Celebrate what counts at Espace pour la vie

What if the greatest  gift this season was simply time together? Far from the rush of preparations and never-ending lists, the museums of Espace pour la vie invite you to enjoy moments that truly nourish the spirit. After all, the most cherished memories aren’t bought, they’re created together.

A moment to recharge

In the heart of winter, treat yourself to a luminous pause. At the Jardin botanique, the exhibition greenhouses wrap you in warmth, offering a welcome refuge from the cold. At the Insectarium, the fluttering of free-flying butterflies soothes and delights, while the Biodôme immerses you in living ecosystems that reconnect you with nature. And to extend the magic, the Planétarium presents immersive films that invite you to travel through space and dream big. Each of these experiences is an opportunity to refocus on what truly matters, whether you’re visiting with family, with a partner, with friends, or on your own.

Moments that bring us together

Espace pour la vie is all about sharing discoveries that create meaningful connections. Children marvel at the Biodôme’s wildlife and explore biodiversity at the Jardin botanique and the Insectarium.

The Biosphère opens new horizons where science, the environment, art, and community intersect. Each visit becomes a conversation, an emotion, a memory woven across generations.

Creating meaningful rituals

Why not make visiting our museums a yearly ritual to share?  From December 20 to January 4, a special program awaits you.

At the Biosphère, little ones can enjoy story time every morning, and families are invited to take part in a guided tour of the exhibition Transform each afternoon.

At the Planétarium, children’s films—Aboard the SSE-4801 and the double feature We Are Stars and Beyond the Sun—run throughout the day, offering extraordinary journeys across space.

 At the Biodôme, draw rainforest animals and see your masterpiece come to life on the big screen. Each of these activities helps turn the holiday season into a time filled with meaning.

Extending the magic

To keep these moments going, the Espace pour la vie Passport is the perfect gift. It opens the door to unlimited adventures that continue well beyond the holiday season. And if you wish to go even further, a donation to the Fondation Espace pour la vie is a meaningful gesture: it supports research, education, and conservation, ensuring that these spaces continue to inspire a love of nature for generations to come.

Making  Espace pour la vie museums part of your holiday traditions means offering your loved ones a unique, enriching, and meaningful experience. It’s a chance to step off the beaten path, to marvel together, and to celebrate the beauty of life and the universe. So, this year, why not trade a trip to the shopping mall for a journey into the heart of nature and the stars?