Snowflake Kingdom
Jacques-Cartier Park – North Section
Discover a massive winter playground! Snow slides, winter activities, live performances, a Ferris wheel... guaranteed fun for all at Snowflake Kingdom!
Located in the northern part of Jacques-Cartier Park, the official Winterlude site in Gatineau offers free, outdoor, family-friendly winter activities, as well as attractions and events for visitors of all ages.
Here is the practical information, including hours, accessibility, services, and key details to help you plan your visit.
Getting here
Hours of operation
| Weekend | Date | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend 1 | January 30 to February 1 | - | 4 pm to 9 pm | 9 am to 9 pm | 9 am to 6 pm | - |
| Weekend 2 | February 5 to 9 | 9 am to 2 pm | 9 am to 10 pm | 9 am to 10 pm | 9 am to 6 pm | 9 am to 6 pm |
| Weekend 3 | February 12 to 16 | 9 am to 2 pm | 9 am to 9 pm | 9 am to 9 pm | 9 am to 6 pm | 9 am to 6 pm |
Hours may change due to weather.
Explore the site
Every weekend at Snowflake Kingdom
Special events
Visit from the Gatineau Olympiques
- Date
- Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Time
- 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Know before you go
- Admission to the sites is free. Many events are free, while others require a fee. Paid events are marked with a "Paid event" notification before the event title in the calendar of events.
- Pets are not permitted (service dogs are welcome).
- Food and beverages concessions nearby (fees apply).
- Washrooms are available on site.
- Dress warmly, as most activities take place outdoors.
- Hotels and restaurants: Visit the hotels and restaurants page for nearby options.
Winterlude takes place on the traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg.
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