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La Poutine Week

Get your taste buds ready for La Poutine Week - a celebration of the iconic Canadian dish with creative twists, delicious deals, and mouth-watering events!

Monday

1–7

February 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEFebruary 1-7 (week)

OBSERVED INCanada

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYGlobal Cuisines

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to indulge in one of Canada's most beloved dishes during La Poutine Week, taking place from Feb. 1-7! This week-long celebration is all about poutine – a delicious combination of french fries, cheese curds, and gravy that has become a staple in Canadian cuisine. The first official La Poutine Week was held in 2012, but the dish itself has been enjoyed by Canadians for decades. With different variations and toppings available, this week is the perfect opportunity to try new and creative takes on this classic comfort food. So mark your calendars and get ready to dig into some mouth-watering poutine creations!

TIMELINE

La Poutine Week Timeline

Birth of Poutine

Originating in Quebec, Canada in the late 1950s, poutine—a dish of fries, cheese curds, and gravy—becomes a beloved national dish.

Poutine Goes Mainstream

Poutine becomes mainstream in Canada by the 1980s, with many fast food chains including it on their menus.

International Recognition

By the 1990s, poutine begins to gain international recognition, appearing in eateries all over the world.

First La Poutine Week

In 2012, the first La Poutine Week was celebrated to honour the beloved Canadian dish.

La Poutine Week Goes Global

In 2014, the festival expanded outside of Quebec, even reaching the United States and other countries.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate La Poutine Week

Create your own poutine recipe

Put a twist on the classic poutine by coming up with your own unique recipe. Experiment with different toppings and sauces to create a poutine that is truly yours.

Go on a poutine crawl

Gather some friends and go on a poutine crawl around your city, trying out different restaurants and their take on this delicious dish.

ATTEND

Attend a poutine festival

Many cities host poutine festivals during La Poutine Week. Attend one of these events to try out different variations of poutine and support local vendors.

HOST

Host a poutine party

Invite friends over for a poutine party where everyone can bring their own ingredients and create their own poutine masterpiece.

CREATE

Create a poutine-inspired dessert

Put a sweet twist on poutine by creating a dessert version, using ingredients like chocolate, caramel, and marshmallows to mimic the classic poutine toppings.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love La Poutine Week

It brings people together

La Poutine Week is not just about the food - it's also about bringing people together to share a love for this delicious comfort food. It's a great opportunity to gather with friends and family and bond over a shared love for poutine.

It's a celebration of a Canadian classic

La Poutine Week is a time to celebrate the iconic dish that originated in Quebec, Canada. This delicious combination of French fries, cheese curds, and gravy has become a staple in Canadian cuisine and is now enjoyed all over the world.

There are endless variations to try

During La Poutine Week, restaurants and chefs get creative with their poutine recipes, offering unique twists on the classic dish. From pulled pork poutine to gourmet poutine with truffle oil, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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