The 32ème Congrès de Trois-Rivières is scheduled for November 6–8, 2026, in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada. Narcotiques Anonymes Québec confirms the convention dates and lists the venue at 3600 boulevard Gene-H.-Kruger, Trois-Rivières, the address of the Travelodge Trois-Rivières. Narcotiques Anonymes Québec
Trois-Rivières sits along the Saint Lawrence River roughly midway between Montréal and Québec City. Its compact historic district, riverfront, museums and distinctly French-Canadian character make it easy to add a little destination time around the convention without building a complicated itinerary. Tourisme Trois-Rivières
Getting to Trois-Rivières
Trois-Rivières is primarily a driving destination for convention travelers.
The city sits along Autoroute 40 between Montréal and Québec City, making it practical for people driving from either metropolitan area. Travelers flying into Québec will generally continue by rental car, intercity bus or other ground transportation.
Because the convention venue is outside the tightest part of the historic center, having a vehicle or using taxis or rideshare-style transportation will make it easier to explore downtown and the waterfront.
Start With the Historic District
Trois-Rivières has one of the oldest urban histories in French-speaking North America.
Tourisme Trois-Rivières describes the city as the second-oldest Francophone city founded in North America, and its historic district preserves older homes, monuments, religious buildings and streets connected to centuries of local history. Tourisme Trois-Rivières
For a convention weekend, this is an ideal low-pressure outing.
Walk through the old quarter, take in the architecture, stop for coffee and head back when you're ready.
Walk Through Parc Portuaire
The Parc portuaire gives visitors one of the easiest views of the Saint Lawrence River.
Tourisme Trois-Rivières describes the park as a multi-level waterfront walking area with open views of the river, port and Laviolette Bridge. Tourisme Trois-Rivières
That makes it especially useful during a recovery convention.
You don't need reservations or a major time commitment. Spend a little time beside the river, get some fresh air and return to the convention when you're ready.
Explore the Old Prison and Musée POP!
For an indoor option, Musée POP! and the adjoining Old Prison of Trois-Rivières offer a distinctive look at Quebec culture and local history.
Tourisme Trois-Rivières notes that Musée POP! focuses on the evolving identity of Quebec society, while the historic prison next door offers guided visits through the preserved former jail. Tourisme Trois-Rivières
November is exactly the kind of month when a good indoor attraction can save the day if the weather turns cold or wet.
See More of the City's History
Trois-Rivières' historic center includes a number of smaller cultural stops that can be combined into the same walk.
Tourisme Trois-Rivières highlights the Manoir de Tonnancour, historic Rue des Ursulines, Place Pierre-Boucher and other sites through its walking route in the old quarter. Tourisme Trois-Rivières
You do not need to visit every building.
The best convention-weekend approach is to walk the neighborhood and stop wherever something catches your interest.
Spend Time Along the Saint Lawrence
The river is one of the strongest visual anchors in Trois-Rivières.
The city's waterfront walking routes provide views of both the Saint Lawrence River and Saint-Maurice River, with former industrial and port areas now converted into public riverfront spaces. Tourisme Trois-Rivières
Even in November, a short waterfront walk can be worth it if conditions are comfortable.
Bring a warm layer and expect the river breeze to make it feel colder than the temperature alone suggests.
November Is Cold and Transitional
By early November, Trois-Rivières is firmly moving toward winter.
Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1991–2020 climate normals show an average November daytime high around 4.9°C / 41°F and an average low around -1.3°C / 30°F. Climate Data Canada
That means freezing mornings, cold rain and even early snow are all possible.
Pack a warm jacket, layers and shoes that can handle wet or icy sidewalks.
Let the Weather Decide the Day
Trois-Rivières works well in November because you can shift easily between indoor and outdoor plans.
If the weather is clear, explore the historic district and riverfront.
If it is cold or rainy, move toward Musée POP!, the Old Prison or another indoor cultural stop.
That flexibility is much better than building the entire weekend around a long outdoor excursion.
Try Local Quebec Food
A trip to Trois-Rivières is also a chance to enjoy French-Canadian food and café culture.
Downtown and the historic district have restaurants, bakeries and cafés that make meals easy to combine with sightseeing.
For convention weekend, that is probably the simplest approach: choose a neighborhood you are already exploring and make the meal part of the outing.
Shared meals with other members can be one of the best parts of a recovery trip anyway.
Keep the Convention at the Center
Trois-Rivières has enough history and culture to fill several days, but the 32ème Congrès does not need to become a sightseeing marathon.
A simple weekend works well:
Attend the convention. Walk the old quarter. Spend some time by the Saint Lawrence. Visit one museum. Have dinner with people from the fellowship.
That gives you a real sense of the destination while leaving plenty of room for meetings, speakers and fellowship.
If You Have an Extra Day
An extra day gives you more time to explore the city at a slower pace.
You could spend longer downtown, add another museum, walk more of the riverfront or simply take time for a relaxed meal before starting the trip home.
Trois-Rivières sits conveniently between Montréal and Québec City, so travelers building a longer Quebec trip can also connect the convention with one of those larger destinations before or afterward.
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Official 32ème Congrès de Trois-Rivières event information Visit Narcotiques Anonymes Québec
Use the official Narcotiques Anonymes Québec event page for the latest convention details. It currently confirms November 6–8, 2026, in Trois-Rivières, at 3600 boulevard Gene-H.-Kruger. Narcotiques Anonymes Québec
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