What to Do in Québec City in June

The month of June kicks off the festival season. Don't miss these events:

• The Old Port area will come alive for 10 days during the Transat Québec St-Malo, a race that brings together dozens of the world's fastest sailboats every four years. The event will culminate in the spectacular start of the race. 
• The weekend of the National Holiday marks the official beginning of summer and is filled with activities, including the traditional show on the Plains of Abraham for National Day on June 23^th. 
• Jazz lovers will be delighted to attend nearly 90 performances during Festival Québec Jazz in June.

Old Québec has several stories to share through its heritage treasures. By entering the historical attractions, you will find out why the destination is so unique in America. Here are some of the historial gems in Old Québec to discover.

Starting from June 22^nd, it will be possible to admire the iconic engravings of the famous Rembrandt at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec.

Over at Musée de la civilisation, there's a unique immersion into the daily lives of gladiators and a dive into the world of wrestling through an exhibition developed in collaboration with the creative company Ex Machina and its renowned artistic director, Robert Lepage.

The exhibitions are sure to be a big draw, so book your tickets in advance online!

Just a few minutes from downtown Québec City, the various attractions and local cuisine of Wendake will immerse you in the spirit of this people. And why not enhance this experience by staying at the Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations, whose architecture is inspired by the tipi and longhouse? With its numerous events and new offerings not to be missed, June is an excellent opportunity to explore this culture:

• The Kwe! Meeting Indigenous Peoples event showcases Indigenous Nations and returns in its format presented at Place Jean-Béliveau in Québec City.
• The Huron-Wendat Museum presents a brand new permanent exhibition featuring important figures of the Huron-Wendat Nation.
• The Wendake International Pow Wow offers an exceptional experience where First Nations dancers from here and beyond compete to dazzle the audience. 
• The immersive journey Onhwa' Lumina is an excellent way to end a day of discovery. This 1.2 km forest trail unfolds to the rhythms and ancestral chants in a journey that takes us to the stars.

With its historic architecture and the majestic St. Lawrence River, Québec City offers many restaurant terrace restaurants for dining or having a drink in a breathtaking setting. 

Snack shacks are a venerable French Canadian tradition, and the Québec City area is no exception. Some stick to down-home staples like fries and poutine, while others, like Chez Mag on Île d’Orléans, are all about reinventing old favourites.

MTBers will find plenty of places to test their skills—and their pedal power—less than an hour outside Québec City. Vallée Bras-du-Nord, Mont-Sainte-Anne, and Empire 47 all have great trails for all levels of rider, including beginners looking to try the sport, while the enduro trails at Sentiers du Moulin and Massif de Charlevoix are the perfect place to get sendy.