The Miss and Mister Tampon evening of the Florilèges 2026 event, originally set for Friday, October 9, has been canceled after a technical issue involving the stability of the stage occurred during the night of Thursday to Friday. The incident led to injuries among five individuals who were rehearsing on site. The City of Tampon has expressed its full support for those affected and stated that its services are available to assist those involved. The city clarified that it had received all required regulatory documents from the private contractor who owns the stage. These included a verification report from an authorized organization and a certificate confirming the stage was properly assembled. Despite these documents, an investigation is now underway to determine the exact causes of the technical failure. The Florilèges 2026 event will still proceed as planned, opening this Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 9 a.m. at Parc Jean de Cambiaire. The event will begin with the inauguration of the floral park, which is a central feature of the festival. Organizers have not yet provided details about whether the Miss and Mister Tampon event will be rescheduled or replaced with an alternative activity. The cancellation highlights the importance of safety measures during large public events and underscores the need for thorough inspections, even when official documentation is in place. As the investigation continues, the city remains committed to supporting those affected and ensuring the safety of future events.