What to Do in Québec City in September

Even as autumn slowly settles in, the city shows no signs of slowing down. September is filled with cultural and festive energy, with a vibrant lineup of events, festivals, and major gatherings. Here are some highlights to add to your calendar:

• Fierté de Québec (Québec Pride): This socio-artistic gay pride festival will once again take place in the Saint-Jean-Baptiste neighbourhood.
• St-Roch XP: An urban festival combining emerging music and cuisine in the charming Saint-Roch neighbourhood.
• La Nuit des Galeries: An immersion into the world of Québécois artists, featuring captivating performances and enchanting settings.
• Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec: The world’s top cycling teams come to Québec City to compete in this prestigious event through the streets of Québec City. 
• Envol et Macadam: An event showcasing the best of alternative music and emerging artists from Québec and beyond.
• Québec Celtic Festival: Discover the deeply Celtic roots of the Québécois people through this festival filled with unique and surprising activities.

You’ll fall in love with its ancestral homes, bucolic landscapes, and rich terroir. At this time of year, the island is buzzing with excitement! During your tour of the island, these gourmet stops are not to be missed.

The Québec City area offers several grandiose places to admire the natural spectacle of the colours that ignite the trees in autumn. Here are the best spots to see the brightest fall foliage, starting from mid-September.

Looking for an evening activity? The new immersive multimedia pathway created by Moment Factory, Onhwa’ Lumina, enchants with the magic of light, sound and video projections. With a length of 1.2 km, Onhwa' Lumina celebrates the life and values ​​of the great Wendat Nation and is open to the public at dusk. 

Lounging in a hammock, dining in a bathrobe, relaxing in an open-air hot tub... The cool days of September are perfect for taking a relaxation break at one of the Nordic spas in the city or its surroundings.

At Sibéria Spa or Nordique Spa Stoneham, escape by the river in a wooded environment. At Spa des Neiges and Strøm Spa Nordique, relax in outdoor baths with a view of the St. Lawrence River.

It's harvest time and the public markets are overflowing with fresh local produce. Stroll through the sunbathed halls of Grand Marché or tap into the local vibe at the seasonal neighbourhood markets in and around the city.