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Celebrate the start of the holiday season in style by attending a classical concert that has touched hearts for centuries: Messiah by the Baroque composer George Frideric Handel, presented by Festival Classica in Boucherville and Longueuil. The architectural beauty and acoustics of both venues are sure to enhance your experience of this masterpiece.
Where: Église Sainte-Famille in Boucherville and Cocathédrale Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue in Longueuil, Montérégie
When: Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. (Boucherville), and Friday, December 19, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. (Longueuil)
Good to know: The church and co-cathedral are two of seven historic pilgrimage sites along the St. Lawrence River Shrines route on Montreal’s South Shore.
For its annual holiday concert, Maison Mère Baie-Saint-Paul (website in French only) invites you to travel back in time and celebrate the magic of Christmas with Ensemble Scholastica. The four musicians will perform songs from the 12th to 14th centuries, using medieval instruments such as the vielle, rebec, and psaltery. An evening of musical discoveries you won’t want to miss!
Where: Chapel of Maison Mère Baie-Saint-Paul, Charlevoix
When: Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 7 p.m.
Good to know: Tickets are available at the Maison Mère reception and online.
The Monastère des Augustines will host two classical music concerts this holiday season: Noël sans tambour avec trompettes (December 6), featuring seasonal favourites along with festive melodies from around the world, and Les voix d’hommes de l’Etchemin chante Noël (December 14), where four male voices come together to perform timeless pieces. In the intimate setting of the monastery choir, get ready for a unique, immersive auditory experience in the heart of Old Québec!
Where: Monastère des Augustines, Québec City
When: Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 2 p.m.
Good to know: Ticket price includes access to the Re-Connect exhibition as well as the second floor of the museum on the day of the concert.
The Choralies are back for a 24th edition! Every weekend in December, enjoy a festive program of holiday music from around the world in the stunning Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel in Old Montréal. Before each performance, a trombone duo will be playing on the chapel’s forecourt, and hot chocolate will be served to kick off the evening in a festive mood.
Where: Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel/Marguerite-Bourgeoys Historic Site, Montréal
When: December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. The closing concert takes place on Sunday December 21, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Good to know: Voluntary contribution, except for the closing concert, which requires a ticket (tickets are available here).
Immerse yourself in the magic of the season with the whole family with the enchanting benefit concert A Dragon’s Christmas, a musical adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s original tale The Reluctant Dragon. Presented in English at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, this production blends humour, poetry and an unexpected friendship to set the mood for the holidays. Join the cathedral choir and guest classical musicians for an enchanting, heartwarming performance.
Where: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Québec City
When: Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 3 p.m.
Good to know: Hot drinks and cookies will be served during intermission.
This year, Saint Joseph’s Oratory once again invites you to its Christmas concert! Let yourself be carried away by traditional carols and holiday melodies from near and far, performed by the vocal quartet Meslanges. The Cobalt Quartet will also be performing elegant instrumental renditions of beloved seasonal classics and works by great composers. This unforgettable performance promises grace and deep emotion.
Where: Crypt of Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal, Montréal
When: Friday December 12, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Good to know: The Basilica of Saint Joseph’s Oratory will also host the traditional Christmas concert by the Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal on December 14, at 3:30 p.m.
Let your heart be moved by the enchanting voices that will echo through the majestic arches of the basilica at the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine during its traditional Christmas concert. Featuring timeless classics and contemporary pieces, this musical journey combines harmonious voices with the exceptional acoustics of one of the region’s most beautiful shrines, offering a magical holiday experience for all in attendance.
Where: Basilica of the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine, Québec City
When: Sunday December 21, 2025, at 2 p.m.
Good to know: Admission is free (voluntary contribution welcomed).
