Feeling Olympic fever? Check out 13 sports events to scratch that itch in Quebec

The Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina officially kick off on February 6, 2026—and even if you’re not heading to Italy this winter, you don’t have to miss out!

Quebec hosts dozens of sporting events and competitions that you can watch (and even take part in!), sometimes for free, giving you a taste of the Olympic spirit right here in our beautiful province.

Find your favourite sport below and mark the dates on your winter calendar!

Freestyle skiing

For the fifth year in a row, on January 6 and 7, 2026, the Centre de ski Le Relais in Lac-Beauport, just 20 minutes from Québec City, will welcome the world’s top freestyle aerial skiers as part of a Freestyle FIS Aerials World Cup event. It’s a great chance to cheer on Canadian athletes as the Olympics approach!

A few days later, the Val Saint-Côme ski resort, located in Lanaudière about 120 kilometres from Montreal, will host the Freestyle FIS Moguls World Cup, featuring local talent Gabriel Dufresne and Mikaël Kingsbury, nine-time FIS Moguls World Champion. Both competition evenings, on January 9 and 10, 2026, are free to attend.

Figure skating

From January 5 to 11, 2026, the ice at the Slush Puppie Centre in Gatineau, near Ottawa, will come alive with the Canadian National Skating Championships. The country’s top junior and senior skaters will showcase their skills in singles, pairs, ice dance and synchronized skating.

Cross-country skiing

North America’s oldest cross-country ski event is back in the Montebello region on February 6, 7 and 8, 2026! Held about a one-hour drive from Ottawa, the Canadian Ski Marathon offers a unique experience on a classic trail groomed just once a year for the event, where each skier can choose their own challenge, with distances ranging from 15 to 160 kilometres.

Closer to the nation’s capital, the Gatineau Loppet — Canada’s only Worldloppet event — will take place from February 13 to 15, 2026, at Gatineau Park. Part of an international circuit that brings together the 19 most prestigious cross-country ski races in the world, the event draws elite skiers and enthusiasts alike.

Then, from March 9 to 14, 2026, more than 800 athletes will take over the trails of Mont-Sainte-Anne, about 30 minutes from Québec City, for the 98th edition of the Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals. Another major competition not to be missed!

Ice hockey

Hockey fans, head to Québec City’s Centre Vidéotron for the International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament. From February 11 to 22, 2026, thousands of 11- and 12-year-olds will compete to defend their team’s colours. And who knows — you might even catch a future NHL star in action!

Short track speed skating

On March 13, 14 and 15, 2026, the ISU Short Track World Championships will stop at Montréal’s Maurice-Richard Arena, where the fastest skaters in the world will push their limits in pursuit of gold and a place in history. This is your chance to cheer on Canadian athletes during a weekend of pure intensity that promises to get the crowd on its feet!

Snowboarding

Shred the North, a series featuring Canada’s major snowboarding events, will make two stops in Quebec next March—and both are free to attend!

First, on March 14 and 15, 2026, Légendes du Nord returns to Val-Saint-Côme for a second edition, featuring FIS Alpine Snowboard World Cup competitions and the sport’s top athletes in a thrilling, action-packed setting.

Then, from March 26 to 28, 2026, the fourth edition of Bataille Royale will take over Mont-Sainte-Anne with two Snowboard Cross World Cup starts. With fast descents and thrilling races, it promises three days of nonstop excitement!

Multi-sports

Why stick to just one sport when you can watch—or take part in—several?

From February 13 to 15, 2026, head to the beloved Charlevoix region for the Virée nordique. Combining competitive events and family-friendly activities, this year’s program includes a ski marathon, a running race along the St. Lawrence River, a cross-country ski course set in a spectacular valley (extended to two days in 2026), a triathlon for school kids, a nighttime snowshoe hike and an all-new skate-ski challenge.

In Québec City, the Pentathlon des neiges — the largest winter multi-sport event in the world — will welcome enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Competing solo, in relays, in tandems or in teams of 3 to 5, participants will move through disciplines without stopping the clock: cycling, snowshoeing, skating, cross-country skiing and running. This popular event will take place from February 14 to 22, 2026, on the Plains of Abraham.

And to top it all off, Blainville, on Montreal’s North Shore, will host the 60th Jeux du Québec finals. From February 27 to March 7, 2026, nearly 3,000 athletes aged 12 to 17 from across the province will take part in an intense week of competition featuring winter classics like curling, figure skating, cross-country skiing and hockey, as well as indoor sports such as gymnastics, weightlifting, taekwondo and fencing. It’s a unique opportunity to see the next generation of athletes in action!

For fun: Olympic disciplines you can try yourself!

Want to feel like an Olympian without the competitive pressure? There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy sports just for the fun of it!

Surrounded by 300 acres of forest perfect for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, Fairmont Le Château Montebello also offers guests free daily curling clinics, as well as the chance to rent a curling sheet for a game with family or friends.

Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary activity? Head to the only place in Quebec where you can try snow bobsleigh: Domaine des Pays d’en Haut in the Laurentians. This one-of-a-kind ride promises a serious adrenaline rush!

Sliding enthusiasts will also love alpine luging. Mont Radar, just an hour from Québec City, offers two runs for different skill levels — one perfect for young families, and another for adventurers at heart, accessible to ages 14 and up.

⛷️ Caught the Olympic fever? Check out even more winter sporting events happening across Quebec!