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Mi-Carême Festival Celebrates Anonymity and Community in Quebec

3/28/2026

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Masked visitors celebrate Mi-Carême on L’Isle-aux-Coudres, Quebec, as they ascend a snowy path to a riverside house and dance wearing wigs and masks.
Homeowner Cyrille Dufour played music and encouraged dancers to reveal their best moves.
The festival, an annual tradition rooted in medieval France, aims to maintain anonymity while fostering community spirit.
The tradition continues to thrive in select French-speaking regions of Canada, showcasing a unique cultural heritage.

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Masked visitors celebrate Mi-Carême on L’Isle-aux-Coudres, Quebec, as they ascend a snowy path to a riverside house and dance wearing wigs and masks.
Homeowner Cyrille Dufour played music and encouraged dancers to reveal their best moves.
The festival, an annual tradition rooted in medieval France, aims to maintain anonymity while fostering community spirit.
The tradition continues to thrive in select French-speaking regions of Canada, showcasing a unique cultural heritage.