Since 2022, the Montreal Public Markets have been organizing major festivities during the month of October to celebrate Oktoberfest, showcase the expertise of local microbreweries and say “see you next year” to the summer season.

We can’t wait to welcome you back in 2025 to fill up on beer and make full of discoveries. In the meantime, here’s a look back at the 2024 edition.

A look back at the previous event

From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Jean-Talon Market invites you to the market’s second Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6! The Oktoberfest at Jean-Talon Market will feature more than 100 craft beers, great food from the market’s restaurateurs, and a program of music and activities to keep you entertained.

The event is free, and tasting glasses will be available at the event booth for $3.50. Microbreweries will be offering a uniform rate for tastings at $4 for 5 oz and $7 for 10 oz (payment by card only).

Gourmet beer and local tasting workshops : Beer at the table !

On the occasion of Oktoberfest at Jean-Talon Market, you’re invited to take part in a guided tasting workshop with Yan Lortie, beer sommelier.

During the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to taste 4 beers paired with 3 cheese. At the same time, Yan will introduce you to :

• The benefits of beer at the table
• How to discover and approach food and beer pairings
• Types of pairings
• Some typical pairings

Here are all the details:

• When :
  • Saturday, October 5 at 1, 2:30, 4 and 5:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, October 6 at 2:30 and 4 p.m.
• Where : Salle de la Mandoline, on the second floor of Marché Jean-Talon
• How much : $15, taxes included
• Duration : 1 hour (45 minutes + 15 minutes for questions)

Plenty of microbreweries present

At Jean-Talon Market – Oktoberfest will provide the opportunity to sample well-known classics such as Pilsners, India Pale Ales, Stouts, Lagers and Porters as well as exciting new beers. 

One thing’s for sure: there’s no shortage of craft beer options brewed and developed by local microbreweries. Enjoy them in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere!

• Avant-Garde Artisans Brasseurs 
• Bob Magnale Artisans Brasseurs 
• Brasseur Noir 
• EtOH Brasserie 
• Farnham Ale&Lager 
• L’amère à boire 
• La Chope Angus 
• La Fabrique 
• Memento 
• Messorem 
• Microbrasserie Trois Lacs 
• Microbrasserie Cardinal 
• Ô Quai des Brasseurs 
• Robin – Bière Naturelle 
• Siboire Microbrasserie 

Music all day !

Our DJs and songwriters will be on hand to set the mood!

Oktoberfest at Jean-Talon Market is made possible by the support of the Ville de Montréal.