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From exclusive chef creations to Nuit Blanche: don’t miss these Montréal en Lumière highlights

Live performances, limited-edition menus and fashion pop-ups are on the menu at Time Out Market Montréal.

Laura Osborne
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Laura Osborne
Editor, Time Out Canada
Oydssée M.A.D.
Photograph: Oydssée M.A.D. | WEAREARTE.CA
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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.

Centre Eaton de Montréal
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.

Skating
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

Tunnel Espresso
Photograph: Tunnel Espresso | Time Out Market Montréal

Chanthy Yen: Smoked meat bao buns featuring classic Montreal smoked meat, yellow mustard, pickles, and cabbage slaw

Chanthy Yen
Photograph: Chanthy Yen | Time Out Market Montréal

Americas BBQ: Grilled duck breast with potato with carrot purée, chimichurri, and demi-glace

Americas BBQ
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

Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine
Photograph: Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine | Time Out Market Montréal

Il Miglio: Fettuccine alfredo tossed in a creamy parmesan and butter sauce

Il Miglio
Photograph: Il Miglio | Time Out Market Montréal

Moleskine: Calzone with Montreal smoked meat, caramelized onions, fior di latte, and mustard sauce

Moleskine
Photograph: Moleskine | Time Out Market Montréal

Campo: Saint-Laurent Boulevard sandwich with chicken, spicy mayo, fries and a pickle

Campo
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

Ibéricos
Photograph: Ibéricos | Time Out Market Montréal

Le Blossom: Sushi bagel with rice, nori, cream cheese, smoked salmon, avocado, red tobiko, and sesame seeds

Le Blossom
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.

Odyssée M.A.D.
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. 

Check out the artistic programming here:

For more information about Time Out Market Montréal, click here.

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