Go by bus!
For its 72nd edition, the Québec Winter Carnival is once again offering a variety of festive activities for all tastes. Family entertainment, musical evenings and unique competitions take place alongside flagship activities such as Bonhomme’s Ice Palace, the Sculpture Garden and the canoe race. Enjoy the festivities stress-free by taking the bus.
For the complete program and all carnival sites, see the event website.
What should I do if I'm travelling by car?
A number of park-and-ride (Parc-O-Bus) lots allow you to leave your car close to the network so you can hop on a bus to the various Carnival sites.
Find out what parking options are available along the various RTC routes on the page below.
To get to the Carnaval sites (Grande-Allée and Place de l'Assemblée-Nationale)
Route 11
Parc-O-Bus Pie-XII
Runs between Pointe-de-Sainte-Foy and the ferry terminal.
Nearest bus stops :
- On Honoré-Mercier/René-Lévesque Est, opposite the Parliament Building (stop 1270 : Parlement
in both directions) - On Grande Allée Est/Georges-V Ouest (stops 1855 : George-V Ouest and 1762 : H.-Mercier/1762 )
Please note that this route will be diverted from February 6 to 15, 2026, as part of the regular Carnival program. Plan your travel to and from the event by checking the route notices.
Other routes
Route 3
Route 25
Route 28
Runs between 41e Rue Est/Jean-Talon Ouest and the Grand Théâtre.
Nearest bus stops:
Opposite the Hilton and the Marie-Guyart Building on boul. René-Lévesque Est (stops 1517 and 1560)
Métrobus 800
D’Estimauville Parc-O-Bus
Runs between Beauport and Pointe-de-Sainte-Foy via downtown.
800 to Chute-Montmorency terminal
Nearest bus stops:
Opposite the Hilton and the Marie-Guyart Building on boul. René-Lévesque Est (stops 1517 : C. Parlementaire
and 1560 : C. Parlementaire )
Métrobus 801
Parc-O-Bus 41e Rue/1re Avenue
High-frequency route between Charlesbourg and Pointe-de-Sainte-Foy.
Nearest bus stops:
- Opposite the Hilton and the Marie-Guyart Building on boul. René-Lévesque Est (stops 1517 : C. Parlementaire and 1560 : C. Parlementaire )
Métrobus 807
High-frequency route between Pointe-de-Sainte-Foy and Place D’Youville.
Nearest bus stop:
5882 : H.-Mercier (Saint-Jean/H.-Mercier)
Enhanced service for the parades on February 7 and 14
Carnival parade in Limoilou on February 7
Main routes: 3 800 801 802
These routes will be redirected to accommodate the parade. Plan your travel to and from the event by checking the route notices.
Carnival parade on Grande Allée on February 14
Main routes: 11 25 800 801 807
These routes will be redirected to accommodate the parade. Plan your travel to and from the event by checking the route notices.
Bus fares
Family Privilege is valid at all times.
The bus is free for kids under 12 who accompany you!
Max 3 children per fare-paying adult.
Unlimited weekend
$6.08/day
Valid from 5:30 p.m. Friday until service ends on Sunday
5 consecutive days
$6.80/day
Valid on the day it is activated and the following four days
Paratransit
This event is served by Service de transport adapté de la Capitale (STAC – Québec City accessible transportation service).
Drop-off locations:
Place de l’Assemblée-Nationale (Zone Loto-Québec, Bonhomme’s Ice Palace)
On Honoré-Mercier, between René-Lévesque and the Fontaine de Tourny, at the end fence line - Locate on Google Maps
Place D’Youville
Corner of St-Jean and Des Glacis - Locate on Google Maps
Parc de la Francophonie (Bonhomme’s Campsite)
Intersection of Des Parlementaires and Jacques-Parizeau - Locate on Google Maps
Limoilou Parade (February 7)
320 chemin de la Canardière, near Jean Coutu - Locate on Google Maps
Upper Town Parade (February 14)
805 avenue Wilfrid Laurier - Locate on Google Maps
For more info on the drop-off locations associated with this event or to book transportation, contact Customer Service.
Service de transport adapté de la Capitale (STAC)
- Information about our services: 418-687-2641, option 2
- Monday to Friday: 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.