultural activities
- Children's entertainment
- Workshop
- Concert, show
- Conference
- Tasting
- Exhibition
- Films, screening
Themes
- Literature and poetry
Frequently asked questions
Where is International Festival of Poetry located?
International Festival of Poetry is located at 1425, Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, Trois-Rivières, in the Mauricie region. It is about 115 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
When does the event take place?
The event takes place from October 2 to 11, 2026.
Is it a good outing with children?
Yes, children will find on site: children's entertainment.
How can I contact the establishment?
You can reach the establishment by phone at 819 379-9813 or on its website: fiptr.com/fr.
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Last updated: April 28, 2026