Plan your visit

The next edition of the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France will take place from August 7 to 10, 2025. However, other activities will begin earlier. In fact, the "Escape Backpack", in collaboration with the Îlot des Palais, is ongoing 5 to October 31, 2025. The price is $50 for a group of six people, but your Medallion Case gives you a $20 discount!

MAIN SITES

For the Public Market Le Frigo / Viandex 

August 7th to 10th, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

For the Ancestors's Place

August 7th to 10th, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 
ACTIVITIES

For the activity “Gathering of the Giants: The Show”, at Marché public Le Frigo / Viandex:

August 7th to 10th, at three time slots: 8:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. / 9:20 p.m. – 10 p.m. / 10:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.

 
For Night of the Traitors, at the Quebec Garrison Club:

Friday, August 8 and Saturday, August 9 | Three time slots: 4 p.m. / 6:30 p.m. / 9 p.m.

 
For TD King's Dinner, at the Quebec Garrison Club:

Saturday, August 9: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

 
For the Gouvernement du Québec Historical Talks, at the Quebec Garrison Club:

August 7th to 10th, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.*

Except for the one at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 8, which will take place at the National Assembly of Quebec.

 
For the activity Mega Parc’s Kids’ Treasure Hunt, on our main sites:

August 7th to 10th, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

 
For the activity Self-Guided Tours of the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral (Medallion required):

From August 8 to 10, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

 
For the exhibition “Scan Your Story”:

August 7th to 10th, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Check out the full schedule on our Programming page.

The two main sites are located at the Jardins de l’Hôtel-de-Ville (the Public Market Le Frigo / Viandex) and the Place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville (The Ancestors' Place).

At the Québec Garrison Club, don’t miss the Gouvernement du Québec Historical Talks, the TD King's Dinner, and the Night of the Traitors.

Finally, be sure to enjoy self-guided tours of the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral and take part in the “Escape Backpack” activity at the Îlot des Palais, running until October 31, 2025.

Wearing a costume is not mandatory. However, if you feel inclined, we invite you to dress up during the event to join the celebrations and create a festive atmosphere in Old Quebec.

This year, the Medallion is not mandatory to discover the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France main sites, but those who purchase it will have access to several benefits:

• A free haircut at the KRWN kiosk on-site (cut for short hair)
• A free drink
• An access to exclusive content from the Scan your History Exhibition and its augmented reality app
• A free admission to the Giants’ Gathering : the show
• A Coaticook ice cream
• Discount of $20 for the Escape Backpack, in partnership with the Îlot des Palais
• Access to the Government of Québec Historical Talks
• Access to the privileges of the Historical Pass
• A souvenir Medallion
• 30% discount on event merchandise

Les Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France are taking place at Le parc de l'Esplanade, located in the heart of Old Quebec. The site is close to public transport. To get to the sites by bus, please consult the RTC website.

We also encourage you to use the Société des Traversiers du Québec ferry services or the Amigo Express (carpooling services) for longer-distance travel! Alternatively, a bike parking area, in partnership with Le Vélo Vert, is available at Place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville. Please note that the New France Festival is not responsible for damages or theft.

If you're coming by car, we recommend reserving your parking spot with Clicknpark or using the Place d'Youville parking lot.

Present your Medallion at one of these cultural and historical sites and get a discount on one admission:

• Îlot des Palais: 50% discount on visit to exhibitions
• Manoir Mauvide-Genest: 25% off self-guided or guided tours
• Monastère des Augustines: 50% off museum admission
• HQ Services Touristiques: 25% discount on the standard tour. Book your spot at www.hqst.ca using the promotional code FNF
• Musée Huron-Wendat: 50% discount on the guided tour
• Site Traditionnel Huron Ouhoüa Chetek8e: 50% discount on the guided tour
• Onhwa' Lumina: 50% discount on admission

Valid from August 7 to 31, 2025

Accessible washrooms are available for people with reduced mobility. Please note that due to the geographic layout of the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France, the terrain may be uneven in some areas, which can be a challenge for someone with reduced mobility without assistance. An attendant will be available to help you get around the Old Québec area.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

Throughout the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France, the Jean Castor Family Space provides facilities for breastfeeding and changing your children. A bottle warmer and games will also be available!

New this year: Access to our main sites is free, located at the Jardins de l’Hôtel-de-Ville and Place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville!

New activities this year:

• The Giants’ Gathering: the show ($): Attend this 30-minute audiovisual show featuring the giants of the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France. They will share their stories and the ties that bind them together.
• “Scan Your History” Exhibition: Discover symbolic objects from New France across our main sites and at the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral.
  Medallion Case holders will also have access to our new augmented reality app and enhanced content!
• Self-Guided Tours of the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral (Medallion required): Explore the cathedral’s iconic spaces to learn more about the legacy of the Diocese of Québec—and uncover some of its most mysterious corners.

We suggest the following activities:

• The Escape Backpack at the Îlot des Palais
• Night of the Traitors, at the Quebec Garrison Club
• The King's Dinner TD, at the Quebec Garrison Club
• Our various shows on the main sites, no pass required!

Leashed animals are allowed on the two main sites of the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France: the Jardins de l’Hôtel-de-Ville and the Place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville. However, we do not recommend bringing your pet if you are visiting the FNF on Saturday or Sunday, which are the busiest days. The FNF is a free event that draws large crowds, which can sometimes make it difficult to navigate the site with an animal. Additionally, the festive atmosphere, music, and performances may make your pet feel nervous or frightened. To make your visit more enjoyable—and for your pet’s well-being—we recommend attending the FNF on Thursday or Friday, when the crowd is more spread out across the sites.