One of the biggest winter festivals in the world is coming to Montreal, with free events and programming happening all over the city.
Experience a unique program of performing arts, gourmet delights, free outdoor family activities, and an unforgettable all-nighter called Nuit Blanche.
Check out: Montreal festival guide 2026
Time Out Market Montréal located in the Montreal Eaton Centre, one of our favourite shopping malls and home to the REM’s McGill station, is hosting pop-ups, DJ’s, light installations and an exclusive menu prepared by some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under one roof.
Photograph: Centre Eaton de Montréal
When is Montréal En Lumière 2026?
Enjoy the annual Montreal celebration that kicks off on February 27 and ends March 7, 2026.
Photograph: Eva Blue
What Montréal En Lumière events are happening at Time Out Market Montréal?
An exclusive menu, DJ sets, immersive light installations and a fashion pop-up are all on the roster.
1. Special menu available until March 7, 2026:
Tunnel Espresso: Apple crumble‑style caramel chip cookie with whipped vanilla-flavoured ganache, maple-caramelized apples and crumble
Photograph: Tunnel Espresso | Time Out Market Montréal
Chanthy Yen: Smoked meat bao buns featuring classic Montreal smoked meat, yellow mustard, pickles, and cabbage slaw
Photograph: Chanthy Yen | Time Out Market Montréal
Americas BBQ: Grilled duck breast with potato with carrot purée, chimichurri, and demi-glace
Photograph: Americas BBQ | Time Out Market Montréal
Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine: Grandma-style poutine with beef meatballs, pulled pork ragu and a decadent brown gravy
Photograph: Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine | Time Out Market Montréal
Il Miglio: Fettuccine alfredo tossed in a creamy parmesan and butter sauce
Photograph: Il Miglio | Time Out Market Montréal
Moleskine: Calzone with Montreal smoked meat, caramelized onions, fior di latte, and mustard sauce
Photograph: Moleskine | Time Out Market Montréal
Campo: Saint-Laurent Boulevard sandwich with chicken, spicy mayo, fries and a pickle
Photograph: Campo | Time Out Market Montréal
Ibéricos: Spanish-style shepherd’s pie with braised beef cheek, olive oil potato foam, truffled sheep’s cheese, and crispy corn
Photograph: Ibéricos | Time Out Market Montréal
Le Blossom: Sushi bagel with rice, nori, cream cheese, smoked salmon, avocado, red tobiko, and sesame seeds
Photograph: Le Blossom | Time Out Market Montréal
2. M.A.D. pop-up on February 27 and 28, 2026:
Don’t miss this collab between Odyssée and Le Vide-Dressing de la Zone Club M.A.D. at the Market, where curated clothing, accessories, and unique finds from club members will be on display.
Photograph: Le Vide-Dressing de la Zone Club M.A.D.
Check out the line-up here:
3. Musical programming on February 26, 27 and 28, 2026:
DJ sets will be at the Market to keep you dancing all weekend.
Discover the line-up here:
Orian
Vayia
Badgalquirit
Frankie Teardrop
Donotstealmyname
DJ Francischelli
4. TITs – Nuit Blanche on February 28 from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Discover an immersive visual and sound experience in collaboration with Voir au-delà , Odyssée, and Time Out Market Montréal.
The late-night programming includes dedicated projections, a lighting installation by Aube Expérience, the launch of an exhibition by designer Mathiss Guertin and several visual artists, and a live performance line-up by T.I.T.S. collective.Â
Check out the artistic programming here:
For more information about Time Out Market Montréal, click here.