Illustration of a Christmas market stall with ornaments, wooden toys and a smiling vendor (Le Village de Noël)
Christmas Markets

Le Village de Noël

Visitors can shop original creations from over 50 Québec artisans at the Maison des métiers d'art and sample local food products from wooden market cabins at the Marché gourmand. Outdoor entertainment includes evening marshmallow roasting by the fire, circus performances, clown shows, and traditional dance workshops. Families can visit Santa Claus at his chalet, snap pictures at the photo station, and enjoy train rides or puppet shows.

Nov 26 – Dec 13, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Maison des métiers d’art: Thursdays and Fridays, 11 h–20 h; Saturdays and Sundays, 10 h–17 h. Musicians: Saturdays and Sundays, 14 h–16 h. Marché gourmand: Fridays, 11 h–20 h. Fireside evenings: November 27, December 4 and 11 (no time stated). Saturday shows: 11 h and 14 h 30. Santa: Saturdays and Sundays, 11 h–16 h. Sunday activities: November 29, 10 h–16 h; December 6, 11 h–16 h; December 13, 11 h–16 h for the igloo and 11 h–15 h 30 for the puppet theatre. (The separately named “Les Petits samedis de Noël” runs 9 h–11 h and 12 h 30–14 h 30.).

Food & Drink

The Friday Marché gourmand offers local culinary products and treats from more than a dozen exhibitors in wooden chalets.

Location

Le Village de Sainte-Thérèse · 2 Rue Turgeon, Sainte-Thérèse, QC J7E 3H3, Canada Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring reusable shopping bags for artisan purchases at the Maison des métiers d’art, as organizers specifically remind visitors to bring them.
  • Register in advance for the free Petits samedis de Noël activities, since registration is mandatory for the cookie decorating and crafts.
  • Put Santa’s letter in an envelope addressed to Père Noël, Pôle Nord, H0H 0H0, Canada; no postage stamp is needed.
  • Drop off Santa’s letter by December 6; delivery dates are not guaranteed, though Santa replies to every letter he receives.
  • Dress warmly for the outdoor market and evening fireside activities, which take place during the late-November and December season.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Fireside evenings with marshmallow roasting take place on November 27, December 4, and December 11.
  • The November 28 Saturday program includes a traditional Québec dance workshop for everyone.
  • The December 5 Saturday program features the youth circus show “Le Noël de Monsieur Gazon.”
  • The December 12 Saturday program features the youth clown show “Le Noël de Croustade.”
  • Santa visits on Saturdays and Sundays.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I shop for at the Village?

The Maison des métiers d’art features original work from more than 50 Québec artisans and artists. Friday’s Marché gourmand offers local products from more than a dozen exhibitors.

What activities are offered for families?

Sunday activities include a small train, a circus workshop, a giant igloo with a Christmas projection and Santa story, and a travelling puppet theatre. Santa visits on Saturdays and Sundays.

Are there performances during the Village?

Saturday programming includes a traditional Québec dance workshop, a youth circus show, and a youth clown show. Musicians accompany shopping on Saturdays and Sundays.

What is offered on Friday evenings?

On designated Fridays, visitors can gather around a fire and roast marshmallows.

What should I bring if I plan to shop?

Bring reusable bags for purchases at the Maison des métiers d’art.

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