The Montreal Christmas Village (Village de Noël de Montréal) is the city’s coziest Christmas market, set up beside the historic Atwater Market and the Lachine Canal in Saint-Henri. It runs from November 26 to December 24, 2026.
Key facts
- Dates: Thursday, November 26 to Thursday, December 24, 2026
- Where: Place du Marché Atwater, Saint-Ambroise Street at Atwater Avenue (138 Atwater Avenue)
- Metro: Lionel-Groulx
- Admission: free
- Website: noelmontreal.ca
Opening hours
| Period | Hours |
|---|---|
| Opening day, Thursday Nov 26 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. |
| Fridays until Dec 18 | 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. (until 10 p.m. on Nov 27) |
| Saturdays | 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. |
| Sundays | 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| Dec 18 – 23 | Open daily (11 a.m. – 6 p.m. from Dec 21 to 23) |
| Thursday, Dec 24 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
Before December 18, the village is open Friday to Sunday only.
What to expect
- Armchairs around crackling fire pits
- Chalets full of handmade goods from local artisans and makers
- The Montreal Raclette Party, a giant melted-cheese evening that draws thousands of people (2026 date to be announced; hours are extended that night)
- Atwater Market’s butchers, cheese shops and bakeries next door, plus Christmas tree stands
Tips
- Pick up dinner: shop for cheese, bread and tourtière at Atwater Market while you’re there.
- Walk the Lachine Canal for winter views.
- Combine it with Saint-Henri: the neighbourhood is full of great restaurants and cafés. Saint-Henri and the Southwest
- Buy your tree: see where to buy a Christmas tree.
Compare all the markets: Montreal Christmas markets guide
