As the warm weather slowly fades and the fall breeze calls for sweaters and scarves in Quebec, don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience the crisp fall weather and the fun fall events before winter hits with loved ones, friends, or on your own to mark the end of the summer. This exciting list complies a list of events across the province of Quebec, including music events, festivals, events for the gourmet, the culture enthusiast, and the outdoor lover.
Festival celtique de Québec
The biggest francophone Celtic festival in North America happens on September 8 to 10, 2023. There will be beers, music, festivities and good cheer at the 17th edition of the festival. Details
Keep your eyes peeled for Passages Insolites
See public art by local, national and international artists in various parts of the city. Details
Be captivated at Aquarium du Quebec
Walk through the Aquarium du Quebec and make friends with over 10,000 marine animals including invertebrates, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and marine mammals that will brighten up your day. Details
Participate at Le Burger Week
Chow down at participating restaurants and vote for your favorite burger at Le Burger Week Quebec! Details
Explore the Marche Saint Sauveur
Enjoy the lovely annual Marche Saint Sauveur at Durocher Park and explore all the vendors and fresh produce, as well as information on food and urban gardening, and plenty of live entertainment. Details
Party at the Piknic Electronik Montreal
Head over to the outdoor Piknic Electronik Montreal music festival and listen to some live electronic artists with a fellow group of friendly music enthusiasts. Details
Get artsy at the POP Montreal International Music Festival
Support independent art forms at the POP Montreal, and attend one or more days of this 5-day fall festival of music and art. Details
Attend the Rainbow Festival
Be a part of the Rainbow Festival and join 35,000 people in downtown Quebec City to express your values of equality and justice. Details
Sip on craft beers and wines at the Chambly Beer Festival
Sip of a variety of beers, ciders, and cocktails, and accompany those drinks with an array of food options, and more. Details
Enjoy performances and cultural diversity at the MondoKarnaval
Come out to a showcase of some of Quebec City’s most culturally diverse performances, including dances, shows, art exhibits, cuisine, and music from artists from the local area and abroad. Details
Welcome the Fall season at the Symphonie des Couleurs
This festive fall event encompasses indoor and outdoor shows, local product tastings, all-ages presentations, hiking, ski lifts, and tons of other fun surprises. Details
Challenge yourself during Crankworx Summer Series Canada
Crankworx is one of the world’s best known mountain bike events. There are a wide variety of urban, gourmet and outdoor activities to complete a perfect stay and to entertain the whole family. Details
Watch phenomenal dance performances at the Quartiers Danses Festival
The Quartiers Danses Festival is on a mission: a mission to promote contemporary dance, and artistic diversity in performances, film, and installation. Details
Dress up for Oktoberfest de Repentigny
The 2023 edition of the Oktoberfest de Repentigny is back to showcase Quebec’s wonderful microbreweries and local products. Gourmet kiosks, shows, and a fair are all inclusive to provide you with a one-of-a-kind Oktoberfest experience. Details
Are you ready for Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec?
Compete with greatest riders of the planet at this international cycling competition in the heart of the “Vieille Capitale”. Details
Celebrate FCVQ
The Quebec City Film Festival is here to share the experience of film and continue to grow this dynamic festival yearly. This dynamic and accessible event offers a unique experience to festival-goers and showcases the talents of the city and the region of Quebec. Details
Discover a new love for literature at the Festival international de la literature
Recognize the international and national value of French literature at this literary festival and enjoy the multitude of ways that literature is appreciated – on stage, in writing, and in music. Details
Watch Sherbrooke light up at the Rivers of Light Festival
View Sherbrooke in all its luminous glory surrounded by thousands of lanterns, and enjoy a dance show, parade, workshops, theatre shows, a circus, and a night market. Details
Check out the photography at the World Press Photo
This prestigious and important event presents the winning photographs of the most well-known, professional photography competition in the world. This year, 3752 photographers from 127 countries submitted a whopping total of 60,448 images. Details
Attend the largest rural agricultural fair in Quebec
Held annually during the Labour Day weekend, the fair showcases modern agriculture, livestock competitions, traditional crafts, horticultural displays, vendors, and entertainment. Details
Take in the natural beauty at the International Garden Festival
Going 24 years strong, the International Garden Festival is a stunning outdoor festival dedicated to the beauty of nature – with seven projects including imaginative spaces for families, and creations by artists and architects dotted around the site. Details
Feel the music at Le Festival de Blues de Joliette
Enjoy the best of blues music in downtown Joliette, featuring many shows in restaurants, bars, and concert venues across the area. Details
Relive the past of the West at the Festival Western de Saint-Tite
The Festival Western de St-Tite has represented Quebec’s country culture for nearly 50 years, attracting 600,000 visitors annually for its professional rodeos, country western shows, an true character. Details
Compete The Trail of the Pioneers
Experience a one-of-a-kind trail running event in Saint-Donat, situated within Lanaudière’s acclaimed outdoor village, featuring an extensive network of trails and lakes spanning over 200 kilometers. Engage in inclusive trail running challenges amidst stunning scenery. Details
Attend a tasting festival in Chambly
Experience a laid-back rural atmosphere at this riverside event, where you can explore a variety of locally brewed craft beers, ciders, meads, wines, along with locally sourced products and delectable comfort fare. Details
Participate in the Montée des Sommets GBV challenge
How many times can you climb Mont-Sainte-Anne on September 23rd? Come and take up the challenge! Details
Immerse yourself in a multimedia experience at the Statera
Located on the shores of the Lac Saint-Pierre archipelago in Sorel-Tracy, the Statera is a multi-media experience envelops you in a magical atmosphere and a fun circuit where you will be made to complete a quest in the midst of nature. Details
Listen to some rising electronic and urban music artists at the MEG Montreal
MEG stands for Montreal Electronique Groove – representative of exactly what this awesome festival will offer: a place to groove it out to electronic artists and dance all night. Details
Race through nature at the Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada
Get off the tracks and experience an authentic trail running experience in Canada’s wild backcountry. These dense trails located in the UNESCO biosphere reserve are teeming with a rich ecosystem, making it perfect for a raw running track. Details
Sample gourmet treats at orchards with the Week-ends gourmands de Rougemont
Being recognized as the Capital of the Apple for years – Rougemont is the perfect place to head to for a gourmet weekend. Details
Enjoy the cycling Bike Park Montcalm
Explore a wide variety of trails and have a great after-bike atmosphere. Details
Discover the beauty of the outdoors at the Sommet Saint-Sauveur
Time is running out to have your last bit of summer fun – and what better activity to end the season with than with a day at the water park in the mountains, a treetop adventure, and a charming camping trip. Details
Participate in the Marathon Beneva de Montréal
Be a part of the largest road racing events in Quebec with family, friends or by yourself! The 30th edition of the festival takes place on September 22 – 24, 2023. Details
Take a day trip to the spectacular Parc de la Chute-Montmorency
Just minutes from Quebec City, this spectacular site is the home of the Montmorency Falls – 83-meter high falls that dominate the landscape and compliment cliff hiking, a 300-meter zipline, and an enchanting park cove. Details
Get outdoors for Quebec National Parks Day
Get in harmony with nature and spend a day in the midst of Quebec wondrous national parks. Look for hidden treasures, explore each unique park by foot, and even sleep on-site by booking a cabin or tent. Details
Enjoy food and art at the Saint-Roch XP
Saint-Roch XP combines music, cuisine, and the arts to highlight the vibrancy of the Saint-Roch district in Quebec City. Features of the event include cooking demonstrations, art exhibitions, and live painting. Details
Have fun at the Grande Viree des Couleurs
Mont Sainte Anne dresses up in her autumn colors starting mid-September, and you won’t want to miss the fun activities that take place at the base and the summit of the mountain. Details
Pick apples at the Cidrerie Bilodeau
One of the sparkling pioneer of apple growing – the Cidrerie Bilodeau has stood out for years, winning medals and awards. Go pick 10 different varieties of apples in their 6-hectare orchard, and enjoy the multitude of activities offered on site. Details
Listen to some alternative music at Envol et macadam
Discover native birds at Foret Montmorency
The Forêt Montmorency is a popular place to come and watch the birds! It is distinguished by the presence of special species such as the Boreal Chickadee, the Gray Jay and the Spruce Grouse. Details
Dive the Aquarium
Come live a unique scuba diving experience in the Great Ocean of the Aquarium du Québec. Accompanied by a diving instructor, discover the world of this exciting profession, by feeding the fish directly in their habitat. An extraordinary experience! Details
Show your appreciation for creativity at the Nuit des Galeries
Head over to the Quartier Creation every Saturday in September from noon to 6 p.m. The participating galleries will be able to offer you openings or VIP meetings with the artists. The streets and shops will be animated to make you experience art in all its forms! Details