20 Reasons to Spend the Labour Day Weekend in Québec City

Équipe édito
Editorial Team
Updated on July 7, 2025
Friends take pictures of themselves at sunset, near the St.Lawrence River in Lévis with a panorama of Old Québec in the back.
Jeff Frenette Photography

Treat yourself to a stay in Québec City for the Labour Day Weekend and fill up on fun during the last long weekend of the summer before heading into your fall routine.

Parapluies de la rue du Cul-de-sac
Étienne Dionne

1. Explore the prettiest streets of Old Québec while giving your Instagram account a major boost. Share your memories with us: #Quebeccite.

2. Immerse yourself in the works of Niki de Saint Phalle, an artist with a rich and committed career, at the Musée national des beaux-arts.

3. Discover the captivating exhibition at the Musée de la civilisation: Titanic. The Human Story.

4. Enjoy the final days of Plein Art (Craft Fair), now taking place in the heart of Old Québec.

5. Make gourmet discoveries at the Grand Marché de Québec and in public markets.

2 filles en pique-nique dans un vignoble
© Jeff Frenette Photography, Destination Québec cité

6. Enjoy a tour of Île d'Orléans to sample delicious local goods in a charming setting. 

7.  Cross the gates of the Citadelle to see the final performances of the impressive Musique en Rouge.

8. Experience Echo, an original multimedia production showcased in the Blue Chapel of the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine.

9. Have a sweet treat at one of the best ice cream spots around.  

Amis dans une microbrasserie
Broue-Tours

10. Tour the region’s top microbreweries with Broue-Tours Québec

11. Have a meal on one of the most beautiful terraces in and around Québec City.

12. Do a little shopping in one of Québec City neighbourhoods

13. Rent a bike and enjoy the numerous bike paths in town and around.

Station de la plage
CCNQ, Jean-Sébastien Chartier-Plante

14. Take advantage of the last days of summer to go to the beach at Baie de Beauport, Station de la Plage on Promenade Samuel-De Champlain or L'Oasis du Port de Québec in the Louise Basin.

15. Participate in the various activities of the Québec City Pride Festival.

Onhwa Lumina
Onhwa' Lumina - Moment Factory

16. Discover Onhwa’ Lumina, a multimedia pathway in the forest to meet the Wendat people.

17. Enjoy a guided tour to learn more about Québec City's fascinating history.

18. Show off your skills at the charming Minigolf Belleville Plaisirs.

19. Go on a boat tour to extend the summer vibe.

20. Enjoy a distinctive brunch cruise with Croisières AML.


Équipe édito
Editorial Team

As proud residents of our beloved city, we’re delighted to be sharing our tips about the things and places we love most in the Québec City area. Always on the lookout for what's new, we have decades of experience for Québec City's official tourist guide. What a joy for us to help you discover everything this vibrant and welcoming city has to offer!

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