10 Cultural Outings to Enjoy with Your Family

Updated on Jul 28, 2025

Are you looking for cultural outing ideas to enjoy with your children? A multitude of places in the Townships offer exhibitions and activities that will satisfy their curiosity, and promise something for everyone!

By Marie-Claude Masse


Musée des beaux-arts de Sherbrooke

A new Sunday tradition is taking shape! With its On a Sunday With... family workshops, the Sherbrooke Museum of Fine Arts invites you to discover renowned artists or iconic works that have left their mark on art history. Through expressive storytelling and a hands-on creative workshop, your children — and you too! — will learn while having fun… and most importantly, by creating!

Specially designed for children aged 4 to 7, this activity takes place on the last Sunday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.


The Sherbrooke Museum of Nature and Science

If you haven’t yet seen Worlds of the Night exhibition at the Museum of Nature and Science, hurry and grab your tickets to experience a full range of emotions as you explore the nocturnal lives of animals! From fear to wonder… it’s a must-see the whole family will enjoy!

Exhibition on view until August 26, 2025.


Centre d’interprétation du marais de la Rivière-aux-Cerises

Come discover Momenti, an immersive permanent exhibition that plunges you into the rich biodiversity of the Rivière-aux-Cerises Marsh. Explore a captivating multimedia environment where over fifty plant and animal species come to life, revealing the fragile and vital balance of this ecosystem. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy a sensory adventure with the whole family.

Enhance your experience with the activity booklet Wonders of the Marsh — specially designed for families.


Bleu Lavande

In addition to its lavender fields and flower gardens, the site features an interpretation centre where you can enjoy an immersive experience created by Moment Factory. A breathtaking display of colour awaits you — an unforgettable moment where art and nature come together in all their splendour.

Champs Chromatiques Exhibition – Open year-round


L'ASTROLab du Mont-Mégantic

Come enjoy a unique family experience at the ASTROLab, located at the foot of Mount Mégantic. Dive into the fascinating world of astronomy with a family-friendly presentation on the theme of the Moon, or try a virtual reality experience! Psst… Be sure to save time during your visit to drive up to the Observatory. While it’s closed to visitors during summer 2025, the panoramic view from the summit is absolutely worth the trip! And for a truly starry experience, book an astronomy evening. Pure magic!

Please check the schedules and rates on the website to make sure you don’t miss anything.


The Centre Culturel de l’Université de Sherbrooke

Got comedy fans at home? Bring them along to the Université de Sherbrooke’s Cultural Centre to catch one of the many shows that will have you laughing out loud!

Visit the Cultural Centre’s website to check out the full lineup.


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Orford Musique

For those with a musical ear, Orford Music is the place to be. Get ready for a memorable evening filled with melodies from talented artists — a great way for your kids to expand their musical horizons!

Get your tickets online for summer 2025.


Musée de l'ingéniosité J. Armand Bombardier

Step into the fascinating world of Histoires de passions and let yourself be captivated by the life and legacy of renowned Québécois inventor Joseph-Armand Bombardier. Discover his remarkable journey right in his original garage — where it all began. Experience an immersive show created by Moment Factory that takes you to the heart of this unique entrepreneurial adventure.

Book your tickets online.


Artria

Nature, culture, and cycling — does that sound like your kind of thing? Head out on the bike trails of the Haute-Yamaska network and discover Artria, a true open-air museum! Along the way, you’ll encounter impressive sculptures by some forty artists from 17 different countries. Amazing!


Sutton Heritage Tours

Set off to discover the roads of Sutton through three self-guided heritage audio tours and dive into the town’s rich architectural history. Since 2001, these routes have offered an immersive experience into the local heritage and Eastern Townships architecture, with interpretive panels featuring archival photos at each stop.

The guides are available at the Sutton Tourist Information Office.

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