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PED days in Quebec: what to do with the kids

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A PED day is a whole day to fill, often on a weekday, often at the last minute. The good news: it is also when the most popular places are the least crowded. This guide brings together outings that work rain or shine, indoors and outdoors: amusement centres, museums, climbing, trampoline parks, with the listing of each place, region by region.

Good to know

Several municipalities and museums offer special activities on school days off, and some camps offer drop-in days: check the listing and the venue’s website the week before. Book when you can, since daycare groups also book those days.

🎒 Outings by region

MontrealQuebecLavalAbitibi-TémiscamingueBas-Saint-LaurentCentre-du-QuébecCharlevoixChaudière-AppalachesCôte-NordEastern TownshipsGaspésieÎles-de-la-MadeleineLanaudièreLaurentidesMauricieMontérégieOutaouaisSaguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

Montreal

110 places

Action 500 (Montréal)

Where the real fun is! Discover the largest indoor karting, paintball, laser tag, and escape room centre in Canada.
Jun. 15 – Dec. 31, 2026

The Montréal Aviation Museum

Temporarily closed for renovations from February 4th till mid-June 2026.
Jun. 15 – Dec. 31, 2026

Pointe-à-Callière – Montréal Archaeology and History Complex

Designated a National Historic Site, Pointe-à-Callière is a spectacular museum built atop an authentic archaeological site located at Montréal's birthplace.

Avenue du Patin

Rediscover the pleasure of roller skating (quads only) and enjoy unforgettable moments with family and friends on our magnificent wooden track.

iSaute – Centre de trampoline (Kirkland)

This bouncing paradise invites all ages to defy gravity!

Putting Edge Centre-Ville

Glow-in-the-dark mini-putt centre and arcade.

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Quebec

68 places

Musée de la nature (Saint-Tite-des-Caps)

The only one of its kind in Québec, this museum is home to extraordinary exhibits of thousands of animal species.

Bfly Québec

Our indoor amusement center offers four unique adventures: a butterfly aviary, a giant play module, 18-hole animal mini-golf and a mysterious mirror maze.

L’Atelier – Histoire de pêche

This workshop presents an exhibition of old fishing items and its history.
Free

Huron Traditional Site ONHOÜA CHETEK8E

Learn about the beliefs and lifestyle of the Huron-Wendat nation, past and present.

Laser Game Evolution Québec Vanier – Laser Tag (Québec / rue Fortin)

Come and challenge your friends in these three multi-level mazes.

RecreOFUN – Québec

Enjoy family entertainment at its best!

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Laval

29 places

AeroSim Experience

Those who dream of taking the controls of a Boeing 737NG or an F-18 jet in Virtual Reality can now do so at this flight simulation centre!

Musée de la santé Armand-Frappier

Reopening of the Museum on January 31, 2023 This museum offers inspiring and educational exhibits and laboratory activities.

Zone 15

This family-friendly entertainment centre in Laval offers the most sophisticated laser tag system in North America, an 18 hole glow-in-the-dark indoor mini-golf course, eight virtual reality racing simulators, four Tower Tag virtual reality stations , video game consoles, lounge and bar.

Cosmodome

Experience a fully immersive experience through an innovative program!

Acrosport Barani Trampoline Club

The club offers group and private lessons for children aged four and over, as well as adults.

BFLY Laval

Our indoor amusement center offers four unique adventures: butterfly aviary, play module, animal mini-golf and mirror maze.

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Abitibi-Témiscamingue

31 places

Collection archéologique Joseph Bérubé

Housed in the former presbytery of Gallichan, this collection features some of the archaeological items discovered in five sites near Lake Abitibi once occupied by Aboriginals.

Le Labyrinthe des insectes

Trail of about 1 kilometre, the labyrinth goes through a poplar plantation.

Obadjiwan-Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site

A trading post, an enchanted forest, a beach on the edge of a 110-km lake, a native presence dating back 6,000 years, and two centuries of rivalry to control the fur trade.

Musée de Guérin

Museum showcasing the life and times of a typical Témiscamingue community in the 1940s and 50s, with activities and games for adults and children to learn about the family and social life of that era.

D’Arbre en Arbre Rouyn-Noranda

Picture yourself flying from one tree top to another, walking on a high wire, or ziplining above a breathtaking view of lac Joannès!

Train Station Museum

Témiscaming station was built in 1927 to link the city to the rest of the region.

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Bas-Saint-Laurent

26 places
Recommended

Centre d’amusement L’île des moussaillons

L'île des Moussaillons is a unique, sea-themed amusement center.

Manoir Fraser

This stately 1830s residence tells the story of the Fraser 'seigneurs' (lords) and their influence on Rivière-du-Loup's development during the 19th century.

Centre d’interprétation du chemin du portage

At this museum housed in an old schoolhouse, artifacts and maps tell the story of Chemin du Portage.
Free

Le Grand labyrinthe de La Pocatière

This labyrinth is looking to make history by setting the Guinness World Record for the largest corn maze ever.

La Forêt de Maître Corbeau – Sentiers aériens

With 94 games that increase in difficulty, over 2 km of aerial trails and a series of six ziplines, this forest has courses for participants of all ages!

Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père

Come aboard the Onondaga submarine, a 90 m behemoth, to discover the fascinating and unknown life of its 70 crewmen!

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Centre-du-Québec

30 places

Laser Force Entertainment Center

A futuristic entertainment universe including: laser tag arena, games module, two-story ultraviolet minigolf, arcades.

Le Village hanté du Village Québécois d’Antan

In October, over a hundred terrifying characters await visitors at the Haunted Village, with the sole mission of bringing their worst nightmares to life.

Village Québécois d’Antan

By day, embark on a fascinating journey through time in the heart of historic Quebec!

DPK Parkour & Freerun

A top-tier training centre for practising parkour and Ninja Warrior activities.

Société acadienne Port-Royal

Discover the Acadian history of Saint-Grégoire-le-Grand in Bécancour.

Camping Plage Paris

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Charlevoix

10 places

The Seigneurial Mill of Les Éboulements

This flour mill, built in 1790, is still in operation today.

Charlevoix Maritime Museum

For 40 years, the museum has been telling the story of wooden schooners and coastal shipping on the St. Lawrence.

Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre

Parks Canada's little hidden gem on your way to the Côte-Nord region, Pointe-Noire is one of the best spots to observe beluga whales from the shore.

Via ferrata La Charlevoix

A via ferrata and zip-line course built into the wall of the Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu in La Malbaie, Charlevoix.

Les Moulins de l’Isle-aux-Coudres – Floor miling Économusée

A unique site in Canada, with a watermill (1825) and a windmill (1836) on the same grounds.

Parcours muséal des Petites Franciscaines de Marie – Maison Mère Baie-Saint-Paul

Discover the 125-year history that shaped the Baie-Saint-Paul's cultural landscape as you make your way through five immersive areas of this former convent, in which you will also appreciate the scope of the Little Franciscans of Mary's heritage.

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Chaudière-Appalaches

33 places

Centre DiXtrAction et Parc-O-Fun

Experience an unforgettable time with family, friends, or for your parties.

Minéro – Musée de Thetford | KB3

This museum is dedicated to earth sciences with two permanent exhibitions.

Moulin du Portage

The Moulin du Portage, a former flour mill on the banks of the Rivière du Chêne, is now a unique cultural venue.
Free

Musée Le Régiment de la Chaudière

Come discover this military museum dedicated to the memory of one of Canada's oldest military units.
Mar. 6 – Dec. 20, 2026

Musée des Sœurs de Notre-Dame du Perpétuel Secours

The Musée des Sœurs de Notre-Dame du Perpétuel Secours encourages reflection and invites participation in preserving the meaning and significance of the heritage of the NDPS congregation by learning about the community's way of life, its self-sufficient model, its polyculture, and its models of female leadership.
Mar. 6 – Dec. 20, 2026

Vieux Moulin de Metgermette-Nord

Erected in 1873, downstream from Lac des Abénaquis, this imposing four-storey structure is testimony to one of the last attempts at the French colonization of North America.

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Côte-Nord

22 places

Cap-de-Bon-Désir Interpretation and Observation Centre

Parks Canada invites you to enjoy an exceptional view of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, ideal for picnicking and observing whales, seals and birds close to the shore.

Musée amérindien et inuit

This museum's collection features numerous Amerindian and Inuit works of art.
Free

Village forestier d’antan de Franquelin

Vibrant heritage, generous nature and restful nights.

Port-Cartier History Interpretation Centre

This unique panoramic exhibition showcases more than 100 years of local and regional history, from Shelter Bay to Port-Cartier, through Fermont and the former town of Gagnon.
Free

Marine Environment Discovery Centre

Parks Canada invites you to dive into the wonderful universe of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, from starfish to the largest marine mammals.
Ended Jun. 15 – Sep. 12, 2026

La Vieille École

Enter the Vieille École de Natashquan and immerse yourself in Quebec folklore.
Ended Jun. 15 – Sep. 12, 2026

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Eastern Townships

57 places

Vertige Escalade

Experience Le Vertigo! Bloc climbing, top roping, and lead climbing.

D-Vert

This recreation centre has everything it takes to satisfy a clientele of various ages and interests, with its wide range of services for fun and self-improvement (climbing, gym, yoga, group classes, treatments and more).

Ulverton Woolen Mills

Located in a spectacular historic setting, the mill offers an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Canopy Cycle VéloVolant

Soar through the forest canopy on one of these cycles, a Canadian first!

Centre d’interprétation de la mine d’or

Several activities await you at the former Ruisseau Mining gold mine.

Glo Golf Aventures

Discover 18-hole mini-golf played in the dark in a singular setting'a remodelled church' in a 3D decor accentuated with black lights.

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Gaspésie

24 places

Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site

This National Historic Site commemorates the last naval battle between France and England, a year after the Battle of the Plains of Abraham (1759), in Québec city.

Centre de découvertes Zoom Nature Desjardins

This regional interpretation centre presents themed exhibitions and activities related to biodiversity and local flora and fauna (birds, mammals, wild plants, invertebrates, minerals and fossils).

Micmac Interpretation Site of Gespeg

Come visit this magnificent site to learn about the traditional lifestyle of the 17th century Micmacs.

Gaspé – Birthplace of Canada site

A site for historical animation et interpretation, events and shows, public space, the Jacques Cartier Cross monument, a tavern with local products, a souvenir and crafts shop.
Free

Centre d’interprétation de la dîme

Discover the many facets of Sainte-Flavie through a variety of topics: sport and commercial fishing, tanneries, blacksmiths, creameries and (of course!) different aspects of agriculture.
Free

Musée maritime du Phare de Matane

Built between 1906 and 1907, this lighthouse, now an exhibition and tourist information centre, features photographs and objects related to regional maritime history.

See 18 more ›

Îles-de-la-Madeleine

6 places

Le Site d’autrefois

Visit the Îles-de-la-Madeleine and travel back in time.

CAMI’s Historical Heritage Site

This complex, with its Little Red School House, illustrates the cultural heritage and history of English-speakers on the islands through period objects and photographs.

Parc patrimonial William-Cormier

Visit this park to discover the maritime lifestyle embodied by the seven lighthouses of les Îles-de-la-Madeleine.

The Seal Interpretation Center

Ecomuseum that highlights, in a historical and current context, the know-how and intangible heritage of the Madelinots to promote the maritime way of life.

Musée de la mer

This museum is dedicated to the archipelago's maritime history.

Entry Island Museum

Spearheaded by the Entry Island Heritage Committee.
Free

Lanaudière

34 places

Le Grand labyrinthe de Lanaudière

With family or friends, find your way through a giant corn maze.

Gilles-Villeneuve Museum

The Gilles-Villeneuve Museum, located between Montréal and Trois-Rivières (Highway 40), commemorates the life of racing legend Gilles Villeneuve'the fastest man in Formula 1 history!

Rétro Futur

At Rétro Futur, arcade games are free all day, and there are private karaoke rooms, 9D VR simulators, and interactive floors.

Arbraska Rawdon

Experience the thrill of treetop adventures.

Golf Expérience

Indoor golf course with 8 simulators, resto bar and other activities.

Quilles G plus

Quilles G Plus de Mascouche is a place where entertainment is guaranteed.

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Laurentides

27 places

Musée Rodrigue

Discover the fascinating history of the Laurentians at Musée Rodrigue!

Centre d’amusement Mégamaze (St-Jérôme)

Looking for a place for children’s activity, a family outing or a kids’ birthday party?

Skyline Luge Mont-Tremblant

Discover a thrilling ride that's fun for all ages: the Skyline Luge!

Parc aquatique Sommet Saint-Sauveur

Slides, rafting, wave pool and F.U.N.

Tyroparc – Mountain adventure park

Located in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, the Tyroparc mountain adventure park is full of attractions for young and old.

Carillon Canal National Historic Site

This national heritage site offers a spectacular sight: a 200-tonne gate that allows boats to transit locks with a 20-metre height difference.

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Mauricie

48 places

Le Magasin général Le Brun

Historical site featuring an authentic general store typical of the 19th and 20th centuries that brings to life a significant period of Québec's past.

Forges du Saint-Maurice National Historic Site

Relive the history of Canada's first steel industry.

Musée militaire de Trois-Rivières

This site includes the museum and military barracks of the 12th RBC.

Musée POP

This museum bears witness to the unique identity of Québec society in its diversity and development.

RadicaBoum

RadicaBOUM is an indoor center featuring a three-story aquatic-themed labyrinth, unique in the Mauricie region, where children aged 0 to 10 can play in a world inspired by the sea.

Domaine Enchanteur (au Domaine de la forêt perdue)

Spend a great day outdoors and share unforgettable memories with family or friends.

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Montérégie

79 places

Labyrinthe Galaxie

Located in Sainte-Julie on the South Shore of Montréal, this unique, original and thrilling outdoor activity provides hours of fun for young and old alike.

Fort Chambly National Historic Site

From its original wooden fort, built in 1665 by the Carignan-Salières Regiment,to the exit of British troops in the mid-19th century, every corner of the site echoes military life.

Exporail – the Canadian Railway Museum

Museum featuring the largest railway collection in Canada.

Ninja Factory – Circuit sportif

Challenge Your Inner Agility at Ninja Factory!

Arbraska Rigaud

Discover the largest adventure park in all of Québec and feel the excitement.

iSaute – Trampoline Park (Brossard)

Looking for a dynamic way to burn off your overflowing energy? iSaute Brossard offers the perfect activity to unleash it!

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Outaouais

27 places

Amigo recreational complex

Discover the Amigo Recreational Complex, a unique and exciting destination where the whole gang can have fun!

Mackenzie King Estate

Located in the heart of Gatineau Park, this estate is a precious Canadian legacy.
Free

Pythonga Tugboat

The Pythonga was first transported by rail to Maniwaki in 1928 and then by sled over the snow to the Baskatong reservoir.

Le Rond-point milieu de jeux

This amusement center offers huge indoor play structures with multiple slides, a giant block arena, a zone for ages 0-2, and a maze.

Altitude Gym

Located in Gatineau, in a former church, Altitude Gym is a climbing center like no other!

Arbraska Laflèche

In the heart of the Val-des-Monts forests, Arbraska Laflèche invites you to enjoy a unique experience where nature and adventure meet.

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Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

22 places

Village historique de Val-Jalbert

Travel back in time in an authentic country town with many original buildings.

Savana Centre d’amusement

Indoor amusement centre located in Saguenay giving access to a gigantic play structure, climbing wall, game module for children 3 and under and La Jungle interactive room (BEAM, Lumoplay and Stomp) .

Le Vieux Moulin

Built in 1902, this mill played a crucial role in the development of the area thanks to its multiple uses.

Parc d’amusement familial du Moulin des Pionniers

Well worth the detour! The site includes a visit to the sawmill, as well as an exhibition on the life of French settlers in the early 1900s.

Musée du patrimoine d’Arvida

Discover a 20th century “industrial utopia” built around the aluminium factory.

Pavillon sportif de l’Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC)

The UQAC sports complex offers a wide range of services under the supervision of qualified and dynamic staff.

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