New Year's Eve Party with Danny Sylvester at Gavan's Hotel
This high-energy country party pays tribute to the legends and hitmakers of both classic and modern country music – with crowd-favourites from Dwight Yoakam, Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, Keith Urban, and many more. Whether you’re two-stepping into midnight with your sweetheart or line dancing with the whole crowd, the Honky-Tonk Heroes will keep the party pumping straight into the new year.
Date: December 31st, 2025
Location: Gavan’s Hotel, 1157 Rue de Clarendon St., Quyon
Doors: 8:00pm
Show: 9:00pm
Tickets: $20.00
Dust off your cowboy boots, gather your crew, and get ready to kick off 2026 honky-tonk style at Gavan’s. Yeehaw & Happy New Year!
Ticket Link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1826
Shawville Pontiacs vs Madawaska Valley Wolves
Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang
When: Jan 2nd, 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)
https://shawvillepontiacs.hockeyshift.com/stats#/988/game/1097774
MEGA Bingo
Where: 215 rue Lang
When: Jan 7th, 7:00 p.m.
Join the Pontiac Agricultural Society for MEGA Bingo on January 7th featuring $2,000 in prizes! Doors open at 6:30 pm and the event begins at 7:00 pm at a cost of $20 per card. This is an age-of-majority event (18+) with both a canteen and bingo available, and payments are accepted via cash or card.
U11-U13 Pontiac Winter Classic Tournament
When: Jan 9th – 11th
Where: Shawville Arena
See you on January 9th-January 11th for the U11 U13 Pontiac Winter Classic Presented by Giant Tiger!
See the full schedule here: https://page.spordle.com/tournoi-m11-m13-shawville/schedule-stats-standings
Magical Torch-Lit Skating Night
Where: Patinage en forêt, 9 Montée Beausoleil, Lac-des-Loups
When: Jan 9th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Experience an enchanting night of skating on a forest trail illuminated by 350 torches, complete with music, light effects, and a cozy bonfire. This event is limited to 300 participants at a cost of $25.00 per person, and reservations must be made online at www.patinageenforet.com. Please note that tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.
TJ Morrison Live at Gavan's
Where: 1157 Rue de Clarendon, Quyon
When: Jan 9th, 8 p.m.
A new year, a cozy pub, and the sound of live music filling the room. TJ Morrison brings his soulful vocals and rock-blues rhythms that feel just right on a winter night. Join us for a night of free live music.
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Alleyn-et-Cawood’s 150th Community Info Meeting
Where: Municipal Hall, 10 chemin Jondee
When: Jan 10th, 10 a.m.
Alleyn-et-Cawood is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2026, and is looking for volunteers to help the municipality celebrate this milestone. This first info meeting will be an opportunity to share ideas, memories, or simply interest in participating.
U15-U18 Pontiac Winter Classic Tournament
Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang
When: Jan. 16-18
See you on January 16th-January 18th for the Pontiac Winter Classic U15/U18, presented by Revêtement St Laurent.
See details here: https://www.pontiactournament.com/en/index.html
Cribbage Tournament at George’s Regal Beagle
Where: George’s Regal Beagle, 1541 Chem. de Chapeau Sheenboro (Chichester, QC)
When: Jan 17th, 12:30 p.m.
25$ entree fee includes a lunch of soup and assorted cold cut mini subs. Registration is at 12:30 p.m. with the tournament starting at 1 p.m. To register in advance or for more information please contact David Brisard at 613-639-9002.
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Reset Day Retreat
Where: Mountain View Farms, 575 Chem. Crégheur
When: Jan 18th, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Beyoutiful Souls and Mountain View Farm are hosting a day-long retreat focused on reflection, intention-setting, and creating a personal vision board using the “Field Guide to Manifesting Your Dream Life”. More Information here: beyoutifulsouls.com/mini-day-retreat/reset-day-retreat.