Montréal en Fêtes Festival Makes It’s Debut in Old Montreal this December

From Dec. 14th-January 5th, Old Montreal will be celebrating this years holidays in a dramatically different way. This holiday season Old Montreal presents a brand new festival known as “Montreal en Fetes”  ( A.K.A Merry Montreal Festival). Essentially this is a month-long winter celebration that invites Montreal-ers of all ages to get outside and make the most of their holiday season, with an incredible program that offers something that is appealing for everyone. The Festival will be taking place at Vieux-Montréal  and Place Jacques–Cartier located in one of Old Montreal’s most architectural and historic neighbourhoods ever! Organizers have put together a string of amazing activities and events, that are certain to spread tons holiday cheer and momentum. For the next four weekends, wear your warmest attire and make your way to Old Montreal to join the festivities.  “Montreal en Fetes” is now presently in motion, so I encourage you to do some further research on their website and make some time in your holiday schedule.

I am personally very excited to check this new festival out for the very first time, it made it’s debut last Saturday and there are still three more weekends coming up until the amazing New Years Eve Party that this festival will be holding, which is exciting stuff! I’ve personally never been a huge fan of winter mainly due to the chill factor and extra layers, but I’m excited to know that cool things are still taking place in Montreal despite below zero temperatures.

Come and live magical moments as you embark on an unforgettable winter journey, through the illuminated streets of the oldest neighborhoods in North America. Make the memories that will last you a lifetime as you discover or rediscover the various activities and sights that this amazing Festival offers. The historic character and quality restaurants, unique shops, and timeless hotels are not something to be overlooked. You are encouraged to “come and celebrate the New Year like never before!” On December 31st put your coat on and get outside and be apart of the biggest New Year’s Eve party in the city. It starts at 7pm be there for live animation, and DJS. At 10pm be ready to dance an sing with “The Lost Fingers” at 11:55 spend the last few seconds of 2013 with the people that matter the most. On the twelfth stroke of midnight, stay and be amazed by a beautiful firework display presented by TELUS.

“The Coca-Cola New-Years bash is your invitation to a jumping holiday party for one and all until 2am dance the night away to the rhythms of a giant mega disco”

WHAT IT ENTAILS:

“The Vibrant Weekends– Four weekends of free and participatory activities for all ages in Montreal.
The Holiday Feasts- Four weekends of culinary experiences in Montreal’s best restaurants with Tables d’Hotels that you will surely love
The Christmas Market- A concept where the Old Montreal boutiques and shops make your holiday shopping easy by offering you amazing gift ideas!
The New Years Eve Party– The biggest party of December 31st in the city with “The Lost Fingers sing New Year’s Eve!

“Do not miss the “Comfort Brigade 24” where children have the chance to speak to the real Santa Clause, who is known as the “card holder” for granting wishes.”

Don’t let the cold get the best of you this winter! Get off the couch and come have some fun! For more information on  Montréal en Fêtes you can visit the official website.

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xo Happy Holidays!

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Grace Shaw