5. Rêves d'Automne Charlevoix

The Buzz -- When the leaves start to turn and a certain briskness returns to the air, the people of Charlevoix show off the fruits of their collective harvest like no other time of the year. This region-wide festival celebrates Charlevoix's natural beauty. Festival goers are encouraged to experience all the best that the area offers, from hiking in the mountains and along the rugged coast to hitting the water, taking river cruises and going whale-watching. Most galleries, museums, restaurants and shops participate in the unforgettable Rêves d'Automne.