Visit One Of The City's Many Christmas Markets
Where: Atwater Market, Jean-Talon Market, and Place des Arts, Montreal
When: Check market's opening hours
Why You Should Go: These markets are the perfect place to get yourself in the holiday mood.
Stroll Through Galerie Blanc
Where: 1114, rue Sainte-Catherine E., Montreal, QC
When: 24/7
Why You Should Go: This open-sky gallery lets you discover unique artworks for free.
Discover Local Boutiques At This Market
Where: Centre Culturel Georges-Vanier
When: December 3-4, 2021
Why You Should Go: For the chance to discover Montreal brands you may have never heard of before.
Check Out The Festivities On Avenue Mont-Royal
Where: Avenue Mont-Royal, Montreal, QC
When: Different dates and times for different activities
Why You Should Go: Mont-Royal is becoming a festive street this year with all kinds of unique holiday activities happening in December.
Walk Through Maison Pepin
Where: Maison Pepin; 350, rue Saint-Paul O., Montreal, QC
When: Saturdays and Sundays from November 20 to December 19
Why You Should Go: Maison Pepin is hands down the most magical allies to visit during the holiday season in Montreal.
Check Out Artists Can’t Sell's Wardrobe Sale
Where: 999, rue du Collège #40, Montreal, QC
When: Tuesday, December 21
Why You Should Go: To browse unique thrifted items and potentially purchase some too (although that part won't be free).
Watch A Meteor Shower
Beautiful Meteor Shower
Where: In the sky
When: They're supposed to be active from December 4 to December 17 but are at their peak on December 14 at 2 a.m.
Why You Should Go: To get a glimpse of some natural wonders.
Explore The Exhibitions At Fondation Phi
Where: 451 & 465, rue Saint-Jean, Montreal, QC
When: Wednesday to Sunday 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Why You Should Go: To get a much-needed dose of contemporary art.
Go See The Giant Creepy Nutcrackers On Rue Ste-Catherine
Where: Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest
Why You Should Go: These strange blowup dudes are basically becoming a must-see during every Montreal winter now.
Take A Tour Of The World's First Commercial Rooftop Greenhouse
Where: Lufa Farms; #201, 1400, rue Antonio-Barbeau, Montreal, QC
When: Depends on your selected time slot
Why You Should Go: It's a world first and it's in Montreal, so there's no reason not to check it out!
Talk A Walk In Montreal's Old Port
Where: Old Port of Montreal
Why You Should Go: Vieux-Port is at its peak radiance during the holiday season.
Get Free Parking On Week Nights & Weekends In Ville-Marie
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Where: Downtown Montreal
When: Street parking will be free in downtown Montreal on weeknights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m and on weekends, from December 3, 2021, to January 2, 2022
Why You Should Go: Ville-Marie is providing free parking spots for the holiday season, so might as well take advantage.
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