The Latest and the Greatest of Winter 2022-2023

The German Christmas Market keeps getting bigger and better every year. And in 2022, it will continue to wow one and all with the all-new Santa’s castle (inspired by Château Frontenac) at Place d’Armes, complete with appearances by Santa Claus himself, a giant puppet parade through the streets of the city, and plenty of shops and entertainment at Place D’Youville.
November 24 to December 23, 2022 (Thursday to Sunday)

Once the Market is over, the activity on the sites continues with the second edition of Kaléidoscopes.

This exhibition at Musée de la civilisation delves into the rich and captivating culture of ancient Egypt. From real-life mummies, stelae, and coffins of important figures to jewellery, papyrus, and models of dwellings and pyramids, get set for a trip back to the age of pharaohs. 

While you’re at MCQ, check out the Witness Blanket, a powerful art installation created by master carver Carey Newman, member of the Kwakwaka'wakw First Nation and Coast Salish, in order to pay tribute to the victims of the residential school era and to symbolize a necessary reconciliation.

Onhwa’ Lumina, produced in collaboration with internationally renowned Québec studio Moment Factory, transports visitors to a magical world full of nature and technology as they explore the rich history of the Huron-Wendat Nation. The 1.2 km Onhwa’ Lumina walk is the only immersive experience of its kind to be open in winter in the province.

While in Wendake, you can also participate in the new escape game Lights in the Sky, an enigmatic journey featuring five unique places on the site of the Huron-Wendat Museum.

For this 69^th edition of the Québec Winter Carnival, Carnival-goers are invited to a series of new activities, including an urban slide starting from the fortifications and electro, Franco, hip-hop and new country musical evenings in the heart of the Ice Palace. The famous classics (the night parades, the ice sculptures, the ice canoe race and the snow bath) will also be back.
February 3 to 12, 2023

Don’t have proper winter attire or hoping to travel light? That shouldn’t stop you from coming out to enjoy the winter magic of Québec City! With Tuque & Bicycle Experiences, now you can rent your winter gear. They have it all—coats, snow pants, boots, and more—and can deliver it right to your hotel.

Bataille Royale is one of multiple stops on the Shred the North World Cup circuit for the 2022–2023 season. It features two World Cup events: an individual and a team competition. For spectators, this is snowboarding at its best, with high-octane, show-stopping action guaranteed!

There’s always a new restaurant popping up in Québec City, whether it’s for a quick bite, a multi-course extravaganza, or tasty international cuisine. Treat your taste buds in a new restaurant like Honō Ramen, for Japanese cuisine lovers.