Halloween in Lanaudière guarantees thrills and spine-chilling moments. Here are the planned Halloween activities in the region.
THE LABYRINTH AT FERME GUY RIVEST
All October long, the Grand Labyrinth at Ferme Guy Rivest is specially decorated for Halloween. Ghosts, princesses, witches, and other characters will welcome you from Wednesday to Sunday and on Monday, October 14, from 9 AM to 6 PM. Come solve the riddles scattered throughout the labyrinth and take home some strawberry wine or jams made right on the farm! On Saturdays in October, the labyrinth will be open from 6 PM to 10:30 PM. During Halloween month, come discover their new feature: A murder has been committed in the labyrinth. As a detective, you'll need to search for clues to uncover the motive, the weapon, and the murderer.
LA BROUETTE À LÉGUMES « CITROUILLES ET SORCELLERIE »
A visit to Citrouilles et sorcellerie will be the perfect family outing. In an enchanting location in the city of Lanoraie, you'll explore the barn and can also take a tractor ride through the forest to visit the wizard or witch who will entertain the children. You'll also try to find your way through the corn maze and pick zucchinis and pumpkins. You can also pick zucchinis and pumpkins at Ferme Cormier and at Citrouilles et cie.
A FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY AT CHOCO CHOCOLAT
On Saturday, October 26, Choco Chocolat invites you to celebrate Halloween in style! Participate in the pumpkin drawing contest and try to see your creation reproduced on a delicious chocolate pumpkin. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere: the staff will be dressed up for the occasion. And for the little monsters in costume who come to make a purchase, a chocolate Halloween lollipop will be given as a gift. Come join us for a sweet and creative moment!
Additionally, Choco Chocolat is organizing Halloween-themed chocolate-making workshops! There are still spots available for these fun activities: "Witch's Cauldron" for parents and children on Saturday, October 26, at 9:30 AM, "Tablet Painting" for ages 8 and up the same day at 1 PM, and a new addition, "Surprise Pumpkin" on Friday, October 25, at 6 PM. Sign up now to participate!
FESTIVAL FRISSONS
From October 17 to 19, the Frissons Festival in Mascouche will transform the Grand-Coteau Park into a Halloween paradise. Imaginary worlds will come to life with numerous characters and actors roaming the paths. Not to mention the actors who will animate the Surprising Path, a scary trail for the most daring festival-goers. Presented by Caisse Desjardins Le Manoir, Family Day is perfect for those who want to visit the site during the day rather than at night. Numerous activities for children will be offered throughout the day.
THE HAUNTED MANSION AT COMPLEXE ATLANTIDE
The Atlantide Haunted Mansion is a three-story, 18,000 square-foot horror experience! This year, the event "Hellish Nights" presents a haunted mansion where a trail promises the most terrifying scenarios. Also on-site is a castle where childhood dreams turn into nightmares, providing thrilling sensations! Online ticket reservations are required to secure your departure time... but not your return! A deadly atmosphere is guaranteed! The mansion is open on Fridays, October 20 and 27, and Saturdays, October 21 and 28.
HAUNTED TRAIL – NOTRE-DAME-DE-LA-MERCI
On Saturday, October 26, from 6 PM to 8 PM, plunge into fear and prepare to challenge your deepest fears, as the Haunted Trail is back this year to terrify both young and old! The enchanting site along the Dufresne River will transform for one evening into a mysterious place that will give you goosebumps. Will you dare to face the unknown to collect delicious treats? Plus, the activity is completely free.
Also Not to Be Missed:
- The Pumpkin Garden event at Jardins Moore in Mascouche now offers a terrifying experience for children on the weekends of October 19-20 and 26-27.
- For the older ones, the Balado Découverte app "On the Trail of the Departed" will guide you through a historical circuit about the cemeteries of Mascouche, sure to send chills down your spine!
- Halloween in the forest, an event taking place on October 26, starting at 11 a.m., at Rawdon's Forêt O Cascade. Scientific workshops, pumpkin decorating, games and exotic animals await you.
- Le Sentier de l'épouvante (Fright Trail) takes place on Friday, October 25 in downtown L'Assomption.
- Halloween-themed Family Day at Chute-à-Bull Regional Park on October 26. Pumpkin-carving demonstration with Marc Riopel. Distribution of candy and popcorn, and much more...
