What to Do in Québec City in January

Danny Vachon

In search of a good New Year's resolution? How about resolving to do January with a positive mental attitude and enjoy all the activities on offer in and around Québec City?

January Events Calendar

20^th Anniversary of the Ice Hotel

Mention de source Hôtel de Glace

This grandiose Ice Hotel—the only one of its kind in North America—is built out of ice from the ground up and for its 20^th anniversary promises to be something special with new architectural features.
Starting on January 2

The Aquarium du Québec Sparkle

Mention de source Aquarium du Québec

Made up of hundreds of thousands LED lights, the illuminated outdoor pathways at the Québec City Aquarium will blow you away. A magical outing for the whole family.
Various dates in January and February

Sépaq Winter Day

Mention de source Station touristique Duchesnay

Free admission for the Sépaq Winter Day! Enjoy all kinds of free activities at Camp Mercier, Station touristique Duchesnay, Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier and Réserve faunique des Laurentides. Winter, the perfect season to take a breath of fresh air!
January 26

Suggestions of the Month

Warming Stations

Mention de source Ville de Québec

Tour the city’s pop‑up winter sites. Hurry—they’ll be gone come spring! Each site has chairs, gas fireplaces, some even have outdoor heaters. Also enjoy a program of events inspired by the local neighbourhood.

5 Reasons to Ski Around Québec City

Mention de source Le Massif de Charlevoix

Skiers and snowboarders can take their pick of four different hills less than an hour from the city centre. See our 5 reasons to go skiing in the Québec City Area.