Special Events
Jesuit’s Mill
“Oeuf-Réka” (EGGcellent!)
Sunday, April 12 at 10:30 a.m. (limited to 10 families) and 2 p.m. (limited to 10 families)
The Great Easter Egg Hunt. Surprise events and participation prizes.
Reservations required. Admission: $4/person up to a maximum of $16/family (2 adults and 2 or more children), free for children aged 4 and under.
Mont-Sainte-Anne
Easter at the Mountain
Sunday, April 12
As part of the Spring Madness Festival, turn a family ski day into a family fun day: mountain Easter egg hunt, rabbits and ponies in a petting zoo, inflatable games at the sugar shack, competitions, and much more! DJ from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Our Easter bunnies can’t wait to see you there!
Laurier Québec
Little Easter Farm
Wednesday, April 8 to Saturday, April 11
Visit the Easter Farm in the main concourse.
Galeries de la Capitale
Easter Farm
Saturday, April 4, to Saturday, April 11
SDiscover Québec City’s biggest Easter farm in the center courtyard.
Maison Girardin
Easter Art
Saturday, April 4, 1 p.m.
Get ready for Easter by making your own art inspired by the works of the impressionists. Admission: $3 for children, $5 for adults (materials included). Registration required.
Société du domaine Maizerets
An Easter Afternoon of Culture
Sunday, April 5, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (ongoing)
Craft workshops. The whole family can try their hand at wood sculpting, canvas and Easter egg painting, and making their own greeting cards, chicks, and ducks. Don’t miss the family play "Clown de père en fils" at 2:30 p.m., starring Norbert Langlois and Marie-Christine Morin (Performance in French only).
Aquarium du Québec
Easter Brunch
Sunday, April 12
Come celebrate at Aquarium du Québec and enjoy unbeatable views of the St. Lawrence and the Québec Bridge over a deliciously satisfying breakfast (served at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m.). Plus, free face painting for the kids during breakfast time.
Easter Egg Hunt at Aquarium du Québec
Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12
Chocolate-themed treasure hunt for tiny tots.
Chocolate
Choco-Musée Erico
Explore the history of chocolate and sample handmade masterpieces at this museum and chocolate shop.
Chocolaterie de l'Île d'Orléans
This high end chocolate factory imports its ingredients from Belgium.
La Fudgerie inc. – Les Mignardises Doucinet
Charlesbourg’s historic Trait-Carré district is home to the first traditional fudge shop in all of Québec. Our bold and original handmade fudge is made from only the finest ingredients.
Les Chocolats Favoris/La Glacerie à l’Européenne
Best known for its chocolate-dipped soft ice cream cones, this establishment also offers over 200 original creations in dark or milk chocolate, with or without sugar.
Cupidon Chocolatier
Cupidon Chocolatier has an astonishing variety of mouthwatering chocolate.
Les Délices de l'Érable
This bistro boutique features a broad range of maple syrup– and maple sugar–based pastries, chocolates, gelato, sorbets, and coffee in cozy surroundings. Gelato and sorbet tastings. Discover the many flavors of maple!
Musée de l’Abeille
Our store is abuzz with a host of honey treats. Come sample our homemade pastries, chocolates, and cookies.
Chocolate Spa
We all deserve a treat from time to time! What better than a chocolate-flavored pick-me-up at one of the following local spas?
- Vivaldi Spa
- Château Mont Sainte-Anne
- Sentosa Spa
- ZONESPA Relais détente Spa Nordique
- Amerispa, Château Bonne Entente
- Izba Spa
- Spa Inspirations - Hôtel Manoir Victoria
- Manoir St-Castin (Spa Villegia)
Florists
Flowers are just the thing, whether it’s for Sunday dinner with the in-laws or to celebrate spring. Here are a few great places to pick up a bunch:
- Au Salon Fleuri, Fleuriste inc.
- Centre Jardin Hamel
- Fleurs Coupées Québec inc.
Religious Services
At a time of the year traditionally associated with church visits, what better time to discover the churches of the Québec City area, each one an architectural gem with a glorious history.
Try our top three suggestions:
Corporation du patrimoine et du tourisme religieux de Québec promotes the city’s religious heritage through activities and tours.The group’s website lists the times of religious services in churches across the city. Various confessions are catered for, including Anglican, Presbyterian, Baptist, United Church of Canada, and, of course, Roman Catholic.
Restaurants
Consult our Restaurants section nd member websites for more information. Many have special Easter menus and events.
Sugar Shacks
It’s always a good idea to check availability before visiting a local sugar shack de la région.