5 Fun things to do this weekend in Montréal! (August 22 - 24)
Festivals and events Leisure activities, nature and relaxation The city
It’s a great weekend to get outdoors: a massive music festival, an international sport competition, a couple of food festivals, and more. Enjoy your Montréal weekend!
To enjoy the best the city has to offer during your stay, please don't think of yourself as a tourist, but as one of us. Whether you're here for a few days, a few weeks or a few years, we're counting on you to enjoy Montréal in a spirit of respect, responsibility and celebration!
1. Strike a pose.
Celebrating self-expression through fashion, arts, design, and cultural creativity, the M.A.D. Festival offers fashion shows, discussions featuring influential figures from the fashion industry, art world, and more. Numerous emerging artists, local designers, and retailers will be present. Until August 24.
2. Celebrate African cultures.
The AfroMonde Festival is a gathering that celebrates culture, urban music, fashion, visual arts. and gastronomy. It’s a free event that encourages people to come together to learn and to celebrate through dance, folktales, conferences, culinary discoveries, carnival parades, kiosks, exhibits and more. The festival strives to strengthen solidarity by raising awareness of the dangers of intolerance, discrimination, and racism. Until August 24.
3. Explore your digital side.
MUTEK is a festival dedicated to electronic music and digital creativity. Focused on discovery and innovation, it presents an eclectic program of local and international artists, offering the audience unique immersive experiences and live audiovisual performances. Its 26th edition, the festival features over 80 performances in indoor and outdoor venues. Until August 24.
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4. See an award-winning immersive experience.
The Society for Arts and Technology is presenting Resolution, a critically acclaimed new milestone in immersive cinema that reimagines the album experience through a stunning visual odyssey. A timeless and deeply hopeful journey that speaks to all generations. Created by an international team of Oscar and Emmy-winning artists. Book tickets in advance.
5. Hit the roof.
Want to sip a cocktail on one of Montréal’s gorgeous rooftop terraces? Tough question, right? It’s one of Montréal’s most emblematic summer activities. Sample the products of local mixologists and culinary experts in the company of friends (or solo) with epic views of the city. Which rooftop will you choose?
Bonus: Savour fine foods in Parc Jean-Drapeau
Just in time for harvest season and summer barbecues, Les Rendez-vous gourmands is a celebration of everything delicious, in the heart of Parc Jean-Drapeau. Locals and visitors are welcome during this outdoor culinary happening. Happening at the Jardins des Floralies.
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Daniel Baylis
Daniel Baylis is a writer, poet, and musician. Several years ago he moved to Montréal to chase silly bohemian dreams. And he’s still at it.
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