Quebec City’s German Christmas Market (Marché de Noël allemand de Québec) turns Old Québec into a European-style Christmas village, and it’s well worth the trip from Montreal.
Key facts
- Dates: Thursday, November 19 to Wednesday, December 23, 2026
- Open: Thursday to Sunday each week, plus Monday, December 21 and Tuesday, December 22
- Where: Old Québec, around City Hall: Place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville, the Jardins de l’Hôtel-de-Ville, Place D’Youville and Rue Sainte-Anne
- Admission: free
- Website: quebec-cite.com
What to expect
- Around 125 exhibitors in wooden stalls
- Mulled wine, pretzels, sausages and German Christmas pastries
- Shows, choirs and family activities
- Twinkling lights across Old Québec’s historic streets
The market was founded by Quebec City’s German community to recreate the spirit of European Christmas markets.
Getting there from Montreal
Quebec City is about 3 hours from Montreal by car, train or bus. If you drive, park outside the old walls and walk in. Christmas in Quebec City
Tips
- Go on a Thursday or Sunday to avoid the Saturday crowds.
- Bring a reusable cup for hot drinks.
- Stay overnight to see Old Québec lit up after the market closes.
More markets: Christmas markets near Montreal
