5 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 most of these activities are cancelled in 2020.***

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!

- Francis Gagnon
1 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
- Marion Desjardins
2 Meet Santa Claus
WHERE’S SANTA?
- In the picturesque Petit Champlain District from the end of Novembre to the end of December
- In local shopping centres—a great chance to knock some holiday errands off the list
- Aquarium du Québec
3 The Québec Aquarium Light Festival
WHERE YOU CAN:
- Marvel at the illuminated animal structures along the magic forest trail
- Have some winter fun with the marine animals and the slide in a musical atmosphere
- Parade des Jouets
4 Toy Parade
WHERE YOU CAN:
- Take part in the parade where floats and entertainers conjure up a world of childhood fantasy and the next day visit the Christmas magic at Place Jean-Béliveau where you can see the floats and have fun!
- Give your letter to Santa to a mail carrier in the parade!
- Musée de la civilisation
5 Museum Workshops for Families
WHERE YOU CAN:
- Discover a world of classic fairytales in the Musée de la civilisation costume shop
- Create a family art project at Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec