Illustration of a giant snowman balloon floating above a parade route with crowds waving (Parade des jouets Promutuel Assurance)

Parade des jouets Promutuel Assurance

Les spectateurs assistent au défilé festif composé de chars allégoriques illuminés, de danseurs, d'acrobates, de comédiens, de musiciens et du père Noël. Le public peut profiter d'animations festives, savourer une boisson réconfortante et remettre des dons de jouets aux lutins avant le passage du cortège. Les enfants ont également la possibilité de confier en main propre leur lettre pour le pôle Nord aux facteurs de Postes Canada.

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Website / Tickets

paradedesjouets.ca

When

Tickets

Estrades VIP : 22$ par personne (pour les 2 ans et plus); accès gratuit aux enfants de moins de 2 ans. Le prix de l’accès général au défilé n’est pas indiqué.

Hours

13h00 animation at Chalet Trudel; 14h20 pre-parade and toy collection; 14h30 parade departure; 14h45 VIP stands open; 15h15 VIP stands animation begins; 16h00 parade enters the VIP stands; 16h45 Père Noël arrives at the stands.

Food & Drink

Aux Galeries Charlesbourg, une boisson réconfortante est proposée avant le défilé; l’espace VIP comprend des gâteries et des foodtrucks.

Parking

Public parking, including ExpoCité, is available near the route and in surrounding streets; ExpoCité parking costs $17. Public transit is recommended.

Accessibility

Un espace réservé aux personnes à mobilité réduite est prévu dans les estrades.

Pets

Dogs are welcome on the street, subject to city rules, but are not allowed in the stands.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Familles avec de jeunes enfants

Vibe

Festive et spectaculaire

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Use public transit if convenient, since it is recommended for reaching the parade and nearby public parking is available.
  • If driving, consider public parking near the route, including ExpoCité, and allow time to walk to your chosen viewing spot.
  • Bring a new or excellent-condition toy to donate to the Joujouthèque elves at the start of the route; plush toys are not accepted.
  • Bring children’s letters for Santa so they can hand them to the Canada Post letter carriers.
  • For the VIP stands, book online in advance; the first 100 ticket transactions receive a complimentary official plush toy, one per transaction.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The parade’s street-side viewing is free; VIP stands tickets are sold separately, and children under 2 enter the stands free.
  • The 25th-anniversary edition features a light-and-music-synchronized float, special effects, Pascale Picard on a float, a Québec Issime-themed float, acrobats on a phosphorescent float and new tableaux.
  • The first 100 VIP ticket transactions receive a free official Blanchon plush, one per transaction.
  • A 50/50 raffle offers a chance to win half the sales or an intermediate prize; the draw is held after the event.
  • The VIP stands have an exclusive program of live entertainment by more than 100 artists.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the weather is poor?

The parade takes place in all weather. If conditions are extreme and it must be postponed, an announcement will be posted on the homepage and social media in advance.

Where can I donate a toy, and what toys are accepted?

Joujouthèque elves collect donations at the start of the route. Bring a new or excellent-condition toy; plush toys are not accepted.

Can children send a letter to Santa?

Children can hand their letters for Santa to Canada Post letter carriers, who will forward them to the North Pole.

What does the VIP stands experience include?

It includes reserved seating, parade viewing, entertainment by more than 100 artists, treats, food trucks and access to toilets within the stands area.

Where can I park, and are dogs allowed?

Public parking, including ExpoCité and nearby streets, is available near the route; public transit is recommended. Dogs are welcome on the street subject to city rules, but are not allowed in the stands.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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