We’re in the middle of writing our Christmas Bucket List and – this is serious – we’ve dedicated an entire section to holiday markets and all their wonders.
Braziers, the smell of fir, Santa Baby, a few snowflakes and local artisans – and we’re going hungry. Mulled wine, of course. And pretzels, raclette cheese on thick slices of bread, hot chocolate, gingerbread… We have the delicate palate of a child who has just discovered sugar, and we’re ready to criss-cross the hills of Quebec to spend a few hours at a sweet Christmas market.
Within a 3-hour drive of Montreal, we’ve got a list of 8 Christmas markets to visit in the region this holiday season…
1 – Québec City’s German Christmas Market
Inspired by the great European Christmas markets, Quebec City’s German Christmas Market transforms Old Quebec into a mountain village.
There are 90 exhibitors with local products, artisans and old European classics (pretzels, glühwein, etc.).
Where? Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, Quebec City
When? November 20 to December 23, 2025, Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (open all day on December 22 and 23).
How far from Montreal? 3 hours by car
2.l’Assomption Christmas Market
Since 2009, this artisanal market has transformed downtown Assomption into the nerve center of the Lanaudière holiday season.
On December 6, 2025, there will be a Santa Claus parade, for those who missed it in Montreal in November…
Where? Boulevard de l’Ange Gardien, L’Assomption
When? November 27 to December 23, 2025, open Thursday to Saturday, noon to 8 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. and December 22 and 23 noon to 5 p.m.
How far is it from Montreal? 1h10 by car
3 Joliette Christmas Market
After European-style Christmas markets, we’re off to Joliette for a traditional Québécois Christmas market – with music, crafts and traditions from the region’s festive season.
Where? 445 rue Notre-Dame, Joliette
When? November 30 to December 23, 2025
How far from Montreal? 1h20 by car
4. Terrebonne Christmas Market
The Terrebonne Christmas Market brings together crafts and traditions under one roof at the Salon des Artisans de Terrebonne.
It’s a great opportunity to take a stroll around the area, along the cobblestone streets – but much closer to downtown Montreal than Quebec City.
Where? 901 rue Saint-Louis, Vieux Terrebonne
When? December 5 to 21, 2025
How far from Montreal? 50min by car
5 Longueuil Christmas and Traditions Market
The Marché de Noël de Longueuil (Longueuil Christmas and Traditions Market) celebrates Quebec artisans and old-world know-how, and is one of the biggest in the region. We hear the hot chocolate, too, will be old-fashioned…
Where? Parc St. Mark, 340, rue Saint-Charles Ouest, Vieux-Longueuil
When? November 28 to December 21, 2025
How far from Montreal? 50min by car
6. Brossard Christmas Market
The Centre socioculturel Alphonse-Lepage in Brossard hosts the Marché de Noël for a long weekend in November, and all the magic of Christmas is packed into three days of music, crafts, seasonal snacks and children’s entertainment.
Where? Centre socioculturel Alphonse Lepage, 7905 Av. San Francisco, Brossard
When? November 14 to 16, 2025
How far from Montreal? 20min by car
7Laval Christmas Market
The Centre de la nature in Laval is transformed into a winter market where over 50 local artisans offer quality products for our Christmas table…
Where? Centre de la nature à Laval, 901 Av. du Parc, Laval
When? December 5 to 7 and December 12 to 14, 2025
How far from Montreal? 50min by car
8.Christmas in Old Aylmer
Stroll the streets around the Centre culturel du Vieux-Aylmer to discover over 55 merchants offering a variety of products and treats. A charming tradition in a picturesque setting.
Where? Centre culturel du Vieux-Aylmer, 120 rue Principale, Gatineau
When? Friday, November 28 to Sunday, December 7, 2025
How far from Montreal? 2h45min by car
9 Hudson Christmas Market
In an idyllic setting that makes us want to borrow a beaver muff from our grandmother, we’re off to the Hudson Christmas Market!
We’ ll be able to meet Santa Claus, grab a bite to eat under the tent, buy Christmas gifts from local artisans and take festive photos with the kids…
Where? Alibi Barn at 422 Main Street, Hudson, QC
When? November 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 and December 5, 6 and 7
How far from Montreal? 55min drive
10 .Sherbrooke Station Christmas Market
For the holiday season, the Marché de la Gare is transformed into a bright and delicious Christmas Market.
Every weekend from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout December, there will be holiday-themed activities – carols, bonfires, and maybe even a visit from Santa Claus…
Where? 710 Place de la Gare, Sherbrooke
When? November 15 to December 22, 2025
How to get there? Sherbrooke is a 1h45-minute drive from Montreal (roughly) and just over 2 hours by bus with Limocar.