Marché de Noël de Saint-Hyacinthe
Visitors can browse a changing selection of regional artisans, food producers, and street food trucks offering gourmet goods and handcrafted gifts. Festive entertainment fills the streets, including visits from Santa Claus, roaming elves, a cappella carolers, choirs, and folk dancing presentations. Guests can also warm up with hot chocolate, coffee, or mulled wine around designated terrace and comfort zones.
What to Expect
Rotating artisan and food vendors around Saint-Hyacinthe's public market.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Saint-Hyacinthe
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
SDC centre-ville Saint-Hyacinthe
Food & Drink
Food exhibitors and street-food trucks offer items such as mini donuts and churros, while a downtown chalet serves hot chocolate, coffee, and mulled wine.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and holiday shoppers
Vibe
Festive and welcoming
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: L’événement est gratuit.
- Hours: Friday: 15 h à 19 h; Saturday: 10 h à 17 h; Sunday: 10 h à 16 h.
- Pets: Les chiens en laisse sont acceptés.
Tips & Advice
- Bring some cash, because every exhibitor accepts it but only some take cards, though there is an ATM just steps from the market.
- Come back on more than one weekend, since the lineup of exhibitors changes each weekend and you'll meet new vendors on every visit.
- Bring the kids on Saturday, November 28 with a letter to Santa, and they'll get a treat, a drawing and a reply from the elves.
- Dress for the weather, because the market runs rain or shine and only closes if conditions become dangerous for visitors and exhibitors.
- Plan around Saturday, December 12 or Saturday, December 19 if you want to see Santa, who makes several appearances during the day.
Special Events & Promotions
- Letters to Santa on Saturday, November 28: each child who drops off a letter gets an exclusive drawing, a Nutcracker Hunt card, a sweet treat and a personal reply from the elves by mail before Christmas
- Country evening with the Winslow Dancers on Friday, December 4, with a beginner-friendly country dance lesson, demonstrations, free dancing and Christmas-themed country tunes
- Santa visits on Saturday, December 12 and Saturday, December 19
- Christmas Dogs Day presented by Bio Biscuit: a treat for every dog, a dog parade led by Santa, a photographer on site and a door-prize draw
- Raph le Magicien magic shows on Sunday, December 13
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, leashed dogs are welcome.
Do vendors take cards?
Each exhibitor runs its own booth, so payment options vary. All accept cash and some also take cards. There's an ATM just steps from the market.
Does the market go ahead in rain or snow?
Yes, it runs rain or shine. It only closes if conditions become dangerous for visitors and exhibitors.
Are the vendors the same every weekend?
No. Each weekend brings new exhibitors, from downtown Saint-Hyacinthe, the MRC des Maskoutains and elsewhere in Quebec.
Where can I get a hot drink?
Stop at the little downtown house near the Terrasse ZENIA for hot chocolate, coffee or mulled wine.
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