{"id":15504,"date":"2023-10-23T04:26:49","date_gmt":"2023-10-23T04:26:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=15504"},"modified":"2024-04-21T09:44:27","modified_gmt":"2024-04-21T09:44:27","slug":"ottawa-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/canada\/ottawa-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Ottawa Christmas Market 2024: The March\u00e9 de No\u00ebl"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Ottawa is busy with events and things to do during winter, making it an ideal destination for travellers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most popular events is the Ottawa Christmas Market, also one of Canada’s biggest holiday markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’ll provide details to help plan your visit in this guide, including unconfirmed 2024 dates, opening times, locations and what to expect when you’re there.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Ottawa Christmas Market 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Christmas market in Ottawa (the March\u00e9 de No\u00ebl) is styled after traditional European markets. It’s located in the lively Glebe neighbourhood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Fridays to Sundays in the lead up to Christmas, you can explore more than 45 Christmas cabins selling local goods, enjoy live performances, and indulge in seasonal food and drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The market has special hours from Wednesday to Saturday in the final week before Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This family-friendly event is free, making it an accessible celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ottawa Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 23rd November to 23rd December 2024 (unconfirmed).
Location:<\/strong> Aberdeen Square.
Opening times:<\/strong>
Friday: 5pm to 10pm.
Saturday: 10am to 10pm.
Sunday: 10am to 8pm.
Wednesday 20th December: 5pm to 10pm.
Thursday 21st December: 5pm to 10pm.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Closed.
Admission:<\/strong> Free.
Christmas lights:<\/strong> No switch on date.
Santa:<\/strong> Yes, with crafts for kids.
Ice skating:<\/strong> Yes, at Lansdowne.
Vegetarian:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten free:<\/strong> Yes, but limited.
Accessible:<\/strong> Yes.
Pet-friendly:<\/strong> Yes, but not recommended during busy periods.
Parking:<\/strong> Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Reason to visit:<\/strong> European-inspired market, one of the biggest in Canada.
Recommended tour:<\/strong> ByWard Market food tour<\/a>.
Food specialities:<\/strong> Beavertails, tourti\u00e8re, maple treats, butter tarts, spruce beer, Nanaimo bars.
Where to stay:<\/strong>
The Metcalfe<\/a> is a highly-rated hotel in Downtown Ottawa.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Convenient Hotels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although the Christmas market is located in the Glebe neighbourhood, I recommend staying in the downtown area for convenience or in the bustling ByWard Market neighbourhood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specifically, I suggest staying at The Metcalfe Hotel<\/a>, one of the most popular hotels in Downtown Ottawa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n