Combined Offer (Day & Night)
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Shining by day. Glowing by night.
Visit Duration (Day)
Approximately 1 hour
AURA Duration (Night)
40 to 45 min
The Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal package allows you to discover this heritage gem in its entirety. By day, take part in a sightseeing visit to admire numerous artistic treasures such as the masterly stained glass windows and the Casavant organ. In the evening, immerse yourself in the AURA Experience, which lets you see the Basilica from a totally new angle.
Discover the history of an emblematic site
Daytime
Every year, Montreal's Notre-Dame Basilica welcomes more than a million visitors from the four corners of the globe. Its heritage, neo-Gothic architecture, breathtaking décor and wide range of religious celebrations make it a must-see venue in Montreal.
From Céline Dion's wedding on December 17, 1994, to René Angélil's funeral on January 22, 2016, 22 years later, the Basilica remains a national landmark for many international celebrations.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
Disclaimer
Both activities can be done on the same day, or spread over two different days. Each activity has its own QR code, which you will receive when you purchase your combined offer.
For the sightseeing visit, you may visit the Basilica at any time during normal opening hours (usually until 4 p.m., schedule subject to change) and return at the time indicated on your ticket for The AURA Experience if you wish to partake in both activities on the same day.
Experience the Basilica in a new light
Evening
AURA is an immersive experience created by Moment Factory. It allows visitors to discover an architectural jewel of Quebec's heritage in a new light, celebrating its exquisite beauty. Using state-of-the-art projectors and lasers, the Basilica's enclosure glows from floor to ceiling. The AURA experience accomplishes the unthinkable: bringing life and movement to a timeless place.
Approximate duration: Illuminate stations at your own pace from 15 to 20 minutes + show potion of 25 minutes for a total approximate duration of 40 to 45 minutes.
Disclaimer
Both activities can be done on the same day, or spread over two different days. Each activity has its own QR code, which you will receive when you purchase your combined offer.
If you wish to see The AURA Experience on the same day as your sightseeing visit, please exit the Basilica at the scheduled closing time (usually 4:30 p.m, schedule subject to change) and return at the time indicated on your ticket for the evening showing.
Activities at Notre-Dame
Oct 18, 2025
Saturday at 1 P.M.
Notre-Dame's Music O'Clock - Holiday Edition
Under the direction of Valérie Dallaire, an impressionist concert, piano and soprano works by Debussy will bring warmth to the fall season. All proceeds go to the Restoration Program of the Notre-Dame Basilica Foundation of Montreal.
Charlie at the Chapel : December 13 & 23
On December 13 & 23, immerse yourself in holiday nostalgia with Charlie à la Chapelle, inspired by Vince Guaraldi's cult album A Charlie Brown Christmas. Les Chambristes du Grand Montréal, the Rozan Trio, and the Basilique's opera singers combine their talents in original arrangements by Karl A. Rozankovic. A magical encounter between jazz, strings, and voices, for children of all ages, in an enchanting setting.
Noël Lyrique: December 19 & 20
On December 19 & 20, the Temps Fort choir, led by Pascal Germain-Berardi, invites you to a vibrant and accessible Christmas concert, featuring rare and moving works from the choral repertoire. From William Dawson to Francis Poulenc, discover lesser-known pieces that reimagine holiday traditions. Renowned for its bold projects and inclusive approach, Temps Fort transforms each performance into an unforgettable experience, combining musical depth with human warmth.
Concert of Carols: December 26, 27, 29 & 30
The lyric artists of Notre-Dame Basilica invite you to an intimate recital of the most beautiful Christmas hymns. Accompanied by the Gaveau piano and Guilbault-Thérien organ, they offer a warm and spiritual moment, perfect for celebrating the season in beauty and tradition.
Sightseeing Visit
Shining by day.
Discover the history and heritage of an emblematic Montreal site, from the origins of the urban colony to today's imposing neo-Gothic church.
The AURA Experience by Moment Factory
Glowing by night.
By creating a visual and musical universe of captivating beauty and combining it with the timeless beauty of the Notre-Dame Basilica, Moment Factory has succeeded in creating a divinely unique masterpiece, in which the Basilica acts as both muse and canvas.
Combined Offer: Sightseeing Visit (daytime) + The AURA Experience (evening)
Shining by day. Glowing by night.
Enjoy the best of both worlds at a reduced price - a special package including a performance of The AURA Experience and a tour of the Basilica!
Starting from $45 for both activities.
Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday at 7:30 P.M.
The OM presents Christmas Oratorio
Decembre 17th 2025
Bach’s genius is on full display in this monumental masterpiece, composed of six cantatas that recount the story of the Nativity. Its powerful arias rise like majestic columns, its intricate vocalizations act as finely sculpted ornaments, and its clarity illuminates the stained glass and brings the colours to life.
This veritable cathedral of sound reaches its fullest expression when performed in a setting as breathtaking as Montréal’s Notre-Dame Basilica, under the baton of visionary architect Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
Dec 24, 2025
Wednesday at 9:30 A.M.
Christmas Mass
Christmas Masses – Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal
Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal invites you to celebrate the Nativity of the Lord during the solemn Masses:
7:00 PM : Family mass & Live Nativity Scene
9:30 PM
Midnight
Reservation Required
Seats are limited. Please book your ticket:
Online: www.feverup.com
At the Basilica’s ticket office
Doors Open
30 minutes before each celebration
Pre-Mass Music
Twenty minutes before each Mass, music will accompany the faithful in a spirit of reflection and joy.
7:00 PM: Pascale Brigitte Boilard will perform Christmas songs.
9:30 PM & Midnight: The Basilica’s vocal ensemble will perform traditional carols.
Join us for this unique celebration in the beauty and spirituality of Notre-Dame Basilica.