9 places to meet Santa in Montreal this December

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December is the month of good cheer, holiday festivities, and of course, Santa Claus.

Luckily, you won’t have to travel to the North Pole because Santa is making appearances all over the city throughout the month of December. Sometimes he will even be in two places at once (we won’t tell the kids if you won’t).

Check out these 9 places to meet Santa in Montreal.

Visit with Santa

Meet Santa and have your picture taken with him at Carrefour Laval All proceeds go towards The Children’s Wish Foundation.
When: Until December 24
Where: Carrefour Laval, 2025 boul le Carrefour, Laval

Santa Visits

Santa has touched down at Galeries d’Anjou. Meet the big guy and have your photo taken just in time for Christmas Day. Visits are free but be sure to reserve your spot soon!
When: Until December 24
Where: Galeries d’Anjou, 7999 les Galeries d’Anjou Blvd.

Festival Noel Dans Le Parc

Three Montreal parks will be turned into a holiday paradise this December thanks to Festival Noels Dans Le Parc. Taking place from December 1st until Christmas Day, each of the three participating parks will be filled with holiday activities like marshmallow roasting, bonfires, gift stands, Christmas tree stands, and of course, weekend Santa-sightings.
When: December 1-25
Where: Place Emilie-Gamelin, Parc des Compagnons de Saint Laurent, and Parc Lahaie

Santa’s Kingdom

Santa is back at Complexe Desjardins this Christmas! Head on over this downtown mall and marvel at Santa, his elves, and of course the grand carousel going round and round.
When: Until December 30
Where: Complexe Desjardins, 150 Ste. Catherine St. W.

Visit with Santa

Santa has returned from the North Pole. Meet him while you can, at Fairview Mall in Pointe Claire. It is recommended to book a time slot in advance online.
When: Until December 24
Where: Fairview Mall, 6801 Trans Canada Highway, Pointe Claire

Merry Montreal

Head to Old Port this holiday season and enjoy a slew of free activities, ranging from a New Year’s Eve party to outdoor yoga. Stroll through the market, set up in Place Jacques Cartier, and you’ll find gourmet food, warm drinks, artisanal crafts, and local art.
When: December 21 to 31
Where: Old Port of Montreal

Marché de Noël et des Traditions de Longueuil

Don’t miss out on this event that invites families to take a ride on the North Pole train and visit with Santa Claus. Admission is free.
When: Various date throughout December. Check website for details.
Where: St. Mark Park, 340 St. Charles St., Longueuil

Village de Noël de Montréal

Mark this on your calendars! An enchanting Christmas village is coming to Montreal this December. Village de Noël de Montréal will feature holiday vendors, delicious treats, sparkling Christmas trees, lights, Santa Claus and so much more!

When: December 7 to December 10, and December 15 to December 17
Where: Place du Marche, corner of St-Ambroise and Atwater
Time: TBA. Check website for hours.

Le Grand Marche de Noel

From December 1 to 24, Le Grand Marche de Noel will be taking over Place des Arts. This German-style Christmas market will feature food trucks, a Santa’s Cabin, Elves Workshop, and Santa’s Sleigh. There will also be carol singers, karaoke, storytime, and so many more events happening for the holiday season.

When: December 1 to 24, 2017
Market is closed from December 4 to 6 and 11 to 13
Where: Esplanade de la Place des Arts, 175 rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest
Times: Various times, check website for schedule

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