Quebec City All Events
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May 17 to Jun 03
This biannual art show occurs every even year in late-spring and promotes the works of regional and international contemporary artists. Held at an array of venues around greater Quebec City.
This biannual art show occurs every even year in late-spring and promotes the works of regional and international contemporary artists. Held at an array of venues around greater Quebec City.
May 17 to May 20
Celebrating diversity, this annual festival presents visual arts, performing arts and literature from members of the Quebecois gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. Exhibitions, live entertainment, literature competitions and more are offered.
Celebrating diversity, this annual festival presents visual arts, performing arts and literature from members of the Quebecois gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. Exhibitions, live entertainment, literature competitions and more are offered.
Artificial Pancreas Project - Update
May 17
Join for a presentation and discussion on:
- Evolution of diabetes management technology
- Updates on technologies involved in the project
- The development roadmap – where are we now, and what comes next?
Presented by:
Henry Anhalt, DO
Medical Director, Artificial Pancreas Program
Krishna Venugopalan, PhD
Director, Artificial Pancreas Program
6:30-9:00PM
Light refreshments will be provided.
Please RSVP to Animas Canada Customer Care by Friday, May 11th, 2012 and include your full name, event date and location, contact phone number and any additional guest information:
Email: InfoSoins@Animas.ca
Join for a presentation and discussion on:
- Evolution of diabetes management technology
- Updates on technologies involved in the project
- The development roadmap – where are we now, and what comes next?
Presented by:
Henry Anhalt, DO
Medical Director, Artificial Pancreas Program
Krishna Venugopalan, PhD
Director, Artificial Pancreas Program
6:30-9:00PM
Light refreshments will be provided.
Please RSVP to Animas Canada Customer Care by Friday, May 11th, 2012 and include your full name, event date and location, contact phone number and any additional guest information:
Email: InfoSoins@Animas.ca
- Delta Quebec Address: 690 René-Levesque Boul E Québec QC G1R 5A8
Artifical Pancreas Project - Update
May 24 to Jun 10
Carrefour International de Theatre is a French-language festival that presents a variety of plays from Canada as well as Latvia, France, Switzerland, Belgium and the rest of Europe.
Carrefour International de Theatre is a French-language festival that presents a variety of plays from Canada as well as Latvia, France, Switzerland, Belgium and the rest of Europe.
Jun 08 to Jun 10
Showcasing over 100 product vendors and offering an array of demonstrations, hands-on workshops and sporting activities, this annual travel and outdoor show presents a wide selection of recreational gear, including bicycles, kayaks, hiking essentials, camping equipment and much more.
Showcasing over 100 product vendors and offering an array of demonstrations, hands-on workshops and sporting activities, this annual travel and outdoor show presents a wide selection of recreational gear, including bicycles, kayaks, hiking essentials, camping equipment and much more.
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This is the largest francophone cultural festival in North America. A wide range of performing arts events are held on the streets and squares of Old Québec.
This is the largest francophone cultural festival in North America. A wide range of performing arts events are held on the streets and squares of Old Québec.
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Celebrating global rhythms, this annual festival has been a downtown tradition since 1995 and features an impressive line-up of shows to inspire.
Celebrating global rhythms, this annual festival has been a downtown tradition since 1995 and features an impressive line-up of shows to inspire.
- Place d'Youville Address: Old Quebec Quebec City QC Canada
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Celebrating gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-gender diversity and culture, this annual event features three full days of festivities, including street festivals, conferences, theatrical and musical performances, public free speech events, dances and much more. Activities are held at various venues across the city.
Celebrating gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-gender diversity and culture, this annual event features three full days of festivities, including street festivals, conferences, theatrical and musical performances, public free speech events, dances and much more. Activities are held at various venues across the city.
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Les Fetes de la Nouvelle-France SAQ sees actors in costumes taking over Old Quebec City to reenact the look and life of a French colony in the 17th and 18th century. The festival, which brings in 400,000 visitors, offers a variety of fun and educational activities.
Les Fetes de la Nouvelle-France SAQ sees actors in costumes taking over Old Quebec City to reenact the look and life of a French colony in the 17th and 18th century. The festival, which brings in 400,000 visitors, offers a variety of fun and educational activities.
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Les Grands Feux Loto-Quebec (Loto-Quebec International Fireworks Competition) takes place at Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, which is located 10 minutes from downtown Quebec City. Six countries compete as spectacular displays, which are set to music, are set off with an 83 m (272 ft) waterfall as the backdrop.
Les Grands Feux Loto-Quebec (Loto-Quebec International Fireworks Competition) takes place at Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, which is located 10 minutes from downtown Quebec City. Six countries compete as spectacular displays, which are set to music, are set off with an 83 m (272 ft) waterfall as the backdrop.
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A longstanding summer tradition in Quebec City, this annual art fair showcases the works of over 130 artisans and artists, who display selections of hand-crafted pottery, fiber art, glass, paintings, jewelry and much more.
A longstanding summer tradition in Quebec City, this annual art fair showcases the works of over 130 artisans and artists, who display selections of hand-crafted pottery, fiber art, glass, paintings, jewelry and much more.
- Espace 400e Address: 100 Quai St. Andre. Quebec City QC CAN G1K 9E6
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Held at the Vieux-Port de Quebec in the Espace 400e and other venues, this annual beer fest showcases a wide range of regional and global brews, available for tastings. Live entertainment, assorted workshops and an historical tour of Quebecois brewery processes are added highlights.
Held at the Vieux-Port de Quebec in the Espace 400e and other venues, this annual beer fest showcases a wide range of regional and global brews, available for tastings. Live entertainment, assorted workshops and an historical tour of Quebecois brewery processes are added highlights.
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Presented by the people that run ExpoCite, this 12-day event celebrates the end of summer and draws crowds of up to 350,000. Visitors can check out virtual games in the Science Building and learn about the history and cuisine of different cultures in the International Building. Other activities include an international sandcastle building competition, a midway, two outdoor entertainment stages, traditional art exhibits and more.
Presented by the people that run ExpoCite, this 12-day event celebrates the end of summer and draws crowds of up to 350,000. Visitors can check out virtual games in the Science Building and learn about the history and cuisine of different cultures in the International Building. Other activities include an international sandcastle building competition, a midway, two outdoor entertainment stages, traditional art exhibits and more.
- ExpoCite Address: 250, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel Quebec City QC Canada G1L 5A7
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This military music celebration welcomes military bands from across Canada, Europe and the Americas for six days of shows, concerts, parades and a grand military Tattoo sure to inspire all ages. Historical re-enactments, family-friendly festivities and much more are offered.
This military music celebration welcomes military bands from across Canada, Europe and the Americas for six days of shows, concerts, parades and a grand military Tattoo sure to inspire all ages. Historical re-enactments, family-friendly festivities and much more are offered.
- La Citadelle & Musee du Royal 22e Regiment Museum Address: Côte de la Citadelle Québec City QC CAN
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Marathon des deux Rives SSQ (SSQ Quebec City Marathon) takes place over a few days each summer with activities including sport and fitness expos and a special dinner. Events include a full marathon, a half-marathon, a 10 km (6 mi) race, a team rally and a mini-marathon.
Marathon des deux Rives SSQ (SSQ Quebec City Marathon) takes place over a few days each summer with activities including sport and fitness expos and a special dinner. Events include a full marathon, a half-marathon, a 10 km (6 mi) race, a team rally and a mini-marathon.
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This festival features music inspired by the world’s many spiritual traditions, both ancient and contemporary, performed by local and international artists. Performances are held in the Saint-Roch Church, as well as several outdoor venues in the area.
This festival features music inspired by the world’s many spiritual traditions, both ancient and contemporary, performed by local and international artists. Performances are held in the Saint-Roch Church, as well as several outdoor venues in the area.
- Eglise Saint-Roch Church Address: 590, rue Saint-Joseph Est Québec QC G1K 3B8
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Envol et Macadam is an alternative music festival that brings in bands from across Canada as well as from countries that have a historical link with Quebec, such as England, the United States and France. Hip hop, alternative, rock, punk, metal, Francophone and electronic music are all represented and past bands have included the Sam Roberts Band, The Stills and Dinosaur Jr.
Envol et Macadam is an alternative music festival that brings in bands from across Canada as well as from countries that have a historical link with Quebec, such as England, the United States and France. Hip hop, alternative, rock, punk, metal, Francophone and electronic music are all represented and past bands have included the Sam Roberts Band, The Stills and Dinosaur Jr.
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This annual festival showcases Quebecois literary leaders and authors through an array of programming designed to inspire, including readings, storytelling, author meet-and-greets, exhibitions and conferences.
This annual festival showcases Quebecois literary leaders and authors through an array of programming designed to inspire, including readings, storytelling, author meet-and-greets, exhibitions and conferences.
- Bibliotheque Gabrielle-Roy Address: 350 rue Saint-Joseph E. Quebec City QC CAN G1K 3B2
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Holiday gift-giving is made easy with a visit to this artisan exhibition, which offers a wide array of unique, handcrafted products to choose from, including art, jewelry, gourmet foods, pottery, woodwork, toys, health and beauty products and much more.
Holiday gift-giving is made easy with a visit to this artisan exhibition, which offers a wide array of unique, handcrafted products to choose from, including art, jewelry, gourmet foods, pottery, woodwork, toys, health and beauty products and much more.
- ExpoCite Address: 250, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel Quebec City QC Canada G1L 5A7
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Held over the month of December in celebration of the holiday season, this spectacular event showcases the architecture of Old Quebec through dazzling and colorful light projections, live entertainment, parades, exhibitions and other outdoor activities sure to inspire.
Held over the month of December in celebration of the holiday season, this spectacular event showcases the architecture of Old Quebec through dazzling and colorful light projections, live entertainment, parades, exhibitions and other outdoor activities sure to inspire.
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Showcasing essentials for outdoor pursuits, including gear for hunting and angling, are featured at this annual trade show, which offers over 80 vendors specializing in apparel, expeditions, all-terrain vehicles, boats and much more.
Showcasing essentials for outdoor pursuits, including gear for hunting and angling, are featured at this annual trade show, which offers over 80 vendors specializing in apparel, expeditions, all-terrain vehicles, boats and much more.
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Le Carnaval de Québec was held for the first time in 1894. It has since developed into one of the world's largest winter carnivals. Each year there are many activities and displays to entertain all ages. Among them:
The Ice Palace
Le Carnaval's first ice palace was built in 1955 at Carré Jacques Cartier in Lower Town Québec. The location was later moved to Carré d'Youville and in 1973, it was moved again to its present site across from the Québec Parliament building. Now the ice palace is lit up each evening with an array of lights.
The Parades
Each night a large parade travels the streets of Québec and features beautiful floats, superb bands, and hilarious clowns.
The International Snow Sculpture Show
Hundreds of artists from around the world gather each year to take part in the imaginative and magnificent art of snow sculpting.
The Plains of Abraham
The Plains of Abraham are transformed into a winter wonderland of fun for the whole family. Enjoy the Children's Palace, dogsled rides, sleighrides, climbing the ice mountain, snow rafting, and even try your hand at mini-golf on ice.
Le Carnaval de Québec was held for the first time in 1894. It has since developed into one of the world's largest winter carnivals. Each year there are many activities and displays to entertain all ages. Among them:
The Ice Palace
Le Carnaval's first ice palace was built in 1955 at Carré Jacques Cartier in Lower Town Québec. The location was later moved to Carré d'Youville and in 1973, it was moved again to its present site across from the Québec Parliament building. Now the ice palace is lit up each evening with an array of lights.
The Parades
Each night a large parade travels the streets of Québec and features beautiful floats, superb bands, and hilarious clowns.
The International Snow Sculpture Show
Hundreds of artists from around the world gather each year to take part in the imaginative and magnificent art of snow sculpting.
The Plains of Abraham
The Plains of Abraham are transformed into a winter wonderland of fun for the whole family. Enjoy the Children's Palace, dogsled rides, sleighrides, climbing the ice mountain, snow rafting, and even try your hand at mini-golf on ice.
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Leaders in the culinary and micro-brew industries converge for three days of demonstrations, tasting experiences and opportunities to share the latest innovations and products on the market with colleagues and the public alike.
Leaders in the culinary and micro-brew industries converge for three days of demonstrations, tasting experiences and opportunities to share the latest innovations and products on the market with colleagues and the public alike.
- ExpoCite Address: 250, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel Quebec City QC Canada G1L 5A7
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This annual tournament showcases the best Pee-Wee division teams from across Canada, the United States and Europe, all vying for top place.
This annual tournament showcases the best Pee-Wee division teams from across Canada, the United States and Europe, all vying for top place.
- Colisee Pepsi Address: 250 boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel Québec QC G1L 5A7
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This annual winter sporting event occurs on the Plains of Abraham and features a pentathlon of five consecutive events, including skiing, skating, snowshoeing, winter cycling and running. Solo, relay-tandem or relay-team options are available across all age categories.
This annual winter sporting event occurs on the Plains of Abraham and features a pentathlon of five consecutive events, including skiing, skating, snowshoeing, winter cycling and running. Solo, relay-tandem or relay-team options are available across all age categories.
- Plains of Abraham Address: 835 Wilfrid-Laurier Avenue Québec QC
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Multidisciplinary and electronic art are explored during this month-long event, which offers an array of exhibitions, conferences, shows, screenings and other thought-provoking installations and performances.
Multidisciplinary and electronic art are explored during this month-long event, which offers an array of exhibitions, conferences, shows, screenings and other thought-provoking installations and performances.
- Salle Multi Meduse Address: 541 de Saint-Vallier E. Quebec City QC CAN G1K 3P9
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Departing from Chateau Frontenac and winding through the city on a nail-biting course, this extreme sport competition pits amateur and professional hockey athletes in a feat of bravery as they navigate the iced terrain on skates. Male and female divisions from across Canada and the world compete.
Departing from Chateau Frontenac and winding through the city on a nail-biting course, this extreme sport competition pits amateur and professional hockey athletes in a feat of bravery as they navigate the iced terrain on skates. Male and female divisions from across Canada and the world compete.
- Chateau Frontenac Address: 1 rue des Carrières Quebec City QC CAN G1R 4P5
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Held in June at the Jean-Lesage International Airport, this aviation show features awe-inspiring air acrobatics and offers opportunities for visitors to explore an array of aircraft on the ground. USAF teams, individual stunt planes and other dazzling air displays are showcased.
Held in June at the Jean-Lesage International Airport, this aviation show features awe-inspiring air acrobatics and offers opportunities for visitors to explore an array of aircraft on the ground. USAF teams, individual stunt planes and other dazzling air displays are showcased.
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Over 1500 competitors from across Canada and around the world converge for this two-day martial arts championship, which features an impressive line-up of bouts in youth and adult divisions. The pinnacles are the championship rounds of the closing and a grand finale gala-style martial arts sound and light show.
Over 1500 competitors from across Canada and around the world converge for this two-day martial arts championship, which features an impressive line-up of bouts in youth and adult divisions. The pinnacles are the championship rounds of the closing and a grand finale gala-style martial arts sound and light show.
- Pavillon de l'Education Physique (PEPS) de l'Universite Laval Address: rue du Peps. Quebec City QC CAN G1K 7P4
