Marché du Noël d’Antan in Cap-Santé: an old-fashioned Christmas in the heart of the village

← All public markets and Christmas markets · Capitale-Nationale

On the north shore of the St. Lawrence, about 47 km from Québec City as the crow flies, the historic village of Cap-Santé hosts the Marché du Noël d'Antan in late November. Destination Québec cité presents it as the oldest outdoor Christmas market in Quebec. The event focuses on the traditions of yesteryear: the heart of the village turns into a Christmas market with the feel of a traditional Quebec holiday season.

Over three days, more than 70 artisans show their creations, according to Destination Québec cité and Sortir au Québec. It's a chance to do some of your holiday shopping directly from the people who make things, and to spend time with family in a village setting.

Artisans, food fair and miniature village

The sources consulted don't detail the products on offer or where the artisans come from: expect mostly crafts and gift ideas. According to Sortir au Québec, the site includes a food fair and a dining room, and a miniature village is recreated there. The same listing mentions children's activities, shows, a parade, tastings and demonstrations, as well as a heated shelter and washrooms.

Sortir au Québec points to the program page on the official website for activity details. That site could not be consulted for this profile: take a look at the program before you leave, especially if you want to catch a specific show.

The 2026 holiday season: dates and hours

The 2026 edition runs from Friday, November 27 to Sunday, November 29, according to Destination Québec cité. The announced hours: Friday from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free. Since the market is outdoors, dress warmly and keep an eye on the weather.

And to keep the old-time spirit going at home, our traditional Quebec holiday recipes will help you put together an old-fashioned réveillon menu.

Good to know: where and how

The market sets up in the heart of the village, around the Cap-Santé church. Sortir au Québec gives the address as 30, place de l'Église. Groups are invited to contact the organizers to plan their visit, at the number listed by Sortir au Québec. The event also has a Facebook page, useful for last-minute announcements.

Practical info

• Address: Heart of the village, around the Cap-Santé church (30, place de l'Église, Cap-Santé (Québec) G0A 1L0, according to Sortir au Québec)
• Region: Capitale-Nationale
• Type: Christmas market
• Season and hours: One weekend, in late November. In 2026: Friday, November 27, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, November 28, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free admission.
• 2026 holiday season: November 27 to 29, 2026 (dates and hours published by Destination Québec cité)
• Phone: 418 286-0760 (according to Sortir au Québec)
• Website: noeldantancapsante.com

Market dates and hours change from year to year, and the weather can force a cancellation. Check the official website before you go. Information verified on October 15, 2026.

Sources

• Marché du Noël d'Antan de Cap-Santé, Destination Québec cité, accessed October 2026 (event listing; in French).
• Marchés de Noël dans la région de Québec, Destination Québec cité, accessed October 2026 (Christmas markets in the Québec City region; in French).
• Marché du Noël d'antan à Cap-Santé, Sortir au Québec, accessed October 2026.