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© Modélisation du pavillon : Les Architectes FABG
Réalisation graphique : Philippe Legris
Espace Riopelle, Québec City’s newest architectural gem
In October 2026, the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) will make cultural history with the opening of Espace Riopelle – Pavillon Michael Audain. Designed to stand in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings, the new home for the museum’s Jean Paul Riopelle permanent collection is an architectural triumph.
The exhibition traces Riopelle’s evolution and the scope of his work over half a century. At centre stage will be the artist’s monumental “Tribute to Rosa Luxemburg,” accompanied by an olfactory experience created by Chartier World LAB. The public will also be invited to take part in an immersive exhibition around the work of the renowned painter, engraver, and sculptor, and to rediscover the national collection of modern art in a new light.
MNBAQ visitors will have plenty to admire before the grand opening, including Hyperrealism: This Is Not a Body, an exhibition that explores the depiction of the human figure in sculpture from the 1970s to the present.
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Surfs up! Aloha Surf opens in Québec City
Aloha Surf is a major new tourist attraction and recreation facility coming to Boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel in Québec City this summer. It will be Canada’s first indoor surfing facility with Flow Surf 2.0 technology, a stationary wave with adjustable water depth that stands to revolutionize the sport. With this technology, children as young as eight can learn to surf in safety, while experienced surfers can take on more powerful swells.
The Aloha Surf complex is a veritable recreation hub embodying a fully integrated vision of sports and entertainment. While year-round surfing is the star attraction, it is complemented by a high-performance gym, yoga and spinning classes, and post-workout recovery. There’s plenty of room for fun too, with an arcade area, retro skating, golf simulators, the Sport Radical boutique, and the California-inspired Aloha Sunset restaurant. A rooftop 18-hole mini-putt course and large panoramic terrace augment the experience. Reservations open shortly.
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A red-hot food scene
In a historic moment of recognition for Québec City’s culinary excellence, 27 restaurants were featured in the prestigious MICHELIN Guide, confirming the city’s status as a world-class foodie destination.
Leading the way are Tanière3, with an impressive two MICHELIN stars, and the other outstanding restaurants that earned a coveted star: ARVI, Kebec Club Privé, Laurie Raphaël, and Légende. The guide also bestowed several Bib Gourmand awards, which recognize “exceptional food at great value,” to restaurants including Battuto, Buvette Scott, Melba, and Le Clan.
As the eyes of the culinary world are fixed on Québec City, excitement is building: the next round of official awards will be announced on May 6. Until then, visitors and locals can savour the outstanding cuisine that is propelling Québec’s creativity and rich terroir onto the global stage.
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Crankworx World Tour comes to Mont-Sainte-Anne
From September 3 to 7, Mont-Sainte-Anne will host the legendary Crankworx World Tour mountain bike festival. It’s the first time this world-renowned Whistler-based event has touched down in Québec – so Mont-Sainte-Anne in Beaupré is joining a very exclusive club of premier MTB destinations that includes two in New Zealand and three others in Canada. For five days, the world’s best athletes will rip it up on Mont-Sainte-Anne’s legendary trails, competing in spectacular competitions.
Much more than just a sporting event, Crankworx is a real festival that brings together the global mountain biking community. Great shows, a festive atmosphere, and activities for athletes and enthusiasts, families, and the general public will transform Mont-Sainte-Anne into an epic celebration of the outdoors. It’s a great opportunity for visitors to extend their stays and get acquainted with a gorgeous region known for its magnificent landscapes, local cuisine, and nature getaways.