{"id":11049,"date":"2020-01-16T16:28:28","date_gmt":"2020-01-16T20:28:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alizee.ca\/?p=11049"},"modified":"2022-01-18T15:39:39","modified_gmt":"2022-01-18T19:39:39","slug":"7-must-activities-carnaval-de-quebec-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alizee.ca\/en\/7-must-activities-carnaval-de-quebec-2\/","title":{"rendered":"7 MUST ACTIVITIES OF THE CARNAVAL DE QU\u00c9BEC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Like every winter, the most awaited event in Quebec City is the Carnaval of Qu\u00e9bec. 2020\u2019s edition is from February 7th<\/sup> to 16th<\/sup> and here are our 7 favorites activities of this year\u2019s program. The opening ceremony<\/a> will take place on Friday, February 7th<\/sup> from 5:30 PM to 6 PM.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

#1 \u2013 THE CLASSICAL: THE HYDRO-QU\u00c9BEC PARADE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As usual, the Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec Parade<\/a>, main event of the Carnaval of Qu\u00e9bec, will invade the city twice! Circus artists, choreographers, lights and music, the show will be here. Prepare yourself to live one magical night (or two!). Furthermore, it\u2019s free! No Effigy needed! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When?
<\/strong>Saturday 8th<\/sup> and Saturday 15th<\/sup> February \u2013 From 7 to 9 PM (free).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where?
<\/strong>On Grande All\u00e9e<\/a> (From Avenue des \u00c9rables to the National Assembly).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#2 \u2013 THE INEVITABLE: ICE SULPTURES<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want to learn or simply look at this art process, you will be pleased. The Carnaval of Qu\u00e9bec offers you workshops<\/a>, demonstrations<\/a> with Marc Lepire\u2019s team and an Ice Sculptures path<\/a>. Come practice and discover this art with the chief sculptor of Bonhomme\u2019s Ice Palace!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When?<\/strong>
– The workshops: 1-hour duration, booking needed (79$, taxes included, for a group between 2 and 4 persons) \u2013 Availabilities: Saturday 8th<\/sup>, Sunday 9th<\/sup>, Saturday 15th<\/sup> and Sunday 16th <\/sup>February \u2013 From 12 PM to 4 PM.
– The demonstrations: Everyday, detailed schedule online<\/a> (Effigy required).
– The path: Everyday (free).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where?<\/strong>
– The workshops: Jos\u2019 Camp by Videotron<\/a>.
– The demonstrations: Loto-Qu\u00e9bec Zone<\/a>.
– The path: In Le Petit Champlain district.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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#3 \u2013 THE SURPRISING: WINTER NSPW WRESTLING EVENT<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

NSPW wrestlers will fight in outside matches<\/a>, with some snow around! As some people will get cold in the ring, come warm you up and applause extraordinary and\u2026 unusual talents. Prepare yourself to see explosive personalities and in-action acrobats, a guaranteed entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When?
<\/strong>Saturday 8th<\/sup> and Saturday 15th<\/sup> February \u2013 From 1:30 PM to 3 PM (Effigy required).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where?
<\/strong>Jos\u2019 Camp by Videotron<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#4 \u2013 THE ICEY: SNOW BATH ST-HUBERT<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Brave enough to take a snow bath in a swimsuit? The Snow bath St-Hubert<\/a> is here for you. A Carnaval toque, a bath access and to the other sites of the Carnaval for the day will be allowed to the courageous who will dare to register. Be fast, there are only 75 available places. The register period ends on February 2nd<\/sup>. For more details on the rules to respect, go on the Carnaval of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When<\/strong>?
Sunday 16th<\/sup> February \u2013 From 1 PM to 2:30 PM (10$, taxes included).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where?
<\/strong>Jos\u2019 Camp by Videotron<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#5 \u2013 THE PRECISE: SHOOT & PUTT<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Carnaval of Qu\u00e9bec offers you a minigolf course with some hockey influences. Go through the course and discover 5 Canadian cityscapes while having fun. Shoot & putt<\/a> is the challenge that children and adults have to try this year at the Carnaval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When?
<\/strong>Everyday, detailed schedule online<\/a> (Effigy required).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where?<\/strong>
On Grande All\u00e9e between Jos\u2019 Camp by Videotron and Christie North Slope<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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#6 \u2013 THE RISKY: CHRISTIE DESCENT<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Who doesn\u2019t want to slide? The Christie Descent<\/a> is a 300-font long slope. Be brave and slide but be careful in the curve! Guaranteed thrills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When?
<\/strong>Everyday, detailed schedule online<\/a> (Effigy required).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where?<\/strong>
Christie North Slope<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#7 \u2013 THE TRENDING: AXE THROWING<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This activity became trending thanks to social networks. Come try the axe throwing<\/a> and show your entourage how agile you are. No stress, there is a lesson before you throw it. It\u2019s the perfect time to let the steam off and bring the Viking out of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When?
<\/strong>Everyday, detailed schedule online<\/a> (Effigy required).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where?
<\/strong>Jos\u2019 Camp by Videotron<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

PARTNER EVENTS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t\nhesitate to try the partner events, there is something for every taste:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Bal des\nGlaces<\/a> at Le Drague Cabaret Club: Drag Queens shows, photos with the\ncharacters and free frosty makeup on site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Sumo\nfight<\/a> at la Korrigane: Come and fight your friends in a padded sumo suit.\nMany prizes to win, registration needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Winter Volleyball<\/a> at the 3rd<\/sup> Avenue and Chemin de la Canardi\u00e8re corner: A volleyball tournament with 30 cm of snow on the floor? It is possible. If you think you can take the challenge, register!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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