Well, the jingles have started. The holiday season has officially been flung upon us so why not enjoy? Take your pick of holiday and non-holiday activities, listed just below!
1. Festivals and Highlights
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From attending free puppet shows to making chocolate to indulging in weeks of fireworks to considering what exorbitantly priced New Year's bash is for you, your Guide to Montreal's December Festivals and Highlights has it covered (or will, i.e., come back for updates)!
2. Music, Concerts, Live Shows
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From big ticket shows like Tina Turner and Duran Duran to cult legends such as Skinny Puppy's frontman turned ohGr and violence signed GWAR, December has something for every taste ... literally. And do check out Montreal native aKido!
3. Family and Community Events
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Santa's Village is open for business, Winnie the Pooh is in town and December opens the door to learning the ins and outs of mummification, baking 18th century bread and making animated films from scratch. It's going to be a busy holiday season and your Guide to Family and Community Events is packed with affordable fun for everyone!
4. Theater and Dance
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La Compagnie Duceppe's Le Lion en Hiver wraps up early this month as does Sky Dive at the Centaur Theatre making room in time for The Nutcracker, the Opéra de Montreal's annual gala and more!
5. Museums and Art Galleries
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La TOHU explores circus art with Cirque en Fresques', the Planetarium features seasonal-inspired The Longest Night and with the holidays coming up, why not enjoy a free walk through of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts' permanent collection?
