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The Montreal Weather Forecast Is Ruling Out The Possibility Of A White Christmas

While Montreal officially received its first snowstorm of the season in early December, it appears as if we won't be having another snowfall for quite a while, ruling out the possibility of a white Christmas in Montreal.

Despite snow wreaking havoc on the city, affecting driving conditions and sidewalks, there's nothing quite like waking up on Christmas morning to the sight of a subtle snowfall. Well, for Montrealers hoping for that to be the case this year, it seems as if the holiday magic won't be in effect this year.

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Montreal's Christmas Bar Is Back — Here's All Yule Need To Know

Montreal's festive bar scene is getting a holly jolly shake-up with the return of "Miracle." Through December 26, the seasonal cocktail sensation serves a merry mix of yuletide spirits and kitschy decor at 132 Bar Vintage. The atmosphere is cheesy and charming, making it an irresistible stop for both the Christmas-obsessed and the bah-humbug brigade.

The cocktail menu spans a dozen creatively crafted drinks that taste like Christmas in a glass. From the "Christmapolitan," a festive take on the classic Cosmo with vodka, elderflower, and spiced cranberry, to the "Snowball Old-Fashioned," where rye whiskey meets gingerbread, each drink is a merry masterpiece.

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This Montreal Christmas Village Has Sparkling Deco, Live DJs & Trees For Sale

The traditional "silent night" is anything but at this Montreal Christmas Village. For Festival Noël dans le Parc, the holiday season is loud and lively with music, lights, and action. The place is decked out with fairy lights and has a classic winter market vibe with its wooden chalet-style stalls and stages. You can also pick out a Christmas tree on-site from a variety of locally sourced options.

People stand in front of a stage at Festival No\u00ebl dans le Parc.People stand in front of a stage at Festival Noël dans le Parc.@festivalnoeldansleparc | Instagram

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A Montreal Area Christmas Market Ranked Among The Best In The World

The countdown to Christmas is officially on and this world-renowned Christmas market only 30 minutes from Montreal featuring twinkling lights, alpine-inspired stalls and towering Christmas trees ought to get you into the festive spirit.

Big Seven Travel rounded up the 50 best Christmas markets across the world in 2022 and two Canadian locations made the list, one of which is right here in la belle province.

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Atwater Market's Magical Village De Noël Is Back & You Can Drink With Santa

Montreal Christmas markets are a great way to get into the holiday spirit and see how different parts of the city celebrate the season.

The Atwater Christmas market — Le Village de Noël de Montréal — is back for its seventh year, making the perfect place for friends and family to gather during the cold, dark days of December.

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I Tried Montreal Christmas Pop-Up Bar Miracle & The Cocktails Alone Are Worth The Detour (PHOTOS)

The Christmas pop-up bar series Miracle has finally made it back to our city, and MTL Blog got a firsthand look at the magical transformation of the 132 Bar Vintage in Ahuntsic. With cheesy decorations both indoors and outdoors, you plunge immediately into the holiday spirit as you walk inside.

There are some stellar details that make the place an ideal 5 à 7 spot for Yule enthusiasts, such as the countless fairy lights, hanging stockings, and walls covered in wrapping papers and sugar canes.

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Montreal's Atwater Christmas Village Is Hosting An Alsatian Food Night With Sausages & Taters

Montreal's Atwater Market is hosting a festive "knack party" at its Christmas Village on December 2. Attendees will stuff their bellies the Alsatian way with traditional Strasbourg sausages and other dishes from the eastern French region.

The "party" consists of $11.06 plates with knack sausage, potato salad and bread on the side. The tasty event will only take place on Friday, December 2 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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Queerphobic Trolls Can't Cope With Montreal's Santa Claus Parade Featuring A Drag Queen

After a two-year break, Christmas fanatics can finally see Montreal's popular Santa Claus parade downtown this year. More than 400,000 people are expected to join the festivities on November 19 from 11 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. on rue Sainte-Catherine. For the 70th edition, the Quebec Santa Claus will once again be joined by the Star Fairy, played by drag queen Barbada de Barbades.

Backlash from tolls ensued, with a series of negative comments, and queerphobic and transphobic remarks on Twitter directed at the artist. Nevertheless, organizers have no intention of changing their plans.

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Old Montreal's Christmas Alley Is Coming Back For Magical Holiday Photo Shoots This Year

Feeling the Christmas spirit yet? If not, this fun activity starting at end of November should do the trick. After what organizers say was a big success in 2021, Old Montreal shop Maison Pepin will once again host private photoshoot sessions in its dreamy Christmas alley.

For $150, a professional photographer will be at your disposal to take pics in the enchanting outdoor holiday setting. You can also bring a date to capture some cheesy romantic poses or go solo because you can rock it on your own.

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Montreal's 3 Christmas Markets Are Officially Coming Back — Here's What's New (EXCLUSIVE)

We were dying to know more about the upcoming Montreal Christmas markets, so we had to ask La Lutinerie what's up. Line Basbous, founder and general director of the non-profit organization behind Montreal's Christmas markets, generously accepted to give MTL Blog an exclusive interview before the official release of info.

According to Basbous, the Grand Marché de Noël de Montréal at the Quartier des Spectacles will open on November 19, the Village de Noël de Montréal at Atwater Market on November 24 and the Marché de Noël at Jean-Talon Market on November 26.

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Tickets For Montreal's Magical Harry Potter Christmas Ball Are Now On Sale

Last week, we announced the arrival of a Christmas ball inspired by the Harry Potter saga in Griffintown this winter. You can now get your tickets to attend the magical event, which will run from November to January 2023.

If you didn't join the waitlist to get exclusive access before the tickets were released to the public, no need to panic, as you still have plenty of sessions available in both English and French.

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6 Outdoor Things To Do In Montreal This Weekend That Are Actually Fun & Not Closed

It's Christmas weekend in Montreal, and the city is looking festive! Regardless of whether or not you celebrate, there are still plenty of things to do if you want to enjoy some holiday magic.

Sure, there are COVID-19 measures in effect, but you can still get outside and explore your city. From enchanting scenery to winter sports to illuminated walks with a cup of hot cocoa in hand, Omicron can't take away ALL our fun.

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