Montréal – Montréal’s festival scene doesn’t cool down once the snow flies…au contraire! It only heats up, with a full calendar of events designed to warm your heart – and your toes! Culture, sports, gastronomy or arts: an avalanche of exciting activities runs from December to March, all fun and interesting ways to celebrate winter – day or night – in Montréal.
The the Great Christmas Market returns to light up the Place des Festivals with its charming log cabins and twinkly lights. Grab a delicious mug of hot wine and head out to explore the wares of over forty local and regional artisans, perfect for finding that special something for the special someone on your list, while enjoying free on-site entertainment.
For the 15th year running, the Quartier des Spectacles will light up with a dazzling array of interactive installations and never-before-seen video projections. LUMINO, formerly known as Luminothérapie, invites everyone to reconnect with their inner child. This vibrant, artistic celebration of winter showcases the work of over 20 diverse artists. Sainte-Catherine Street, the many Quartier des Spectacles façades, and the Esplanade tranquille skating rink, where you can experience the new “Au bord du lac Tranquille” activity where a fascinating marine world awakens under your feet, will become your playground from late November to early March.
This year, Christmas is coming to a Park near you! Relocating from Parc Émilie-Gamelin, Christmas in the Park will be set up on the Parterre of the Quartier des Spectacles, right across from the Maison symphonique. From December 6 to 31, feel the magic of the holidays with a variety of shows, storytelling and fun activities. The festival will also bring festive cheer to Parc des Compagnons-de-Saint-Laurent and Parc Lahaie in the Plateau-Mont-Royal.