What to do on a PD day? 12 ideas in Montreal and Laval

A PD day always falls on a weekday: good news, outings are often less crowded than on weekends. Here are twelve ideas in Montreal and Laval, sorted by the kids' mood.

In short: to learn while having fun, the Science Centre or the Cosmodôme; to burn energy, Funtropolis, iSaute or Clip 'n Climb; to get creative, pottery painting or cookie decorating.

Learn while having fun

1. Montreal Science Centre

Hands-on interactive exhibits and the IMAX TELUS theatre, at the Old Port.

• King-Edward Pier, 2 Rue de la Commune West, Montreal
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2. Cosmodôme

Interactive missions, a 4D cinema and astronaut training simulators.

• 2150 Autoroute des Laurentides, Laval
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3. Montreal Biodôme

Five ecosystems of the Americas under one roof, from penguins to tropical fish.

• 4777 Avenue Pierre-De Coubertin, Montreal
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4. Exporail

Climb aboard locomotives and streetcars in Saint-Constant, on the South Shore.

• 110 Rue Saint-Pierre, Saint-Constant
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Burn off energy

5. Funtropolis

Multi-level play structures, trampolines, zip lines and bumper cars.

• 3925 Curé-Labelle Boulevard, Laval
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6. iSaute Anjou

Interconnected trampolines, a foam pit and a separate zone for younger kids.

• 8700 Boulevard du Golf, Montreal
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7. Clip 'n Climb Laval

34 climbing walls with auto-belay, no experience needed.

• 2929 Saint-Martin Boulevard West, Laval
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8. Atrium Le 1000

An indoor skating rink open year-round, downtown.

• 1000 De La Gauchetière Street West, Montreal
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Get creative

9. Les Faiseurs

A pottery and ceramic-painting studio with a café, in Little Italy.

• 6564 Saint-Laurent Boulevard, Montreal
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10. Café La Chouette

Decorate your own cookies: icing, colours and toppings galore.

• 3864 Rue Saint-Denis, Montreal
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Get some air

11. Laval Nature Centre

Free: a mini-farm, trails, a big playground, and skating or sledding in winter.

• 901 Avenue du Parc, Laval
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12. La Grande Roue de Montréal

Canada's tallest Ferris wheel, at the Old Port, to pair with the Science Centre.

• 362 Rue de la Commune East, Montreal
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Our tips

• Several schools in the same area often have the same day off: still book popular activities.
• Some centres have reduced weekday hours: check before you go.
• For a one-day camp, ask your town's recreation department: many run PD-day programs.

Frequently asked questions

What can kids do on a PD day in Montreal?

The Science Centre, the Biodôme, iSaute Anjou, Atrium Le 1000 or a pottery workshop.

And in Laval?

The Cosmodôme, Funtropolis, Clip 'n Climb or the free Laval Nature Centre.

Is it less crowded on a weekday?

Often, yes, but school days off also draw families: book popular activities.

Information checked on October 13, 2026. Prices and hours may change: confirm with each place before you go.