5 Fun things to do this weekend in Montréal! (Dec 27-29)
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It’s the last weekend of 2025. Don’t let it slip by! Dive into the magic of Cirque du Soleil, dance at an electronic music festival, explore breathtaking Inuit art, and more. Here are five things to do in Montréal.
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! Here's an article on our “Promise for a sustainable stay” detailing how you can enjoy your stay.
1. Join the circus.
Cirque du Soleil's OVO is inspired by the world of insects. A magnificent ladybug captures the eye of an awkward, unusual insect who has just moved into the lively neighbourhood, and the two instantly fall in love. At the Bell Centre until January 5.
2. Dance the night away.
Historic New City Gas hosts Montréal's Lumen Festival, a vibrant celebration of light, sound, and art. The festival fuses digital art, technology, and electronic music, creating an immersive experience that blurs the line between real and virtual worlds. This weekend you can see Timmy Trumpet, Adventure Club, Gordo, and many more.
3. Enjoy one last holiday concert.
Two of Québec’s biggest voices—Marie-Eve Janvier and Marc Hervieux—offer cherished memories at the Maison symphonique. Parapapam! features the greatest masterpieces of the classical repertoire and the most beloved Christmas carols. Backed by the FILMharmonique Orchestra and more than 60 choristers.
4. Warm up with cacao.
Nothing says cozy and comfort like a mug of steaming hot chocolate. Montréal has a long list of chocolatiers that offer locally made treats and carefully crafted cups of hot chocolate. Or pop into an independent café to get your cacao fix. Your task this weekend: try three different cups of hot chocolate!
5. Discover Innuit art.
ᐆᒻᒪᖁᑎᒃ uummaqutik was conceived in collaboration with Inuk artist and curator asinnajaq, and invites us to meditate on the rhythms of life that are particular to the circumpolar territories known together as Inuit Nunangat. The prints, drawings, photographs, paintings, sculptures and installations are available to see now at the Montréal Museum of Fine Art. Bring your headphones for audio guide material.
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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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