Noël du Bout du Monde

Livethe magic of Christmas at the End of the World!
In December, Gaspé lights up and transforms itself into a veritable holiday village. ✨
Between traditions and wonder, Christmas at the End of the World brings the community together around festive events, colorful markets and moments imbued with human warmth.
Passionate artisans, local flavours, shows, music and a unique atmosphere: a whirlwind of discoveries and joy for young and old alike!
Whether you're visiting or local, let yourself be swept away by the magic of the holidays... where the sea meets the mountains, in the heart of Gaspé. 💫
Enter to win a trip to Gaspé!
Don't miss your chance to win an accommodation package from one of our partners! You can register directly at the Marché de Noël du Bout du Monde.


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Programming 2025
Christmas Market of the Rivière-au-Renard Farmers

📅 November 7 and 8, 2025
🕒 Market Hours:
- Friday, November 7: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday, November 8: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
📍Salle Ellias Dufresne
Kwe Festival

📅 From November 13, 2025
🕒 Coming soon
📍Centre d'interprétation Micmac de Gespeg
Details to follow.
Bout du Monde Christmas Market

📅 November 14 to 16, 2025
🕒 Market Hours:
- Friday, November 14: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday, November 15: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, November 16: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
📍Salle communautaire de la Nation Micmac de Gespeg - 34, montée de Corte-Real, Gaspé
From November 14 to 16, come experience the spirit of the holidays in Gaspé and discover the unique creations of more than 40 artisans and craftspeople from Gaspésie and the Magdalen Islands, as well as offers from two local tourism companies, perfect for gifts that take you on a journey... to the ends of the earth!
✨ A family room will be set up for the pleasure of little ones (and big ones!)
✨ Café de la Traverse will be on hand to offer hot beverages and sweet treats.
Special programming :
- Friday, November 14 - Les Voyous singing show (6 to 8 pm)
- Saturday, November 15 - Live entertainment with Radio-Gaspésie
- Sunday November 16 - Mother Christmas ornament workshop
- Workshop offered upon registration.
- Ages 6 to 8: 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.
- 9 to 11 years: 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Lodging package draw!
Checkout your chance to win a magical stay in one of our partner accommodations:
- Les Chalets Nautika - two nights for 4 people
- Rodeway Inn - one night for 2 people with dinner and breakfast at St-Hubert restaurant.
- Hôtel Plante - one night's accommodation for 2 at Espace Océan, with breakfast provided by Marché des saveurs.
The draw will take place at the end of the Market.
Technical partners
- Town of Gaspé
- Gaspésie Museum
- Gespeg Mi'gmaq Nation
- Maison de la famille parenfant
- Gaspé Library
Cercle des fermières de St-Majorique Christmas Market

📅 November 15 and 16, 2025
🕒 Market Hours:
- Saturday, November 15: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, November 16: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
📍Salle Elphège Huet
Cinélune screening: Hola Frida

📅 November 23, 2025
🕒 10 h
📍Centre de Création Diffusion de Gaspé
Free screening as part of Noël du Bout du Monde
HOLA FRIDA by Karine Vézina and André Kadi
Canada (Quebec) - France. 2024. 82 min.
This is the story of a little girl with a difference. Her world is Coyoacan, Mexico. Sparkling, vibrant, she's interested in everything. And when trials come her way, she faces them with an overflowing imagination. This little girl is called Frida Kahlo!
"An inspiring, poetic story" (Pauline Conradsson, Le Parisien). (Pauline Conradsson, Le Parisien)
Trailer link : https://youtu.be/AoaGmYB_Q-M
The screening is free, but we invite you to reserve your seat: https://ccdg-cinelune.tuxedobillet.com
This screening is made possible thanks to the support of the Ville de Gaspé and the Entente de développement culturel of the Ministère de la culture et des communications.
L'Anse-au-Griffon Farmers' Christmas Market

📅 November 28 to 30, 2025
🕒 Market Hours:
- Friday, November 28: 5 to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, November 29: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sunday, November 30: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
📍Salle communautaire de l'Anse-au-Griffon
Vintage market Paquebot Café
📅 November 29
🕒 5 to 10 p.m.
📍Paquebot Café
Art exhibitions by the Regroupement des personnes handicapées de Gaspé
📅 December 3, 2025
🕒 4 to 6 p.m.
📍Intermodal station
👥 Organized by Ateliers À Travers and the Regroupement des personnes handicapées de Gaspé
Parade and Christmas Eve

📅 December 6, 2025
The magic of Christmas will once again parade through the streets of downtown Gaspé for the 12th edition of this colorful event, organized by the Comité Noël des enfants de Gaspé! Last year, a record number of floats lit up the evening, and the tradition continues this year with even more enchantment.
The program
Pre-wake at the Auberge sous les arbres
🕒 3 to 5:30 p.m.
📍Lodging under the trees
Christmas parade
🕒 17 h 30
📍Departure on rue de la Reine
Fireworks display
🕒 19 h 30
📍Berceau du Canada
Traders' vigil
Merchants' vigil with special offers in several downtown boutiques ( the list of participating businesses will be announced shortly )
- Paquebot - open until 9 p.m. and 15% off in the boutique.
Bout du Monde food market
📅 December 19 and 20, 2025
🕒 Market Hours:
- Friday, December 19: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday, December 20: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
📍Outside the Café de la Traverse
👥 Organized by: the Café de la Traverse and the volunteers of the Centre culturel Le Griffon
Details to follow.
Solstice Dinner
📅 December 21, 2025
🕒 17 h
📍Douglas Community Center
On December 21, we celebrate the winter solstice with a meal inspired by Irish tradition.
Official partners
Noël du Bout du Monde would not be possible without the support of our valued partners. Their commitment and trust allow the magic of the holiday season to shine in Gaspé, year after year. Thank you for believing in this unifying project and in the beauty of our corner of the world.
Presenting partners


Associated partner

Media partner

Technical partners
- Town of Gaspé
- Gaspé Children's Christmas Committee
- Cradle of Canada
- Baker Hotel
- Center Culturel Le Griffon
- Musique du Bout du Monde
- TDLG
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Gaspé sustainable destination
Sustainable development at the heart of our destination
Escale Gaspé is committed to making sustainable development a central, cross-cutting element of its strategic planning. It is aligned with Croisières du Saint-Laurent's Sustainable Development Strategy and shares its vision for the St. Lawrence destination.
The cruise industry contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Quebec and its regions, while helping to preserve and regenerate ecosystems. The St. Lawrence destination offers a human and sustainable experience with a positive impact, through the bridges we build between visitors and host communities, maritime, tourism and scientific players.
Escale Gaspé has taken action in recent years in terms of sustainable tourism development. It has equipped its cruise lodge with waste-sorting islands and a boutique showcasing local products. It also broadcasts sustainable and responsible tourism awareness content for cruise passengers, via a screen located in its pavilion.
The organization also rolled out its first-ever stakeholder consultation forum in spring 2025, participates regularly in the sustainable tourism best-practice sharing community Les Courants Durables du Saint-Laurent, and takes part in a social acceptability campaign run by Croisières du Saint-Laurent.
Destination Gaspé's brand-new, optimized website also stimulates the local economy and enhances the tourism offering by improving the visibility and appeal of local businesses. It offers a modern, engaging showcase on a centralized platform, while integrating rich content linked to local stories and the region's unique cultural events.