Grand Prix Ski-Doo de Valcourt

Annual winter motorsports festival held each February at Circuit Yvon‑Duhamel in Valcourt, the home of BRP/Ski‑Doo. The event features snocross, ice‑oval races, snow bike and ATV competitions plus evening entertainment and family activities.

Expect thousands of spectators, dedicated fan zones and local vendors across a multi‑day program; the Grand Prix is marketed as the region’s largest winter motorized‑sports event and draws national competitors and teams.

At the Grand Prix you’ll watch high‑speed snocross heats and ice‑oval snowmobile races from grandstands and perimeter viewing areas.

What you’ll see and do:

• Multiple race formats: snocross, ice‑oval, snow bike and ATV on ice circuits.
• Evening parties and entertainment in fan zones with food trucks and vendors.
• Family area with free activities and kid‑friendly programming.
• Large paddock area where teams and racers prepare — good for photos and autographs.

Best way to experience it: arrive early for parking and paddock access, bring warm layered clothing and ear protection, and check the official schedule for heat times and evening events.

• Event runs over several days in February; check exact dates before travel.
• Circuit address: 917, route 222 (Circuit Yvon‑Duhamel) in Valcourt.
• Expect cold, windy conditions on exposed grandstands; dress for winter weather.
• Onsite amenities and vendor hours vary by day; bring cash/card for concessions.