Carnaval de Québec 2026

The Quebec Winter Carnival (Carnaval de Québec) returns from February 6 to 15, 2026, filling Quebec City with festive energy and snowy magic. Since its first edition in 1955, the carnival has grown into one of the world’s most celebrated winter events, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors.

Highlights include the night parades, the canoe race on the icy St. Lawrence River, and the giant snow sculptures that transform the city into an open-air gallery. Families can enjoy snow slides, ice skating, and horse-drawn sleigh rides, while music concerts and street performances keep the atmosphere lively. The carnival’s beloved mascot, Bonhomme Carnaval, leads the festivities, symbolizing the warmth and joy of Quebec’s winter spirit.