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201 Years of Celebration in the Heart of Montreal Montreal is turning green for the 201st edition of its legendary St. Patrick’s Day Parade! Since 1824, this iconic event has filled the streets with vibrant floats, marching bands, dancers and musicians, creating an electrifying atmosphere. As the oldest parade in Canada and one of the […]
Contemporary art moves underground From April 25 to May 10, 2026, Festival Art Souterrain returns for its 18th edition, transforming downtown Montreal’s underground pedestrian network into a vast contemporary art circuit. Under the theme of Duality, the 2026 edition explores the contrasts that shape our reality. Light and shadow, natural and artificial, movement and stillness […]
Montreal celebrates Japanese culture for 10 Days From May 1 to 10, 2026, Japan Week transforms Montréal into a true celebration of Japanese culture. Organized by ASIASIE, the event invites visitors to explore a curated route through participating restaurants, boutiques, and cultural venues. Unlike a centralized festival, the experience unfolds directly inside local businesses, creating […]
A festive Asian market in the heart of downtown From May 7 to 10, 2026, the ASIASIE Festival takes over Time Out Market Montreal, on the second floor of the Eaton Centre, to celebrate Asian Heritage Month in the heart of downtown. Over 4 days, visitors can explore a large market featuring more than 30 […]
Celebrate the Grand Prix du Canada in the heart of the city It's time for several days of festivities in downtown Montreal! The heart of the city comes alive to celebrate the Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada! Whether you like beautiful cars, wild parties, good restaurants or live music, downtown is the place to […]
From June 12 to 20, 2026, Montreal will come alive with the Francos de Montréal, the largest festival celebrating Francophone music! For its 36th edition, the festival promises a rich and diverse lineup with nearly 150 performances. Get ready to party with outdoor and indoor concerts in the heart of downtown, featuring artists like Orelsan, […]
A colorful edition The 46th edition of the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal will take place from June 26 to July 5, 2025, at the Quartier des Spectacles. This […]
Three Days of Pop Culture Take Over Downtown From July 3 to 5, Montreal Comiccon returns to the Palais des congrès for a weekend dedicated to all things pop culture. […]
The Sounds of the World Take Over Downtown From July 7 to 19, the Festival International Nuits d’Afrique celebrates its 40th anniversary with a vibrant lineup bringing the sounds of Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America to the heart of Montreal. For nearly two weeks, the Quartier des Spectacles comes alive with concerts, free outdoor […]
Four Days of Soul in the Heart of Downtown From July 9 to 12, SoulFest MTL brings the sounds of soul, Motown, R&B, gospel, and funk to the heart of downtown Montreal. For four days, acclaimed performers and rising talents share the spotlight in a feel-good atmosphere where standing still is rarely an option. An […]
The World's Biggest Comedy Festival Is Back From July 15 to 26, Just For Laughs once again turns downtown Montreal into one giant stage for comedy. For nearly two weeks, galas, live shows, outdoor performances, and special events take over the Quartier des Spectacles and some of the city's most iconic venues. Downtown Gets the […]
Genre Cinema at Its Best From July 16 to August 2, the Fantasia International Film Festival celebrates its 30th edition with an exciting lineup showcasing the best in fantasy, horror, […]
