18th-Century Public Market

Saturday, august 28 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, august 29, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
FREE

18th-Century Public Market

A trip back to the heart of Montréal's first public market!

Over the course of a weekend, take a trip back in time to find yourself in the company of farmers, craftspeople, and entertainers as they existed in 1750, at the time of Montréal's very first public marketplace. A not-to-be-missed event in Old Montréal, Pointe-à-Callière's 18th Century Public Market is a unique experience, a festive marketplace that retains its agricultural role while offering an array of historical activities and presentations in an atmosphere unique to New France.

Discerning gourmets will be delighted to taste authentic 18th century products and goods: wild fruit jams and jellies, maple products, buckwheat pancakes, cheese, sausage, cider, and even spruce beer.

Along with storytellers, musicians, and artisans, the Public Market is host to plenty of other activities involving some one hundred figures enthusiastically re-enacting period scenes. A military regiment and a native encampment will also be part of the festivities. The Public Market also gives children the opportunity to dress up, discover French games from the era, and play soldier by taking part in a parade.

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