20 Reasons to Spend the Labour Day Weekend in Québec City

Équipe édito
Editorial Team
Updated on June 23, 2026
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. Don't forget to snap a photo in front of our giant “QUÉBEC” letters! They can be found at three iconic locations across the city: porte Saint-Louis, place des Canotiers and the Québec City Train Station.

2. Immerse yourself in the world of Hyperrealism: This Is Not a Body, where illusion comes strikingly close to reality through some 40 sculptures at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec.

3. Discover the captivating exhibition Pleasures at the Musée de la civilisation, a multisensory journey that explores the many facets of pleasure.

4. Experience the Natura & Historia exhibition at the Musée des plaines d'Abraham that features nearly 400 plants, visual projections and horticultural installations.

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. Step through the gates of the Citadelle to take in its spectacular views of Old Québec and dive into the city’s military history.

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

9. Let yourself be carried away by the electronic beats of the Unity Electro Fest, featuring none other than Tiësto this year.

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

Ice cream from Julie Vachon
Denis Baribault

11. Have a meal on one of the most beautiful terraces.

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. Attend world-class competitions on the global mountain biking stage at the Crankworx World Tour Mont-Sainte-Anne.

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

20. Enjoy a distinctive brunch cruise with Croisières AML.

More Ideas During the Labour Day Weekend

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  • P'tit Marché SJB

    Le P'tit marché SJB (public market)

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  • Marché Saint-Sauveur
    Saint-Sauveur Farmers' Market
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    Grand Final of the Crankworx World Tour

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  • Pink Floyd Acoustic Experience

    Pink Floyd Acoustic Experience

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  • Unity Electro Fest
    Unity Electro Fest
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  • Le Grand PoutineFest

    Le Grand PoutineFest

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  • Fierté de Québec

    Fierté de Québec (Québec Pride)

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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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