At all times
L’Entre-Sort
Général Patente
All event
Discovery of a mysterious world
Come and discover the world of Entre-Sort. The ringmaster will invite you to get to know our characters who will transport you to an old fair atmosphere. The mysterious fortune teller will interpret her crystal ball in a unique way. The experience will fascinate you!
Général Patente works in the world of youth entertainment. Numerous festivals, schools and libraries have welcomed Général Patente’s unbridled team. In addition, the company designs games for families.
Général Patente was born out of a bidulophone experience. Marc Duval is the organization’s chief executive, and he brings a particular color to the mandates to be fulfilled. Fun guaranteed! With his team, he runs a site full of games.
Zoltar
Théâtre Rude Ingénierie
All event
Triggered by the visitors, this mecanical sculpture creates poems looking like Exquisite Corpses
Zoltar is an attempt to give chance an intelligible vocabulary. He has over 25 000 words that have been recorded and classified one by one. At the press of a button, we can see him select, using his abacus-brain, the articles, adverbs, adjectives, prepositions, interjections, verbs and common nouns that will constitute a sentence. Zoltar assembles them according to one of his 10 possible sentence constructions, then he recites it to whoever comes to ask him for advice.
TRI is a multidisciplinary production company from Quebec City that focuses on the meeting of sound, image, object, engineering and the living. Navigating between disciplines, TRI’s productions mix raw art techniques, new technologies and popular and current arts.
Carnavalesque mini-market
SDC du Vieux-Québec
All event
Meet the merchants of the SDC of Old Quebec in the magical atmosphere of the Strange Carnival. Artisans and artists invite you to discover their unique creations, adding a touch of creativity to this lively celebration. Street shows, between laughter and wonder, captivate young and old. Immerse yourself in this festive experience where history meets joy, and let yourself be enchanted by the warm spirit of Old Quebec.
Travel in time
Charlie Tango - Parcours Ludiques
The whole event
Virtual rallye, duration of about 60 min. (estimated duration in walking speed)
Amazing!! A blinding light crosses the sky, followed by an ear-shattering BOOM!! An unidentified object has indeed fallen from the sky and a strange signal is heard. You then download an application capable of deciphering the signal, these are GPS coordinates. You decide to take your courage in both hands and follow this signal… but what awaits you at the end of this path? An incredible discovery or a threat to planet Earth? Hurry, the signal is weakening…
Parcours Ludiques transforms any place into an unforgettable adventure. Experiencing a “parcours ludique” means experiencing a captivating story marked by pleasure, mystery and action.
Parcours Ludiques’ main mission is to bring entertainment to the most unusual places across Quebec and thus cultivate the spirit of adventure. This Boucherville company is a division of Charlie Tango Games, made up of gamification experts. She creates game and puzzle trails to make walking fun. Experiencing a fun journey means experiencing a captivating story marked by pleasure, mystery and action. The Parcours Ludiques concepts require neither labor nor additional infrastructure, and are playable in all seasons. With already more than 500,000 people entertained thanks to its creations, Parcours Ludiques has carved out a place of choice in the entertainment world in Quebec and in the hearts of its participants.
Trick-or-treating
All event
Meet the merchants of Old Quebec during the Étrange Carnaval trick-or-treating! Look for the pastilles in the windows to find out who can give you candy. Plan your route by consulting our interactive map!
Artistic program
Dancing night with swing music and intro course
Port-O-Swing
October 25, initiations at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Come dance on swing and retro music with Port-O-Swing School!
Come dance with Port-O-Swing… you will relive the era of the Roaring Twenties with us! Whether with Swing music, Jazz or the Retro look of our dancers, you will feel like you are in the era of Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis Presley and many other musicians who marked these beautiful vintage years.
The Port-O-Swing Dance School brings you back to the Retro era… shows, initiations and dance evenings. Port-O-Swing is here for you. Swing, a dance for everyone!
Professeur Anachronik
Félix Imbeault
October 26th and 27th
Eccentric traveler coming to visit our time. Laughs guaranteed!
Arriving from the distant past aboard his time machine, an eminent “temporologist”, Professor Anachronik, discovers a world that seems very strange to him! Arriving on his pneumatic stilts, hopping everywhere and performing impossible tricks on his stilts, this intrepid traveler will entertain you with his delirious enthusiasm for temporary madness!
Speaking a language with strange and unknown sounds in our world, he nevertheless knows how to make himself understood to share with us his adventures and his incomprehension of our world.
An energetic, dynamic and bouncy animation for the whole family! Be ready, because humor and madness will be there!
Speaking a language with strange and unknown sounds in our world, he nevertheless knows how to make himself understood to share with us his adventures and his incomprehension of our world.
An energetic, dynamic and bouncy animation for the whole family! Be ready, because humor and madness will be there!
Eccentric clown, host, performer, physical actor, stilt walker and circus performer, Félix Imbeault is an artist from the music world. A graduate in jazz-pop interpretation from Cégep de Joliette in 2006, he crossed paths with street theater in 2010, an encounter that changed his practice. He discovered the physical and clown game which he studied in Quebec, Arizona and France.
Carnavalesque characters
La Baraque Imaginaire
October 26th and 27th
The strong man and the canon woman are roaming looking for new candidates for their Big Circus. A duo of wacky characters who spread laughter and admiration wherever they go.
La Baraque creates, produces and distributes family entertainment and shows in Quebec.
Circus entertainement
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Luminous Hula hoop
Cirque Kikasse
October 26 and 27 –
Circus entertainment
October 26 – Illuminated hula hoop
Dynamic and acrobatic circus entertainement
Cirque Kikasse offers you a traveling acrobatic entertainment in the colors of the circus of yesteryear and with the flavor of the Étrange Carnaval! Surprising, impressive, crazy!
Cirque Kikasse is the mobile circus in Quebec! Driven by an artistic vision that favors the spectacular and virtuosity, Kikasse sprinkles the magic of the circus creating memorable events.
Family program
Circus workshop
Cirque Fliptop
October 26th and 27th
Psychomotricity workshops accessible to everyone, based on the world of circus
Psychomotricity workshops accessible to everyone, based on the world of circus, aimed at learning, fun, and safety.
A turnkey service where instructors guide, supervise, and challenge both children and adults through various circus disciplines such as juggling, manipulation (Chinese plates, peacock feathers), balancing (on hands, feet, with canes), basic acrobatics, acrosport… At school, in after-school activities, on pedagogical days, family events, or other occasions. Guaranteed fun!
A turnkey service where instructors guide, supervise, and challenge both children and adults through various circus disciplines such as juggling, manipulation (Chinese plates, peacock feathers), balancing (on hands, feet, with canes), basic acrobatics, acrosport… At school, in after-school activities, on pedagogical days, family events, or other occasions. Guaranteed fun!
FTP Services caters to everyone, whether they are athletic, cerebral, or creative. We continuously adapt innovative activities within the same group to ensure that everyone leaves feeling passionate.
Circus introduction workshops, face painting, balloon sculptures, and roaming characters are among our most popular services.
The company’s mission is to share a passion for sports by tailoring fun services and modern products to benefit everyone. To support the entire population, starting from early childhood, making physical development accessible to all.
Circus introduction workshops, face painting, balloon sculptures, and roaming characters are among our most popular services.
The company’s mission is to share a passion for sports by tailoring fun services and modern products to benefit everyone. To support the entire population, starting from early childhood, making physical development accessible to all.
Make-up artist
Stéphanie Maquille
October 26th and 27th
Come get your makeup done by our experienced makeup artists!
A passionate fantasy makeup artist, Stéphanie Maquille invites you to dive into a world of creativity during Étrange Carnaval. As an expert, she enchants you by making up young and old into true works of art. Express your style and join Stéphanie for a magical experience where each face becomes a canvas for her passion and talent!
Hat workshop and showcase
Musée Ambulant
October 26th and 27th
In a setting that will make you shiver, come and discover works that will certainly not leave you indifferent….
Under the curious gaze of little ghost fairies, make your own top hat and decorate it as you wish so that it lights up under the ultraviolet light. Free activity and open to all. Guaranteed fun for little monsters and adults alike!
Under the curious gaze of little ghost fairies, make your own top hat and decorate it as you wish so that it lights up under the ultraviolet light. Free activity and open to all. Guaranteed fun for little monsters and adults alike!
A small nomadic art museum, the Musée Ambulant travels the roads of Canada to bring art to its audiences, where they are. On tour to schools, seniors’ residences, festivals, day camps and daycares, the Musée brings workshops and festive exhibitions that promote greater accessibility to contemporary practices in visual arts and professions.
Partner program
Étrange Carnaval opening party
Café-Terrasse La Nouvelle-France
October 25th
Friendly night to celebrate the Étrange Carnaval’s opening
We invite you at 8PM for a friendly celebration to mark the opening of the 2024 edition of the Étrange Carnaval. A themed cocktail and bites will be served.
The Café-Terrasse La Nouvelle-France is a pleasant terrace in the heart of du Trésor street. Quebec specialties and varied menu.
The Café-Terrasse La Nouvelle-France team’s is happy to welcome you on their heated terrace to have a good time.
Night tour of the Ursuline's chapel
Pôle culturel du Monastère des Ursulines
October 25th and 26th
A rare opportunity to discover the Ursuline’s chapel in the dark
An opportunity not to be missed to discover the treasures found in the Ursulines chapel!
This special nighttime visit will allow you to admire in situ the oldest religious setting in Quebec, in addition to discussing the history of characters associated with the place and its importance for nuns.
This special nighttime visit will allow you to admire in situ the oldest religious setting in Quebec, in addition to discussing the history of characters associated with the place and its importance for nuns.
The Pôle Culturel du Monastère des Ursulines, a non-profit organization, manages the museum and its collections, in addition to looking after the historical and administrative archives of the community.
Mystery progressive dinner - Halloween special
CELEB'Événements
October 26th and 27th
Mystery dinner with discovery of restaurants in Vieux-Québec.
The Progressive Mystery Dinner takes place according to a specific schedule and is carried out independently in groups of 2 to 16 people.
Once booked, you will receive your departure point 48 hours before your event. Once there, a company manager will receive you and give you instructions to discover your menu stop by stop!
Price: $218 + tax and reservation fees / for 2 people.
The cost of the Mystery Progressive Dinner for two includes the aperitif, the three signature dishes, the three drinks served to accompany them, the sweet finale, as well as the tips associated with the service.
The signature menu remains at the discretion of the restaurateurs; you can choose between two dishes (including a vegetarian option) at each location.
Open to ages 18 and over.
Tip and service included.
Once booked, you will receive your departure point 48 hours before your event. Once there, a company manager will receive you and give you instructions to discover your menu stop by stop!
Price: $218 + tax and reservation fees / for 2 people.
The cost of the Mystery Progressive Dinner for two includes the aperitif, the three signature dishes, the three drinks served to accompany them, the sweet finale, as well as the tips associated with the service.
The signature menu remains at the discretion of the restaurateurs; you can choose between two dishes (including a vegetarian option) at each location.
Open to ages 18 and over.
Tip and service included.
Proud of more than 10 years of epicurean experience in Quebec City, our company is active in all the central districts of Quebec with, among other things, 15 epicurean courses per week!
Always stimulated by new concepts, it is with excitement that we developed this progressive mystery dinner as part of the Halloween celebrations in Old Quebec through the activities of the Étrange Carnaval.
On the menu, 4 restaurants, 4 dishes and 4 drinks and mystery!
Always stimulated by new concepts, it is with excitement that we developed this progressive mystery dinner as part of the Halloween celebrations in Old Quebec through the activities of the Étrange Carnaval.
On the menu, 4 restaurants, 4 dishes and 4 drinks and mystery!
Finding the Third Eye
Service d'animation Promas
October 26th and 27th
Family Halloween rallye
Who says Halloween, says trick-or-treating! But the task is not so simple when the witch Verrine Plantaire is around…
She challenges you! To be eligible for the reward, you will have to follow the trail of his third eye, which fled and is hiding nearby. This third eye is very special: it is the only one who knows the magic formula to open the chest full of treats. But just like his owner, he likes to play tricks… During the course, you will have to pass the tests given by other creatures in order to collect the clues that will help you elucidate the mystery. It’s up to you!
She challenges you! To be eligible for the reward, you will have to follow the trail of his third eye, which fled and is hiding nearby. This third eye is very special: it is the only one who knows the magic formula to open the chest full of treats. But just like his owner, he likes to play tricks… During the course, you will have to pass the tests given by other creatures in order to collect the clues that will help you elucidate the mystery. It’s up to you!
The mission of Service d’animation Promas is to help you create your dream ideas from scratch in terms of event animation. Looking for something simple to add a touch of fun to one of your events without wanting to break the hassle? Choose from their activities already ready to be deployed: murder & mystery, rallies, teambuilding activities, festive entertainment, youth, historical and more! On the contrary, do you want to set up personalized entertainment that will blend perfectly with your event? Contact them, explain your concept and that’s it!
Drag story time
Librairie Pantoute
October27th
10h30AM-11h30AM
10h30AM-11h30AM
Come participate to story time with the sensational Romain d’Aventures!
Librairie Pantoute invites you to a story time like no other!
The actress Sabrina Cloutier will lend her voice to Romain d’Aventure, an extraordinary storyteller who will read you scary stories… but not too much
On the menu: Halloween stories, candy and lots of fun! We are waiting for you with your little monsters at our Old Quebec branch on Sunday, October 27 from 10:30 a.m. for a Halloween that is as festive as it is literary
The actress Sabrina Cloutier will lend her voice to Romain d’Aventure, an extraordinary storyteller who will read you scary stories… but not too much
On the menu: Halloween stories, candy and lots of fun! We are waiting for you with your little monsters at our Old Quebec branch on Sunday, October 27 from 10:30 a.m. for a Halloween that is as festive as it is literary
