***Please be advised: We work hard to collect all the information listed. You should always call ahead to make sure the times and locations are correct before attending any event. Times and locations can change once we have published our list***
Friday, December 15
Visit the Zoo Ecomuseum (Ste Anne de Bellevue)
Did you know we have a beautiful zoo right in our own backyard?
Numerous animals living in their own habitat. A definete Must see.
Tickets Must be purchased in advance. Support our local zoo.
Where: 21125 Chemin Ste. Marie, Ste Anne de Bellevue
Time: 9am to 5pm
Cost: Various prices- please refer to the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info:
https://zooecomuseum.ca/en/visitor-information/
Musee Pour Enfants (Laval)
Take a tour of all the amazing jobs in our world. Your child is able to try out each one. Jobs range from Firetruck, grocery stores, garage, Doctors and so much more. A place of discovery and amusement for the whole family.
No reservation required.
Where: 3805 Boulevard Cure Labelle, Laval
Time: 9am to 6pm
Ages: All ages
Cost: $25 per child, $10 per adult, babies less than 17mths with paying adult free.
Additional Info: https://www.museepourenfants.com/
Montreal Science Center (Old Port, Montreal)
Come explore activities and experiments that pull your entire body into the fun! Explore the ingenuity of simple machines like pulleys, gears and levers all in a life-size format. Step inside Mini Mondo, a fascinating, interactive world where children adventure out and explore their environment.
Visit many exhibitions and also an option is to see a movie at the IMAX theatre. Lots to do with the family. Must purchase tickets online.
Where: 2 rue de la commune ouest, Montreal
Time: 9am to 4pm
Cost: Entrance fees vary depending on the activity. Visit the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://www.montrealsciencecentre.com/
Omega Park (Montebello)
Omega Park and its animals welcome you with open arms to show you the wildlife of Quebec, all at only a short drive from Montreal! Are you planning a day out at Omega Park as a family, group or couple? Below you willl find the details of our prices and opening hours depending on the season.
Where: 399 Route 323 Nord, Montebello
Time: 9:30am to 5pm
Cost: Adults 16+ $30.44 each,
6 to 15 yrs- $21.74, 2 to 5yrs old- $12.18
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: www.parcomega.ca
La Grande Roue de Montreal (Montreal)
Enjoy a panorama view of Montreal 60 meters high. All covid protocol is put into place and each pod is cleaned after each group. Book your tickets in advance.
Where: Old Port of Montreal, Bonsecours Basin
Time: 10am to 11pm
Ages: All ages
Cost: The cost varies depending on your choice of package. Check the website
Additional Info: https://www.lagranderouedemontreal.com/
Exporail( Saint Constant)
Exporail delights visitors of all ages by operating a railway museum which is fun to experience, and educates and informs at multiple levels in both official languages. As the leading railway museum in Canada, it strives to be among the best in the world.
** MUST purchase your tickets in advance.
Where: 110, Saint-Pierre Street, Saint-Constant
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Adults $21.20, students (13-17) $12.75, children (3-12) $10.60
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://www.exporail.org/en/plan-your-visit/visit/
Mira Amusement West Island ( Pointe Claire)
Family Entertainment Arcade Center
Where: Sources mega Center, 48c Brunswick Blvd, Pointe Claire
Time: 11am to 1am
Cost: Free entrance- Cost to play games
Ages: 5 and up
Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/miraamusementwestisland
Atrium 1000 (Montreal)
This unique indoor skating rink invites you to lace up your skates and glide to the lively beat of music year-round. With the sun rays shining through the immense glass dome above, the Atrium Le 1000 stands out; it is located on the main floor of Montreal’s and the province of Quebec’s tallest building!
Where: Atrium 1000, 1000 rue de la Gauchetiere, Montreal
Time: 11:30am to 6pm
Cost: $9.00 per person. Skate rentals are available as well at a cost
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: Schedule and Rates | Atrium Le 1000
Dorval Holiday Market (Dorval)
Dorval Holiday Market
In the heart of the Dorval Village
December 1 to 17
Discover our local businesses and enjoy the roaming entertainment while getting some holiday shopping done. An unforgettable experience awaits you at the Dorval Holiday Market!
Inspired by European markets, the outdoor site will showcase local artisans and products, as well as tasty discoveries, all in an enchanting atmosphere enhanced by beautiful lighting, background music, and small wooden cabins serving as booths for merchants.
The Dorval Holiday Market, displayed in the parking lot located at the intersection of Tulip and Dawson avenues, will be open during the first three weekends of December.
Opening hours
– Friday: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
– Saturday: Noon to 9 p.m.
– Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
We encourage all visitors to bring their own reusable bags for shopping. Part of the profits from this event will be donated to West Island Community Shares.
In the spirit of this season of giving, a drop-off area for food donations will be set up in a designated area. The items dropped off will be donated to the City’s Community Aid, which will distribute them to Dorval residents in need.
Where: 475 Lakeshore road, Dorval
Time: 4pm to 9pm
Cost: free entrance
Ages: All ages
Additional info: https://www.facebook.com/events/709188030796702/709188040796701/?
Magical Holiday at Illumi (Laval)
illumi is a magical, dazzling and extraordinary nocturnal adventure where inventive and surprising concepts are transposed into thousands of larger-than-life light structures that take shape with 25 million LED bulbs. Cavalia presents a new illumi where most of the universes and light structures are original, never-before-seen creations. illumi offers an epic and imaginary adventure for kids and adults alike. Visitors travel to new and jaw-dropping worlds through a spectacular journey, on foot or by car. The fantastic three-kilometer route is absolutely mesmerizing. Cutting-edge programming technologies, high-definition projections that blur the boundaries of reality, and animatronic Jurassic creatures that immerse visitors in scenes worthy of Hollywood films also make illumi the family event of the year not to be missed in Quebec. The tradition continues in Laval with the largest light, sound, and multimedia show in the world!
Where: 2805 boulevard du Souvenir, Laval
Time: 4:30pm and on
Cost: Various Price Options check the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: illumi Laval by Cavalia – official website
Saturday , December 16
Visit the Zoo Ecomuseum (Ste Anne de Bellevue)
Did you know we have a beautiful zoo right in our own backyard?
Numerous animals living in their own habitat. A definete Must see.
Tickets Must be purchased in advance. Support our local zoo.
Where: 21125 Chemin Ste. Marie, Ste Anne de Bellevue
Time: 9am to 5pm
Cost: Various prices- please refer to the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info:
https://zooecomuseum.ca/en/visitor-information/
Musee Pour Enfants (Laval)
Take a tour of all the amazing jobs in our world. Your child is able to try out each one. Jobs range from Firetruck, grocery stores, garage, Doctors and so much more. A place of discovery and amusement for the whole family.
No reservation required.
Where: 3805 Boulevard Cure Labelle, Laval
Time: 9am to 6pm
Ages: All ages
Cost: $25 per child, $10 per adult, babies less than 17mths with paying adult free.
Additional Info: https://www.museepourenfants.com/
Omega Park (Montebello)
Omega Park and its animals welcome you with open arms to show you the wildlife of Quebec, all at only a short drive from Montreal! Are you planning a day out at Omega Park as a family, group or couple? Below you willl find the details of our prices and opening hours depending on the season.
Where: 399 Route 323 Nord, Montebello
Time: 9:00am to 6pm
Cost: Adults 16+ $30.44 each,
6 to 15 yrs- $21.74, 2 to 5yrs old- $12.18
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: www.parcomega.ca
Elves Training and Meet Santa (Dorval)
Santa Claus is also affected by the labour shortage, so he decided to create an elves’training academy … at Jardins Dorval !!
On the weekends of December 9-10 and 16-17 from 10am to 4pm, come meet Santa in his Kingdom and participate in different activities representing the various stages of the training: (Christmas face painting, elf hat crafting, mascot, dancing and singing)
Where: Jardins Dorval, 352 Avenue Dorval, Dorval
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Additional info: https://www.facebook.com/JardinsDorval
Marche Ste. Anne (Ste. Anne de Bellevue)
Winter market is indoors!
Head over to their website to see what vendor will be present on which weekend. It’s a must visit.
Where: Indoors- 23 rue Perrault, Ste Anne de Bellevue
Time: 10am to 1pm
Cost: Free entrance
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: http://marchesainteanne.ca/
La Grande Roue de Montreal (Montreal)
Enjoy a panorama view of Montreal 60 meters high. All covid protocol is put into place and each pod is cleaned after each group. Book your tickets in advance.
Where: Old Port of Montreal, Bonsecours Basin
Time: 10am to 11pm
Ages: All ages
Cost: The cost varies depending on your choice of package. Check the website
Additional Info: https://www.lagranderouedemontreal.com/
Mira Amusement West Island ( Pointe Claire)
Family Entertainment Arcade Center
Where: Sources mega Center, 48c Brunswick Blvd, Pointe Claire
Time: 10am to 2am
Cost: Free entrance- Cost to play games
Ages: 5 and up
Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/miraamusementwestisl
Exporail( Saint Constant)
Exporail delights visitors of all ages by operating a railway museum which is fun to experience, and educates and informs at multiple levels in both official languages. As the leading railway museum in Canada, it strives to be among the best in the world.
** MUST purchase your tickets in advance.
Where: 110, Saint-Pierre Street, Saint-Constant
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Adults $21.20, students (13-17) $12.75, children (3-12) $10.60
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://exporail.org/en/activities/railway-ghosts-some-halloween-fun/
Montreal Science Center (Old Port, Montreal)
Come explore activities and experiments that pull your entire body into the fun! Explore the ingenuity of simple machines like pulleys, gears and levers all in a life-size format. Step inside Mini Mondo, a fascinating, interactive world where children adventure out and explore their environment.
Visit many exhibitions and also an option is to see a movie at the IMAX theatre. Lots to do with the family. Must purchase tickets online.
Where: 2 rue de la commune ouest, Montreal
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Entrance fees vary depending on the activity. Visit the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://www.montrealsciencecentre.com/
Holiday Magic at Plaza Pointe Claire (Pointe Claire)
Rencontrer le lutin de Noël, Fée Dragée et Princesse Flocon de Neige – 11h – 13h
Meet a Christmas elf, Sugarplum Fairy and Snowflake Princess 11am – 1pm
Musique de Noël amusante sur laquelle les enfants peuvent danser 11h – 14h
Fun Christmas music for the kids to dance to 11am – 2pm
Where: Plaza Pointe Claire, 269 Boul St. Jean, Pointe Claire
Time: 11am to 2pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/883287853113701?
Atrium 1000 (Montreal)
This unique indoor skating rink invites you to lace up your skates and glide to the lively beat of music year-round. With the sun rays shining through the immense glass dome above, the Atrium Le 1000 stands out; it is located on the main floor of Montreal’s and the province of Quebec’s tallest building!
Where: Atrium 1000, 1000 rue de la Gauchetiere, Montreal
Time: 11:30am to 9pm
Cost: $9.00 per person. Skate rentals are available as well at a cost
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: Schedule and Rates | Atrium Le 1000
Dorval Holiday Market (Dorval)
Dorval Holiday Market
In the heart of the Dorval Village
December 1 to 17
Discover our local businesses and enjoy the roaming entertainment while getting some holiday shopping done. An unforgettable experience awaits you at the Dorval Holiday Market!
Inspired by European markets, the outdoor site will showcase local artisans and products, as well as tasty discoveries, all in an enchanting atmosphere enhanced by beautiful lighting, background music, and small wooden cabins serving as booths for merchants.
The Dorval Holiday Market, displayed in the parking lot located at the intersection of Tulip and Dawson avenues, will be open during the first three weekends of December.
Opening hours
– Friday: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
– Saturday: Noon to 9 p.m.
– Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
We encourage all visitors to bring their own reusable bags for shopping. Part of the profits from this event will be donated to West Island Community Shares.
In the spirit of this season of giving, a drop-off area for food donations will be set up in a designated area. The items dropped off will be donated to the City’s Community Aid, which will distribute them to Dorval residents in need.
Where: 475 Lakeshore road, Dorval
Time: 12pm to 9pm
Cost: free entrance
Ages: All ages
Additional info: https://www.facebook.com/events/709188030796702/709188040796701/?
Magical Holiday at Illumi (Laval)
illumi is a magical, dazzling and extraordinary nocturnal adventure where inventive and surprising concepts are transposed into thousands of larger-than-life light structures that take shape with 25 million LED bulbs. Cavalia presents a new illumi where most of the universes and light structures are original, never-before-seen creations. illumi offers an epic and imaginary adventure for kids and adults alike. Visitors travel to new and jaw-dropping worlds through a spectacular journey, on foot or by car. The fantastic three-kilometer route is absolutely mesmerizing. Cutting-edge programming technologies, high-definition projections that blur the boundaries of reality, and animatronic Jurassic creatures that immerse visitors in scenes worthy of Hollywood films also make illumi the family event of the year not to be missed in Quebec. The tradition continues in Laval with the largest light, sound, and multimedia show in the world!
Where: 2805 boulevard du Souvenir, Laval
Time: 4:45pm and on
Cost: Various Price Options check the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: illumi Laval by Cavalia – official website
Santa’s Bus (Kirkland)
With the help of his faithful elves, Santa will make a first stop at Meades Park to pick up K. Yote, our playful mascot, who will guide him through the streets of our fair Town for a few planned stops.
Make sure to wave at the happy members of this illuminated Christmas parade as they drive by your home or come meet them at one of the five municipal parks where Santa chose to stop to stretch his legs, all in music and songs…
Departure is scheduled for 5:30 pm at Meades Park and the last stop, around 8:15 pm at Ecclestone Park.
Itinerary and scheduled stops:
- Meades Park
16950 Hymus Boulevard - Kirkland Park
81 ParkRidge Street - Heritage Park
11 chemin Lantier - Holleuffer Park
75 Charlevoix Street - Ecclestone Park
130 Argyle Street
Music, fun and laughter are sure to be had by all!
Where: Various parks in Kirkland see above
Time: 5:30pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: – Ville de Kirkland
Sunday, December 17
Visit the Zoo Ecomuseum (Ste Anne de Bellevue)
Did you know we have a beautiful zoo right in our own backyard?
Numerous animals living in their own habitat. A definete Must see.
Tickets Must be purchased in advance. Support our local zoo.
Where: 21125 Chemin Ste. Marie, Ste Anne de Bellevue
Time: 9am to 5pm
Cost: Various prices- please refer to the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info:
https://zooecomuseum.ca/en/visitor-information/
Omega Park (Montebello)
Omega Park and its animals welcome you with open arms to show you the wildlife of Quebec, all at only a short drive from Montreal! Are you planning a day out at Omega Park as a family, group or couple? Below you willl find the details of our prices and opening hours depending on the season.
*** LIMITED SPACES MUST PURCHASE ONLINE***
Where: 399 Route 323 Nord, Montebello
Time: 9:00am to 5pm
Cost: Adults 16+ $30.44 each,
6 to 15 yrs- $21.74, 2 to 5yrs old- $12.18
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: www.parcomega.ca
Elves Training and Meet Santa (Dorval)
Santa Claus is also affected by the labour shortage, so he decided to create an elves’training academy … at Jardins Dorval !!
On the weekends of December 9-10 and 16-17 from 10am to 4pm, come meet Santa in his Kingdom and participate in different activities representing the various stages of the training: (Christmas face painting, elf hat crafting, mascot, dancing and singing)
Where: Jardins Dorval, 352 Avenue Dorval, Dorval
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Additional info: https://www.facebook.com/JardinsDorval
Mira Amusement West Island ( Pointe Claire)
Family Entertainment Arcade Center
Where: Sources mega Center, 48c Brunswick Blvd, Pointe Claire
Time: 10am to 2am
Cost: Free entrance- Cost to play games
Ages: 5 and up
Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/miraamusementwestisl
Montreal Science Center (Old Port, Montreal)
Come explore activities and experiments that pull your entire body into the fun! Explore the ingenuity of simple machines like pulleys, gears and levers all in a life-size format. Step inside Mini Mondo, a fascinating, interactive world where children adventure out and explore their environment.
Visit many exhibitions and also an option is to see a movie at the IMAX theatre. Lots to do with the family. Must purchase tickets online.
Where: 2 rue de la commune ouest, Montreal
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Entrance fees vary depending on the activity. Visit the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://www.montrealsciencecentre.com/
La Grande Roue de Montreal (Montreal)
Enjoy a panorama view of Montreal 60 meters high. All covid protocol is put into place and each pod is cleaned after each group. Book your tickets in advance.
Where: Old Port of Montreal, Bonsecours Basin
Time: 10am to 11pm
Ages: All ages
Cost: The cost varies depending on your choice of package. Check the website
Additional Info: https://www.lagranderouedemontreal.com/
Exporail( Saint Constant)
Exporail delights visitors of all ages by operating a railway museum which is fun to experience, and educates and informs at multiple levels in both official languages. As the leading railway museum in Canada, it strives to be among the best in the world.
** MUST purchase your tickets in advance.
Where: 110, Saint-Pierre Street, Saint-Constant
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Adults $21.20, students (13-17) $12.75, children (3-12) $10.60
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://exporail.org/en/activities/railway-ghosts-some-halloween-fun/
Atrium 1000 (Montreal)
This unique indoor skating rink invites you to lace up your skates and glide to the lively beat of music year-round. With the sun rays shining through the immense glass dome above, the Atrium Le 1000 stands out; it is located on the main floor of Montreal’s and the province of Quebec’s tallest building!
Where: Atrium 1000, 1000 rue de la Gauchetiere, Montreal
Time: 11:30am to 6pm
Cost: $9.00 per person. Skate rentals are available as well at a cost
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: Schedule and Rates | Atrium Le 1000
Dorval Holiday Market (Dorval)
Dorval Holiday Market
In the heart of the Dorval Village
December 1 to 17
Discover our local businesses and enjoy the roaming entertainment while getting some holiday shopping done. An unforgettable experience awaits you at the Dorval Holiday Market!
Inspired by European markets, the outdoor site will showcase local artisans and products, as well as tasty discoveries, all in an enchanting atmosphere enhanced by beautiful lighting, background music, and small wooden cabins serving as booths for merchants.
The Dorval Holiday Market, displayed in the parking lot located at the intersection of Tulip and Dawson avenues, will be open during the first three weekends of December.
Opening hours
– Friday: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
– Saturday: Noon to 9 p.m.
– Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
We encourage all visitors to bring their own reusable bags for shopping. Part of the profits from this event will be donated to West Island Community Shares.
In the spirit of this season of giving, a drop-off area for food donations will be set up in a designated area. The items dropped off will be donated to the City’s Community Aid, which will distribute them to Dorval residents in need.
Where: 475 Lakeshore road, Dorval
Time: 12pm to 5pm
Cost: free entrance
Ages: All ages
Additional info: https://www.facebook.com/events/709188030796702/709188040796701/?
Celestine Stables Christmas Open House (Vaudreuil-Dorion)
Come meet the team at Celestine Stables! Enjoy a hot chocolate or coffee while visiting the animals at the farm. Children will get a free pony ride!
Where: 2572 Alstonvale, Vaudreuil-Dorion
Time: 12pm to 2pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1482675868957765
Holiday Skating (Kirkland)
Lace up your skates and join us for some fun on the ice: holiday music, festive atmosphere, and many surprises await you!
Where: Kirkland Sports Complex, 16950 Hymus, Kirkland
Time: 2pm to 3:45pm
Cost: Non-Perishable food per person to skate
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: – Ville de Kirkland
Magical Holiday at Illumi (Laval)
illumi is a magical, dazzling and extraordinary nocturnal adventure where inventive and surprising concepts are transposed into thousands of larger-than-life light structures that take shape with 25 million LED bulbs. Cavalia presents a new illumi where most of the universes and light structures are original, never-before-seen creations. illumi offers an epic and imaginary adventure for kids and adults alike. Visitors travel to new and jaw-dropping worlds through a spectacular journey, on foot or by car. The fantastic three-kilometer route is absolutely mesmerizing. Cutting-edge programming technologies, high-definition projections that blur the boundaries of reality, and animatronic Jurassic creatures that immerse visitors in scenes worthy of Hollywood films also make illumi the family event of the year not to be missed in Quebec. The tradition continues in Laval with the largest light, sound, and multimedia show in the world!
Where: 2805 boulevard du Souvenir, Laval
Time: 4:45pm and on
Cost: Various Price Options check the website
Ages: All ages
Additional Info: illumi Laval by Cavalia – official website