Montreal December Festivals & Events
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October 27 to January 3, 2023
Birth of Planet Earth
How did Earth become a living planet as a result of the violent birth of our solar system?
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November 12 to December 21, 2022
Montreal Bach Festival
Revel in the works of this musical giant in some of the swankiest spots in the city.
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November 16, 2022 to Janaury 16, 2023
Habitat Sonore: Listening room
This space is an invitation to sound immersion. PHI welcomes you to an intimate and relaxing environment where you can discover sound in all its forms—from sound baths to short audio films and music albums to chromotherapy. Enjoy a wide variety of poetic, meditative, and performative content.
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November 17, 2022 to March 12, 2023
Headdresses from around the World
The exhibition Headdresses from around the World, the Antoine de Galbert Collection features over 300 pieces of headwear from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. Take a journey around the world to meet the people who wore them!
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November 19 to December 31, 2022
Le Grand Marché de Noël de Montréal
Inspired by the charming Christmas traditions from around the world, this event offers a Christmas market and village with many free outdoor activities. Imagine a fairy-tale setting in the heart of Quartier Latin in downtown Montreal, bustling with life day and night, traditional log cabins, illuminated christmas trees, tasty delights and much more.
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November 24 to December 18, 2022
Montreal's Christmas Village
Take part in the cultural, festive and culinary activities that will take place in Montreal during the holiday season and celebrate in total safety, the delicious northern charm of the city.
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November 25, 2022 to Janaury 3, 2023
Railway Christmas
Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum will transport its visitors into the Magic of Christmas. Many vehicles will be decorated and illuminated in the Grand Gallery, activities will be offered and Santa will meet the visitors! Railway Christmas is a must-see event for the whole family!
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November 25, 2022 to Janaury 8, 2023
Holidays on the Point
Come to Place Royale in the heart of Old Montreal to set your sights on our seasonal decor that conjures up the coziness of ski chalets while paying tribute to winter sports. Take a break from the holiday hubbub and get comfy on our stools surrounded by light-adorned trees. The only thing missing may be a mug of hot chocolate!
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November 26, 27 and December 3,4, 2022
Holiday Market - Collectif Créatif Montréal
The perfect occasion to shop local, support your makers and get one of a kind presents for this Holiday season!
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November 26 to December 18, 2022
Jean-Talon Christmas Market
Merchants of the Jean-Talon Market suggests relaxation for a warm holiday season with the family.
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December 1, 2022 to February 5, 2023
International Digital Art Biennial
This exhibition offers a reflection on the transition that we must accomplish in this post-pandemic era disrupted both geopolitically and climatically. By taking a look at our time while trying to anticipate the consequences of our past and future decisions, these artists are in a way pathfinders, messengers.
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December 1, 2022 to March 5, 2023
LUMINOTHÉRAPIE
This winter, the heart of the city is the place to be – Luminothérapie is here to get you moving and enjoying the outdoors! With an all-new interactive experience on the Esplanade Tranquille skating rink, a series of six colourful installations on Sainte-Catherine St. extending to Phillips Square and original video projections, everyone is invited to take a break and have some fun.
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December 3 to 18, 2022
Noël sur l'Avenue
Make the most of the holiday season by participating in festive activities. On the program, the famous Marche de Noël aux flambeaux and the carriole contes et légendes. In addition, Noël dans le parc recreates a small village of yesteryear with many activities and concerts in the heart of the Avenue.
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December 3 to 31, 2022
Noël dans le Parc
The Christmas in the park festival welcomes Montrealers to experience the magic of Christmas village. Visitors will find free entertainment in the form of live music, poetry, bonfires, and many surprises.
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December 8 to 18, 2022
Salon des métiers d'art du Québec (SMAQ)
The SMAQ is 11 days to discover nearly 190 outstanding exhibiting craftsmen offering exceptional objects that carry stories. Focus on this flagship event and its 66th edition which will definitely be festive, urban and eco-responsible.
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December 9 to 30, 2022
Nutcracker
The traditional Christmas tale of Clara's journey to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets, but given a fresh appeal with multimedia projections. See the magic unfold as over 80 young dancers join 40 members of the company's corps de ballet on stage.
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December 15 to 31, 2022
Merry Montréal
Experience the festivities of the holiday season in a unique and magical setting filled with beautiful attractions and a multitude of restaurants, shops, and specialty boutiques.
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December 31, 2022
New Year's Eve Party
Get down and warm yourself up with the whole family at the hottest party of the season! At 7 p.m., the Old Port and Place Jacques-Cartier will come alive with Montreal’s biggest New Year’s Eve party. At the stroke of midnight, marvel at the fireworks and dance the night away until 2 AM to the sounds of our DJ.
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Annually in December
Nutcracker Market
Annually at the end of November - The Nutcracker Market offers values such as originality and rarity as far as the selection of merchants, products and services, with a magical setting inspiring a sense of wonder so typical of the holiday spirit. Exhibitor categories include, among others, jewellery, dinnerware, local products, interior and outdoor décor items, body-care products and toys.
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Annually in December
Salon du jeu de société de Montréal
The Salon du jeu de société de Montréal is a board game convention for beginners and experienced gamers. Try the latest games releases, talk to designers and play their prototypes, include new games to your collection and much more! The SJSM is an event to discover the amazing world of board games with your family or friends!
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Annually in December
Who Is the Real Santa Claus?
December is the time to meet Santa Clauses from around the world, accompanied by our interpreter-guides. During the month of December, young and old alike are invited to come see Babushka, Melchior, Black Peter and Santa Claus.
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Annually in December
Fire on Ice
The Holidays start with a bang when these musical fireworks light up the sky over the the Old Port. Magical, spectacular fireworks -a unique, innovative show every time- burst over the St. Lawrence to create a thoroughly original urban winter experience.
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Annually from December to March
Skating Events at the Old Port
Being festive is the Old Port’s guiding principle, and no efforts are spared to live up to it. Each season brings new and exclusive events, festivals, shows, celebrations, and more. With marvellous music and glorious gastronomy to cater to all tastes and cultures, you’ll find here a cordial atmosphere to delight and nourish, and so much more.