Now that the holiday rush is behind us, winter in our area really settles into its best rhythm — fresh snow, community festivals, outdoor fun, and plenty of reasons to get outside (even if it takes a little extra layering).
Here’s a roundup of local winter events and activities happening across the West Island, Île-Perrot, Vaudreuil-Soulanges, Hudson and Saint-Lazare this season.
Lights at Parc 405 — Vaudreuil-Dorion
A magical illuminated walking experience that’s perfect for a relaxed evening outing. Free and family-friendly.
Winter Petting Zoo — Projet PACE Farm
A sweet winter activity for families who want a little countryside charm close to home.
Ecomuseum Zoo (Winter Visits) — Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
Open year-round, the Ecomuseum is especially beautiful in winter, when many of Québec’s native animals are in their element.
A nature-focused winter event series with outdoor activities for all ages.
Dates: January 11 & 25, February 8 & 22, March 8 & 22, 2026
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Pointe-Claire Winter Carnival — Northview Park
A classic community winter carnival with outdoor fun and a great neighbourhood vibe.
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Free
Festival d’hiver de Dorval
Several days of winter activities and entertainment that bring the Dorval community together outdoors.
Plaisirs d’hiver — Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot (Parc des Éperviers)
A local winter celebration right on the island.
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
DDO Winter Carnival — Centennial Park
An evening winter event with skating and outdoor fun.
Time: Approx. 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Valentine’s Day Market — Marché des saveurs
📍 Carrefour Notre-Dame, Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot
🗓️ February 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
A great stop for local products, gift ideas and a little Valentine’s inspiration.
When fresh snow hits, these local hills become neighbourhood favourites:
Parc de la Maison-Valois — Vaudreuil-Dorion
A winter hub with a sliding hill, skating oval, snow-scooter trail and heated chalet. Equipment is sometimes available depending on conditions.
Parc Olympique & Parc Taillon — Pincourt
Two maintained sliding areas for tubes, crazy carpets and toboggans. Often lit in the evenings.
Parc des Éperviers — Île-Perrot
An informal sliding spot used by locals when snow conditions allow.
Allan’s Hill — Baie-D’Urfé
A long-time West Island favourite near Lakeshore Road for spontaneous winter fun.
If you prefer gliding through snowy forests over sliding downhill, these nearby spots are worth exploring:
Cap-Saint-Jacques — Pierrefonds
One of the West Island’s most popular winter destinations, with groomed trails for both classic and skate skiing.
Centre Plein Air Notre-Dame-de-Fatima — Île-Perrot
Offers cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, tubing and more. Weekend equipment rentals are often available.
Île-Perrot Trail Network (Skieurs de l’Île)
Over 30 km of local ski trails connecting parks and green spaces across the island.
Hudson Woodland Trails
Peaceful, nature-filled trails that are great for casual skiing or snowshoeing.
Saint-Lazare — Parc nature Les Forestiers / Grand Sud-Ouest
Forested trails ideal for longer winter outings close to home.
Parc nature Harwood & Sentiers de L’Escapade — Vaudreuil-Dorion
Marked winter trails for skiing and snowshoeing, with rentals available at certain times.
One of the nicest parts of living in this area is how easy it is to find nature, community events and outdoor activities just minutes from home. Whether it’s a winter carnival, a market, or a quiet ski through the trees, there’s always something happening nearby.
And if you ever have questions about neighbourhoods, schools, parks, or what day-to-day life is like in a particular part of the West Island or Vaudreuil-Soulanges, I’m always happy to help. As a local realtor, I spend a lot of time exploring these communities and love being a resource for the people who live here — or are thinking about making a move.