Bal en Blanc facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bal en Blanc |
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| Genre | Electronic music |
| Dates | Easter holiday weekend, 28 May (Bal en Blanc in the park), Canada Day Weekend |
| Location(s) | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Years active | 1995-present |
| Website | Bal en Blanc Official Website: http://www.balenblanc.com/ |
Bal en Blanc is a very popular electronic music festival held every year in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It takes place during the Easter holiday weekend. The first event was in 1995, and about 800 people attended. It has grown a lot since then!
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What is Bal en Blanc?
Bal en Blanc means "White Ball" in French. It's a huge dance party where everyone usually wears white clothes. This tradition makes the event look really cool and unified. People come from all over to enjoy the music and the special atmosphere.
Music and Fun
The festival mainly features Electronic music. This type of music is made using electronic instruments and computers. Different kinds of electronic music are played, like trance music and house music. Famous DJs from around the world come to perform. They play exciting sets that keep everyone dancing for hours.
Where and When it Happens
Bal en Blanc is always held in Montreal, a big city in Canada. It happens during the long Easter weekend, which is usually in March or April. This timing gives people an extra day off school or work to enjoy the festival. The event often takes place in large venues, like convention centers, to fit all the attendees.
History of the Festival
The very first Bal en Blanc was held in 1995. It started as a smaller event but quickly became famous. Over the years, it grew into one of the biggest electronic music festivals in North America. Thousands of people now attend each year. It has become a special tradition for many music fans.
See also
- List of electronic music festivals
- List of music festivals in Canada
- Black and Blue Festival
External links
- Bal en Blanc Official Website: http://www.balenblanc.com/
