Illustration of a small snowy Christmas market stall with a figure holding a cocoa mug, a snowman and a decorated tree (Christmas in Old Aylmer)

Christmas in Old Aylmer

Visitors can wander through the heritage sector of Rue Principale, illuminated by thousands of festive lights. The European-style outdoor Christmas market brings together dozens of local artisans and gourmet merchants offering handmade crafts, unique gifts, and regional food tastings. Guests can also take part in festive card and wreath-making workshops and watch a parade of illuminated floats.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Old Aylmer

Food & Drink

Sample local products, regional specialties, gourmet treats, and other delicacies from the market vendors.

Going?

Location

Centre culturel du Vieux-Aylmer · 120, rue Principale, Gatineau, J9H 3M3 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-market shoppers

Vibe

Festive and bustling

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Put on your warmest coat and mittens, because the market stalls and the Santa Claus parade are both outdoors along the heritage streets of Old Aylmer.
  • Sign up ahead for a themed workshop, such as Christmas card or wreath making, which merchants run alongside their market stalls.
  • Plan your visit for one of the two market weekends, because the stalls are only open Friday through Sunday on each of them.
  • Stay for the Saturday Santa Claus parade, when more than 30 illuminated floats travel along Principale Street between Front and Wilfrid-Lavigne.
  • Bring your gift list, because the more than 55 merchants sell handmade creations, local products and gourmet foods meant as original gifts.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa Claus parade on a Saturday during the event, with more than 30 illuminated floats on Principale Street between Front and Wilfrid-Lavigne
  • Themed workshops such as Christmas card and wreath making, run by market merchants, with sign-up

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christmas in Old Aylmer good for kids?

Yes. There is interactive entertainment for all ages, and the Santa Claus parade is meant for young and old alike.

What is there to do at the Christmas market?

More than 55 merchants sell crafts, original gifts, local products and gourmet foods. Some also run themed workshops, such as Christmas card or wreath making.

What food and drink can I find?

The market has treats, tastings, local products and regional specialties from its gourmet vendors.

What should I wear?

Put on your warmest coat and mittens. The market and the parade are both outdoors on the streets of Old Aylmer.

How can I take part as a vendor, float or volunteer?

Exhibitors, parade floats and volunteers each have their own registration. Volunteers join the team and see the event from the inside.

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