‍Experience the magic of Christmas at the End of the World!

In December, Gaspé lights up and transforms into a true holiday village. ✨

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Amidst traditions and wonder, the Christmas at the End of the World brings the community together for festive events, colorful markets, and heartwarming moments.

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Passionate artisans, local flavors, shows, music, and a unique atmosphere: a whirlwind of discoveries and joy for both young and old!

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Whether you're visiting or a local, let yourself be swept away by the magic of the holidays… where the sea meets the mountains, in the heart of Gaspé. 💫

Enter for a chance to win a stay in Gaspé!

Don't miss the chance to win an accommodation package with one of our partners! Registration takes place directly at the Christmas Market at the End of the World.

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2025 Program

Rivière-au-Renard Farm Women's Christmas Market

📅 November 7 and 8, 2025

🕒 Market Schedule :

• Friday, November 7: 1 PM to 9 PM
• Saturday, November 8: 9 AM to 5 PM

📍Ellias Dufresne Hall

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KWE! Exhibition: Encountering Indigenous Peoples

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📅 From November 17 to December 13

🕒 Schedule:

• From November 17 to 21
  • Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4:30 PM
• From November 24 to 28
  • Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4:30 PM
• December 3 and 4
  • Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4:30 PM
• December 5
  • Friday from 1 PM to 8 PM
• December 6
  • Saturday from 8 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4 PM
• December 7
  • Sunday from 9 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4 PM
• December 10 and 11
  • Wednesday and Thursday 8:30 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 4:30 PM
• December 12
  • Friday from 1 PM to 8 PM
• December 13
  • Saturday from 9 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4 PM

📍Gespeg Micmac Interpretation Centre

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For more information on the works, visit https://www.kwefest.com/tressages-jean-claude-poitras.

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End of the World Christmas Market

📅 November 14 to 16, 2025

🕒 Market Hours :

• Friday, November 14: 5 PM to 9 PM
• Saturday, November 15: 9 AM to 5 PM
• Sunday, November 16: 9 AM to 4 PM

📍Gespeg Mi'kmaq Nation Community Hall – 34, montée de Corte-Real, Gaspé

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From November 14 to 16, come experience the holiday spirit in Gaspé and discover the unique creations of over 40 artisans from Gaspésie and the Magdalen Islands, as well as offerings from two local tourism businesses, perfect for gifts that inspire travel… to the end of the world!

✨ A family room will be set up for the enjoyment of little ones (and grown-ups too!)
✨ Le Café de la Traverse will be on-site, offering hot beverages and treats.

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Special Programming:

• Friday, November 14 — Singing performance by Les Voyous (6 PM to 8 PM)
• Saturday, November 15 — Live entertainment with Radio-Gaspésie
• Sunday, November 16 — Mrs. Claus Ornament Creation Workshop
  
  • Workshop offered upon registration.
  • 6-8 years: 9 AM and 10 AM
  • 9-11 years: 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM

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Accommodation package giveaway!

‍Enter to win a magical stay at 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 for 2 people in the ocean area and breakfast offered by Marché des saveurs.

The draw will take place at the end of the Market.

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Technical Partners

• City of Gaspé
• Musée de la Gaspésie
• Mi'gmaq Nation of Gespeg
• Maison de la famille parenfant
• Gaspé Library

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Musée de la Gaspésie Christmas Shop

📅 18 novembre 2025 au 4 janvier 2026

📍Musée de la Gaspésie

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Pour tous les détails, cliquez ici.

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Marché de Noël du Cercle des fermières de St-Majorique

📅 15 et 16 novembre 2025

🕒 Horaire du Marché :

• Samedi 15 novembre : 9 h à 17 h
• Dimanche 16 novembre : 9 h à 16 h

📍Salle Elphège Huet

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Projection Cinélune : Hola Frida

📅 23 novembre 2025

🕒 10 h

📍Centre de Création Diffusion de Gaspé

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Projection gratuite dans le cadre de Noël du Bout du Monde

HOLA FRIDA de Karine Vézina et André Kadi

Canada (Québec) – France. 2024. 82 min. (G)

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C’est l’histoire d’une petite fille différente. Son monde c’est Coyoacan au Mexique. Pétillante, vibrante, tout l’intéresse. Et lorsque les épreuves se présentent, elle leur fait face grâce à un imaginaire débordant. Cette petite fille s’appelle Frida Kahlo!

« Une histoire inspirante empreinte de poésie. » (Pauline Conradsson, Le Parisien)

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Lien de la bande-annonce : https://youtu.be/AoaGmYB_Q-M

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La projection est gratuite, mais nous vous invitons à réserver votre place : https://ccdg-cinelune.tuxedobillet.com

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Cette projection est rendue possible grâce au support de la Ville de Gaspé et de l'Entente de développement culturel du Ministère de la culture et des communications.

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Marché de Noël de L’Anse-au-Griffon

📅 28 au 30 novembre 2025

🕒 Horaire du Marché :

• Vendredi 28 novembre : 17 h à 20 h
• Samedi 29 novembre : 10 h à 16 h
• Dimanche 30 novembre : 10 h à 16 h

📍Centre communautaire de l'Anse-au-Griffon

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Marché vintage Paquebot Café

📅 29 novembre

🕒 17 h à 22 h

📍Paquebot Café

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Pour tous les détails, cliquez ici.

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Atelier de fabrication de couronnes de Noël

📅 29 novembre et 30 novembre

🕒 Horaire :

• Samedi 29 novembre : 10 h à 12 h
• Dimanche 30 novembre : 13 h à 15 h

📍Centre communautaire Douglas

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Inscription obligatoire ($) - gratuit pour les moins de 12 ans. Tout le matériel est fourni.

Billetterie : https://www.zeffy.com/fr-CA/ticketing/atelier-de-fabrication-de-couronnes-de-noel

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Marché de Noël de la Maison des Ainés et alternative de Rivière-au-Renard

📅 29 novembre

🕒 10 h 30 à 15 h 30

📍180 Boulevard Renard O, Gaspé, QC G4X 5A1, Canada

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Exposition artistiques du Regroupement des personnes handicapées de Gaspé

📅 3 décembre 2025

🕒 16 h à 18 h

📍Gare intermodale

👥 Organisée par les Ateliers À Travers et le Regroupement des personnes handicapées de Gaspé

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Parade et veillée de Noël

📅 6 décembre 2025

La magie de Noël défilera à nouveau dans les rues du centre-ville de Gaspé pour une 12e édition haute en couleur, organisée par le Comité Noël des enfants de Gaspé! L’année dernière, un nombre record de chars a illuminé la soirée, et la tradition se poursuit cette année avec encore plus de féérie.

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Au programme

Pré-veillé à l'Auberge sous les arbres

🕒 15 h à 17 h 30

📍Auberge sous les arbres

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Grande parade de Noël

🕒 17 h 30

📍Départ sur la rue de la Reine

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Veillée et feux d'artifice

🕒 Dès 18 h 30

📍Berceau du Canada

Illumination du sapin, breuvages chauds, spectacle de chant et kiosque photo avec le père Noël!

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Veillée des commerçants

Merchants' late-night shopping event with special offers in several downtown boutiques.

• Beige Farine - open until 5 PM

• Marie Gaudet Jewelry - open until 5:30 PM
  
  • Tax-free
• Dary Jewelry - Open until 7 PM
  
  • 10% off
• Oh les pains - open until 8 PM
  
  • From 4 PM: 15% off gift cards and hot beverages.
• Café des artistes - Open until 8 PM

• Paquebot - open until 9 PM
  
  • (15% store discount)
• Alpha Bookstore - open until 9 PM

• Marché des saveurs - open until 9 PM
  
  • Fresh waffle sales, hot chocolate, cheese tasting, and more.
• Lisa Bond Jewelry - open until 9 PM
  
  • 50% off Christmas decorations
• Sea Flower - open until 10 PM

• Brise-Bise - until midnight
  
  • Free soup - voluntary contribution to be donated to Accueil Blanche Goulet in Gaspé

♿ Accessibility Information

• Accessible Parking at Service Canada Centre (98 Rue de la Reine, Gaspé)
• For permit holders, a reserved space will be available in front of Yvette-Bossé Park.

⚠️ Departure not possible before the end of the parade.

⏰ Arrival permitted until 5 PM.

Christmas Stocking Making Workshop

📅 December 6

🕒 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

📍Douglas Community Center

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Registration required ($)Open to children aged 12 and over (not suitable for younger children). All materials are provided.

Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/fr-CA/ticketing/atelier-de-confection-de-bas-de-noel

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Bout du Monde Food Market

📅 December 19 and 20, 2025

🕒 Market Schedule :

• Friday, December 19: 6 PM to 9 PM
• Saturday, December 20: 6 PM to 9 PM

📍Outside Café de la Traverse

👥 Organized by: Café de la Traverse and the volunteers of Le Griffon Cultural Center

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Details to come.

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Solstice Dinner

📅 December 20, 2025

🕒 5:30 PM

📍Douglas Community Center

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Prices:

• Free for children 4 and under
• 5-12 years old - $10
• 13 years old and up - $20

Cash payment only, at the door.

A vegetarian option will be available in limited quantities. First come, first served.

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Official Partners

The World's End Christmas would not be possible without the support of our valuable partners. Their commitment and trust allow the magic of the holidays 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.

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Presenting Partners

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Associate Partner

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Media Partner

Technical Partners

• City of Gaspé
• Gaspé Children's Christmas Committee
• Cradle of Canada
• Hotel Baker
• Le Griffon Cultural Center
• Music from the End of the World
• TDLG

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