Halloween Activities & Events

Décorations d'Halloween à l'hôtel de ville
Ville de Québec

Monsters, ghosts, zombies, pirates—everyone is invited to celebrate Halloween in Québec City! Dive into the ambiance of this outlandish celebration and give in to the thrill of discovery. Enjoy a multitude of activities organized for Halloween.

Halloween Decorations

Composed of pumpkins, scarecrows, mummies and spiders, the decorations of the city hall will make the whole family shiver with pleasure. The Petit-Champlain also turns into a beautifully decorated area.

Halloween on the Plains of Abraham

Terrifying decorations and mysterious creatures haunt the famous urban park from early October to mid-November. Visit the mystical fall garden and its charming decorations surrounded by the colourful foliage. The Plains of Abraham will give chills to the whole family!

Themed Guided Tours

Ghost Walking Tour

Meet the ghosts of criminals, hear about tales of yore and discover the heart of Québec City like you’ve never seen it before with Ghost Walking Tour! Over 15 spectral characters will be greeting you in the dark streets. But beware! They might not all be well-meaning... 
*Activity suggested for teenagers (12 to 15 years old)

Ghost Tours of Québec

Follow the Ghost Tours of Québec costumed guide and its lantern light through the cobblestone streets of Old Québec. Listen to stories of 400 years of strange murders, executions, ghostly tragedies and hauntings.
*Activity suggested for teenagers (12 to 15 years old)

Cemeteries of Québec City

Cemeteries such as the world-famous Cimetière du Père-Lachaise in Paris are popular destinations for visitors interested in history, monuments, and famous characters, and Québec City cemeteries are no exception. The city and region invite you to discover its most important burial sites.

Pumpkin Picking

Picking your own pumpkin in the field is a great way for children to get fresh air while visiting a farm. It is available at the following locations on Île d'Orléans:

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