Program summery
Dufferin Terrace
- 11 AM Official flag-raising ceremony
- 12 PM “Happy Birthday, Canada!” cake
Plains of Abraham – BIG FAMILY DAY
- 12 PM to 5 PM
Things to do on site
- Entertainment and inflatable games
- Juracirque Adventure
- Play area – XXL Games
- Arcade Bus and DJ
- Mini-golf and fairground games
- Makeup and arts & crafts
- World Zone
- Completely Canada Zone
- And other surprises
Plains of Abraham
Main Stage – Daytime show
- 12 PM Traditional Huron-Wendat song and dance / Les femmes au tambour
- 1 PM Little Words for Big Children / Jérôme Charlebois et Annie Roy
- 1:45 PM Military music / National Band of the Naval Reserve
- 2:15 PM Treasures of Morocco / Arthur L’aventurier
- 3:15 PM Traditional Mexican dance / YohMexico
- 4:15 PM Discovery Dinosaurs / Productons Katomix
Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand – Evening show
- 8 PM Jeanick Fournier show
- 9:30 PM Immersive laser show – NEW
11 AM at the Dufferin Terrace
Official ceremony
Official flag raising ceremony by the 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment in presence of dignitaries and speeches.
12 PM at the Dufferin Terrace
Cake – Canada Day!
The official ceremony will be followed by a fabulous cake to celebrate Canada’s birthday, courtesy of the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.
Family zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Juracirque Adventure
Come experience the Juracirque Adventure!
Throughout this adventure, our circus paleontologists will introduce you to the art of the circus through the world of dinosaurs.
An incredible day awaits you!
Family zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Gonflée à Bloc Zone
A whirlwind of fun awaits young people in the Gonflée à Bloc Zone. The inflatable space has been designed to delight both young and old. Will you be brave enough to go down the giant slides?
Family zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Kromatik Makeup
The passionate artists of Kromatik paint from their inspiration and their imagination simultaneously on their living canvas. Standing in a semi-circle, young and not-so-young alike will be amused and delighted by the transformation being created! Be a part of this big, colourful event! Don’t miss the unforgettable Kromatik experience!
Family zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Family Zone
Les frères Zak
Two giant marmosets in search of human encounters wander around, dancing and playing with people. Together, they sow the seeds of good humour.
Family zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Rufus le dinosaure
After years of searching the globe, the director of Abrakadapouff has captured one of the last dinosaurs on Earth. Prepare to be dazzled as Rufus and his strange tamer take over the streets of the Plains of Abraham. With his mischievous, endearing and slightly frightening personality, Rufus seems perpetually on the verge of playing a trick on his trainer, while his human companion juggles orders and public safety. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in this prehistoric journey full of adventure and surprises.
Family zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Linda Babin prend son bain
When Linda Babin takes a bath, it’s a splash on all sides! She’s sure not to go unnoticed in her bathing suit and helmet as she rides her rolling bath from alley to sidewalk! And if her soap slips out of her hand, she’s embarrassed to go and retrieve it… embarrassed? Well, only at first, because as soon as the shower curtain opens, she indulges in a whole host of hilarious actions—much to the delight of the audience! Humorous entertainment for the whole family.
Family Zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Virée des pompiers
For the fifth year running, firefighters and prevention inspectors from the Service de protection contre l’incendie (SPCIQ) will be reaching out to young people with the “Virée des pompiers” activity. The aim is to create links between firefighters and young people and meet the SPCIQ’s prevention and education objectives. Get fire safety tips, enjoy fun activities, and access the Fire Chief’s Cool Down Arch.
Extravagant Zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Queen of Hearts croquet
The world of Alice in Wonderland is at your doorstep with this classic croquet game and the Pink Flamingos. Our 9-foot-tall card soldier will make sure everything runs smoothly, while keeping everyone entertained. The Queen of Hearts will be especially kind…a first!
Extravagant Zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Mini-golf
Looking for a fun activity for everyone? Come and discover our unique mini-golf course, perfect for the whole family. With nine varied and fun holes, come and test your skills. Whether you prefer to break time records or just have fun with friends, this minigolf course is the ideal activity for creating unforgettable memories.
Extravagant Zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Fairground games
Discover our fun fair’s exciting games of skill, from sports to culture. Enjoy the excitement and fun of our fairground games, where you can test your skills and have fun with family and friends. Don’t miss this unique experience!
Teen Zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Arcade Bus
The Arcade Bus has finally arrived! Everyone can feel the excitement building as they climb aboard and head for the first stop. A journey to another galaxy of maximum fun awaits everyone who steps aboard.
With a spectacular blacklight atmosphere, vintage arcade consoles with NBA Jam, Pac-Man, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Simpson, Marvel Vs Capcom games, newer gaming consoles, like the PlayStation 5 with NHL 2023 and a Nintendo Switch with Super Smash Bros and Mario Kart Deluxe 8, it’s the perfect mix of games for all ages.
DJ
Our high-energy DJ will keep you dancing to your favourite tunes throughout this incredible festive day, immersing you in an electrifying atmosphere. Come and unleash your dance moves with us!
Teen Zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Play area – XXL Games with La Revanche
Do you want to play freely? Do you want to kick-start your neurons and have a blast with fun and exciting giant games? The XXL Games area is perfect for you! Specializing in board games, La Revanche will be at the Plains of Abraham—much to the delight of the uninitiated and games lovers alike with its best XXL games, including games of skill, board games and party games! On your marks, get set, play!
World area
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
The World Zone is a showcase of our cultural diversity, and features workshops and fun activities, a sharing of traditions, enriching encounters and unforgettable moments with the various communities that weave our Canadian heritage! Come enjoy the rhythms of multicultural Canada!
Communities and organizations present:
Alliance des Ukrainiens de Québec
Take part in the preservation, transmission and promotion of the cultural richness of Ukrainian heritage in Québec City. Workshop: Introduction to the unique Petrykivka Ukrainian folk-drawing technique, photo zone with Ukrainian costumes, and the sale of souvenirs.
Association haïtienne de Québec
Take part in the integration of Haitian newcomers, promotion of Haitian culture, and cultural exchanges. Activities: Haitian art exhibition, screening of the documentary À la croisée de nos aînés and souvenir sales.
Solidarité Enfants d’ici et d’Ailleurs
Solidarité Enfants d’Ici et d’Ailleurs works for the well-being, safety and development of every child, whatever their status, socio-economic situation or ethnic origin. Reading workshop led by Les Petits Explorateurs and craft fair.
Activities: À la rencontre de l’autre: le parcours d’un immigrant by Jean Chirot Brutal and storytelling with Les Petits Explorateurs.
SOIT
Promote the successful social and professional integration of new arrivals.
Fun activity: Giant dish soap bubbles
La Maison Andicha
Get back to basics with a unique experience!
Traditional leather bracelet-making workshop with Diane Andicha, guardian of the Sacred Drum-Chief, craftswoman and host.
Capoeira Québec
These Brazilian-born teachers share their passion for this expression, combining dance, music, acrobatics and Brazilian martial arts.
Capoeira workshop-demonstration: a unique opportunity to learn the rhythms and movements of capoeira!
Djembé Québec
These talented multi-instrumentalists from West Africa share traditional African dance, song and percussion.
The Djembe workshop is a great opportunity to learn this lively instrument!
Morrin Center
This centre offers English- and French-speaking audiences a rich program of heritage interpretation, education and the arts. Come discover its history and the transition from the French to the English Regime in Québec City. The centre will be selling its tartan specially designed for its 200th anniversary.
Activity: Tea time
Completely Canada zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Canada’s Favourite Animation (photobooth)
Do you know your Canada? Come and test your knowledge, discover our inventions, our achievements, our good moves, and everything that makes us different and proud to be Canadian. This interactive quiz highlights the talent, creativity, ingenuity and outstanding participation of all Canadians, past and present, around the world. The participants are invited to take a selfie in the squad frame and share it on social media using #coupsdecoeurcanadiens. On your mark, let’s play!
Completely Canada zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Voltigeurs de Québec
The Canadian Armed Forces present the oldest French Canadian Regiment: Les Voltigeurs de Québec. Want to know more? Visit their booth and their military vehicule on site.
Completely Canada zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
This information booth highlights different aspects of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Enthusiastic officers welcome you to discuss the diversity of the RCMP’s missions, values and commitment to public safety. It’s the perfect place to learn more about this iconic institution and its vital role in Canadian society. A vehicle will also be on site!
Completely Canada zone
12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
The Royal Canadian Navy
The Royal Canadian Navy and our members, as their motto indicates, are Ready, Aye, Ready to serve Canadians, at home and abroad. Come chat with your sailors, meet our mascot SONAR (who represents a Newfoundland dog), and board a rigid-hulled boat used for operations at sea. In addition, on site, a word was spelled using maritime flags – will you be able to solve the secret code?
Military Music
From 1:40 p.m. to 2:15 p.m, come discover military music with the performance of the National Band of the Naval Reserve composed of musicians from across Canada.
Big Stage
12 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Les femmes au tambour
Traditional Huron-Wendat song and dance
Through their songs, the Sacred Drum-Chief, the machikwés, the hand drums, the bells and the siyotanka (Indigenous flute), Les femmes au tambour offer you a unique Huron-Wendat experience, an unforgettable return to our roots!
Big Stage
1 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Jérôme Charlebois and Annie Roy
Little Words for Big Children
Little Words for Big Children is a musical show featuring original songs. This festive event celebrates childhood, Québec culture and the realities of today’s youth. Singer-songwriter Jérôme Charlebois presents songs from his first children’s album, released this fall 2023.
Accompanied on stage by his partner/singer Annie Roy, with costumes, instruments, and soundtracks, this touching show will immerse you in dance and make you smile.
Big Stage
2:15 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Arthur L’aventurier
The Treasures of Morocco
Discover Arthur L’aventurier’s new show: The Treasures of Morocco. Arthur L’aventurier tells us in song about his unforgettable journey to Morocco, where he discovered a unique wildlife of Barbary macaques, donkeys, fennecs, storks and pink flamingos. He shares his expedition into the Sahara Desert on camelback, where he met fantastic people from an extraordinarily rich culture. Fascinating stories and catchy, rhythmic songs await you on this new adventure with Arthur L’aventurier.
Main stage
3:15 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
YohMexico
Traditional Mexican dances
YohMexico, ambassador of Mexican culture in the heart of Québec and Canada!
We’re much more than a dance troupe. We’re passionate men and women who share the love and richness of Mexican folklore with our community. Our dancers are bursting with energy, talent and enthusiasm, and together, we capture the essence of Mexican traditions through our vibrant, colourful performances.
Every movement, every rhythm and every costume tells a story and conveys the cultural heritage of our magnificent homeland. We celebrate diversity, joy and the beauty of life through our dances, which resonate beyond borders.
Main stage
4:15 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site
Productions Katomix
Discovering dinosaurs
Our two explorers, Tom and Dahlia, have been on a great adventure for several weeks now. Together, they are searching for the very last dinosaur egg! They’ll make more than one discovery on their great expedition. Join them as they discover this vanished world.
Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand
Starting at 8 PM on the Plains of Abraham
Jeanick Fournier
After triumphing on Canada’s Got Talent, Jeanick Fournier is now ready to present her new show. With three albums to her credit, including two with the Universal Music Canada label, this new show will be a clever mix of original songs and nods to the 5 Divas who have inspired her since the very beginning! Accompanied by her talented team, Jeanick is sure to charm you with her powerful voice and the accuracy of her interpretations. She has the ability to touch souls with magic and immerse people in pure emotion! Her performances are worthy of Broadway that will touch your heart and make you want to let your emotions flow! Enjoy a whirlwind of happiness.
Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand
Plains of Abraham – Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand
9:30 PM
NEW – Immersive laser show – Stellaris
To round off this incredible day, come admire the great new feature of the 2024 edition of Canada Day in Québec City: the immersive laser show Stellaris. This breathtaking sensory experience fuses technology with visual art and music to create a captivating and unforgettable spectacle. Immerse yourself in a universe of light, colours, and sound as lasers dance around you, creating breathtaking patterns that seem to suspend in the space around you.
Join us for an evening under the stars, where the magic of laser lights will transport you to distant worlds and infinite horizons.
