Discover these three activities at the Espace pour la vie museums
Published on June 22, 2026 • Attractions to discover
This summer, how about exploring astronomy, music and nature on a family outing? That’s just what the Planétarium, the Jardin botanique and the Insectarium have to offer. These three institutions are at the heart of Espace pour la vie, the largest natural science museum complex in Canada. Deeply committed to issues of sustainable development and inclusivity, Espace pour la vie will awaken your senses and pique your curiosity with three experiences that are sure to leave you awestruck!
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Our solar system’s secrets shine bright at the Planetarium
Get swept away by The Great Solar System Adventure, an immersive film authored by NSC Creative studio that has won international awards.
Designed for the whole family, this impressive journey is guided by The Great Schiaperelli who will take you to the heart of his Observatorium on a spatio-temporal adventure. From Mercury's burning surface to Pluto’s icy expanse, this spectacular odyssey will show you the wonders–and the dangers–of our solar system, all while reminding you of our planet's fragility.
A wonderful new offering not to be missed at the Planetarium!
Music and flowers in bloom will charm you at the Jardin botanique
A true urban oasis in the heart of the city, the Jardin botanique (Botanical Garden) invite you to a very musical summer gathering. From July 5 to August 23, 2026, at 2 p.m. on Sundays, the event The Arts Put on a Show at the Garden showcases local artists of various styles, in an intimate concert within a luxurious setting. This year, something new is on the program: four energetic musical performances specially designed for kids ages 4 to 8 will be presented from July 4 to 25, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
Also on the calendar, starting on June 24, 2026, the exhibit Brazen Blooms invites you to discover the seduction strategies of flowers through fascinating demonstrations. You can also contribute to Naked Flowers, a collaborative work that dives into their intimacy and celebrates their poetry.
Pollinators are the stars of the show at the Insectarium
From July 24 to 26, 2026, make your way to the Insectarium to celebrate pollinators at the 4th edition of Les Butineries – Pollinator Insects Festival. This festival offers three days of free family activities to better understand, protect and value these precious allies of biodiversity. You’ll discover what connects us to them and experience them up close. You’ll be in awe of their beauty and diversity in an urban context, all while learning about the importance of their role in our ecosystem.
From the monarch butterfly to the honey bee, not to mention the bumble bee, you'll never look at insects the same way again!
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