1986

Gravelbourg

Particularly noteworthy is the participation of Édith Butler and the Danseurs de la rivière la Vieille.

The host community shows off its institutions, including the Gravelbourg Museum, Maillard Cultural Centre and Gravel Bookshop. Young and old can take part in several tournaments. Craftspeople display their work.
The festival starts off with the Fransaskois trailer. This leaves from Prince Albert and ends up in Gravelbourg, symbolizing the movement of the Fransaskois people for recognition of their language rights.

Acadian Édith Butler is the first big star to take part in the festival. ?The rain did not dampen the spirit of the festival?, says L'Eau vive.