Directory of attractions and events
Enjoy unique experiences and easily plan your trips with our directory.
All events
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Free shows featuring original compositions by over a hundred musicians, presented in the heart of Sherbrooke.
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May 9 & 23, June 13 & 20, July 4 & 25, September 12 & 19 and December 5, 2026
Festival Saint-Zénon-de-Piopolis
Piopolis
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May 14 to 17, 2026
Festival des harmonies et orchestres symphoniques du Québec
Sherbrooke
This musical event brings together spectacular performances sure to thrill audiences.
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Piknic Electronik Montréal is a weekly Sunday electronic music event that runs from May to October at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montreal.
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Three nights of fist-pumping music, more flavours to discover and a festive camping-inspired vibe await you!
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This major cultural event is a must-see in Quebec City, featuring shows, a multitude of activities, and a free immersive art trail.
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The Festival Western Trois-Pistoles celebrates its second edition, offering an immersive experience for horseback riding enthusiasts and country culture lovers.
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Photo credit: Jay Kearney Photographe
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Photo credit: Philippe Latour
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Photo credit: Amy Gagnon Photo
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The FestiVoix is a major music festival in the Mauricie region, with more than 130 shows by international and up-and-coming artists presented in the heart of downtown Trois-Rivières.
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Photo credit: Jonathan Roy
June 25 to 28, 2026
Rodéo Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier
Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier
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June 27 to August 22, 2026
Le Domaine Forget international Festival of Charlevoix
Saint-Irénée
Enjoy concerts featuring world-renowned soloists, jazz legends and many of Quebec’s finest orchestras.
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The creations of nearly thirty professional artists will dazzle you along the way. Some of them will welcome you in their studios, while others will host you at exhibition sites across the region.
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The Classique PIF Portes Mackie presents exciting softball games and lots of great activities in Sherbrooke.
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The Festival d'Humour de Gatineau (Gatineau comedy festival) offers you three nights of comedy under the stars with your favourite Quebec comedians.
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Festival Sherblues, in downtown Sherbrooke, is an urban musical festival offering shows, foods to discover, local crafts and an electrifying atmosphere!
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The Gatineau Triathlon, in Outaouais, takes place on the enchanting site of the parc du Lac-Leamy and attracts more than 1,000 participants.
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This festival encourages visitors to "taste" their way through the islands by way of live musical performances, dance workshops, local authentic Caribbean restaurants and many other activities.
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Festival that promotes African arts. Hear performances by musicians from different African, African-American and Caribbean cultures, take part in workshops and more.
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Every summer for 6 evenings in August, Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy presents world-class pyromusical performances and much more!
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Photo credit: Roger St-Laurent Photographe
Unique in Gaspésie, the Festival Musique du Bout du Monde is one of the most popular events in the region. It's where the culture of Gaspésie and other world cultures celebrate side by side.
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Photo credit: Stéphane Gagné
The Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières welcomes racing fans to its stands for another edition full of adrenaline!
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Photo credit: Dominic Charette
September 2 to 6, 2026
FMG - Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival
Gatineau
Five days of festivities for the whole family, including a gigantic amusement park, a family zone, fireworks, surprising activities and the magnificent hot-air balloon flights!
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Photo credit: Caroline Perron
Bringing together the largest gathering of breweries in Quebec, this festival features musical performances, culinary demonstrations, microbreweries, wineries, cider mills and local producers.
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The Festival Western de St-Tite offers a unique and exciting atmosphere and presents professional rodeos and various musical and dance shows.
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The Riverside Festival brings together electronic music enthusiasts on the banks of the Ottawa River in a spectacular setting.
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The Tour de Gatineau is a can't-miss event in women's cycling in Canada.
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This event features awe-inspiring aerobatic displays, historically rich military aircraft and new aerospace technologies.
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Every year, this event temporarily transforms Sherbrooke into a bike-friendly corridor, where cyclists of all levels come together to enjoy a program of activities accessible to everyone, from trying out bikes to joining guided rides and watching demonstrations.
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Photo credit: Laurence Thériault
The International Poetry Festival offers close to 250 activities related to poetry. On the agenda: exhibitions, writing workshops, poetry readings and much more.
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Photo credit: Christian Martin
The Montreal Beneva Marathon is the largest running event in Quebec and a must-see during Montreal’s fall season.
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Photo credit: Cyrille Farre
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Photo credit: Alexandre Guay
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Meet the market’s exhibitors and find items that make original gifts, local products from Quebec, German and European specialties and products made by local artisans.
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Photo credit: Lucie Gauthier
November 27 to December 20, 2026
Marché de Noël et des traditions de Longueuil
Longueuil
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of this event in the Montérégie region and kick off the holiday season. With activities for all generations, it's sure to be a great time.
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Festive cross-country ski race with more than 500 athletes (M14 to senior) from Quebec and Ontario, held yearly before Christmas.
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This winter playground offers a host of activities and entertainment: snow tubing and games for young and old, illuminated snow sculptures in the evening and outdoor shows.
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It's the winter event not to be missed! The city will be transformed into a snow festival with ice sculptures, an ice castle, nighttime parades and much more.
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Photo credit: Stéphane Deschamps
The largest winter gathering in the region: fireworks, tube slides, sleigh rides, giant games, hiking and skating along the St. Lawrence River, mascots, outdoor entertainment, and other surprises await you.
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The event promises three nights of pure energy, bringing together the biggest names in the global electronic music scene in a freezing yet electrifying atmosphere.
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Photo credit: Eric Martin Photographie
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Each year, the festival presents some 100 screenings from over 20 countries, with a special focus on national and international auteur cinema.
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The main focus of the Festival cinéma du monde de Sherbrooke is to present inspiring and moving films that allow the audience to discover different cultures.
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Photo credit: Philippe Deschamps
Festival Saucette en showssettes is a fun, humorous event that invites you to slip on your best socks with your finest flip-flops for a weekend of fun!
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Photo credit: Frédérique Ménard-Aubin
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Hit The Floor is one of the largest dance events in the world! The event encourages young people to move, to surpass themselves and to share their passion.
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Photo credit: Kamara Morozuk
Explore the activity zones, see lively shows and discover plenty of sports you can try in a welcoming, energetic atmosphere!