A slew of exhibitions, world-class auteur film, a mind-blowing art performance, a giant round-up of food trucks, a food fest that shines the spotlight on Québec cuisine, activities for families and hot party evenings: it’s going to be one mighty fine long weekend in the city!
Exhibitions
Montréal’s museums and art galleries are teeming with excellent exhibitions. On September 2, the MAC opens the doors to its popular Nocturne from 5 p.m. to 2 in the morning. Take advantage of your visit to see Edmund Alleyn. In my studio, I am many, Jean-Pierre Gauthier and Ryoji Ikeda. Orchestrated, Liz Magor. Habitude and Lizzie Fitch/Ryan Trecartin. Priority Innfield while you’re there. At the MMFA don’t miss the last days of the POMPEII until September 5 and take part in a musical experience that combines urban art and play structures with the sweet 21 balançoires (21 swings) on the Promenade des Artistes at the Quartier des spectacles. Starting August 31, you can see the World Press Photo at Bonsecours Market, which showcases the winning photographs of this prestigious professional world competition.
On September 4, take the family to see the Harvest Festival at Maison Saint-Gabriel for a day of fun and market-fresh abundance that includes entertaining, educational and musical performances. A stop at Space for Life is always a great idea too. For more ideas, check out our guides on what to do with kids in summer and indoors.
Film
In addition to globe trotting with the line-up at Montréal World Film Festival, you can watch outdoor screenings in the city’s parks and public spaces. Choose from the selections featured during Cinéma sous les étoiles and Cinéma urbain à la belle étoile.
Outdoor activities
You still have up until September 26 to enjoy Aires libres and stroll under a canopy of Boules roses, have a drink or a bite to eat on the outdoor patios of the Village and discover the new installation created by seven local and international artists for the Tout le nécessaire exhibition.
Get your green fix at the gardens at Saint Joseph’s Oratory, the bucolic site of Les Jardineries the Olympic Stadium or even the Jardins Gamelin. On September 4, if you go on a stroll to the top of Mount Royal, stop at the Chalet du Mont-Royal to hear the lovely little “Guitares en folie!” concert, which offers a combination of jazz and classical music at 3 p.m.
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To stock up on local foods, every Thursday until September 15, you can fill up your shopping basket at the public market on the Esplanade Place Ville Marie on Esplanade Place Ville Marie or the Éclusiers Market , where you can sit on a sunny outdoor terrace, across from giant silo no 5, and enjoy a beverage.
Gourmet food
From September 3 to 5, the Festival YUL Eat invites you to discover its festive ambiance and try some excellent food, make new discoveries and have fun in Old Montréal on the shores of the St. Lawrence River. You can also chat with local producers and sample culinary creations from Québec’s celebrated talent.
On September 2, First Fridays are back at the Esplanade Financière Sun Life at the Montréal Olympic Park. This giant roundup of food trucks promises to wow your palate. A true Montréal summer tradition you don’t want to miss!
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@charcoalcollaborativeSatisfy your cravings and make new discoveries with our favourite restaurant choices. Go on a global culinary tour with African, Tex-Mex, Brazilian, Caribbean, Greek, Italian restaurants and bars or make a reservation at our impeccable hotel restaurants or designer restaurants and cafés. You can always opt for a smoked meat, a grilled cheese sandwich, a vegetarian poutine, or delicious roast Portuguese chicken, followed by a sumptuous coffee.
Be sure not to miss Le Burger Week from September 1 to 7 in specially selected Montréal restaurants. For more culinary discoveries, check out section on gastronomy.
Shows
At the Cinquième Salle in Place des Arts, immerse yourself in the universe of Nufonia Must Fall Live, a work by Kid Koala that integrates film, theatre and music and which is directed by the celebrated K.K. Barrett (Her, Where the Wild Things Are, Adaptation and Being John Malkovich).
Out on the town
Who doesn’t love an evenings under the stars? If you feel like dancing barefoot in the sand, head to the urban beach at the Village au Pied-du-Courant, a perfect spot for sipping a drink with a view of the river. Feel like getting away from it all? There’s no faster nor better way to do it than with our popular Piknic Électronik at Parc Jean-Drapeau on September 3, 4 and 5, where you can dance your pants off to electronic music, played by the world’s hottest DJs.
From August 31 to September 5, abandon your inhibitions and check out the Montréal Fetish Weekend, which celebrates the world of fantasy in the heart of the Village. For six days and nights give free rein to your imagination as you join participants from around the world, who come for the latex, leather, vinyl or lace costumes, lingerie, uniforms, cosplay, cross-dressing, cyber- and Gothic-themed events.
Concerts
Don’t miss the sensational called Kanye West on September 2 at the Bell Centre. Check out local programming from La Casa del Popolo, La Sala Rossa, La Vitrola, Divan orange, Quai des brumes, Petit Campus and Bar Le Ritz PDB. For a dinner theatre experience that’s a cross between a Parisian dinner theater and New York cabaret, go to Balcon, Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grillade and the Casino de Montréal. The latest groups and performers shine on the stages of Théâtre Fairmount, Centre Bell, Métropolis, Belmont or the Théâtre Corona. Dance the night away in the city’s hottest venues: New City Gas, Newspeak, Circus Afterhours, StereoBar, Stereo, Datcha, Salon Daomé, Unity and Velvet.
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