This summer, hit the road to discover Quebec… in a whole new way. Across the province, local creators are transforming forests, downtown areas, museums, and historic sites into places of exploration where digital technology brings captivating stories to life. Whether you’re a fan of virtual reality, nighttime tours, interactive installations, or multimedia shows, these experiences promise to make every one of your getaways a memorable one.
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Are you planning a getaway to Montreal instead? Be sure to check outour selection of the best digital and immersive experiences to enjoy in the city this summer. From exhibitions to virtual reality, interactive installations, and multimedia shows, the city is brimming with activities to explore.
Capital Region
Jeu d’exploration – La vieille ville de Québec
Adventure City Games
The fortifications, public squares, and narrow streets of Old Quebec become the setting for an interactive adventure where each puzzle reveals a new facet of the capital’s history. Part treasure hunt, part urban scavenger hunt, this tour invites you to explore iconic sites from a fresh perspective while having fun solving the challenges along the way.
Immersion Quebec
What if you could witness the defining moments that shaped Québec City? Thanks to virtual reality, this attraction transports you to the heart of various pivotal eras before extending the experience with an interactive tour dedicated to the city’s evolution. It’s a captivating way to revisit more than 400 years of history without ever leaving Old Québec.
Onhwa’ Lumina
Moment Factory in collaboration with the Huron-Wendat Nation
In Wendake, the forest comes alive to the rhythm of the Huron-Wendat Nation’s stories. This nighttime walk transports visitors into a world where light, music, and nature come together to tell the story of a heritage passed down through generations. A contemplative experience that celebrates the land, traditions, and the bonds that unite all living beings.
Aura
Moment Factory
The walls of Saint-Roch Church become the canvas for a monumental creation where images, music, and architecture blend into a single experience. After discovering the building’s history through an interactive app, let yourself be swept away by a performance that transforms this historic site into a truly living work of art.
L’horizon de Khéops
Infinity Experiences (Studio PHI) and Excurio
Travel back more than 4,500 years and discover Ancient Egypt as if you were actually there. This virtual reality adventure lets you explore the pyramids, sail down the Nile, and meet the people who lived in one of history’s most fascinating civilizations. It’s a rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the builders of the Great Pyramid of Giza.
Résonances. Entre elles et nous
CIRCUM Architecture, paysages studio, Studio Alinéa
The Monastère des Augustines offers a moving encounter with the legacy of the nuns who shaped the history of healthcare in Quebec. This artistic production blends images, sounds, and personal accounts to provide a moment of reflection in which memory, the passing down of traditions, and humanity take center stage.
Charlevoix
Cité Mémoire Charlevoix
4D Art
The cliffs, villages, and landscapes of Charlevoix serve as the backdrop for a sweeping open-air narrative created by Lemieux Pilon 4D Art. Through a combination of projections, audio content, and augmented reality, this walking tour brings to life the characters, legends, and events that have shaped the region. An invitation to discover Charlevoix in a new way, at your own pace.
Mauricie
L’expérience planète énergie
Normal Studio
At the Cité de l’énergie, the Shawinigan hydroelectric power plant serves as the starting point for a spectacular show that tells the story of electricity through a breathtaking production. Throughout the evening, monumental images, music, and narration come together to illustrate how this invisible force has transformed Quebec. An event that reimagines industrial heritage from a decidedly contemporary perspective.
ilia
Cité de l’énergie and MATIÈRS
Presented at the Québecor Amphitheater, *ilia* takes the audience on an adventure where the performing arts and digital creation intertwine. Performance, music, projections, and visual effects come together to tell a story steeped in poetry and emotion. A production that showcases the full potential of new forms of storytelling.
Au travail!
TKNL
Step into the daily lives of the workers who helped build Shawinigan and its industry. Through archival materials, personal accounts, and interactive exhibits, this tour gives a voice to the women and men who shaped the city. It’s a wonderful way to rediscover Quebec’s industrial heritage from a deeply human perspective.
Premier shift
Boréalis
Downtown Trois-Rivières serves as the backdrop for a digital walking tour where each stop reveals a piece of its industrial history. Guided by your smartphone, let yourself be captivated by stories, archival footage, and interactive content that bring the city’s iconic landmarks to life as you stroll through the area.
Espace POP Nostalgie ’90
Musée POP
Step back in time to the era of video game consoles, music videos, cult TV shows, and items that defined an entire generation. Through memories, new discoveries, and interactive installations, this exhibition at the POP Museum transports visitors back to the colorful world of the 1990s with a healthy dose of nostalgia.
Centre-du-Québec
Village parallèle
Moment Factory, Village québécois d’antan
As night falls, the Village Québécois d’antan leaves its historical setting behind and enters a world where reality and imagination intertwine. The streets, buildings, and landscapes are transformed through a series of artistic installations that invite visitors to rediscover the site from an entirely new perspective. A stroll where every turn holds its own share of surprises.
Avant de perdre le fil
Moulin à laine d’Ulverton
The Moulin à laine d’Ulverton brings its history to life through augmented reality. As they follow the tour, visitors see the crafts, machines, and people who brought this former factory to life for generations come back to life. It’s a unique way to discover Quebec’s textile heritage while exploring an exceptional site.
Estrie
Foresta Lumina
Moment Factory
When the sun sets over Coaticook Gorge Park, the forest transforms into a world populated by fantastical characters and legendary creatures. Along a trail stretching more than two kilometers, each stop reveals a new scene where imagination blends with nature. A nighttime walk that has been delighting children and adults alike for over ten years.
ObservÉtoiles
Au Diable Vert
What if the constellations came to life right before your eyes? Seated in a natural amphitheater at the heart of a dark-sky reserve, visitors explore the universe alongside an astronomer using an augmented reality headset. The stars, planets, and major celestial features are revealed in an experience that completely transforms the way we observe the night sky.
Radcliff
Traces et souvenances, Mirari
In Kingsbury, an interactive tour invites visitors to explore the village through a narrative that blends local history and fiction. Armed with a mobile device, visitors discover the area in a whole new way as they embark on an adventure filled with digital content and surprises. It’s the perfect activity for experiencing the area’s heritage in a fun and engaging way.
Laurentides
Tonga Lumina
Moment Factory
A mysterious legend comes to life when the ski lifts at Mont Tremblant close. Guided by a strange melody, visitors explore the mountain at night through a series of scenes that transform the landscape into a fantastical world. Set between the sky and the forest, this adventure invites you to rediscover the mountain in a whole new light.
Lumière Festival
Saint-Jérôme
For a few evenings, downtown Saint-Jérôme transforms into a true open-air gallery. Light installations, projections, and digital creations take over public spaces to create an experience accessible to everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the city in a festive atmosphere where art comes to life around every corner.
Lanaudière
Allégeance, illuminations
Maison Antoine-Lacombe Cultural Center
At Maison Antoine-Lacombe, nightfall marks the beginning of a journey where heritage and contemporary art come together. The buildings and gardens serve as a setting for a work that sensitively reimagines the site’s history. A stroll that invites visitors to take the time to see this iconic regional site in a new light.
Réalité virtuelle au Musée Maison Louis-Cyr
Maison Louis-Cyr, Synop6
How did the world’s strongest man feel before stepping onto the stage? This virtual reality experience lets you relive some of the defining moments in Louis Cyr’s life by placing you right in the heart of the action. It’s a unique addition to your museum visit that offers a deeper understanding of the man behind the legend.
Rose Gazon
Repentigny
Public spaces are becoming playgrounds where digital art becomes part of everyday life. As they explore the various installations, visitors of all ages are invited to interact with the artworks, pause, and rediscover their surroundings from a new perspective. An artistic initiative that fosters connection, curiosity, and wonder.
L’École Buissonnière
Sodam, Art Share, Mascouche
The Domaine seigneurial de Mascouche opens the doors to a world where heritage sparks the imagination. Through a journey punctuated by interactive exhibits and digital installations, this exhibition offers a visit that appeals to families as well as history and culture enthusiasts.
Montérégie
Stratera
XYZ Technologies
In Sorel-Tracy, the Lake Saint-Pierre archipelago serves as the starting point for an adventure that unfolds both indoors and outdoors. After discovering the region’s landscapes and ecosystems under the immersive dome, extend the experience with the interactive trail that guides you as you explore the islands. It’s a wonderful way to gain a deeper understanding of one of Quebec’s most biodiverse regions.
Manuvie Theater
Dix30
The Manuvie Theater offers a new way to experience live performances thanks to its massive projection dome. Completely enveloped by images and sound, the audience finds itself at the heart of works that blur the boundaries between film, digital arts, and live performance. A one-of-a-kind venue that promises a spectacular immersive experience, no matter the program.
Laval
H₂Origin
Laser Quantum
All summer long, Centropolis Laval is transformed into a cosmos-inspired world where water, light, and sound bring to life a sensory adventure created by Laser Quantum. Interactive installations, hands-on experiences, and a water show invite visitors of all ages to enjoy an outing that’s just as captivating by day as it is by night.
Virtual Missions
Cosmodome
Want to explore space, the oceans, or imaginary worlds? Virtual Missions offers a series of virtual reality adventures where each scenario takes participants into a new universe. It’s the perfect activity for enjoying spectacular experiences that would be impossible in the real world.
Outaouais
Napoléon – L’épopée immersive
Sandora, Experiences Infinity (Studio PHI)
The Canadian Museum of History explores the life of Napoleon Bonaparte through an exhibition in which monumental images, soundscapes, and archival materials come together to tell the story of the French emperor’s rise to power. This experience offers a chance to rediscover this historical figure from a decidedly contemporary perspective.
Le Sentier culturel de Gatineau
BaladoDécouverte
The streets of Gatineau serve as the guiding thread for a walking tour where heritage, public art, and local stories unfold right on your smartphone. From one stop to the next, this interactive tour reveals places that are sometimes overlooked and tells the stories that have shaped the city over time.
Oniro: À quoi rêve les animaux
Omega Park, H2Emotions, 4D Art
Who hasn’t wondered at some point: What do animals dream about? Michel Lemieux imagines an answer through sound and light at the heart of an immersive journey through Omega Park. Featuring an all-star cast including Guylaine Tremblay, Paul Ahmarani, Eveline Gélinas, and many others, this poetic experience lasts about 60 minutes and tells the story of a she-wolf searching for her lost cub.
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
St-Jean-Vianney aux pieds d’argile
Balado Boréale, Arvida History Center
The history of Saint-Jean-Vianney comes to life in this exhibition, which traces the events that forever shaped this Saguenay community. Through a carefully curated presentation combining archival materials, personal accounts, and digital displays, visitors discover a defining chapter in Quebec’s history from a perspective that is both human and poignant.
Origine
Ermitage Saint-Antoine du Lac-Bouchette, MATIÈRS
Against the majestic backdrop of the Scala Santa at the Ermitage Saint-Antoine, light, music, and projections come together to offer a poetic reinterpretation of our heritage. This performance highlights the site’s architecture while inviting the audience to reflect on the bonds that unite communities, nature, and the local landscape.
Saint-Félicien Planetarium
Saint-Félicien Planetarium
The Saint-Félicien Planetarium offers a journey of discovery through the universe via a film shown in a 360° immersive dome, a virtual reality experience, an astronomical observatory, and several educational exhibits. This activity allows visitors of all ages to explore the mysteries of the sky and astronomy.
Plancton Odyssée
CREO, Musée du Fjord
Although invisible to the naked eye, plankton plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of the oceans. This adventure takes visitors into a fascinating microscopic world to help them better understand these organisms that support the entire marine food chain. An astonishing journey of discovery that changes the way we view aquatic ecosystems.
ÉCHO, la mémoire des pierres
Trou de Fée Cave Park, TKNL
Set in a natural amphitheater carved directly into the granite of the Canadian Shield, this immersive experience combines a 360° film, sound effects, and lighting effects to recount the major events that have shaped the landscape and history of Trou de la Fée Park.
Eau, son et lumière
Saint-Félicien
In Saint-Félicien, Sacré-Cœur Park becomes the setting for a show where water features, music, and projections come together to create a vibrant evening. It’s a community-building event that offers a unique way to enjoy summer evenings.
Gaspé Peninsula–Magdalen Islands
Nova Lumina
Moment Factory
A strange energy from the stars seems to have found a home in Chandler Forest. As visitors follow the trail of this mysterious phenomenon, they pass through a series of scenes where light, sound, and the landscape come together to create a nighttime adventure full of surprises. An outing that will appeal to families and nature enthusiasts alike.
URA : La célébration de l’eau
Napaga Space, XYZ Technologies
Deep in the forest, Lamia guides visitors along the Water Trail, a walk punctuated by eight stations where imagination meets the natural elements. At each stop, a new story reveals the connections between water, wildlife, plants, and people. A poetic experience that invites you to see this essential resource in a new light.
Partez en mer!
Musée de la Gaspésie et Idées au cube
Embark on an adventure that offers a glimpse into the daily lives of Gaspé fishermen and fisherwomen. Through dynamic exhibits and interactive displays, this tour provides a deeper understanding of the realities of the trade and the deep connection that binds coastal communities to the river and the sea.
Cap au Large – Expérience 4D
XYZ Technologies
The wind, the sea spray, and the boat’s motion make it feel as though you’re setting out to sea without ever leaving dry land. This multisensory experience recreates the sensations of a sea excursion and allows you to appreciate the spectacular landscapes of the Gaspé Peninsula from a unique perspective.
Delta Matanie
Cube Noir
Situated between a river and a large river, the Matane Delta is home to remarkable biodiversity. This experience invites you to explore this natural environment through a series of interactive features that highlight the species, landscapes, and ecosystems that characterize this stretch of Quebec’s coastline.
Côte-Nord
Rêveries des profondeurs
Parcs Canada and Centre de découverte du milieu marin des Escoumins
Let yourself be swept away by a production that takes you beneath the surface of the St. Lawrence River to encounter the whales and marine life of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park. Images, sounds, and narration come together to create a contemplative journey that highlights the richness of this exceptional environment.
This itinerary is the result of research conducted by the XN Québec team. If you have any immersive experiences to add, please feel free to email us at communications@xnquebec.co.
This text was written with the help of ChatGPT.