Things to do with kids: family outing ideas

Surprise chocolate-pumpkin workshop

Choco Chocolat

Oct 24, 2026

Create a chocolate pumpkin at Choco Chocolat in Joliette. The Citrouille surprise workshop is listed for October 24 at 1 pm, for ages 8 and up. Listed price: $45. Reserve and check availability with the chocolate shop.

Le Jardin des citrouilles

Jardin Moore

Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026

A gentle Halloween trail at Jardin Moore, with characters and little surprises for ages 0–8. October 17, 18, 24 and 25 in Mascouche. Choose a departure time through the ticket office for this family outing.

Productions Boo — little children’s route

Les Productions Boo

Oct 30, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026

Les Productions Boo offers a separate area for little children in Terrebonne, October 30–November 1, 6–9 pm. Choose the children’s route; the main haunted route is scarier. Confirm access conditions. The organizer states that visitors may be filmed.

Ferme Guy Rivest’s Grand Labyrinthe

Ferme Guy Rivest

Explore the Grand Labyrinthe at Ferme Guy Rivest in Rawdon. The Apprenti docteur puzzle is for ages 4–8; ages 13 and under must be accompanied. October brings Halloween decorations without scare actors. Open September–October, Wednesday–Sunday, weather permitting; check the day’s hours.

Halloween in the pedestrian village

Tremblant

Oct 31, 2026

Come in costume to Tremblant’s pedestrian village on October 31, 10 am–3 pm. Families can enjoy entertainment, face painting and candy stations. The event is free; treats are available while supplies last.

Pick a pumpkin at Les Citrouillards

Les Citrouillards

Choose a pumpkin at Les Citrouillards in Saint-Eustache and explore the farm’s play activities. Share an autumn outing as a family. Check the calendar, tickets and included activities before visiting.

Citrouilleville — the pumpkin village

Citrouilleville

Sep 12, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026

Explore Citrouilleville with the family in Saint-Zotique. The 2026 season is listed September 12–November 1, on dates available in the booking calendar. Buy tickets online; there are no ticket sales at the gate. Choose your day and check visit conditions.

Halloween maze for little ones

Verger Labonté

Oct 31, 2026

On October 31, Verger Labonté offers its Halloween activity for young children, with characters and a magic-potion activity, in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot. Check times and tickets with the organizer. The October 30 horror program is a separate event for ages 13 and up.

Pumpkin picking in Beauport

Ferme Bédard Blouin

Choose a pumpkin together at Ferme Bédard Blouin. Picking starts September 19, daily from 9 am to 4:30 pm, until October 31 at the latest. Harvest and weather may shorten the season. Site access is free; pumpkins cost extra.

Pumpkin picking at Ferme Cossette

Ferme Jocelyn Cossette

Head to the pumpkin patch at Ferme Jocelyn Cossette in Saint-Narcisse for a family outing, with children’s play activities. Open on October weekends; check hours, prices and harvest availability with the farm.

Family pumpkin picking at Éco des Champs

Ferme Éco des Champs

Discover pumpkin picking at Ferme Éco des Champs in Gatineau’s Aylmer sector. The farm also offers animals and play areas for families. Available dates depend on the harvest, so check opening days and prices before your autumn visit.

The Halloween Ball

Jeunesses Musicales Canada

Oct 31, 2026

Music and dance come together at Jeunesses Musicales Canada’s Halloween Ball, at Salle Joseph-Rouleau on October 31, at 10 am and 11:30 am. This 55-minute French-language activity has versions for ages 3–6 and 7–12. Choose the session suited to your family.

After dark at Stewart Hall

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Oct 16, 2026

Discover Stewart Hall by flashlight and hear spooky local stories on October 16, 6:30–8 pm. For children aged 6–12 with an adult. This bilingual activity is free; reservation required.

Family Halloween Day

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Oct 25, 2026

Games and crafts await families at Olive-Urquhart Sports Centre on October 25, 11 am–3 pm. Celebrate Halloween in Pointe-Claire. Check the program for access details; some food costs extra.

Art workshop — spiders and scorpions

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Oct 25, 2026

Create art inspired by spiders and scorpions at Stewart Hall on October 25, 1:30–3 pm. For ages 6–12 with an adult. This bilingual workshop is free; reservation required.

The witches’ dance

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Oct 30, 2026

A witches’ dance is announced at Pointe-Claire Central Library on October 30 at 3:15 pm, as part of the family Halloween program. Check participation details and age recommendations with the library.

Halloween storytime at Valois

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Oct 31, 2026

Halloween storytime for ages 2–5 at Valois Library on October 31. English session at 9:45 am and French session at 11 am. For library members; check registration requirements.

Zombie makeup

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Oct 31, 2026

Get ready for a zombie transformation on October 31, 1–3 pm, at Pointe-Claire Central Library. For library members aged 0–17, with registration. Bilingual activity; bring old clothes to decorate. Choose makeup suited to your child’s comfort level.

The zombie walk

Ville de Pointe-Claire

Oct 31, 2026

Come in costume for Pointe-Claire’s zombie walk on October 31 at 3 pm, starting at the Central Library. A free bilingual activity for all ages. Some costumes may frighten sensitive children.

Halloween in Cap-Rouge

Ville de Québec

Oct 24, 2026

A Halloween celebration for children and their families at Parc Provancher on October 24, starting at 4 pm. Admission is free. Check the municipal program and confirm the closing time before visiting.

Halloween at the Moulin — games and crafts

Moulin des Jésuites

Oct 24, 2026

Moulin des Jésuites offers riddles and crafts for ages 4–6, and Werewolf games and crafts for ages 7–12. October 24 sessions are listed at 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm. Free; check which session suits your child’s age.

La Mascarade de l’Halloween

Promenade de la rue Racine

Oct 24, 2026

Rue Racine in Loretteville becomes a family Halloween celebration on October 24, 4:30–8:30 pm. Enjoy street activities with participating local businesses. The event is free; check the official program.

Abracadabra — treasure hunt

Plaines d’Abraham

Set off on Abracadabra’s self-guided treasure hunt on the Plains of Abraham, October 1–November 8. Recommended for ages 5–10, taking about 75 minutes. Pick up the $13 activity bag at the museum, designed for two children. The route is not fully accessible to visitors with reduced mobility.

The grand witches’ ball

Municipalité de Rivière-Beaudette

Oct 31, 2026

Parc de la Clairière hosts Le grand bal des sorcières on October 31, 4:30–7:30 pm. A family celebration in Rivière-Beaudette with characters and light performances. Check the municipal program and participation details.

Sew a Halloween character

Ville de Rigaud

Oct 10, 2026

Sew a Halloween character on October 10, 1–2:30 pm, at Rigaud Library, 102 Rue Saint-Pierre. Free workshop for ages 7–12, with materials included. Residents and non-residents are welcome. Register by October 9 at 4:30 pm, subject to availability.

Spooky robots — creative workshop

Ruche d’art du Bic / Marché public

Oct 31, 2026

Ruche d’art du Bic offers Spooky Robots at Rimouski Public Market on October 31, at Parc de la Gare. The market runs 10 am–2 pm; confirm the workshop’s exact time and participation details. A creative family Halloween activity.

Costumed storytime — Lisette-Morin

Ville de Rimouski

Oct 31, 2026

Come in costume for Halloween storytime at Lisette-Morin Library in Rimouski on October 31 at 10 am. A free children’s activity; check participation details with the library.

Halloween storytelling and crafts with Joana

Heritage Lower Saint Lawrence

Oct 17, 2026

Enjoy English-language stories and crafts with Joana in Rimouski on October 17, 10–11:30 am. Usually aimed at ages 6–8, with other ages welcome. An adult must stay with their child. Confirm the venue and registration with Heritage Lower Saint Lawrence.

Les Défis Monstrueux

Bibliothèque municipale / Journées de la culture

Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 26, 2026

Three family puzzle stations await in the musical park beside Dolbeau-Mistassini’s library. An adventure designed not to scare. September 25, 9:30 am–noon and 1–4 pm; September 26, 1–4:30 pm. No reservation required.

Halloween costume evening at MAPP

MAPP

Oct 23, 2026

MAPP invites families to a costume evening on October 23, 6:30–8:30 pm, at 3511 Rue de Rouen in Montréal. Listed price: $2 per person aged 2 and up. Check registration and membership requirements with the organization.

Little Monsters Masquerade

Marché des trouvailles locales

Oct 24, 2026

Wear your costumes for a family outing at Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles on October 24, 10 am–5 pm. Children can enjoy face painting and a candy hunt through the stalls at Marché des trouvailles locales. At 345 Boulevard Sainte-Rose, Laval. Check participation details and prices with the organizer.

Little Monsters Carnival

Ville de Châteauguay

Oct 31, 2026

Celebrate Halloween with the family on October 31, 11 am–3 pm, at Agora Châteauguay, 75 Boulevard Maple. Children can enjoy pumpkin crafts, games, face painting, entertainment and colourful characters. Admission is free. Wear your costumes and check the city’s programme before your visit.

The Halloween Ball — Saint-Jérôme

Ville de Saint-Jérôme / Jeunesses Musicales Canada

Oct 30, 2026

Dance together to Halloween musical classics with Jeunesses Musicales Canada. October 30, 6:30–7:30 pm, at Bibliothèque Marie-Antoinette-Foucher, 101 Place du Curé-Labelle. Fantastic animals, witches and enchanted creatures bring this family show to life. Register through biblio.vsj.ca and check participation requirements with the library.

Little Monsters Night

Centre communautaire Saint-Pierre

Oct 23, 2026

A Halloween evening for ages 5–12 with Jujube and Tigrou: crafts, a candy hunt, bingo, sensory bins, potions and games. October 23, 6:30–9:30 pm, at Centre communautaire Saint-Pierre, 575 Rue Saint-Alfred. Advertised price: $10 for the first child and $8 for the second child from the same family. Booking required; costumes welcome.

A monstrous Halloween family day

Maison de la culture Mercier

Oct 25, 2026

On October 25, 10 am–5 pm, Maison de la culture and Bibliothèque Mercier celebrate Halloween at 8105 Rue Hochelaga. Costume contest throughout the day, an insect workshop at 1:30–2:30 pm (ages 8–13), Vartek the character at 2–3 pm, and the Bêtes de fête costume ball at 3–4 pm (ages 4+ with family). Check tickets, registration and prices for each activity with the organizer.

Rosemont’s haunted alley gets cinematic

La Ruelle Hantée de Rosemont

Oct 31, 2026

On October 31 from 5 pm, explore Rosemont’s haunted alley, transformed by neighbourhood residents around a horror-cinema theme. Free entry on Rue Saint-Zotique between Garnier and Fabre. Costumes welcome. The trail is accessible to families, but some scenes and surprises may frighten younger children. Children must remain under adult supervision.

Family Halloween at Paragon

Salles Paragon et Clinique Xperianz

Oct 31, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026

On October 31 from 7:30 pm, enjoy dinner, a DJ, entertainment, dancing and costume contests for children and adults at Salle Paragon, 1833 Boulevard Curé-Labelle, Laval. The evening is advertised until 2 am on November 1. Meal included: $110 per adult and $55 per child aged 10 or under. The organizers describe it as a fundraiser in collaboration with Leucan. Book with them.

Frayeur Ville — the family zone

Api’Halloween

Oct 31, 2026

On October 31, explore Frayeur Ville’s family Halloween display in Sainte-Marie-Salomé. Api’Halloween announces thrills, laughs and surprises for children and adults. Confirm hours and access before visiting: the event header says 4 pm, while the organizer’s artwork says 6–9 pm. Check prices with the organizer.

Halloween Festival — Jardinerie Villeneuve

Jardinerie Villeneuve

Oct 24, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026

On October 24 and 25, visit Jardinerie Villeneuve at 951 Rang de la Presqu’Île, L’Assomption. The announced family programme includes pumpkin decorating, candy distribution and a walk along the trails. October 24 is listed as 9 am–4 pm; check Sunday hours, prices and workshop requirements with the garden centre.

Little Halloween Treasures

Service des Loisirs Angus-Bourbonnière

Oct 10, 2026

On October 10, 2–3 pm, children create a Halloween-themed craft with different materials and take their little treasure home. A free workshop by Service des Loisirs Angus-Bourbonnière at 5350 Rue Lafond, 2nd floor, Montréal. Register at slabrosemont.org or 514 903-7522. Confirm suitable ages when booking.

La chasse au costume — Café La Récré

Café La Récré

Oct 25, 2026

On October 25, 10–11 am, help Madame Culotte find her costume in La chasse au costume, presented by Théâtre des Chemise. An adventure with songs, riddles and quirky characters for ages 2–7. At 1400 Chemin d’Oka, Deux-Montagnes. Apple juice or applesauce included. Check tickets and conditions with Café La Récré.

Autumn and Halloween family yoga in Laval

Yoga & Bien-être pour tous

Oct 25, 2026

On October 25, 11 am–noon, enjoy yoga poses, movement games, breathing, duo challenges and relaxation with Gaëlle Cosnuau. At 4610 Boulevard Arthur-Sauvé, Laval. Designed for ages 5–11; younger siblings from the same family are also welcome. Advertised price: $25 for one or two parents with their children. Bring mats and water; costumes welcome. Book with the organizer.

Decorate a Halloween cupcake

La Halte Boréale Café et Boutique

Oct 11, 2026

On October 11, decorate a large chocolate cupcake with three colours of buttercream, candy and gummies at La Halte Boréale, 2875 Boulevard Curé-Labelle, Prévost. All ages, with a parent or accompanying adult throughout. The organizer’s artwork lists 1 pm and $14.99 per child; confirm the time when booking, as the Facebook header says 1 am. Register at lahalteboreale.ca.

Decorate a pumpkin at the library

Ville de Mascouche

Oct 3, 2026

On October 3, 2–3 pm, children aged 6–12 decorate a pumpkin at Bibliothèque Bernard-Patenaude, 3015 Avenue des Ancêtres, Mascouche. Their creations will then be displayed at the library for a voting contest. Register online through the municipal event link. Check availability, prices and participation details with the library.

Adventure in the corn maze

Ferme Michel Lauzon

Choose the small Snow White route or the larger Chasse-galerie maze at Ferme Michel Lauzon. Children explore with adult supervision. Open on September and October 2026 weekends, plus October 12, with last entry at 4 pm. Check weather-related closures before heading out.

Pick your pumpkin in the field

Ferme Michel Lauzon

Head into the field at Ferme Michel Lauzon to choose a pumpkin. Wheelbarrows are available to carry your harvest. Pumpkins are charged separately according to size. Check picking hours and harvest availability with the farm.

A treetop adventure for little explorers

Arbre Mirabel

Arbre Mirabel’s Tout-Petits course offers a 30-minute adventure for ages 3–6. Children must reach 1.20 m with their arms raised. An adult supervises from the ground. Check access requirements, seasonal availability and booking details.

Meet the miniature horses

Mini chevaux Mirabel

Share a 70-minute family workshop with Mini chevaux Mirabel. Children aged 2+ meet miniature horses with an adult. This is an encounter and workshop, with no horseback riding. Book with the organizer and check package conditions.