Festival of Bars-à-Jack
The demolition derby of Bellechasse, in the heart of Saint-Raphaël · Saint-Raphaël, MRC de Bellechasse, Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada
The festival
In Saint-Raphaël, Bellechasse, the Festival des Barres-à-Jack is the major Quebec event for the demolition derby. Created in 2006, the festival celebrated its 20th anniversary at its 18th edition, August 7 and 8, 2026, on its 104, rue du Foyer site: a full day of demolition on Saturdays, a scapegoat show on Friday evenings, and music until the end of the night. More than 225 volunteers make the event roll each year.
Good to know
The 18th edition was held on Friday, 7 and Saturday, 8 August 2026. On the program: Friday, 4@7 In JACK, the 20th anniversary of the festival, the scapegoat show and Mojo DJ in Latin electro; Saturday, the demolition from 11 am to 6 pm, country dance in tent with washer and pocket tournament, then Rock Vibes. Access: $25 per day (13+ years), $10 (6-12 years), free (0-5 years). By the end of 2024, the festival provided its community with $75,000 through the municipality for recreation and events. Information: 418 705-0677, [email protected]. Registrations for demolition: Guillaume Couture, 418 564-5272.