{"id":242550,"date":"2025-12-13T07:11:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-13T12:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/?p=242550"},"modified":"2026-05-08T15:52:47","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T15:52:47","slug":"what-to-do-quebec-december-holiday-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/experiences\/what-to-do-quebec-december-holiday-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Activities and Outings in Quebec in December During the Holiday Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-christmas-markets\">Christmas Markets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Explore Quebec&#8217;s <strong>Christmas Markets<\/strong> for local shopping and an unforgettable festive atmosphere. Discover our selection of the best markets in the province:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Montreal<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Montreal Christmas Village<\/strong>, from November 27 to December 21, 2025. Atwater Market Square is a must-visit location with over 90 free activities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Grand Christmas Market<\/strong>, from November 21, 2025 to January 4, 2026. Place des Festivals, in the Quartier des spectacles, offers the public over 150 free activities. Take the opportunity to warm up at the <strong>Aeroplan Orangery<\/strong>, an indoor space where you can drink, eat, and maybe even receive a surprise;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Ritz-Carlton Montreal Christmas Market<\/strong>, from December 11 to 24, 2025. A chic festive experience with pop-up boutiques, gourmet treats, and a holiday atmosphere in the heart of the hotel!<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Lanaudi\u00e8re<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The<strong> L&#8217;Assomption Christmas Market<\/strong>, from November 27 to December 23, 2025. Over 60 exhibitors and a giant 35-foot igloo;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The<strong> Terrebonne Christmas Market<\/strong>, from December 5 to 21, 2025 (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) on \u00cele-des-Moulins. Activities include nutcracker decorating and mini-wreath making.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"785\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/marche-noel-montreal.jpg\" alt=\"Activities and Outings in Quebec in December During the Holiday Season - Montreal Christmas market\" class=\"wp-image-418810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/marche-noel-montreal.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/marche-noel-montreal-450x294.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/marche-noel-montreal-1024x670.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/marche-noel-montreal-200x131.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/marche-noel-montreal-768x502.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Capitale-Nationale<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Grand Christmas Market, <\/strong>from November 22 to December 24, 2025. Again this year, over 250 businesses, artists, and artisans will gather at the Grand Christmas Market of the Quebec Horticultural Cooperative, offering a festive atmosphere, local crafts, and regional products;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>German Christmas Market of Quebec<\/strong>, from November 20 to December 23, 2025 (open Thursdays to Sundays, with extensions on December 22 and 23) in Old Quebec.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Eastern Townships<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Sutton Christmas Market<\/strong>, on November 29 and 30, and December 6 and 7, 2025. Around thirty exhibitors, crafts, gourmet treats, a warm atmosphere under a heated marquee, and Santa Claus present for children.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Outaouais<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>LPG Christmas Market, 100% Croquez l\u2019Outaouais<\/strong>!, is back for its 9th edition from November 26 to December 24, 2025. It\u2019s the perfect place to discover products from local agricultural and agri-food businesses in the region.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Saguenay European Christmas Market<\/strong> will take place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from December 4 to 14, 2025. Discover a charming little village of 32 traditional wooden cabins in a magical, illuminated setting inspired by the great European markets.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-outdoor-activities\">Outdoor Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From snowshoeing to cross-country skiing, including tobogganing, here are some suggested places to enjoy winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Montreal<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The winter trails of <strong>Jean-Drapeau Park<\/strong> offer a host of activities, including cross-country skiing and snowshoeing;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immerse yourself in nature with <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/montreal-l195\/randonnee-a-velo-electrique-sur-le-mont-royal-t80010\/?partner_id=ZY1F7XE&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\">an electric bike ride<\/a> on Mount Royal;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Christmas in the Park<\/strong> offers more than a hundred shows for the whole family in some Montreal parks.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Patin-a-glace.png\" alt=\"Activities and Outings in Quebec in December During the Holiday Season - Ice skating\" class=\"wp-image-190501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Patin-a-glace.png 940w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Patin-a-glace-450x377.png 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Patin-a-glace-200x168.png 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Patin-a-glace-768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='s'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='post'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_post container_template--s container_count--2'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"post_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"338830,246648\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article><article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Capitale-Nationale<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Try <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/ville-de-quebec-l281\/quebec-canot-a-glace-avec-chocolat-chaud-et-sauna-t344246\/?partner_id=ZY1F7XE&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\">ice canoeing on the St. Lawrence River<\/a> during a guided excursion and also enjoy a moment of relaxation in a Nordic sauna;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Saint-Jean-de-l&#8217;\u00cele-d&#8217;Orl\u00e9ans, you could book a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/saint-jean-de-l-ile-d-orleans-l155959\/location-de-motoneige-avec-guide-1h30-t440764\/?partner_id=ZY1F7XE&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\">guided snowmobile adventure<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try fat biking at <strong>Domaine Maizerets<\/strong>, cross-country skiing on the <strong>Plains of Abraham<\/strong>, or free tobogganing at <strong>Pointe-aux-Li\u00e8vres Park<\/strong>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jacques-Cartier National Park<\/strong> will enchant you with its <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/ville-de-quebec-l281\/quebec-randonnee-en-raquettes-dans-le-parc-national-de-la-jacques-cartier-t314147\/?partner_id=ZY1F7XE&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\">snowshoeing trails<\/a> on some of the most beautiful trails;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Looking for a thrill? Head to the Winter Playground at <strong>Village Vacances Valcartier<\/strong>, day and night, 20 minutes from Quebec;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the various installations of the <strong>Illumine Baie-Saint-Paul<\/strong> event.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Saguenay<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Want to try ice fishing? Head to <strong>Glaces du Fjord<\/strong> in Saguenay for a unique experience;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saguenay\u2013Lac-Saint-Jean is nicknamed the snowmobile paradise with its 3,800 km of maintained trails. Go enjoy them!<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Abitibi-T\u00e9miscamingue<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Agnico Eagle trail in the <strong>Val-d\u2019Or Recreational Forest<\/strong> is ideal for getting some fresh air: grab your skates and explore the ice trail.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='s'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='post'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_post container_template--s container_count--2'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"post_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"417953,247119\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article><article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-winter-terraces\">Winter Terraces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Ritz-Carlton Montreal Winter Terrace<\/strong>, which we recently visited, offers a luxurious and cozy atmosphere under the COAT LAB theme, perfect for enjoying signature cocktails and seasonal treats. The place is decorated in holiday colours with magical lights and ornaments. It is open until December 21, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a glimpse of our experience on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DR5gqXADgo4\/\">Instagram.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Belvu Terrace<\/strong>, located on the rooftop of the Montreal Marriott Ch\u00e2teau Champlain hotel, offers an urban experience with views of downtown Montreal, outdoor fireplaces, and a heated area to enjoy winter in comfort. Visitors can enjoy comforting cocktails and small bites while admiring the winter scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>William Gray Winter Terrace<\/strong>, on the rooftop of the William Gray Hotel in Old Montreal, charming with its warm and intimate atmosphere. It offers heated domes, outdoor fireplaces, blankets, and soft lighting. Mulled wine and creative cocktails accompany visitors in this picturesque setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bivouac winter terrace<\/strong>, located in the Quartier des Spectacles, features an urban chalet style with private huts, outdoor fires, and magical lights. Perfect for evenings with friends or a romantic night out, it offers a gourmet winter menu and hot drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-winter-generosity\">Winter Generosity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The holiday season is synonymous with kindness. Here are some suggestions for <strong>volunteering<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.guignolee.ca\/fr\/benevoles\">Guignol\u00e9e des m\u00e9dias<\/a>: food drive;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.operationnezrouge.com\/\">Op\u00e9ration Nez Rouge<\/a>; volunteer shuttle service;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/pasdelarue.org\/benevolat\/\">PAS de la rue<\/a>: inclusive support for people aged 55 and over in very precarious situations or who are homeless;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For all types of volunteering: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jebenevole.ca\">jebenevole.ca.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-save-with-points\">Save With Points<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The holiday season is also a great time to treat yourself to a nice meal at a restaurant or discover new cocktails with friends or family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to try <strong>Sabayon<\/strong> restaurant in Montreal, which topped <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/news\/airlines\/canadian-restaurants-air-canada\/\">Air Canada\u2019s list of Best New Restaurants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best strategy to save is to get the <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/credit-cards\/nbc-world-elite-mastercard\/\">National Bank World Elite Mastercard<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/credit-cards\/american-express-cobalt-card\/\">American Express Cobalt Card<\/a> to earn 5 points per dollar on your spending at restaurants and bars.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='compare'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='card'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_card container_template--compare container_count--2'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"card_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"22621,401432\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-utm=\"wpb\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\n    <div class=\"card card-list card-list-header\">\n        <div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar shimmer-dark shimmer-bar--short card-specs--title\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar shimmer-dark shimmer-bar--short card-specs--title\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-list\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card-list--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-graphic-cta shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--title-offer\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-list--offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-list\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card-list--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-graphic-cta shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--title-offer\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-list--offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"festivities_where_to_spend_christmas_in_montreal_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tFestivities: where to spend Christmas in Montreal?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>You could visit the Quartier des Spectacles to experience the 15th edition of Lumino and go skating at Esplanade Tranquille, then head to the Grand Christmas Market. After dark, hop aboard one of the 42 cabins of La Grande Roue de Montr\u00e9al for a breathtaking view of the city.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"outings_where_to_see_santa_claus_in_town_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tOutings: where to see Santa Claus in town?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>Santa Claus will be very busy in December, but he always makes a stop at certain libraries in Montreal. The Kingdom of Santa Claus at Complexe Desjardins will also be welcoming him until December 24, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"are_there_free_or_low-cost_activities_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tAre there free or low-cost activities?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>In Montreal, many winter activities are accessible without spending a fortune. You can skate on the Esplanade Tranquille in the Quartier des Spectacles, stroll through the Montreal Christmas Village at Atwater Market, or visit the Grand Christmas Market at Place des Festivals, all offering free entertainment and a festive atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"where_to_do_local_christmas_shopping_in_montreal_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhere to do local Christmas shopping in Montreal?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>To find handmade gifts and regional products, head to the Montreal Christmas Village at Atwater Market and the Grand Christmas Market at Place des Festivals. These markets bring together local artisans and creators and offer many original and festive gift ideas.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"which_places_to_take_christmas_photos_in_montreal_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhich places to take Christmas photos in Montreal?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>The best photo spots are in the Quartier des Spectacles with its illuminations and ice rinks, at the Montreal Christmas Village and the Grand Christmas Market at Place des Festivals. 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