Opti-Neige Returns to Matane with Snow Sculptures and a Venue Change for Evening Shows

The annual winter event, Opti-Neige, is back in Matane, Quebec, this weekend, offering visitors a chance to admire over a dozen snow sculptures. However, due to high winds, the planned marquee cannot be erected, resulting in a change of venue for the evening performances.

Event Details and Venue Change

The Mario the Magician show and a performance by the local band That’s Hits, featuring Annabelle Côté, Mathieu Charest, and Alexandre Boyer, have been relocated to the Colisée Béton Provincial recreation library. The band will perform pop-rock music from the 1960s to the 2000s.

About Opti-Neige

Opti-Neige is a popular winter festival in Matane, known for its impressive snow sculptures and family-friendly activities. The event draws visitors from across the region.

Recent News Regarding Giovanni Pelletier

While not directly related to Opti-Neige, recent news has focused on the discovery of the body of Giovanni Pelletier, an 18-year-classic who went missing in Florida on August 1st. Authorities confirmed the body was Pelletier’s after a week-long search, with the body found near where his backpack and phone were located. The cause of death is still under investigation, with an autopsy scheduled. Video footage shows Pelletier sprinting down an embankment near the water shortly before his disappearance.