Family Activities for Christmas

A family photograph themselves in the snowy Petit-Champlain district, with the Château Frontenac in the background.
Francis Gagnon

* Please note that the suggestions on this page do not necessarily reflect the latest measures in place. It is recommended to validate with businesses and consult our travel advice related to COVID-19. *

Wondering what to do with your little ones before and during the holidays? Why not take advantage of these activity ideas to experience the true magic of Christmas and extend the magic of the season!

    • A family takes pictures with the ice sculptures in the Petit-Champlain district, during the Québec Winter Carnival.
      Francis Gagnon
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    Take a Stroll Through the Old City

    WHERE YOU CAN:

    • Experience a true Christmas Village where the snow, lights, and European architecture create the perfect backdrop for beautiful family photos
    • Participate in a host of activities to celebrate this wonderful time of year

Events for the Holidays

  • Oeuvre lumineuse du parcours Plein les yeux et les oreilles
    Major Event

    Interactive Illuminated Course

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More Activities for Families

  • Young girl ice fishing in the Portneuf Wildlife Reserve.

    Réserve faunique de Portneuf

    Skating

    Patinoire de la place D'Youville

    Au Chalet en Bois Rond - Children ice fishing

    Au Chalet en Bois Rond

  • Exterior facade of a winter refuge in the Parc naturel régional de Portneuf.

    Parc naturel régional de Portneuf

    CCBN - Battles Museum

    Commission des champs de bataille nationaux

    Quatre Natures - chalet

    Quatre Natures

  • Plates of food served at the Bistro-bar Le Quatre-Temps at Station touristique Duchesnay.

    Station touristique Duchesnay

    Skating

    Site des sports d'hiver de la Pointe-aux-Lièvres

    Family sliding in an inner tube in the Jacques-Cartier National Park.

    Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier - Sépaq

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Published on • January 17, 2020
Winter Family Activities Holiday Season
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Editorial Team

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