Text written by @guillaume_papaventure
On October 14, 15 or 16, 2022, all families across Quebec can take part in the Grand Défi Pierre Lavoie’s 5km Grande Marche for free. More than 100 municipalities are participating in this great event. It’s a great way to show that physical activity and healthy living is fun for the whole family.
You can register and participate in one of the organized events, but it is also possible to do the walk in the place you want. It’s important to register to show your support for the cause and maybe win the contest and win one of the 50 coats.
Click here to participate :
For people in the Quebec City area, the Plains of Abraham offer a family treasure hunt that is available until November 6, 2022. In a mysterious atmosphere, you can use the tools in your magic bag to find the treasures.
Good to know:
Cost 12$ / duration approximately 1h15
This adventure is for children between 5 and 9 years old.
Address: 835, avenue Wilfrid-Laurier, niveau 0, Québec (next to the Armoury)
You can reserve your magic bag by clicking here and then pick it up at the Plains of Abraham Museum.
https://transactions.ccbn-nbc.gc.ca/events/43/orders/product
If the weather is good, why not combine one activity with another. The people of Quebec City are spoiled. On October 16, 2022, there will be a show that will amaze your minis. Owls, owls, falcons and other birds of prey will take turns to impress the gallery with their prowess.
Good to know:
Cost $2
October 16 only; 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm
Address: 835, avenue Wilfrid-Laurier, niveau 0, Québec (next to the Armoury)
Click on Plains of Abraham Museum to reserve your time slot
https://transactions.ccbn-nbc.gc.ca/events/47/orders/new
If it rains too much, you can take advantage of the situation to visit two Halloween activities to do during a visit to the Aquarium de Québec. Every Saturday and Sunday until October 30, 2022, the witches' laboratory and the jellyfish tale show you unusual animals that conceal their share of mystery.
Good to know:
Activities are included in the purchase of an aquarium ticket
Click here to reserve your tickets
https://www.sepaq.com/fr/reservation/achat/aquarium-du-quebec-billet
Address: 1675 Av. des Hôtels, Québec, QC G1W 4S3
For families in Greater Montreal, La Ronde organizes until October 30, Pumpkin Festival for small children. In addition to the rides, there will be magicians, balloon sculptors, the queen and king sweets offering candy to the little ones, a children’s maze and several other animations. For the younger ones, it closes at 18:00 to give way to more fear.
For those 12 and over, there will be the Festival de la Frayeur in the evening. Haunted houses, areas of fear and rides to bring thrills to the greatest. Moving characters will help make more nightmares.
Address: 22 Macdonald Road, Montreal, QC H3C 6A3
To buy your tickets, click on La Ronde
https://www.laronde.com/larondefr/store/tickets
For families in all regions, why not take advantage of this long holiday to truly immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Halloween. If your Halloween decorations aren’t installed, this is the perfect time to do it.
Then I suggest you pick your squash and pumpkins. It is so much more fun and especially more exciting for children to go to the pumpkin field to go and choose the right one. Here is a small list of places to pick
Framboises et Parapluies à Saint-Chrysostome (Montérégie)
Labyrinthe Galaxie à Sainte-Julie (Montérégie)
Ferme Guy Rivest à Rawdon (Lanaudière)
To find out more, visit @aixpat_patrouille’s Emeline blog post
The Saint-Bruno ski resort brings Les Couleurs to Montérégie families during the many weekends from September to November 6, 2022. Activities planned for October 15-16 are:
With is 3 little adventurers, Guillaume thrives on his numerous family outings that allow him to learn and explore the world through the eyes of his children.
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