An annual event. Culture Days returns for its 30th edition on September 25, 26 and 27, 2026, across Quebec. The event invites the public to dive into cultural and artistic practices, from toddlers to seniors.
Free activities. Hands-on workshops, guided tours, shows, guided circuits and hikes, talks, demonstrations: the types of activities are varied and almost all are free. They take place in neighbourhoods, municipalities and regions, often close to home.
How to participate. The full program is announced in September on the official Culture Days website, where you can search for an activity by date, region, city or type. Organizations and artists can also register their own activities until the end of the summer.
A gateway for newcomers. It is one of the best opportunities to discover Quebec's cultural life for free: museums, libraries, historic sites and artists' studios open their doors, often for the first time. Activities take place in French, which also makes it a gentle immersion experience.
Good to know for newcomers: put the weekend of September 25 to 27 in your calendar. Look up activities near you on the official website and arrive early: the most popular workshops fill up fast. It is free, accessible and a great way to meet people in your neighbourhood.
