Visit the Nutcracker Market at the Galeries du Palais!

MONTREAL, Nov. 24, 2010 /CNW Telbec/ - The Palais des congrès de Montréal invites you to be swept away by the magic of Christmas during the Nutcracker Market, which will run from November 24 to December 5, 2010 at the Galeries du Palais commercial mall. Held for the first time in Canada, and presented by Les Grands ballets canadiens de Montréal, this major event will bring together 60 exhibitors and usher in the start of a new Montréal Holiday Season tradition.

"We are proud to host Montréal's very first Christmas market, a new concept that is typical of Montréal's Euro-American charm," emphasized Marc Tremblay, President and CEO of the Palais des congrès de Montréal. "By associating ourselves with a highly reputable cultural institution, the Palais continues to be actively involved in Montréal's cultural community, and in showcasing the city's exceptional venues," added Tremblay.

The Nutcracker Market exhibitors will feature items in six product categories that will make original gift ideas for the Holiday Season: clothing and accessories, gourmet foods, home and decoration, beautycare and wellness, children's merchandise and toys, and novelties. It is the perfect opportunity to encourage local craftspeople and support Montréal culture. Go to www.marchecassenoisette.com for a complete list of exhibitors and the market's business hours.

The Nutcracker Market will also give visitors the opportunity to discover the products and services available year round at the Galeries du Palais, where dozens of merchants have been conveniently serving Montréal tourists, convention-goers and workers in the downtown core and Old Montréal for nearly a decade. Accessible rain, snow or shine on foot, via public transit or by car, this commercial mall in the heart of the city is ideally located and offers parking right next door. To learn more: www.lesgaleriesdupalais.com.

About the Palais des congrès de Montréal
The mission of the Palais des congrès de Montréal is to attract and host conventions, exhibitions, conferences, meetings and other events. A public institution with a commercial vocation, the Palais generates major economic spinoffs for Québec and has contributed proudly for more than 25 years to sharing knowledge and enhancing Montréal's international reputation as a first-rate destination. For more information on the Palais des congrès de Montréal, visit our website at www.congresmtl.com.

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