Quebec Lighthouse Day - Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse

Quebec National Lighthouse Day

Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse

Saturday July 13, 2025

Young and old alike, come and explore the inspiring world of lighthouses, sailors and navigation. Bring your picnic. Parka, the mascot, and other surprises await you.

The skeleton tower is 50 years old. We’re celebrating!

•10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Test your knowledge!

Discover maritime communication with authentic flags. Can you call for help?

The lighthouses of the St. Lawrence have escaped! Help us find them!

Take part in a family research rally at the station. Participants will be entered in a draw for a gift basket.

•10 a.m. to 12 p.m.: The lighthouse station is all about birds!

Talk about birds with members of the Club d’ornithologie du Bas-Saint-Laurent.

Learn more about an endangered swallow and a familiar bird that nests in a strange place at the station!

Observe the many species of birds that frequent Pointe-au-Père. Bring your binoculars!

•11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Choose your tattoo.

Display the lighthouse station’s colours, get an airbrush tattoo (temporary tattoo).

•2 p.m.: An insight into the life of a lighthouse keeper.

Take part in a picture talk with a Parks Canada employee (activity for young people, duration 30 to 40 min).

•3:30 p.m.: Visit from Parka!

Our mascot Parka will be making an appearance on the site. Psst! She loves having her picture taken!

Treat yourself to pizza and ice cream.

All afternoon long, Saison deli pizza mobile will be serving you pizza baked on site and frozen gourmet treats!

Quantities are limited. (Charges apply.)