Who Is the Real Santa Claus?
Every weekend from 12:30 to 4 p.m. as well as December 23 and December 24, 2008, meet Black Peter, Baboushka and other Christmas legends from around the globe. Costs the price of Pointe-à-Callière Museum admission and includes access to other exhibits .
Through January 4, 2008
The Longest Night
Time: check the schedule for details.
Where: Montreal Planterium, 1000 St. Jacques, between Peel and de la Cathédrale; Bonaventure Metro.
Cost:
$8 adult; $6 senior; $6 student (with I.D.); $4 youth ages 5 to 17; free for kids under 5.
Call (514) 872-4530 for more information.
December 5 to December 30, 2008
Décembre: The Musical
Time: varies. Check the schedule for details.
Where: Place des Arts, 175 Ste. Catherine West, corner of St. Urbain; Place-des-Arts Metro.
Cost: $43.23 to $75.45 plus taxes and service charge; $22.56 to $38.67 plus taxes and service charge for kids up to age 12.
In French.
December 6 to January 4, 2008
Santa's Village / Village du Père Noël
About one hour's drive from Montreal, kids can meet Santa, visit the glass house, slide to their hearts content, skate outdoors, enjoy a petting zoo and more with 35 installations to visit. Check the website for activities and directions. A day pass is only $11.50 per person, $9 for seniors.
December 6 to January 4, 2008
Christmas at the Château Ramezay Museum
From 18th century bread baking workshops and snow-shoeing through the Governor's Garden to hanging Christmas stockings to be filled by Santa Claus post-Xmas, there's all sorts of holiday activities for the whole family. Call (514) 861-3708 for details.
December 6, 2008
The Nutcracker
Time: 11 a.m.
Where: Place des Arts, 175 Ste. Catherine West, corner of St. Urbain; Place-des-Arts Metro.
Cost: Free with valid pass at the ticket counter. Call (514) 842-2112 for details.
In French.
December 6 and December 7, 2008
The Little Prince
One of my favorite tales of all time, I still get teary eyed reading passages with the rose and the fox. Great for kids 5 and up, this play is truly for all. Regular admission $16, $15 seniors, $13.50 for kids. Play at 7 p.m. Call (514) 845-9810 for tickets.
December 7, 2008
Discovery Workshop: Mummies and Mummification
Learn all about Egyptian mummies. Only $6 for kids, free for parents. Call (514) 398-4086 extension 4092 to register for either the 1:30 p.m. or 3 p.m. session.
December 7, 2008
Create Your Own Amulet at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Great for ages 6 and up, kids will discover Mediterranean archeology and then create their own amulet for free! Call (514) 285-1600 extension 440 to reserve a spot.
December 7 and December 14, 2008
Community Meditation Practice
Hosted by Yoga on the Park in NDG every Sunday at 10 a.m. Suggested donation $5. All proceeds support charitable organizations.
December 13, 2008
Théatre des Deux Mains: Copeaux de Neiges at the John Rennie High School Theatre
Great for ages 4 to 10. Only $5 per child. Call (514) 630-1220 for details and directions. Starts at 3 p.m. In French.
December 13 and December 14, 2008
Quinn Farm Fair
Pumpkin potage, apple pies and crafted gifts galore all for a very good cause. And bring the kids along for a sleigh ride or tree chopping!
December 13 to December 30, 2008
The Nutcracker Ballet
Time: varies. Check the schedule for details.
Where: Place des Arts, 175 Ste. Catherine West, corner of St. Urbain; Place-des-Arts Metro.
Cost: $35 to $112 plus taxes and service charge; $19.50 to $52.50 plus taxes and service charge for kids up to age 12. Call (514) 842-2112 for details.
December 14, 2008
Grand Christmas Ball
Time: 11 a.m.
Where: Place des Arts, 175 Ste. Catherine West, corner of St. Urbain; Place-des-Arts Metro.
Cost: $8 per person; $25 family pack. Call (514) 842-2112 for details.
In French.
December 14, 2008
Christmaceratops at the Redpath Museum
Discover the Redpath's most recent dinosaur bone acquisition and meet paleontologist Hans Larsson. Suggested donation $5, $ 3 per child, maximum $15 per family.
December 14, 2008
Discovery Workshop: Canadian Dinosaurs
Workshop includes arts and crafts. Only $6 for kids, free for parents. Call (514) 398-4086 extension 4092 to register for either the 1:30 p.m. or 3 p.m. session.
December 18 to January 4, 2008
Birdhouse Factory
Time: varies. Check the schedule for details.
Where: La TOHU, 2345 Jarry Street East, corner of Iberville; Jarry Metro.
Cost: $29.75 to $39; $17.85 to $23.40 ages 12 and under.
Call (514) 376-TOHU for more information.
December 23 to January 4, 2008
Winnie the Pooh
Time: varies. Check the schedule for details.
Where: Théâtre St. Denis, 1594 St. Denis, above de Maisonneuve; Berri-UQAM Metro.
Cost: $18.50 to $45 plus taxes and service charge.
December 26, December 28 and January 4 presentations in English.
December 26 to December 28, 2008
L'Arche
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: Place des Arts, 175 Ste. Catherine West, corner of St. Urbain; Place-des-Arts Metro.
Cost: $15; $10 for kids up to age 12. Call (514) 842-2112 for details.
In French.
December 27, 2008 to January 3, 2009
Holiday-Themed Animation Workshops
Learn how to make an animated film at The National Film Board's Cinérobothèque. Great for kids ages 7 and up, admission is $5 and free for ages 12 and under! Consult the schedule for workshop details and call (514) 496-6887 to make reservations.
December 28 and December 29, 2008
Lambert & Callieri
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Club Soda, 1225 St. Laurent, corner of Ste. Catherine; St. Laurent Metro.
Cost: $25 plus taxes and service charge; $20 plus taxes and service charge for students; $12 plus taxes and service charge for kids 12 and under.
