The major new addition to the 2026 calendar is the inaugural Fricot Franco Festival, taking place August 12 to 16. Inspired by the traditional Acadian dish from which it takes its name, this brand-new festival blends music, comedy, and francophone culture into a celebration where every ingredient contributes its own unique flavour. The festival will feature five days of free performances in the heart of Dieppe, culminating in the official National Acadian Day show on August 15, produced by the Société nationale de l’Acadie and aired by Radio-Canada Acadie. The evening will showcase performances by Lisa LeBlanc, Laurie LeBlanc, Les Gars du Nord, Colleen Power, and many other artists, under the artistic direction of René Poirier and emceed by Menoncle Jason.