What to do in Québec City in October
October Event Calendar:
Mont-Sainte-Anne's Great Colour Adventure
Come out and join the fun: hiking, treetop adventures, pumpkin hunts, a bouncy castle, a gondola ride up the mountain, disc golf, mountain biking, and more! September 21 to October 14
Halloween
Get into the spooky spirit of Halloween with activities and events all through the month of October.
SSQ Québec City Marathon
Thousands of participants from all over the world are expected to take part in this international sporting event. October 11 to 13
Les Rendez-vous ès TRAD Festival
Four days of traditional music from Québec and abroad. Come for the music, the talks, the people, and the fun! October 11 to 14
Canadian Thanksgiving
Treat yourself to a colourful getaway for the October long weekend. October 12 to 14
Québec en toutes lettres
Indulge your love of the French language at a literary festival brimming with writing and reading challenges, literary happenings, and other fun, unique events that will set your mind alight. October 17 to 27
This Month's Suggestions:
9 Best Spots to See the Fall Colours
There are plenty of fabulous places where you can admire wooded landscapes all lit up in shades of yellow, orange, and red. Here are 9 spots in and around Québec City where the fall scenery is particularly splendid.
7 Tasty Stops on Île d’Orléans
Heading to Île d’Orléans? Add these inspired culinary artisans to your hitlist.
5 Best Hikes
Fall is the best time of year to hike. See some of our favourite trails!
For more inspiration, see also the events calendar and our fall activity suggestions.
