Centropolis unveils nostalgic summer concert series and seasonal festivities
Visitors to Centropolis will once again have plenty of reasons to spend their summer evenings in Laval, as the entertainment destination has announced the return of its seasonal programming featuring tribute concerts, festivals and a new immersive experience.
From July 17 to August 28, the Central Plaza at Centropolis, a property of Cominar, will host free Friday night performances celebrating legendary musical artists. Concerts begin at 8 p.m., while game nights hosted by Randolph Pub Ludique will start at 6 p.m. Visitors can also enjoy the pedestrian promenade and the site’s many restaurant terraces.
According to organizers, this year’s musical lineup was designed to evoke nostalgia through tributes to iconic performers from past decades.
“We saw how much people loved last summer’s nostalgic programming, so we’re continuing with tributes to legendary artists,” said Karine Rodrigue, Marketing Director at Cominar. “Get ready to relive unforgettable musical moments live. With festivals, concerts and our wide variety of terraces, we’re simply waiting for people to join us for an unforgettable summer.”
Friday concert lineup
The summer concert series will feature:
- July 17: Tina Live, featuring Sylvie DesGroseillers in tribute to Tina Turner
- July 24: Broken Nails
- July 31: Heart of Stones, a tribute to The Rolling Stones
- August 7: Persuasion, a tribute to Santana
- August 21: Les Colocs-Ensemble, celebrating the music of Les Colocs
- August 28: Laval’s annual Country Rendezvous featuring Coco Country Band
The country-themed finale, presented in collaboration with La Centrale des artistes, will close the season with line dancing and performances by the seven-member Coco Country Band.
A summer packed with festivals
Live music will only be one part of Centropolis’ summer programming.
Additional events scheduled throughout the season include:
- June 20: A solstice celebration featuring an outdoor yoga gathering hosted by Idolem.
- July 2 to 5: The Festival des vins et spiritueux de Laval, featuring tastings and more than 40 exhibitors.
- July 9 to 11: Festival Manger Santé de Laval, dedicated to healthy living and wellness.
- August 13 to 15: Festival Mosaïque Laval, showcasing live performances, workshops, a pop-up market and cultural activities.
New immersive attraction debuts
A new addition will also arrive this summer behind the Cineplex parking area.
From July 3 to September 7, Wednesdays through Sundays, Laval-based company Laser Quantum will present H2Origin, a multimedia aquatic experience inspired by space exploration.
Organizers describe the attraction as blending science and wonder through educational workshops, technological experiences and immersive installations.
Centropolis also acknowledged the support of its partners, including Tourisme Laval and La Centrale des artistes, which once again collaborated on the musical programming.
Admission to the outdoor concerts and activities is free unless otherwise indicated.
