Festival de Coques (Clam Festival)

New for 2026, the Festival de Coques (Clam Festival) in Clare will celebrate the rich tradition of clam digging as a “Must-Do” authentic Acadian experience! The festival will be family friendly, outdoor, activity based, educational and accessible. Visit website for more details on the program.

June 11-14, 2026

Preliminary Program:

Thursday, June 11

• Plant Tour – Innovative Fishery, Saint Bernard

Friday, June 12

• Plant Tour – Innovative Fishery, Saint Bernard
• Clam digging tour with Marcel Saulnier
• Clare Community Clam Boil

Saturday, June 13

• Kids’ Clam Shell Painting and “Plein Air” by the Conseil des arts de la Baie, Belliveau Cove
• Clam Digging Competitions
• Clam Trivia

Friday, June 14

• Beach Clean-up

Clam specials at your favourite local restaurants daily!

Plus, a Golden Clam Hunt for the entire duration of the festival with amazing prizes!