A massive Asian night market takes over Montréal’s Chinatown

There’s something special about wandering a night market. The colourful sights the boisterous sounds and the smells wafting from food vendors all make for an unforgettable experience. The 2024 edition of Montréal’s Chinatown Asian Night Market is back and bigger than ever.

This event is a celebration of food and culture which includes mesmerizing shows and street performances, not to mention interactive games, face painting, a thrilling mural painting battle and a host of other fun activities for the whole family.

Their mission (as is every year) is to revitalize and empower local business to maximize the commercial vitality of Chinatown and bring life into the neighbourhood. This initiative invites locals to rediscover this vibrant part of the city.

This year's Marché de Nuit or Night Market, returns with an exciting collaboration with Mural, the Montréal-based nonprofit dedicated to making street art more accessible. This edition features stunning installations by Cambodian artist Maylee Keo, and a live mural creation by the talented Bryan Beyung at the bustling corner of René-Lévesque and Saint-Laurent, right where the food market thrives. Expect captivating live painting, mesmerizing shows, and vibrant street performances that will infuse the evenings with a unique flair.

New this year, Spade & Palacio offers guided tours in French for just $20, lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes, with departures at 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. During this tour, you’ll explore over twenty original murals across the streets of Montréal, showcasing the work of both international and local artists. Don’t miss this opportunity—reserve your spot now!

The majority of menu prices will vary between $4 and $8, with premium dishes costing between $9 and $12.

It takes place in Chinatown at the Corner of Saint-Laurent Blvd. and de La Gauchetière from August 22 to 25 and then again from August 29 to September 1st. Admission is FREE!