Surprising activities... and they're free!

Shows for young and old

Magical family moments

Summer is an exciting time for young people. Families have lots of free time to enjoy themselves, but without breaking the piggy bank! With Dehors cet été, Ville de Laval offers plenty of free activities, in a park, in nature. We can soak up the sun while our little ones enjoy themselves.

Plays, circus and dance shows for the whole family, storytelling in swimsuits and open-air cinema are on the program this year. Find out morehere.

Bonus: we take the opportunity to take the little ones out to play in the play modules or water games, so they can burn off all their energy and have a good night's sleep.

Experience a musical journey

This summer, Laval resounds to the rhythm of free outdoor music. At Centropolis, the event " A summer around the world "takes you on a musical journey, from Colombia to Africa, via France. On the program: American swing and rock, funk, Latin music and more.

The city's parks will also thrill you with the Musical Zonesfree concerts featuring local and emerging artists. It's a chance to picnic to music or dance under the stars.

We're on the move!

Train at the gym... outside!

To make the most of this summer's fine weather, it's time to train outdoors! Laval offers outdoor classes in the city's parks. Cardio, Zumba, belly dancing, tabata HIIT, fitness, stretching, yoga, qi gong and more. There's something for everyone! Thefull range is here.

Several Laval parks also offer outdoor training modules, accessible at all times. The metal structures allow you to work your whole body without the need for dumbbells. To find out more about the facilities and suggested movements, visit trekfit.ca or download the free mobile app.

Recharge your batteries on foot or by bike

For outdoor and cycling enthusiasts, the Rallye des rivièresa 21-marker trail created by the Centre d'Interprétation de l'Eau (C.I.EAU), allows you to make a complete tour of the island while learning about river water. A free mobile app accompanies the tour. It features quests and quizzes, as well as information and photos.

Laval Island is rich in natural spaces. Come and explore our forests! Hiking is a great way to disconnect and recharge. You can challenge yourself and develop your spirit of adventure, observe birds, flora and fauna, all the while getting plenty of fresh air. If you're lucky, you might even spot some hares or foxes!

After your walk in the forest, why not stop for a stop for a picnic ?

Laval's largest woods: the Parc de la Rivière-des-Milles-Îlesthe Bois de l'Équerrewood Papineau Woodand Bernard-Landry park. A special highlight is the Nature Center with its mini-farm and tropical greenhouse.

Meet artisans and artists

Visit Foire du Vieux-Sainte-Rose is an annual celebration of local creativity, featuring captivating strolling performances. As you stroll through the picturesque streets of this historic district, you'll soak up the warm, colorful atmosphere of the fair. You'll be impressed by the unique works of the artisans, and may even find some handmade treasures and local produce to take home.

See a work of art come to life before your very eyes!

For its part, the Symposium de Sainte-Rose is an exceptional artistic event where you can see artists at work. The streets are transformed into an open-air gallery as talented painters and sculptors create masterpieces right before your eyes. You can observe their techniques, chat with them and witness the magic that happens when art comes to life.

The museum offer

Experience the power of water at Rivière-des-Prairies generating station

Enter a turbine shaft and walk over the 220-metre spillway at Québec's most colourful power station, Rivière-des-Prairies. Rivière-des-Prairies generating station. This is a great opportunity to retrace the history of the construction and electrification of the Montreal region. Definitely an activity to add to your schedule!

Visit the Musée Délia-Tétreault

Stop by the Delia Tétreault Museum to delve into the history of the Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Conception and discover the life of its founder, Délia Tétreault. With over a hundred personal objects and documents, retrace the story of a woman who followed her dreams and founded the "first women's missionary community in the Americas".

Contemplate contemporary art at Salle Alfred-Pellan

A must-see venue for contemporary art lovers, the Salle Alfred-Pellan at the Maison des arts de Laval is the only place in town designed to host major works of visual art. Come and admire, always free of charge, the various solo and group exhibitions, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, installations and performances.

Free museums on the first Sunday of the month

Did you know that you can enjoy free admission to certain Quebec museums on the first Sunday of the month? Participating Laval museums include the Centre d'exploration du Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles, the Centre d'interprétation de l'eau (C.I.EAU), the Cosmodome and the Armand-Frappier Health Museum. Reserve your tickets in advance - they go fast!

A rendezvous for our four-legged stars

The only event of its kind in Quebec, Rendez-Vous Canin is a free way to spend time with your faithful four-legged companion and meet other dog lovers. On the program: agility demonstrations, talent contests, canine photography sessions and much more. It's a friendly day where the dogs are the real stars.

Leaving your car at home

Did you know that Société de transport de Laval (STL) offers a free a free shuttle service 7 days a week, all summer long? It departs every 20 minutes from the terminus of the orange line of the Montmorency metro. The shuttle runs around downtown Laval and its major tourist attractions, including Centropolis, Cosmodome, the Musée de la Santé Armand-Frappier and CF Carrefour Laval.