This Event Near Ottawa Has Interactive Glowing Installations That Feel Futuristic

Discover Canadian stories in light and sound.

Staff Writer

You'll be able to admire glowing outdoor light displays and engage with them in a whole new experience.

There are new interactive light installations in Gatineau, Quebec, as part of the cultural event Salon du Livre de l’Outaouais.

Starting February 10, you will be able to sit inside one of six glowing cylinders, pulling the lever to see magical cartoons appear.

Called Loop, the event will take place on Laval Street in Gatineau's city centre, showcasing retrofuturistic cartoons inside bright cylindrical structures. The cartoons depict French Canadian stories, promoting the French language with a fun cinematic twist.

Hop inside one of these modern-looking cylinders and use the lever to activate lights and the cartoon stories that will simultaneously transport you back in time, feeling like you're inside a giant toy Zoetrope. The pictures rotate around you continuously, depending on the speed at which you pull the lever.

Listen to the music playing along with the glowing images. This free event will take place from February 10 to March 6, 2022. You can also find giant snow sculptures while you're in Gatineau.

Loop

This Event Near Ottawa Has Interactive Glowing Installations That Feel Futuristic

Olivier Gariépy | Salon du Livre de L’Outaouais

Price: Free

When: February 10 to March 6

Address: Rue Laval, Gatineau, QC

Why You Need To Go: You can enjoy a glowing display of light and sound, engaging with a giant cylinder to watch fun French cartoons swirl around you.

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  • Ottawa Staff Writer Megan Johnson was an Ottawa Staff Writer for Narcity Canada. Prior to joining the Narcity team she founded Ottawa River Lifestyle, a blog to promote the Capital Region and small towns along the Ottawa River. In addition to writing about Canadian businesses, local events and outdoor adventures, Megan has created content for Canadian brands and tourism boards. She has her B.Sc. in Honours Biochemistry and has always enjoyed various forms of writing and travel.

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