Here are some fun activities you and the whole family can enjoy in and around the Montreal area over the holidays!
[Updated on Dec 10 with more activities!]
Illumi: a Dazzling World of Lights
2805 Boulevard du Souvenir, Laval, Quebec H7V 0A3
Illumi’s magical holiday edition is back! Enjoy a dazzling experience (on foot or by car!) featuring all sorts of incredible light structures.
Croquez l’Outaouais Christmas Market
1100, boulevard Maloney Ouest, Outaouais, Quebec J8T 6G3
Until Dec 24, you can head to Les Promenades Gatineau to discover holiday products from 11 local producers and artisans.
Parc Omega
399 Route 323 Nord, Montreal, Quebec J0V 1L0
Get in touch with nature this holiday season at Parc Omega, where you can discover Canada’s incredible wildlife.
Christmas Market at Crèmerie Valois
123 Donegani, Pointe-Claire, Quebec H9R 2W3
Featuring dozens of local artisans and a wide variety of gift items, you’ll definitely find what you’re looking for at Crèmerie Valois’ Christmas Market!
AURA at Notre-Dame Basilica
110 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1T1
This captivating experience offers a four-act multimedia display of dynamic light, orchestral music, and expressive architecture.
The Jardins d’Hiver
Place Des Arts, Montreal, Quebec H2X 1Y9
Starting Dec 5, you can take a magical stroll through beautiful winter gardens to explore a trail leading up to a huge Christmas tree along with cozy cottages and enchanting dioramas.
Meet Santa: w/Special Guests Chase and Skye from Paw Patrol
7012 Chemin de la Côte-de-Liesse Montreal, Quebec H4T 1E7
On Dec 18 from noon to 4 pm, kids can take their picture with Santa from the West Indies and meet their favourite Paw Patrol characters!
Visit Santa at CF Carrefour Laval or Fairview Pointe-Claire
2025 boul le Carrefour, Laval, Quebec H7T 1C8
Enjoy a visit with Santa and capture the moment with a professional keepsake photo. Reservations required!
Montreal Science Centre Activities
2 de la Commune St. W, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 2E2
Kids can take some time during their holiday break to head to the Science Centre and experience tons of great activities, interactive exhibitions, and more!
Luminothérapie
Place des Festivals, Jeanne-Mance St, Montreal, Quebec H2X 3X5
Luminothérapie features luminous and interactive works, inviting you on a colourful stroll through the Quartier. With new installations along with old favourites, you can experience some truly magical sights and sounds!
Refrigerated Skating Rink in Westmount Park
Westmount Park, 327 Melville Ave, Westmount, Quebec H3Z 2J7
Take the whole family out for a day at Westmount Park’s skating rink!
Winter Wonderland Kit (CSL)
5851 boul Cavendish, Côte-Saint-Luc, Quebec H4W 2X8
Register with CSL for a free take-home Winter Wonderland Kit featuring lots of great activities (reading, writing, crafting, baking, and more)! Registration closes Dec 20!
