Arctic Spas Village

Spas at the Carnival? Incredible! Amidst the trees of Village Arctic Spas, carnival-goers will find three spas and a sauna where they can enjoy a winter rest. Come and warm up in your bathing suit and discover Scandinavian customs. Required materials: bathing suit, mandatory tuque, and towel.

Loto-Québec Outdoor Dance Parties

Zone Loto-Québec

Get ready to dance under the stars at the Ice Palace!

Also, don’t miss the warm up of the first weekend, the Dégelée!

Night Parades

The winter celebration takes to the streets before close to 100,000 live spectators and 400,000 television viewers. Marching bands, clowns and amusements of all kinds are also part of the show. Every year Bonhomme closes the parade on a new float built to his tastes. This is a golden opportunity to experience the magic of the Carnival and see the Carnival atmosphere at its best.

Restaurant Partners’ Campaign

Presented by Doyon cuisine, the Restaurant Partners’ Campaign invites restaurant owners to take part in an incredible happening, “The Restaurant Partners’ Cocktail”. In a happy hour atmosphere at espaces dalhousie, the public will sample succulent hors d’oeuvres and musicians will be on hand to make the occasion even more festive.

SAQ Bistro

On the Plains of Abraham, the SAQ Bistro welcomes you! An invitation to try excellent products in a relaxed atmosphere.

SAQ Bonhomme’s Ball

Everyone is invited to celebrate during this prestigious evening, set in a decor designed in honour of Bonhomme, King of the Carnival.

Skating with Bonhomme

Bonhomme, the celebrated ambassador of the festival, is the symbol of the joy that animates all of the Carnival activities. Come and skate with him!

TELUS Technologique Zone

Experience moments you’ll never forget with your pint-sized sculptors and watch snow come to life. Strike a pose among the snow sculptures and leave with a souvenir to share. Comeon down to the Zone technologique TELUS on Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays. Express your inner sculptor!

 

 

TELUS International Snow Sculpture Competition

The Next Generation Component

At Zone Loto-Québec, come and admire the work of young Québec artists! About a dozen teams from the 4 corners of Québec and a variety of schools bring blocks of snow to life. Snow sculpture has been part of Québec culture for many years. Presented by Loto-Québec.

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Québec and Canadian Components

Place Desjardins becomes an exhibition grounds where you can admire Québec and Canadian sculptures. A real treat for the eyes!

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International Component

The Plains of Abraham turns into a giant open-air museum where sculptors from around the world bring blocks of snow to life. Snow sculpture has been part of Québec culture for many years.

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People’s Choice: Award Ceremony and Flag Parade

Visitors are invited to vote for their favourite sculpture. The principle is easy: voting clerks simply take notes when they ask visitors to make their choices. The votes are counted and a winner is named. There are several categories, including the People’s Choice, the Carnival Excellence Award, etc. Then the awards are presented to the winners, followed by the Flag Ceremony.

Winter Camping

Camping in the middle of winter? An unforgettable Carnival experience! Horizon 5 Plein Air offers you a unique experience in its tents every weekend, directly on the Plains of Abraham!