To enjoy the summer, you don't need to travel hundreds of kilometers or spend a fortune. Opportunities to move, relax, laugh, and have fun are everywhere, catering to all tastes and budgets! Whether in the city or in the heart of nature, discover activities that will energize, entertain, and create beautiful moments with family and friends—memories that will stay with both young and old.
Free Summer Activities for Young Children in Laval
During the summer season, the city of Laval offers dozens of free activities for all ages. The little ones, 0-5 years old, can attend outdoor shows, both magical and playful, in the city's various parks:
- Unforgettable cultural experiences with emerging artists from the Open Air Theatre.
- Stunning circus performances and storytelling in swimsuits for children aged 6 to 12, a much-appreciated break near pools and water games located all over the city.
- Prefer the cinema? At dusk, bring your chairs, blankets, and snacks, and settle in one of the many parks where a family movie is shown.
To discover all the free activities in Laval, click here!
Discover Laval in the Summer: Top Activities for Older Kids
Laval is also full of exciting summer activities for older kids! Why not start with a visit to the Rivière-des-Mille-Îles, where you can rent a kayak or canoe to explore the natural beauty of the area?
Do you prefer urban parks? Head to the Nature Center, which offers numerous hiking trails, beautiful gardens, and even outdoor shows.
For thrill-seekers, try indoor skydiving at iFLY (SkyVenture). Experience the excitement of freefall safely in a controlled environment.
And if shopping is your passion, spend a day exploring the many shops and restaurants in this must-visit shopping center. A high-end shopping experience not to be missed.
Lastly, don't forget, summer is also for moving! In Laval, Zumba, weight training, martial arts, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and even yoga sessions are open to everyone! Take advantage of the beautiful season to try a new activity, completely free, and who knows? You might develop a new passion!
Activities in the Heart of Nature (Just Far Enough, but Not Too Far)
A few kilometers from Laval, the Lanaudière region offers everything you need to escape for a day and have a good time with family, alone, or with friends. In the heart of a rich nature of forests, plains, mountains, lakes, and rivers, there is something for everyone!
Among the must-do activities in the region, Arbraska, a tree-top adventure course, is very popular with everyone. Mountain biking and hiking on trails that allow you to admire waterfalls and cascades remain among the favorite activities. Imagine having a family picnic at the top of a hill with a breathtaking view!
The dozens of beaches and the St-Calixte water park (Complexe Atlantide) are ideal for cooling off and spending a day full of laughter and fun.
Want to spend a few days in the region? Come live a unique experience for a night, a weekend, or a week! Comfortable accommodations, cottages, hotels, inns, and gourmet restaurants promise a pleasant stay. But that's not all. You can step off the beaten path by staying in a high treehouse, a bubble, or a yurt in the middle of nature. Guaranteed change of scenery!
To discover the top 10 activities in Lanaudière, click here!
In the Laval or Lanaudière region, anything is possible: whether you are a nature lover or a city dweller, have a large family or are more solitary, this region has everything to offer! Your next life project awaits you here! Contact me without delay and let's discuss it:
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