What better time to rediscover the many facets of our city and fall in love again with its rich cultural heritage, not to mention its many culinary offers and the irresistible joie de vivre! From planning culinary adventures to organizing a weekend getaway, we are here to ensure you a most memorable experience. Nothing in life is guaranteed but we can assure you that we will do our utmost best to make it happen.
May 01, 04, 07, 08, 21, 22, 28, 29 & 30, 2025 -- Place Des Arts/Maison Symphonique
Since its founding in 1934, the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal has distinguished itself as a leader in the orchestral life of Canada and Québec. A cultural ambassador of the highest order, the Orchestra has earned an enviable reputation internationally through the quality of its many recordings and tours. Internationally acclaimed conductor Rafael Payare was named the OSM's Music Director Designate for the 2021--2022 season following a unanimous vote by the Orchestra's selection committee. The Venezuelan conductor will commence full duties in 2022--2023--his tenure will last a minimum of five years--becoming the ninth Music Director in the OSM's history.
May 02, 2025 -- Places des Arts/Maison Symphonique
Comprised of Quebec-born musicians, who are also mainly Quebec-trained, the Orchestre Métropolitain boasts an international calibre of excellence as an organization dedicated to promoting wider public access to classical music and to strong community involvement, as well as to artistic innovation and creativity. The Orchestre Métropolitain owes its international calibre to the quality and reputation of its Principal Conductor and Artistic Director, Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
May 01, 02, 03, 09, 11, 13, 15, 16 & 21, 2025 -- Bourgie Hall
Recitals, chamber music, vocal art, Baroque music, jazz, world music, family shows, and more: each year, Bourgie Hall produces over a hundred concerts at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in its exceptional venue.
Inaugurated in September 2011, Bourgie Hall offers top-rate artistic programming and welcomes on its stage Canadian and international artists in equal numbers. Whether they are just starting out or already critically acclaimed, these musicians are chosen to perform in Bourgie Hall on the basis of their immense talent. The public can't go wrong: audiences know that they can count on the quality of concerts "approved by Bourgie Hall!" In addition to offering remarkable concerts at affordable prices, Bourgie Hall organizes music workshops for families and amateur musicians. These friendly encounters enable participants to develop their musical gifts in a convivial environment. Bourgie Hall's programming also brings out astonishing connections between music and art collections. To be discovered at the concerts or during events in the Museum's exhibition rooms!
May 25 to June 06, 2025 -- Museum of Fine Arts/Salle Bourgie & Maison Symphonique
Founded in 2002 by internationally renowned bass Joseph Rouleau and current Chairman of the Board of the Competition and its Foundation André Bourbeau, the CMIM is an annual event that draws over 6,000 spectators to concert halls, as well as thousands of listeners on the radio and the web.
The CMIM seeks to discover and support young singers, violinists, and pianists who demonstrate exceptional mastery of their art. It's the only international competition in North America to be held annually and to present three disciplines in a three-year rotation. Since its first edition dedicated to voice in 2002, more than 2,400 hopefuls have entered the Competition and nearly 400 have performed in Montreal, much to the delight of music lovers.
May 2025
Founded in 1984 by Yuli Turovsky, the I Musici de Montréal Chamber Orchestra has been sharing its passion for classical music for over 35 years. The 15 exceptional musicians who make up the orchestra bring to life a varied repertoire ranging from the 17th century to the present day, accompanied by their principal guest conductor and artistic advisor Jean-François Rivest. With a program based on tradition, originality and innovation, the Orchestra stands out for the place it gives to numerous emerging and renowned artists with whom it partners to offer you a colorful and meaningful musical experience. I Musici de Montréal has built a solid reputation thanks to its numerous international tours and 40 recordings that meet the highest standards. The Orchestra also acts as a creative catalyst within the city of Montreal and continues to strengthen its roots in the community by collaborating with various organizations and schools on its territory.
May 10, 13, 15, 18 & 20, 2025 -- Place des Arts/Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier
The illustrious filmmaker Baz Luhrmann once said that La Bohème was the greatest love story ever sung. It is certainly a favourite of the repertoire. Staged by François Racine, this production causes us to reflect upon the fragility of love and life. What price do we pay if we try to follow our hearts and fulfill all our dreams? Young Montreal conductor Simon Rivard conducts the Orchestre Métropolitain in his Opéra de Montréal debut. Four young artists are living together in Paris' Quartier latin. Their dreams are many and their cares are few… The night when Mimi knocks on the young poet Rodolfo's door marks disruption in the course of their lives. All too quickly, the stark realities of life shatter their illusions
April 30 to May 04, 2025 -- Salle Caf' Conc' - 1050 Rue De la Gauchetière O, Montréal, QC H3B 4C9
The Japanese Film Festival celebrates its 40th edition in Montreal! Every year, the Consulate General of Japan in Montreal and the Japan Foundation, Toronto, a government non-profit organization which aims to deepen friendship and goodwill between Japan and Canada through intercultural exchanges, offer free screenings Japanese films.
In fact, the Japanese Film Festival presented by the Japan Foundation is international in scope and has screening locations in dozens of countries around the world, including several screening locations across Canada. The films chosen, each introducing different facets of Japan, are of varying genres and styles and feature a range of themes with the aim of appealing to all types of film fans.
May 29 to June 07, 2025 -- Place Des Arts
Spain, 17th century. Don Quixote is a dreamer in search of an ideal who lives through the tales of chivalry. Convinced that he is destined to restore justice and defend the oppressed, he embarks on an adventure with his faithful squire, Sancho Panza. Both comical and endearing, Don Quixote sees giants where there are only windmills and princesses in beautiful Romani women.
This two-act ballet is adapted from one of the most important works in Spanish literature, Don Quixote de la Mancha, written by Miguel de Cervantes in 1605. Adapted by the Cuban choreographer Marina Villanueva, this narrative is mainly inspired by the original version created by the renowned Marius Petipa in 1869 and by the 1988 version of Alicia Alonso, a key figure of classical ballet in the Hispanic-American culture.
Featuring flamboyant dances and romantic pas de deux, the choreography follows the lively music of Austrian composer Ludwig Minkus. With lavish set designs and sumptuous costumes, this playful ballet is a true explosion of colors and energy.
May 30 to June 01, 2025 -- Île Ste-Hélène/Park Jean-Drapeau
A huge celebration of science for the curious of all ages! Scientists explain what it is, why it works, how to get involved! Join over 100 activities. See the shows, LAUGH, CREATE, EXPERIMENT, DISCOVER and UNDERSTAND!
April 27 to May 18, 2025 -- Sylvan Adams theatre
What does a 31-year-old theatre kid do when he finds out his parents aren't quite who he thinks they are? Write a musical, of course! Our Little Secret: The 23andMe® Musical is the hilarious, moving, and completely true story of Noam Tomaschoff's discovery that he wasn't an only child… he actually had more than 35 siblings around the world! With a deft blend of comedy, drama, and wide-ranging musical styles, Noam takes the audience on a roller coaster ride of emotions ending with a message of optimism that is sure to make you hold your family just a little bit tighter.
May 18 to 22, 2025 -- Various Locations
Montréal will play host to an exceptional gathering as some of the finest bars from across the world come together for the second iteration of Montréal Cocktail Festival. Esteemed speakers, top bartenders, and cocktail aficionados from globally recognized bars will be stationed at some of Montréal's most beloved spots. With the majority of events open for free attendance, it presents a rare chance to sample incredible offerings and engage with world-class talent without the expense of traveling outside Montréal.
May 31 to June 01, 2025 -- Old Montreal
Les Foodies Festival is Montreal's premier culinary celebration, showcasing a vibrant mix of multicultural cuisines, food brands from soul food to health-conscious options. Founded in the "City of Foodies," this exciting event brings together a diverse array of restaurants, food products, supplements and entertainment. Now in its 3rd year, the festival takes place in the Old Port of Montreal, just before the Grand Prix, offering an unforgettable experience for food lovers. From fast food to fine dining, lounges to supper clubs, and from soul food to vegan delights, there's something for everyone. Follow us for exclusive highlights and discover the must-try spots in the city.
May 03 & 04, 2025 -- SAT (Société des Arts Technologiques)
More than 30 specialty coffee roasters from Quebec will be present to share their passion and their products.Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the roasters, discover and buy bags of coffee directly, and even equip themselves with the latest accessories and equipment to improve their coffee experience at home. In addition, workshops and conferences led by experts will be organized for all those who wish to deepen their knowledge or simply have fun with coffee. Guided coffee tastings (cuppings) will also be offered. The festival will also offer unlimited coffee tastings, encouraging exchanges between coffee enthusiasts and professionals.
May 25 to June 15, 2025 -- Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End
The Fringe Festival is Montréal's summer block party of theatre, dance, music, comedy, and more. With over 700 shows, local and international performing artists take over the Plateau Mont-Royal to celebrate years of boundless creativity. Artists are selected by lottery, no Censorship. Artists have complete freedom to present ANYTHING, accessibility to artists. Anyone can apply to the lottery and afford its application fees, accessibility to audience. Ticket prices are kept low and 100% of the ticket price is returned to the artists you see on stage.
May 22 to June 05, 2025 -- Various Location
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Montreal's international festival combining both contemporary dance and contemporary theater, the Festival TransAmériques is three weeks of world and North American premiere performances by top choreographers, artistic directors, playwrights, actors and dancers. A relative newbie on the festival scene in Montreal, the Festival TransAmériques premiered in 2007, combining two festivals. Previously known as the Festival de Théâtre des Amériques, an all-theater festival going strong since 1985, the Festival TransAmériques added contemporary dance to the performance roster, picking up the slack where Montreal's contemporary dance event, the Festival International de Nouvelle Danse (defunct since 2003) left a void, to the dismay of Montreal's prominent dance community. And so a new festival was born with a particular focus on promoting contemporary dance and theater on the edge.
May 01 to 10, 2025 -- Théâtre Saint Catherine
The Montreal Sketchfest is an annual celebration of sketch comedy assembly by Le Nouveau International, a not-profit arts company that resides at Théâtre Ste-Catherine. Since its inception in 2006, the festival has welcomed over 300 troupes from all over the world.
May 10, 17, 22 & 23,2025 -- Various Locations
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Montreal now hosts the famous classical music concerts that have caused a stir around the world! Candlelight shows adopt a new concept that engages all of your senses for a magical musical experience….DO NOT MISS ! This series of candlelit concerts, simply named "Candlelight", invites you to relive the greatest moments of classical music in the
most magical places of Montreal. In an intimate and warm atmosphere, rediscover the works of Vivaldi, Mozart, Chopin or even Beethoven. After having been a huge success around the world - in cities like New York, Barcelona or London - this unique experience is finally coming to Montreal.
Last Sunday in May 2025 -- Throughout Montreal
Founded in 1987, the Board of Montréal Museum Directors (BMMD) brings together the chief administrators of numerous museums across the Montréal region. Its mission is to support the visibility and awareness of Montréal museums by promoting their activities and defending their interests, and by encouraging the development of communication, mutual assistance and cooperation between these institutions with a view to making culture more accessible and helping citizens to take ownership of their museum heritage.
May 02 to 04, 2025 -- Place Bell Laval
Unique in North America, the "Salon de la Passion médiévale et historique" offers to its visitors an extraordinary opportunity to immerge in the past. Each year, thousands of people visit this festive and colourful medieval fair where more than 75 exhibitors and artisans offer jewelry, decorative accessories, leather goods and much more.
May 23 to 25, 2025 -- Olympic Park
Since its inaugural edition, FUEGO FUEGO has ignited the vibrant spirit of Latin music right in the heart of Montreal, one of the world's most renowned festival cities. Celebrating the rich tapestry of music genres from Latin pop, to reggaeton, Latin trap and beyond, FUEGO FUEGO has brought together a diverse array of top-streaming artists like Maluma, Rauw Alejandro, Feid, Young Miko and Ivy Queen, and combined them with powerful performances from talented emerging artists from all over the world. Canada's largest Latin music festival, FUEGO FUEGO creates an unforgettable experience, uniting music lovers for a high-energy celebration of rhythm, dance, and culture. FUEGO FUEGO is produced by evenko. The fourth edition will take place on May 24 and 25, 2025 at Montreal's Olympic Park Esplanade.
May 20 to 21, 2025 -- Gare Windsor Station
Montreal's first great festival of the summer, the Mondial de la bière is a unique tasting event dedicated to the reinstatement of beer's noble status. Founded in 1994, the Mondial de la bière is considered to be a gateway to the Québec and foreign beer industry. The professional MBeer segment, which began in 2005 with the MBeerconference, is enriched by the visit of international beer celebrities who contribute to its reputation. The MBeer Contest and the MBeer school of beerology, created in 1996, have also helped develop Quebec's expertise in this domain. An unavoidable event for beer amateurs, the Mondial de la bière attracts over 80,000 people who attend the event in search of high quality products, which many are exclusive to the Festival. To please festival goers, the Mondial de la bière's program also includes a very elaborate educational segment. Whether it's meeting with the brewers, through the Public Beer Contest or the Cheese and Beer workshops, amateurs are well equipped to cultivate their minds, educate their palate and quench their thirst with delectable discoveries. Through the years, the event has become the most important festival of international beers in America and its reputation now travels over to many countries. The European version of the Montreal event, the Mondial de la bière of Strasbourg, inaugurated its first edition between October 16th and 18th of 2009 and intends to be Europe's leading brewing event. To get the latest news on the Mondial, visit our Facebook page and follow us at Twitter/Mondialbiere.
May 14 to 19, 2025 -- Studio Tango Montreal & Tango Social Club
Bailongo equals quality, style, and dynamic energy all rolled into one. Think a serious Tango Festival meets the hippest marathon. Our 10th Bailongo Montréal will feature inspiring classes given by an exceptional lineup of first-rate talented teachers, stunning performances, and stellar milongas with some of the best DJs in North America!
May 16 to 18, 2025 -- Various Location
POUZZA FEST is a punk rock music festival. Over 200 groups in different venues, all of which are located within walking distance of one another. See your favorite bands and discover new ones.
Year round exhibits -- Palais des Congrès
OASIS immersion offers a new, permanent, all-immersive 2,200 m2 (over 23,500 ft2 ) space located on the ground floor of the Palais des congrès de Montréal. The site is home to enthralling exhibitions inspired by the people, places and ideas that shape and galvanize our world, here and now. OASIS immersion is a sort of immersive magazine where spirited minds come to refuel and escape the routine of everyday life. There, visitors find fresh new ideas and inspiring works. It's a place to rethink society and its foundations through the prism of optimism. The mood is upbeat, energizing and inspiring, one that calls to action. Light and movement are at the heart of the experience and this is reflected in our logo. The rays of the light spectrum criss-cross, reminiscent of the rich yet playful multi-sensorial projections of light, sounds, colours and themes, while the esthetics of the logo draw on contrasts and refinement. Developed by local entrepreneurs and creatives, the OASIS immersion space features a world-class contactless, walk-through experience. 3X All-Immersive Galleries, 2X Light Exhibits, 1X Lounge & 1X Podcast.
May 25 to June 01, 2025 -- Island of Montreal
The Go Bike Montreal Festival is THE annual celebration of all aspects of Montreal's cycling culture. Discover Greater Montreal during the Metropolitan Challenge, learn more about different aspects of the cycling world during the Go Bike Conference, take part in a big evening party at Tour la nuit, and showcase cycling across the city during the Tour de l'Île de Montréal!
Notre-Dames Basilica
A luminous experience in the heart of the Basilica Light unveils the richness of Notre-Dame's heritage and invites you to celebrate its beauty. The AURA Experience immerses you in a captivating visual and musical universe, presented upon one of the most sublime canvases imaginable: the French-inspired, Gothic Revival architectural interior of Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal. The experience offers a four-act multimedia display of dynamic light, orchestral music, and expressive architecture.
Opened in February 2022 -- Quartier des Spectacles
Esplanade Tranquille is the newest public space in the Quartier des Spectacles. Montrealers are welcome to visit this fun and inviting all-seasons spot, inspired by urban backyards. Families and other visitors will discover a diverse and entertaining cultural program -- a true reflection of the city. Esplanade Tranquille is named in honour of the Tranquille bookstore, once located on the site, and its owner, Henri Tranquille (1916-2005). It is an important site in contemporary Quebec history, having hosted the launch of the Refus global manifesto in 1948.
May 3 to 11 -- Saturday & Sunday: 10h to 18h
May 16 to 18 - Friday, Saturday &Sunday: 10h to 20h
May 19-- Monday: 10h00 to 18h00
May 23 & 24 -- Friday & Saturday: 10h to 20h
May 25 to 29 -- Sunday to Thursday: 10h00 to 18h00
May 30 & 31 -- Friday & Saturday: 10h to 20h
Voiles en Voiles is a family adventure park in the Old Port of Montreal that will make you experience memorable emotions! In summer and winter, take part in the outdoor action in the unique world of royal ships and pirate ships. One of the things to do in Montreal that families love most!
In summer, climb aboard our spectacular life-size ships. Experience our aerial courses that will please both the agile little adventurers and big buccaneers thirsting for thrills. The site also has the Pirates Movie Theatre, climbing walls, inflatable games and a totally safe archery tag arena that will give you adrenaline rushes!
Opens as of May 2025
La Ronde, the biggest amusement park in Eastern Canada, has forty rides and attractions, including a new ride suspended over Lac des Dauphins: "EDNÖR -- The Attack." La Ronde has something for everyone: roller coasters for thrill seekers, slower rides with panoramic views of the city for the wiser ones, and gentle rides for the youngest children in Le Pays de Ribambelle.
May to October 2025 -- Parc Jean Drapeau (Mainly on Weekends)
Piknic Électronik Montreal is an outdoor electronic music event aiming to offer immersive, social experiences in a friendly environment. Located in an urban park just 10 minutes from downtown Montréal, he brings together thousands of electronic music enthusiasts every Sunday from May to September. Piknic Électronik Montreal diverse
programing has made it a highlight of the Montreal summer cultural circuit for over 15 years.
May 01 to 31, 2025 -- Various Locations
Established in 1995, Festival Accès Asie is Canada's longest continuously running Asian heritage arts festival. Festival Accès Asie is a Montréal-based arts festival that promotes Asian arts, cultures and histories through a diversity of artistic disciplines including the visual arts, dance, theatre, video, film, music, comedy, poetry, literature, performance, new media and culinary arts.
Every Sunday beginning on May 01 ending on September 30, 2025 -- Mont Royal Park
The Montreal Tamtams are a drum circle based in Montreal, Canada. One of the most original musical events in Montréal, this free festival takes place on Sundays, near the monument to Sir George-Étienne Cartier and in Mount Royal Park's surrounding green spaces. The Tamtam festivities start at 1 pm and continue until sunset. A colourful gathering of drummers, dancers, vendors and their admiring audiences. For twenty years, Montrealers and visitors have come to play music and dance, or just watch and listen. Tamtams, or simply "tams" as they are sometimes called by locals, began in 1978 and over the years have become one of the main tourist attractions of the city.
April 24 to May 14, 2025 - Open every day from 12 pm to 6 pm
May 15 to December 31, 2025 - Open every day from 9 am to 10 pm
Montréal Bungee offers a spectacular 210-foot (64 m) plunge from an aerial platform, delivering intense emotions, breathtaking views of downtown, and unforgettable memories.
Guided by highly trained professionals and equipped with state-of-the-art gear, this experience ensures safety and excitement for everyone, from first-timers to seasoned thrill-seekers. Professional photos and videos capture every moment, allowing you to relive and share this extraordinary adventure.
Open from April to December, Montréal Bungee is more than just a jump--it's an incomparable adventure, perfect for thrill enthusiasts, groups, and special occasions. A truly unique experience in North America.
Since July 20, 2017 -- Mont Tremblant
Montreal multimedia phenom Moment Factory has just launched a new nature walk. A night walk in search of the giant! Deep in the heart of Mont Tremblant, the last of the giants has awoken. Follow your sense of adventure to discover the secret he wants to share. The Tonga Lumina illuminated trail is a sensory experience in the forest. This 1.5-km nocturnal walk takes place on a stone dust pathway at the heart of nature. To start off, visitors show up at the bottom of the Flying Mile chairlift that will take them up to the midway station where they will be led to the entrance of the trail. After taking visitors on a brief ascension, the trail slowly weaves its way down the hill through the woods, crosses streams and clearings. Participants can anticipate being on the pathway an average of one hour. Departures are continuous from sunset to closing, with a maximum of 300 people admitted per half-hour on the course.
Throughout Old Montréal
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Loosely inspired by the history of Montreal, Cité Mémoire invites you to meet a host of characters who've witnessed the city's evolution first-hand. Poetic, dreamlike and occasionally playful, the tableaux come alive with images, words and music. Projected throughout Old Montreal, the work appears on the very walls that surround us, the ground on
which we walk, the trees that frame our present. A creation by Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon, in collaboration with Michel Marc Bouchard.
