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Local Festivals and Events in Quebec City
Quebec City is renowned for its vibrant cultural scene, with a wide range of local festivals and events taking place throughout the year. Here are some of the most popular ones:
Winter
- Fête des Neiges (Snow Festival)
- When: Late January
- What: A winter wonderland featuring snow sculptures, ice skating rinks, and sleigh rides.
- Where: Parc du Bois-de-Coulonge
- Québec City Winter Carnival
- When: Early February
- What: A classic winter festival with parades, fireworks, and a grand finale of snow sculpting competitions.
- Where: Various locations throughout the city
Spring
- Festival de la Lumières (Light Festival)
- When: Late April to early May
- What: An enchanting display of light installations and performances in various locations across the city.
- Where: Various locations throughout the city
- Fête du Printemps (Spring Festival)
- When: Early May
- What: A celebration of spring with live music, food vendors, and outdoor activities like kayaking and zip-lining.
- Where: Parc de la Promenade Samuel-de-Champlain
Summer
- Quebec City Summer Festival
- When: Late June to early July
- What: A 10-day festival featuring concerts by international artists, food vendors, and outdoor activities like kayaking and cycling.
- Where: Various locations throughout the city
- Festival d’Été (Summer Festival)
- When: Early August
- What: A celebration of summer with live music, dance performances, and outdoor activities like hiking and camping.
- Where: Parc de la Promenade Samuel-de-Champlain
Autumn
- Fête des Vendanges (Harvest Festival)
- When: Late September
- What: A harvest celebration featuring wine tastings, live music, and food vendors.
- Where: Various locations throughout the city
- Festival de la Lumière et du Son (Light and Sound Festival)
- When: Early October
- What: An enchanting display of light installations and performances accompanied by sound effects.
- Where: Various locations throughout the city