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Montréal · art
Montreal 1976: An Olympic Feat · McCord Stewart
Mar 27 – Sep 13 · McCord Stewart Museum · Free
Fifty years after the '76 Games: the retrospective, plus "Céline in Dior" showing the gown from her Paris 2024 Eiffel Tower return. Free Wednesday evenings.
Montréal · art
M.C. Escher: The Exhibition
Apr 10 – Aug 30 · 312 Sainte-Catherine Ouest
150+ original Escher prints, impossible constructions and tessellations, with immersive rooms and interactives in the Quartier des Spectacles. A perfect rainy-day detour.
Montréal · food
Marché de La Station · Nuns' Island
Apr 12 – Nov 1 · 10 AM · La Station intergenerational centre · Free
A Sunday farmers' market outside La Station on Nuns' Island, bringing seasonal produce and local food directly to the neighbourhood through early November.
Montréal · art
Otherworlds + Paola Pivi · PHI
Apr 23 – Sep 13 · PHI, Old Montréal
Jakob Kudsk Steensen's six speculative ecological worlds in VR and spatial sound, alongside Paola Pivi's playful sculpture show. PHI's twin summer headliners.
Montréal · food
Marché Angus
May 15 – Oct 16 · 3 PM · Technopôle Angus · Free
A Friday neighbourhood market with around 20 rotating local farms and makers selling produce, bread, cheese, meat, drinks, sweets, prepared food and body products.
Montréal · music
Tam-Tams du Mont-Royal
May 17 – Oct 25 · Monument George-Étienne Cartier, Mount Royal · Free
The informal Sunday drum circle at the foot of Mount Royal: drummers, dancers and picnics all afternoon. Free, unorganized, weather permitting.
Montréal · culture
Cirque du Soleil: ECHO · Big Top, Old Port
May 21 – Aug 16 · Grand Chapiteau, Quai Jacques-Cartier
Cirque's 20th big-top production: heroine Future, a morphing cube, and an acrobatic fable about our bond with nature. Final Montréal weeks before it leaves for Mexico.
Montréal · culture
Pedestrian streets · L'été sur rue
May 23 – Sep 20 · Bernard, Wellington and Villeray streets · Free
Three confirmed commercial corridors go car-free on different dates. Use the program below for each exact street segment and season window.
Montréal · culture
Les Jardins Gamelin
May 28 – Sep 13 · Place Émilie-Gamelin · Free
A downtown square turned garden village for its 12th season: free concerts, DJ sets, line dancing and karaoke every day beside Berri-UQAM, bar from 5 PM.
Montréal · art
Heroes of Greece: The Age of Troy · Pointe-à-Callière
Jun 4 – Mar 7 · Pointe-à-Callière
Nearly 400 objects from 28 Greek museums retell the Trojan War: Achilles, Helen and Odysseus at the Old Montréal archaeology museum.
Montréal · music
Village au Pied-du-Courant
Jun 4 – Sep 5 · Under the Jacques-Cartier Bridge · Free + paid
Pop-up beach village on the river: sand, bars, food stands and DJ sets under the bridge, with free fireworks-viewing nights. Free entry before 7 PM.
Montréal · food
Verdun Farmers' Market · Bannantyne
Jun 10 – Oct 28 · 3 PM · Bibliothèque Jacqueline-De Repentigny lawn · Free
A small Wednesday farmers' market on the library lawn for seasonal produce and local goods, organized as a close-to-home food option for Verdun residents.
Montréal · art
BODYVERSE · OASIS Immersion
Jun 19 – Aug 29 · OASIS Immersion, Palais des congrès
A roughly 60-minute journey inside the human body through 360° projections, spatial sound and free-roam VR. Designed for ages 8+; timed booking required.
Montréal · family
Artemis II: The Projection · Science Centre
Jul 1 – Aug 31 · Montreal Science Centre, Old Port
A 12-minute projection retracing April's Artemis II crewed lunar flyby, introduced by astronaut Jeremy Hansen, plus the Comedy Wildlife photo safari.
Montréal · fireworks
L'International des Feux Loto-Québec
Jul 2 – Aug 6 · 10 PM · La Ronde (free viewing from the Old Port) · Free + paid
International fireworks competition over La Ronde. Watch free from the Old Port, Jacques-Cartier bridge sidewalk or De Lorimier viewpoints; ticketed seating inside the park.
Montréal · food
Les Premiers Vendredis (First Fridays)
Jul 3 – Sep 5 · 4 PM · Esplanade du Parc olympique · Free
Canada's biggest food-truck gathering on the Olympic Park esplanade. 2026 runs as Friday+Saturday editions, remaining dates Aug 21–22 and Sep 4–5, 4 to 11 PM.
Montréal · music
Piknic Électronik
Jul 5 – Oct 18 · Parc Jean-Drapeau
Sunday-afternoon electronic music institution under the Calder sculpture. 2026 season runs May 17 to Oct 18.
Montréal · culture
Cinéma sous les étoiles
Jul 6 – Aug 28 · Various Montréal parks · Free
Free open-air documentary cinema in parks across Montréal. Each dated listing names the film and park; check the official rain status from 4 PM on screening days.
Montréal · culture
Fantasia International Film Festival
Jul 16 – Aug 2 · Concordia University (Hall Building)
30th edition of North America's biggest genre film festival, three weeks of horror, sci-fi and Asian cinema premieres at Concordia.
Montréal · culture
Théâtre de Verdure Summer Program
Jul 17 – Aug 26 · 8:30 PM · Théâtre de Verdure, Parc La Fontaine · Free
Free music, dance, circus, theatre and film in Parc La Fontaine's 2,000-seat amphitheatre. This listing contains every remaining official date; check the event page before leaving because storms can cancel shows.
Montréal · food
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue Market
Jul 18 – Oct 31 · 9 AM · Parc Lalonde waterfront · Free
A waterfront Saturday market with 25 to 40 stalls for local produce, baked goods, cheese, meat, prepared food, flowers, drinks and picnic supplies.
Montréal · sports
Learn to Paddleboard · Lachine Canal
Jul 18 – Sep 6 · 10:30 AM · Saint-Gabriel Lock, Lachine Canal
A reservable 90-minute beginner paddleboard session for ages 14+ at Lock 3. The $15 fee includes board, paddle, PFD and waterproof bag; arrive 15 minutes early.
Montréal · music
SUNSAT · SAT Rooftop
Jul 19 – Sep 12 · 12 PM · SAT Rooftop, 3rd floor
Three all-ages daytime rooftop parties with underground electronic DJs, cocktails, light food and an artisan market, running from noon through golden hour.
Montréal · art
Film Noir au Canal
Jul 19 – Aug 16 · 6:30 PM · Square Saint-Patrick, Lachine Canal · Free
Free Sunday screenings of cult crime films beside the Lachine Canal, introduced by live music and film experts. Titles are revealed weekly; rain dates are Mondays.
Montréal · music
Danse au Parc · Salsa and Bachata
Jul 21 – Sep 29 · 7 PM · Parc de la Petite-Italie gazebo · Free
A beginner-friendly salsa and bachata lesson followed by no-partner-needed social dancing in Little Italy. Rain or shine; the organizer posts community safety rules.
Montréal · food
Le Grand PoutineFest
Jul 22 – Aug 2 · Quai de l'Horloge, Old Port · Free
Twelve days of poutine from dozens of vendors on the Old Port. Free live music on Saturdays; tasting packages on Fridays.
Montréal · music
SOUS L'ANNEAU · Wednesday Nights
Jul 22 – Sep 2 · 5 PM · Esplanade PVM, Place Ville Marie · Free
Free Wednesday after-work DJ sets and live performances beneath Place Ville Marie's Ring, with a relaxed open-air meeting place in the heart of downtown.
Montréal · music
Dômesicle Summer 2026 · SAT
Jul 24 – Aug 21 · 10 PM · Satosphere, SAT
Friday-night electronic parties pair local and international DJs with live 360-degree visuals inside the Satosphere. Individual lineups and ticket prices vary. Ages 18+.
Montréal · art
Montréal Makers Market
Jul 25 – Sep 13 · 11 AM · Salle St-Jean Berchmans · Free
A free indoor market with more than 80 independent local makers, artists and small businesses selling handmade art, ceramics, jewellery, clothing, food and unusual finds.
Montréal · music
OSHEAGA Music and Arts Festival
Jul 31 – Aug 2 · Parc Jean-Drapeau
Montréal's flagship music festival, three days across the Parc Jean-Drapeau island stages.
Montréal · culture
Fierté Montréal
Jul 31 – Aug 9 · Montréal Village + Olympic Park Esplanade · Free
20th edition of Montréal Pride, ten days of free outdoor shows and community events, closing with the parade down Sainte-Catherine on Aug 9 at 1 PM.
Montréal · sports
Critical Mass Montréal
Jul 31 – Sep 25 · 5 PM · George-Étienne Cartier Monument · Free
A free, welcoming monthly community ride that celebrates cycling, builds connections and reclaims the street at a human scale. Bring a road-ready bike and lights.
Montréal · sports
National Bank Open (ATP)
Aug 1–13 · IGA Stadium · Free
The ATP Masters 1000 is in Montréal this year. Family Weekend on Aug 1–2 opens the grounds free before main-draw play begins.
Montréal · sports
CF Montréal vs New England Revolution
Aug 1 · 7:30 PM · Stade Saputo
MLS Saturday-night match at Stade Saputo. Kickoff 7:30 PM.
Montréal · culture
Montréal Highland Games and Festival
Aug 2 · Douglas Hospital grounds
A full day of Scottish athletics, pipe bands, Highland dancing, Celtic music, a family village, rugby clinics, clans, vendors and a ceilidh tent.
Montréal · culture
International First Peoples' Festival
Aug 4–14 · Place des Festivals and partner venues · Free
Eleven days of Indigenous film, music, visual art, poetry and public performance. The organizer confirms August 4 to 14; check the evolving venue calendar.
Montréal · culture
AfroMonde Festival
Aug 6–9 · Clock Tower Quay, Old Port · Free
A free celebration of Afro-descendant cultures through music, dance, visual arts, food, workshops, yoga, meditation and community wellness at the Old Port.
Montréal · music
OSM Summer Concerts
Aug 6–12 · 7:30 PM · Three Montréal parks · Free
Three confirmed free OSM concerts bring Rafael Payare and the orchestra to Saint-Laurent, Parc La Fontaine and the Olympic Park Esplanade.
Montréal · culture
Otakuthon 2026
Aug 7–9 · Palais des congrès de Montréal
Montréal's largest anime convention is an all-ages weekend of anime, manga, gaming, cosplay, Japanese culture, concerts, guests and a packed exhibitor hall.
Montréal · culture
ItalfestMTL
Aug 7–16 · Little Italy and various Montréal venues · Free
Italian-Québécois culture takes over Little Italy and partner venues with concerts, opera, cinema, fashion, art, food and family programming.
Montréal · music
ÎLESONIQ
Aug 8–9 · Parc Jean-Drapeau
Electronic music weekend on the island. 2026 lineup led by Deadmau5 and Dom Dolla, with a satellite opening event downtown Aug 7.
Montréal · sports
Alouettes vs Edmonton Elks
Aug 8 · 3 PM · Stade Percival-Molson
CFL Saturday matinee. 3 PM kickoff at Percival-Molson.
Montréal · family
Montréal Children's Literature Festival
Aug 9 · Parc Noël-Spinelli · Free
A free family day with children's authors, illustrators, publishers, readings, performances, crafts and book discovery beside the Lachine waterfront.
Montréal · culture
Orientalys Festival
Aug 13–16 · Clock Tower Quay, Old Port · Free
A free waterfront medina of music, dance, food, crafts, exhibitions and workshops celebrating cultures from North Africa to China, with activities for all ages.
Montréal · music
Marché des Possibles
Aug 14 – Sep 20 · Parc Sans Nom and Parc Mario, Mile End · Free
POP Montréal's newly announced neighbourhood series returns for six weekends of live music, DJ parties, community programming, food and local discoveries.
Montréal · music
LASSO Montréal
Aug 15–16 · Parc Jean-Drapeau
Country music festival on the island. Note: official site says Aug 15–16, not the Aug 14–16 sometimes listed elsewhere.
Montréal · sports
CF Montréal vs D.C. United
Aug 15 · 7:30 PM · Stade Saputo
MLS Saturday-night match at Stade Saputo. Kickoff 7:30 PM.
Montréal · sports
Beach Pro Tour Elite 16 · Montréal
Aug 19–23 · Parc Jean-Drapeau
World-tour beach volleyball returns to the island, the sport's top pairs, five days of matches.
Montréal · food
Montréal Asian Night Market · ROYALMOUNT
Aug 20–23 · ROYALMOUNT Urban Park · Free
Four days of Asian street food, artisans, performances and cultural activities in ROYALMOUNT's outdoor urban park, steps from De la Savane metro.
Montréal · art
M.A.D. Festival
Aug 20–23 · Place des Festivals · Free
Montréal's fashion, arts and entertainment festival fills Place des Festivals with local-designer runway shows, performances, art and a revamped pop-up market.
Montréal · sports
Alouettes vs Ottawa Redblacks
Aug 20 · 7:30 PM · Stade Percival-Molson
CFL Thursday-night rivalry game vs Ottawa. Kickoff 7:30 PM.
Montréal · music
Vans Warped Tour Montréal
Aug 21–22 · Parc Jean-Drapeau
The touring punk and alternative festival returns to Montréal for two days of bands, artist alley, extreme sports, record labels, charities and festival culture.
Montréal · family
Marionnettes Plein la rue
Aug 21–23 · Promenade Wellington · Free
The pedestrian Well becomes an outdoor puppet stage for its 15th edition, with intimate, roaming and giant-puppet performances for children and curious adults.
Montréal · sports
CF Montréal vs LA Galaxy
Aug 22 · 7:30 PM · Stade Saputo
MLS: LA Galaxy visit Stade Saputo. Kickoff 7:30 PM.
Montréal · music
MUTEK
Aug 25–30 · Quartier des Spectacles
Six nights of electronic music and digital art, experimental A/V performances downtown, with some free outdoor programming.
Montréal · culture
18th-Century Public Market · Pointe-à-Callière
Aug 29–30 · Pointe-à-Callière Museum plaza · Free
A free French-Regime market reenactment with period characters, crafts, food, music, demonstrations and Indigenous knowledge in the streets around the museum.
Montréal · art
FAR · Festival des arts de ruelle
Aug 29 – Sep 13 · Alleys and parks across Montréal · Free
The 10th edition turns neighbourhood alleys and parks into intimate open-air stages for circus, theatre, music, dance and roaming performance. Check the organizer for each location.