Fall Colours Festival
Events from August 25 to October 31, 2026
Discover the best fall colours festivals in Québec! Admire vibrant autumn landscapes and enjoy outdoor activities, seasonal events.
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Owl’s Head en couleurs
Venue: Owl's Head
City: Mansonville
Region: Eastern Townships
Event Dates: September 19 – October 12, 2026
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Owl’s Head
Admission: Free and Paid Activities
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists
Best For: Families, fall colours, outdoor enthusiasts, scenic views
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Partial
Related Attractions: Lake Memphremagog, Green Mountains
Nearby Activities: Hiking, Scenic Chairlift Rides, Golf, Outdoor Activities
Related Experiences: Fall Colours, Live Music, Family Activities, Local Food, Outdoor Sports
Nearby Accommodations: MTN Haus and Eastern Townships Accommodations
Weather Dependency: Partial
Celebrate fall at Owl’s Head during four themed weekends featuring family activities, outdoor sports, gourmet discoveries and country festivities. Enjoy hiking, scenic chairlift rides, live entertainment and spectacular views of Lake Memphremagog and the colourful landscapes of t...
Source Verification Date: August 25, 2026 VERIFIED
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Le Coloris automnal – Commission de la capitale nationale
Venue: Gatineau Park
City: Chelsea
Region: Outaouais
Event Dates: October 3 to october 12, 2026
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Colours / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Colours Event
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: National Capital Commission
Admission: Free
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists
Best For: Fall colours, hiking, nature, families, scenic drives
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Partial
Related Attractions: Gatineau Park, Pink Lake, Mackenzie King Estate, Champlain Lookout
Nearby Activities: Hiking, Cycling, Picnicking, Nature Observation
Related Experiences: Fall Colours, Scenic Lookouts, Nature Walks, Outdoor Recreation
Nearby Accommodations: Chelsea, Gatineau and Ottawa Accommodations
Weather Dependency: Yes
Discover spectacular fall colours throughout Canada’s Capital Region during the annual Fall Rhapsody. Gatineau Park is one of the premier destinations for enjoying the season, with hiking trails, scenic lookouts, picnic areas and opportunities to explore the region’s colourful na...
Source Verification Date: August 25, 2026 VERIFIED
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La Grande Virée des couleurs – Mont-Sainte-Anne
Venue: Mont-Sainte-Anne
City: Beaupré
Event Dates: September 19 – October 11, 2026
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Colours Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Mont-Sainte-Anne
Admission: Free and Paid Activities
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists
Best For: Families, fall colours, hiking, outdoor enthusiasts, scenic views
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Partial
Related Attractions: Jean-Larose Falls
Nearby Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Scenic Lift Rides
Related Experiences: Fall Colours, Family Entertainment, Outdoor Shows, Mountain Activities, Scenic Views
Nearby Accommodations: Beaupré and Côte-de-Beaupré Accommodations
Weather Dependency: Partial
Experience fall at Mont-Sainte-Anne during four colourful weekends of outdoor activities. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, scenic lift rides, family entertainment and outdoor shows while taking in spectacular autumn scenery in the Québec City region.
Source Verification Date: August 25, 2026 VERIFIED
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Festival des Couleurs Val Saint-Côme
Venue: Station touristique Val Saint-Côme
City: Saint-Côme
Region: Lanaudière
Event Dates: September 19 – October 12, 2026
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Colours Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Val Saint-Côme
Admission: Paid Activities / Additional Fees for Certain Activities
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists
Best For: Families, fall colours, hiking, outdoor activities
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Partial
Nearby Activities: Hiking, Chairlift Rides, Mountain Biking, Helicopter Tours, Yoga
Related Experiences: Fall Colours, Live Music, Outdoor Cinema, Local Artisans, Family Activities
Nearby Accommodations: Auberge Val Saint-Côme, Oxygen Chalets
Weather Dependency: Partial
Celebrate fall at Val Saint-Côme during four colourful weekends in the heart of Lanaudière. Enjoy mountain hiking, chairlift rides, family activities, outdoor games, live music, local artisans, outdoor cinema and spectacular autumn scenery.
Source Verification Date: August 25, 2026 VERIFIED
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Sommet Saint-Sauveur en couleurs
Venue: Sommet Saint-Sauveur
City: Saint-Sauveur
Region: Laurentians
Event Dates: September 19 – November 1, 2026, Friday to Sunday
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Colours Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Les Sommets
Admission: Free Site Admission / Paid Activities and Packages
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists
Best For: Families, fall colours, outdoor activities, scenic views
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Partial
Related Attractions: Parc F.U.N., La Place du Sommet
Nearby Activities: Hiking, Scenic Chairlift Rides, Mountain Biking, Minigolf, Alpine Coaster
Related Experiences: Fall Colours, Mountain Views, Family Activities, Live Entertainment, L’Odyssée du Viking
Nearby Accommodations: Saint-Sauveur Area Hotels and Accommodations
Weather Dependency: Partial
Experience the colours of fall at Sommet Saint-Sauveur in the Laurentians. Enjoy scenic chairlift rides, hiking trails, La Place du Sommet and its suspended walkways, Parc F.U.N., minigolf, mountain biking and family entertainment. As night falls, discover L’Odyssée du Viking, an...
Source Verification Date: August 25, 2026 VERIFIED
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Festival des couleurs – Ski Saint-Bruno
Venue: Ski Saint-Bruno
City: Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville
Region: Montérégie
Event Dates: September 26 – October 25, 2026 (weekends)
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Colours Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Ski Saint-Bruno
Admission: Paid and Free Activities – Hiking is free for ages 12 and under; paid options include hiking for ages 13+, chairlift access and multi-activity tickets
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists
Best For: Families, fall colours, hiking, outdoor activities
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Partial
Nearby Activities: Hiking, Chairlift Rides, Mountain Activities
Related Experiences: Fall Colours, Giant Games, Inflatable Games, Live Entertainment, Family Activities
Nearby Accommodations: Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville and South Shore Hotels
Weather Dependency: Partial
Celebrate fall at Ski Saint-Bruno during the Colours Festival, held on weekends from September 26 to October 25, 2026. Reach the summit on foot or by chairlift and admire spectacular fall colours and views toward Montréal. Each weekend features a different program of family activ...
Source Verification Date: August 25, 2026 VERIFIED
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Festival d’automne du Mont SUTTON
Venue: Mont SUTTON
City: Sutton
Region: Eastern Townships
Event Dates: September 19 – October 18, 2026
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Mont SUTTON
Admission: Free and Paid Activities
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists
Best For: Families, fall colours, outdoor enthusiasts, scenic views
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Partial
Related Attractions: Parc d’environnement naturel de Sutton, Brome-Missisquoi Wine Route
Nearby Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Chairlift Rides, Giant Zipline, Disc Golf, Local Wine Tastings
Related Experiences: Fall Colours, Outdoor Music, Mountain Adventures, Family Activities
Nearby Accommodations: Sutton Area Accommodations
Weather Dependency: Partial
Celebrate fall at Mont SUTTON over five colourful weekends featuring outdoor activities, hiking, mountain biking, scenic chairlift rides, a giant zipline, disc golf, outdoor music and family activities surrounded by the spectacular fall scenery of the Eastern Townships.
Source Verification Date: August 25, 2026 VERIFIED
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Festival des Couleurs du Fjord
Venue: Multiple venues in Saint-Félix-d'Otis, Rivière-Éternité, L'Anse-Saint-Jean and Petit-Saguenay
City: L'Anse-Saint-Jean / Rivière-Éternité / Saint-Félix-d'Otis / Petit-Saguenay
Region: The Fjord
Event Dates: October 2026 — dates to be confirmed
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Arts & Culture
Event Type: Fall Arts Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Festival des Couleurs du Fjord
Admission: Varies by activity and exhibition
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Art lovers, families, tourists, outdoor enthusiasts, culture lovers
Best For: Art exhibitions, fall colours, regional culture, scenic drives
Languages Offered: French
Accessibility: Varies by venue
Related Attractions: Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay, Mont-Édouard, L'Anse-Saint-Jean, Petit-Saguenay
Nearby Activities: Hiking, scenic drives, fjord viewpoints, village visits, whale watching
Nearby Metro Stations: None
Related Experiences: Fall Foliage, Québec Art, Fjord Landscapes, Cultural Tourism
Nearby Accommodations: Inns, cottages and hotels in the Bas-Saguenay
Weather Dependency: Partial
The Festival des Couleurs du Fjord brings together art, regional culture and the spectacular scenery of the Saguenay Fjord during the height of Québec's fall season. Rather than staying in one location, the experience unfolds across several Bas-Saguenay communities, with exhibiti...
Source Verification Date: August 10, 2026 VERIFIED
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Festival des couleurs de Rigaud
Venue: Parc Chartier-De Lotbinière
City: Rigaud
Region: Montérégie
Event Dates: October 10–12, 2026
Event Season: Fall
Recurring Event: Yes
Category: Fall Festival / Outdoor Activities
Event Type: Fall Festival
Frequency: Annual
Official Organizer: Corporation du Festival des couleurs de Rigaud
Admission: $5 + tax; free for ages 0–12
Recommended Visit Duration: Half Day to Full Day
Audience: Families, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists, local food lovers
Best For: Fall colours, hiking, family activities, local products and live entertainment
Languages Offered: French, English
Accessibility: Varies by activity and location
Related Attractions: Mont Rigaud, Sentiers de L’Escapade, Parc Chartier-De Lotbinière
Nearby Activities: Hiking, fall foliage viewing, artisan market, food market, family activities, outdoor shows
Nearby Metro Stations: None
Related Experiences: Fall Foliage, Thanksgiving Weekend, Québec Outdoors, Local Flavours
Nearby Accommodations: Vaudreuil-Soulanges inns, hotels and cottages
Weather Dependency: Yes
At Parc Chartier-De Lotbinière, the Festival des couleurs brings together live performances, local culinary discoveries, artisans, family entertainment and outdoor activities in a festive atmosphere. It’s the perfect outing to combine nature, culture, local flavours and the joys ...
Source Verification Date: August 10, 2026 VERIFIED
Tip: Many festivals offer free activities, outdoor concerts and family programming. Check official websites for full schedules and ticket information.
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