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Independent clubs and groups in Québec City, with when and where they meet when the group publishes it. Listings that say when and where to show up come first.

Running clubs in Québec City

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Courses partagées de Lévis

Free Patro de Lévis runs that pair runners with co-runners who have a physical or cognitive limitation, held Saturdays at 10 am every two weeks from May to October at Parc de l'Anse-Tibbits.

When and where
Saturday shared run (every two weeks)
Every other Saturday at 10:00 AM, May to October; the 2026 season ended October 10
Parc de l'Anse-Tibbits, 5151, rue Saint-Laurent, Lévis (Québec) G6V 3V7
Cost
Free; no registration
First visit
Runners simply show up at Parc de l'Anse-Tibbits at 10 am on an outing Saturday; no registration. Each runner pushes a Kartus, an adapted wheelchair, carrying a co-runner with a physical or cognitive limitation, for about 5 km on the riverside bike path. Outings can be cancelled for rain, strong wind or a lack of volunteers. Free transport to the park can be arranged by writing to them.
Source: patrolevis.com, checked
Directory listing Saint-Jean-Baptiste

Run Club du mardi (6 PM Crew)

Free group run that leaves Bar Le Sacrilège on rue Saint-Jean every Tuesday at 6 pm, open to every pace from brisk walkers to seasoned runners, with no registration and a drink at the bar afterward.

When and where
Tuesday group run
Every Tuesday at 6:00 PM
Bar Le Sacrilège, 447 rue Saint-Jean, Québec G1R 1P3
Next: Tuesday, October 27, 6:00 p.m.
Cost
Free; no registration
First visit
Meet at Bar Le Sacrilège, 447 rue Saint-Jean, at 6 pm on a Tuesday for a free group run of about 6 km through Saint-Jean-Baptiste. Every pace is welcome, from brisk walkers to seasoned runners, and there is no registration. The group heads back to the bar's heated four-season terrace for a drink afterward.
Source: quoifaire.com, checked

Book clubs in Québec City

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Cercle d'écriture de la ville de Québec

Free writing circle at the Maison de la littérature where writers of any genre meet on a Saturday at 10:30 am about once a month, chat briefly about projects, then write together for two hours.

When and where
Saturday morning writing session
One Saturday a month at 10:30 am (no November session in 2026); dates are posted on the Maison de la littérature events page
Maison de la littérature, multipurpose room (Salle polyvalente), 40, rue Saint-Stanislas, Québec (Québec) G1R 4H1
Cost
Free; registration by email required
First visit
Register first by emailing [email protected] (or through the circle's Facebook page). Bring whatever you are writing: any genre is welcome, from novels and poetry to theses, business plans or comics. The first few minutes are a chat about everyone's projects, then the group writes for the rest of the two hours in an informal, respectful setting.
Source: maisondelalitterature.qc.ca, checked
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Club de lecture : le monde littéraire

Adult book club at Bibliothèque Gabrielle-Roy that meets monthly at 7 pm to discuss a chosen work; the fall 2026 theme explores the history of the Americas, with spots reserved per session.

When and where
Monday evening book discussion
Second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM, September to December
Bibliothèque Gabrielle-Roy, multipurpose room (1st floor), 350, rue Saint-Joseph E, Québec (Québec) G1K 3B2
Cost
Free; reserve a spot for each meeting
First visit
An adult book club with a facilitator, discussing one set book per meeting (available in print, digital or audio); the fall 2026 theme is the history of the Americas. Reserve your free spot for each meeting on the library page (it first asks you to validate your email); places are limited. Questions go to [email protected].
Source: bibliothequedequebec.qc.ca, checked
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Morrin Mystery Mondays

Daytime book club at the Morrin Centre that reads mysteries and cozies, meeting in person at 1:30 pm on the last Monday of each month; it is for Morrin Centre members, and new members can join anytime.

When and where
Last-Monday afternoon book club
Last Monday of the month at 1:30 PM, paused in summer
Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 4H3
Cost
Morrin Centre members only; membership $25 a year (individual)
First visit
This club is for Morrin Centre members, and new members are encouraged to join anytime. Email [email protected] to sign up. It is a cozy, in-person afternoon chat about mysteries and other cozies, with books chosen month by month (October 2026: The Retirement Plan by Sue Hincenbergs).
Source: morrin.org, checked
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Pixels & Pages

Hybrid Morrin Centre book club for members that meets at 7 pm on the third Tuesday of each month outside summer, in person or online; it is full but keeps drop-in spots open at every meeting.

When and where
Third-Tuesday evening book club (in person or online)
Third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM, paused in summer
Morrin Centre (or online), 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 4H3
Cost
Morrin Centre members only; membership $25 a year (individual)
First visit
For Morrin Centre members only. The club is full, but every meeting keeps drop-in spots: email [email protected] to reserve one or to join the waiting list. Take part in person at the Morrin Centre or online. Members choose the year's books over the summer (October 2026: Land by Maggie O'Farrell).
Source: morrin.org, checked

Outdoor & hiking clubs in Québec City

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Club des ornithologues de Québec

Birding club that runs half-day and full-day excursions to watch birds in their habitat, most of them a good introduction for beginners; outings are capped at 15 participants, who book with the trip leader a week ahead.

When and where
Saturday morning excursion
Saturday morning outings; the start time and meeting point change each trip and are in the club calendar
Changes each outing (meeting point in the club calendar)
Wednesday morning excursion
Wednesday morning outings; the start time and meeting point change each trip and are in the club calendar
Changes each outing (meeting point in the club calendar)
Cost
Members only: $22 a year (individual), $15 students; some sites charge entry
First visit
Excursions are for members, so join the club online first. Then book with the outing's leader (contact in the calendar entry) a week ahead; outings are capped at 15, and no confirmation means the trip is full. Most outings are a good introduction for beginners. Meeting times and places are in each calendar entry; children 12 and under must come with an adult.
Source: coq.qc.ca, checked

Arts & creative in Québec City

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Comic Jam de Québec

Free monthly comic jam at the Maison de la littérature where participants take turns drawing panels of a shared story, usually on the first Wednesday of the month at 6 pm, open to anyone who likes to draw.

When and where
First-Wednesday comic jam
First Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM
Maison de la littérature, multipurpose room (Salle polyvalente), 40, rue Saint-Stanislas, Québec (Québec) G1R 4H1
Cost
Free; reserve a spot online
First visit
Free, but reserve a spot with the Réserver button on the Maison de la littérature event page. Anyone who likes to draw is welcome, authors and artists included. In turn, each person invents and draws the next panel of a group comic, which someone else continues. Bring your favourite drawing tools. Run by Confiture BD Québec since 2012.
Source: maisondelalitterature.qc.ca, checked
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Morrin Centre Poetry Soirée

Drop-in open-mic poetry evening in the Morrin Centre library on the first Monday of each month from 7:30 to 9 pm, where people come to read their own poetry or simply to listen.

When and where
First-Monday open-mic poetry soirée
First Monday of the month at 7:30 PM
Morrin Centre library, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 4H3
Next: Monday, November 2, 7:30 p.m.
Cost
Free; drop in
First visit
Just drop in: come to read your own poetry at the open mic, or simply to listen. The soirée is in the Morrin Centre's library; if you arrive after it starts, ring the doorbell. Questions go to [email protected].
Source: morrin.org, checked
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Tricot libre

Free drop-in knitting afternoon at the Patro de Lévis Tiers-Lieu on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, where knitters swap techniques and meet people over tea or coffee; basic knitting skills needed.

When and where
Thursday afternoon knitting circle
Every Thursday at 1:30 PM, September to December
Patro de Lévis, Tiers-Lieu (room 114), 6150 rue St-Georges, Lévis, QC, G6V 4J8
Next: Thursday, October 29, 1:30 p.m.
Cost
Free; drop in, no registration
First visit
No registration: bring your knitting to the Tiers-Lieu at the Patro de Lévis on a Thursday afternoon to swap techniques and meet people over tea or coffee. You need basic knitting skills; to learn from scratch, sign up for the Patro's knitting workshop in its regular program instead. Ages 15 and up.
Source: patrolevis.com, checked
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Vendredis de poésie

Monthly Friday poetry night at 8 pm at the Maison de la littérature, run by the Tremplin d'actualisation de poésie, with invited poets followed by an open mic of nine five-minute slots booked at the door.

When and where
Second-Friday poetry night and open mic
Second Friday of the month at 8:00 PM
Maison de la littérature, Scène littéraire, 40, rue Saint-Stanislas, Québec (Québec) G1R 4H1
Next: Friday, November 13, 8:00 p.m.
Cost
Free
First visit
Free, with no reservation shown. Invited poets read first, then comes an open mic for nine people, up to 5 minutes each, as a reading, interpretation or performance. Sign up for the open mic at the door. Evenings are relaxed, spontaneous and sometimes funny, on the Maison de la littérature's literary stage.
Source: maisondelalitterature.qc.ca, checked

Social groups in Québec City

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Club d'échecs du Patro de Lévis

Weekly chess club at the Patro de Lévis Tiers-Lieu on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 pm, with tournaments organized to suit the players who come; participants should already know the rules of the game.

When and where
Tuesday chess night
Every Tuesday at 7:00 PM, September to December
Patro de Lévis, Tiers-Lieu (room 114), 6150 rue St-Georges, Lévis, QC, G6V 4J8
Next: Tuesday, October 27, 7:00 p.m.
Cost
Free; no registration
First visit
No registration: come to the Tiers-Lieu (room 114) at the Patro de Lévis on a Tuesday at 7 pm. You should already know the rules. Each week is a practice session, and tournaments are organized depending on how many players come and what they prefer. Ages 15 and up; under-18s must be with an adult for the whole evening.
Source: patrolevis.com, checked
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Discussions en français

Free French conversation evenings at the Patro de Lévis on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 pm with volunteers and other participants; not a class, and beginners and those wanting more practice are welcome.

When and where
Thursday French conversation evening
Every Thursday at 5:30 PM, September to December
Patro de Lévis, Tiers-Lieu (room 114), 6150 rue St-Georges, Lévis, QC, G6V 4J8
Cost
Free; registration required
First visit
This is not a French class: you chat with volunteers and other participants in a relaxed, no-pressure setting, at your own pace, and beginners are welcome. It is free, but you need to register first on the Patro's Amilia page (for statistics only). Free childcare for ages 3 to 8 is available if you register them too.
Source: patrolevis.com, checked
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VEQ Game Nights

Free board game night hosted by Voice of English-speaking Québec at Mary Gillespie House on avenue Moreau, twice a month on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, open to all with registration requested.

When and where
Thursday game night
Two Thursday evenings a month, 6:30 to 8:30 pm; dates are on the VEQ events calendar
Mary Gillespie House, 819, avenue Moreau, Québec QC, G1V 3B5
Cost
Free; registration requested
First visit
Open to all, whether you are new to the English-speaking community or a longtime local. It is free, but VEQ asks you to register on the month's Zeffy link (on the event page) so they know who to expect. Expect board games and light refreshments; bring a game you love or try one from their collection. Questions: [email protected].
Source: veq.ca, checked
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Tournoi d'échecs du lundi, Bar Le Sacrilège

Free Monday chess tournament at Bar Le Sacrilège on rue Saint-Jean from 6 to 8 pm, with boards provided and beginners welcome; 16 spots, and players sign up on site when they buy a drink.

When and where
Monday chess tournament
Every Monday at 6:00 PM
Bar Le Sacrilège, 447, rue Saint-Jean, Québec
Next: Monday, October 26, 6:00 p.m.
Cost
No cover; sign up on site when you buy a drink (16 spots)
First visit
Walk in on a Monday at 6 pm and sign up at the bar when you buy a drink; there is no cover, no reservation, and 16 spots. Boards and pieces are provided (bring your own if you prefer) and all levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced. Games are mostly casual, with a mini-tournament some nights. The bar is 18+.
Source: barlesacrilege.com, checked

Sports & recreation in Québec City

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Ligue Pick-Up d'Ultimate Québec

Ultimate frisbee pick-up league run by Ultimate Québec on Tuesday evenings from 8:45 to 10 pm at Stade Telus, with individual sign-up by season or by session and improvised games among those present.

When and where
Tuesday pick-up ultimate
Every Tuesday at 8:45 PM, late September to mid December
Stade Telus, Université Laval (field C), 2380 Rue du Peps, Québec, QC G1V 0C2
Cost
$15 a session or $100 a season (more for non-residents), plus FQU membership
First visit
Register and pay online before you play, either for the season or for a single session, and hold a valid FQU (Quebec ultimate federation) membership. All levels are welcome. A coordinator on site greets you and sets up 4 vs 4 or 5 vs 5 games with whoever is there, on indoor turf. Free parking at Stade Telus: ask the attendant inside for the day's QR code.
Source: ultimatequebec.ca, checked
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Ligue récréative d'Ultimate Lévis

Indoor recreational ultimate frisbee league on Thursday evenings from 8:30 to 9:45 pm at the Juvénat Notre-Dame, with individual sign-up and mixed games for players 17 and up of every level.

When and where
Thursday recreational league night
Every Thursday at 8:30 PM, October to December (winter season from January 7, 2027)
Complexe sportif du Juvénat Notre-Dame, 30 rue du Juvénat, à Saint-Romuald, QC, G6W 7X2
Cost
$140 for the fall season, plus FQU membership
First visit
Sign up individually online (open until October 29) and hold an FQU membership, which you can buy during registration. Open to players 17 and up of every level and experience; you can ask to be paired with a friend. Fun comes before performance, and each night's format (5 vs 5 or 4 vs 4 mixed) depends on who shows up.
Source: ultimatelevis.ca, checked

Music & performance in Québec City

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Local Vocals

English-language singing ensemble led by choir director Katharina Urbschat that meets Wednesdays from 2 to 3 pm at Saint-Michael's Anglican Church on chemin Saint-Louis, open to new and seasoned singers.

When and where
Wednesday afternoon singing ensemble
Every Wednesday at 2:00 PM
Saint-Michael's Anglican Church, 1800 chemin Saint-Louis, Québec
First visit
An English-language singing ensemble led by choir director Katharina Urbschat, singing folk, pop and classical songs, mostly in English with some German, French and Latin. Both seasoned singers and people just starting are welcome. The page does not say whether to register or what it costs; it lists the director's email for more information.
Source: veq.ca, checked

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