Winter Events You Won’t Want to Miss

November 19 to December 23, 2026 (Thursday to Sunday)

In the heart of Old Québec, exhibitors of this authentic outdoor European Christmas market offer delicious traditional products like mulled wine, gingerbread, and grilled sausages, as well as decorative items made for the Holiday Season. 

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This festive, cultural and multidisciplinary celebration presented by the German Christmas Market brings Old Québec to life through sites dedicated to the five senses.

February 5 to 14, 2027

Québec Winter Carnaval is one of the world’s largest winter carnivals! Every year, thousands of visitors flock to Québec to enjoy a host of activities for all ages including, ice sculptures, night parades, ice canoe races, musical performances and Bonhomme’s famous  Ice Palace. 

February 10 to 21, 2027

Hockey fever returns to Québec City as thousands of young players live the dream and fight for the glory of their teams at the International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament. Attend a game at the Videotron Centre and you could see future NHL stars in action.

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The Mois Multi event offers a full month of discoveries and experiments dedicated to multidisciplinary and electronic arts. 

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Try your hand at ice fishing as you admire the views of the Old City. Village Nordik has music, a footpath, family play areas, and inflatable igloos to keep you warm while fishing.

February 13 to 21, 2027

Locals and visitors rise to the challenge at the world’s biggest multisport winter event, forming groups to face off in five disciplines—skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, running, and biking. There are team categories for families, companies, schools, and even seniors. Some athletes even complete the entire event in pairs or on their own! 

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Manif d’art showcases artists from near and far through a rich program of exhibitions and activities. Each edition revolves around a unique central theme that shapes the entire event.

February 27 to March 14, 2027

Québec will host the Canada Winter Games, bringing together more than 3,000 athletes and coaches from across the country to compete in 22 sports disciplines, delivering a large-scale spectacle in the heart of the city.

This event will mark a historic return of the Games to Québec, 60 years after the very first edition held in 1967.

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Fans of electronic music and visual art are in for a treat when Igloofest comes to Québec City this winter. Celebrate winter and get groovy with local and international DJs.