Outdoor activities might be all the rage this season, but at times, we feel like staying inside. Whether the weather is not cooperating, or we just wish for an activity comfortably set between four walls, we may seek something more artistic or a game focusing more on brain power, for example. Here is our guide for fun activities to enjoy indoors, on your own or with the family, in Abitibi-Temiscamingue!
Escape game Escario
In addition to axe throwing, several escape scenarios are available. The immersive experience of the escape games will make you forget about the weather! You will have to discover every clue required to solve enigmas so you can free yourself and your friends from the room where you are imprisoned (In reality, you can quit at any moment of the scenario, it remains only a game!). You can also try one of the several board games from the house collection at the gaming pub!
Touki Parc – Amusement Center
This time, let’s explore a theme park for kids and teens from 0 to 14 years old. The Touki Parc, located in Val-d’Or, offers spaces to every liking! There is a 0-3 years old Module with slides, a rope bridge and a ball pool. The 3-14 years old youth accesses a 44-games big module comprising a sports arena, many slides, a zip line, a race against time and a labyrinth. All of this fun is spread up to 24 feet tall! Last but not least, more than 25 virtual reality games await players fof all ages!
Code César
Located in Amos, Code César offers unique escape games, both in an open room and a closed room environment. Some of these games even involve virtual reality (VR)! Additionally, Code César renders available to its guests a collection of 160 board games. Code César’s seasoned hosts can guide the players through the instruction learning process to make the activity as fun and enjoyable as possible! Also, guests can enjoy one of the retro video games (NES, Super NES, N64 Genesis) station for a well-rounded experience. It’s impossible to get bored!
Centre Méga
The Centre Méga remains the only amusement center of its kind in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Bowling fans can enjoy their sixteen ten-pin bowling lanes. Those seeking intensity and high energy activities will meet their needs with the indoor laser tag. In between these two options, guests are invited to enjoy the pool tables and the many arcade games. Finally, adults can quench their thirst and cool down at Centre Méga’s very own bar.
Ô Terrier
This arts and crafts location offers many activities. The Café Céramique Ô Terrier allows its visitors to make many different crafting or artistic projects, from decorative pieces to usual objects like mugs, flower pots and vases, or even figurines. First, pick your project from the several models offered and let’s satisfy your inner artist! There is no minimum age to create and enjoy a snack within Ô Terrier’s warm ambiance.
Mudra Espace Sportif
To meet your needs in matters of energy expenditure, here is a fitness center of a new genre: the Mudra! The center offers bouldering, yoga and workout classes such as spin cycle classes. The space gathers a community of active people who share their knowledge while overcoming challenges. Adding to their range of services, healthy snacks and juices are offered as well.
Bar-Librairie Livresse
A new books bookstore where we can share and discuss among friends in front of a good coffee, a local beer or a good glass of wine, what more could one ask for? Oh! Also, there is a kids’ section! The Bar-librairie Livresse (bar and bookstore) is a space where feeling good becomes easy. The devoted staff have proven to never be short of good advice if you are in the lookout for future reading ideas.
Exhibition Centers
Also, the Abitibi-Témiscamingue area has many exhibition spaces and rooms. Many of these locations offer more than visual arts. Some spaces offer arts or crafts workshops, and even interactive activities.
- Centre d’exposition du Rift, à Ville-Marie;
- VOART Centre d’exposition de Val-d’Or;
- Centre d’exposition d’Amos;
- Centre d’art de La Sarre;
- Maison de la Culture (bibliothèque, centre d’art et théâtre Lilianne-Perrault) à La Sarre;
- Écart, un centre d’artistes autogérés en art actuel à Rouyn-Noranda;
- Musée d’art de Rouyn-Noranda.
On top of these suggestions, you can find many other ideas on our website. We have proven our claims right: no matter the weather or your mood, here in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, there are many avenues to explore for indoor fun!