Time difference Quebec
The time difference with Quebec is 6 hours less, in summer and in winter. However, the time change in the fall and in the spring does not occur at the same time. For the Magdalen Islands, Anticosti Island and part of the North Shore, the time difference is only 5 hours in winter (and even in summer in the Magdalen Islands and in the coastal villages of the Lower North Shore, which are in the Atlantic time zone).
Opening hours Quebec
To see / To do Quebec
A distinction must be made here between urban centers and regions. In cities, points of interest are generally open all year round, with limited opening hours outside the summer season (e.g.: closed on Mondays). In the regions, they are often seasonal, open from May to October. While they are generally open every day in summer, opening hours are often reduced from Patriotes Day (Monday preceding May 25) to June 24, and from Labor Day (1st Monday in September) to Thanksgiving (2nd Monday in October).
Enjoying yourself Quebec
There's no schedule more variable than the restaurant business. Not only do they vary according to the season, but they also change several times during the same season. Restaurants in the big cities tend to have relatively fixed hours all year round, while in the regions, some establishments even close their doors out of season. And, as everywhere else, weekends and public holidays are synonymous with big crowds, especially for the famous brunch served until 2 or 3 pm. It's also worth noting that Quebecers eat earlier than Europeans. As a result, kitchen opening hours are not very late, except for pub-style restaurants.
Take a break Quebec
Gourmet shops (patisseries, chocolate shops, etc.), cafés and tearooms are generally open every day, from morning until mid- or late afternoon (some may be open into the evening, especially cafés). However, there may be some days off in smaller shops or in the regions, usually at the beginning of the week. Opening hours can also be reduced out of season. As for bars, many open as early as 11 a.m. or noon, especially in the city. Otherwise, you can expect them to open mid to late afternoon at the latest. Closing time is usually 3 a.m., but some close earlier (midnight or 1 a.m.) at the start of the week or out of season. Although they tend to be open 7 days a week, there may be closing days (e.g. Sunday, Monday, Tuesday), especially in the regions.
(To) please yourself Quebec
Shops are usually open Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm (until 9pm on Thursday and Friday), Saturday from 9am to 6pm, and Sunday from 10am to noon. Schedules may vary from one city to another and are often reduced off-season or even closed squarely (however, it is generally possible to make an appointment). In cities and small towns, there may also be days of closure, most often on Sundays and/or Mondays.
Get out Quebec
Mainly located in the city, nightclubs are generally open from Thursday to Saturday, from 10pm to 3am (later for afterhours). For activities with friends (movies, billiards, bowling, go-karting, escape games, etc.), opening hours vary widely depending on the type of establishment. There are also a few casinos in Quebec that offer extended hours. For the performing arts (music, comedy, theater, etc.), annual programming is concentrated mainly outside the summer season, in the evenings most of the time.
