
Pierre Lapointe’s album La forêt des mal-aimés was previously presented in symphonic form in 2007. The Festival d’été de Québec (feq), a prominent music festival in Quebec, is scheduled to run from July 9 to July 19, 2026.
Breaking Development
In a recent announcement, it was revealed that Lapointe will perform as the closing-night headliner at feq on July 19, 2026. This performance will coincide with the 20th anniversary of his acclaimed album La forêt des mal-aimés.
Lapointe is set to perform alongside the Orchestre symphonique de Québec, enhancing the concert’s appeal with a symphonic arrangement. The planned concert pairs Lapointe with the orchestra and is slated for Place George-V.
La forêt des mal-aimés on July 19 at Place George-V, performing with the Orchestre symphonique de Québec,” stated an unnamed source. The excitement surrounding this event reflects Lapointe’s significant impact on the music scene.
The full lineup for the festival was unveiled at 12:00 pm ET on March 11, 2026, coinciding with the public sale of passes. However, details remain unconfirmed regarding the full lineup beyond Pierre Lapointe.
Speculation exists about other potential artists for the festival, and public anticipation has generated multiple high-profile rumors. Observers are eager to see how the festival will unfold and what additional performances may be announced in the coming months.

