Quebec Winter Carnival

A popular tradition in Quebec City for over 100 years, Le Carnaval de Québec next takes place from January 30 to February 15 2009. Despite freezing temperatures, visitors flock in their thousands to view the ice palace, canoe race, night parade, snow sculptures, and to take part in dog sled rides, sleigh rides, ice skating and basically all things that encompass winter in Quebec. It’s the largest winter carnival in the world and well worth attending!
For more information visit www.carnaval.qc.ca.

Expo Quebec

Taking place August 19 to 30 2009 Expo Quebec is Eastern Canada’s largest country fair and as well as being an important event for the agricultural industry it is of great interest to locals and tourists alike. Look out for it if you are ever in Quebec City during August!