Québec City's Top Summer Events

Mid-June

Seize an opportunity to discover Indigenous culture right in Québec City. At KWE! Meet with Indigenous Peoples, you’ll get to hear from the ten First Nations and Inuit living in the province and learn what it means to be Indigenous in modern‑day Québec. Drop by this free annual event to discuss current issues, attend workshops on various traditions, or see artisans sharing their craft. It’s a festival full of cooking, dancing, singing, talks, movies, and more.

End of June to Mid-October

As you wander through the neighbourhoods, keep your eyes peeled for unusual and surprising art. Les Passages Insolites invites professional artists to create temporary yet unique pieces scattered throughout, just waiting to be discovered.

Early July

First Nations of here and beyond compete to the beat of drums during a palette of top-level dance competitions in their traditional regalia. Handicraft making workshops, various traditional know-how demonstrations and authentic First Nations food tastings are also part of the program.

Early July

Canada’s largest outdoor music event, Festival d'été de Québec, presents a string of international superstars along with top new talents. Enjoy 300 shows and 1 000 artists! 

The 2023 lineup: Foo Fighters, Imagine Dragons, Lana Del Rey, Weezer, Green Day, Pitbull and many more! 

End of July

Two weeks of pure summer wonderment, accompanied by creators and exceptional lyric artists, in a profusion of events that showcase international and Québec artists of today and tomorrow.

July to September

FLIP Fabrique revives the travelling circus tradition by presenting the show Vacances through the city. This free outdoor circus show is presented twice a day in the evening in several parks.

August (every Tuesday and Thursday)

From an excellent vantage point on the bank of the St. Lawrence River, you can watch the brilliant pyrotechnical display light up the night sky. The fireworks are launched from a firing platform in the middle of the river, in front of the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.

Early August

Experience life as it was in New France during the French Regime in the 17^th and 18^th centuries. For four exciting days, shows and performers will breathe new life into historical Old Québec as well as gourmet activities, storytelling and re-enactments.

Early August

Meet with over 120 professional artisans at this craft fair. Admire the creativity and talent that went into producing an interesting selection of unique decorative or everyday items. 

Mid-August

Baie de Beauport is THE spot to feel like you're on vacation as soon as you set foot there! By adding musical performances on two stages for two days, craft beers, cocktails and something to satisfy your hunger, you get a perfect moment with friends! The Cigale musical event will certainly become the hottest moment of the summer in Québec City.

The 2023 lineup: Lost Frenquencies, X Ambassadors, Dean Lewis, James Bay and many more!

August

The ComediHa! Fest - Québec is “the” comedy event in Québec City. The fresh and varied program features a number of major shows as well as exclusive television productions. 

The Festibière beer festival is the summer event for beer lovers that are eager to discover new variants of their favourite brew. Enjoy tastings of some fifty exhibitors from across the province of Québec displaying their wares: microbreweries, local food producers, cider makers and more.

Early September

This social and arts festival celebrates gay pride with a colourful and exciting program: community days, free music and drag queen shows, parties, street theatre, LGBT rights conference and more.

Early September

Much more than just a competitive sports meet, the Crankworx Summer Series Canada celebrates the mountain bike culture and community in Québec City and across Québec. 

Early September

Come celebrate the celtic roots and culture of the ancient Celts, especially those from Brittany, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Galicia and the Isle of Man.

Early September

Envol et Macadam is an urban festival featuring concerts that showcase the best new and established alternative music bands from here and around the world.  

Early September

The world’s best bike racing teams will gather in Québec City to compete in this major race. Part of the UCI WorldTour, the Grand Prix Cycliste is always exciting. This is one event sports fans will not want to miss! 

Mid-September

Classic films and new works of all kinds and for every style are presented in one of the 6 venues of the Québec City Film Festival.

Late September

The biggest magic festival in North America makes the city even more magical by offering free entertainment for the whole family.

Early October

Thousands of participants from all over the world are expected to take part in this international sporting event.

Early October 

Hundreds of athletes from everywhere will be competing for one of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cups. Several other amateur competitions,  children's races, live music and parties make this even the world's ultimate mountain bike festival.