- Montreal Events: August 1 to August 7, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 8 to August 14, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 15 to August 21, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 22 to August 28, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 29 to August 31, 2011
Through August 2011
Have Fun For Free
On a tight budget but aching to do something? Anything?! Then you're going to love your ultimate insider's guide to what to do in Montreal for free.
Through August 2011
Ongoing Family Events
Listed are ongoing events and activities perfect for families. A few community activities suitable for older ages are also included.
Through August 2011
Sidewalk Sales: 2011 Schedule
Deals multiply as streets close off to cars to make way for blowout sales, street food, and more, through summer.
Through August 2011
Hit the Beach
Montreal's got three. And if the Old Port goes ahead with its plans, Montreal will have four come 2012.
Through August 2011
Terrace Time!
An integral part of the Montreal lifestyle which stays put as long as it's warm enough to enjoy patio life, any Montreal terrace will do the sun-soaking-people-watching trick. But if I had to play favorites, the following Montreal terraces would get first dibs.
Through August 2011
Outdoor Dancing
From tribal gyrating to outdoor raving, ballroom steps to sexy salsa, Montreal moves to the beat of many drummers, June through September.
Through August 2011
Archaeology Month
Several special activities and events are scheduled at different sites and museums across the city, including at Pointe-a-Callière, McCord Museum and Cap St. Jacques. Details here.
Through August 2011
Montreal Museum Exhibits
A round up of current exhibits and IMAX film presentations at Montreal's leading museums and science centres.
Through August 2011
Accès Culture
Shows, live music, theatre, art exhibits and more, throughout Montreal all summer. Events usually free. Information in French only.
Through August 28, 2011
Montreal World Film Festival
Featuring 383 films from over 70 countries, in many cases shown to te public for the first time: count on 107 world or international premieres and 51 North American premieres. Admission $10, $65 for 10 tickets, $100 for access to all films (requires pre-registration). At various venues.
Through August 31, 2011
The Lion King
"The Lion King continues to reign as one of the most popular shows on Broadway and around the world ... seen by more than 50 million people in 13 different countries and translated into five different languages (Japanese, German, Korean, French, Dutch)." Performed in English with French surtitles. Tickets $25.58 to $133.55 plus taxes and service charge. At Place des Arts' Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier (map).
August 25 to August 27, 2011
Montreal Burlesque Festival
All things burlesque, from fashion show to tassel twirling class, international showcase to gala night. Admission varies by event. At various venues.
August 27, 2011
St. Ambroise Funk n' Jazz Fest
Free funk and jazz performances featuring Certified Organic, Kalmunity Vibe Collective and more. Food, beer and beverages on site. Free admission. By the Lachine Canal at Terrace McAuslan (map).
August 25 to August 28, 2011
Mix' Arts on the Main
Street sale meets street fair, complete with artistic manifestations and presentations throughout the four-day outdoor fest. On the Main. Details.
August 25 to October 1, 2011
Le Marché du Foodlab
Free tastings, workshops and a food market selling fresh produce on location Thurdays through Saturdays. Outdoors at Place de La Paix (map). Information in French only.
August 27 to August 28, 2011
Pointe-à-Callière's 18th Century Public Market
Experience what shopping at the market was like 250-some years ago, complete with re-enactments (dialogue was in French only in years past) and food tastings. At Place Royale, in front of Pointe-à-Callière (map).
Through August 28, 2011
Montreal World Film Festival
Featuring 383 films from over 70 countries, in many cases shown to the public for the first time: count on 107 world or international premieres and 51 North American premieres. Admission $10, $65 for 10 tickets, $100 for access to all films (requires pre-registration). At various venues.
August 28 to September 1, 2011
Jewish Music Festival
"... discover top local, national and international artists performing a wide variety of Jewish music ranging from hip hop and rock to traditional klezmer and Sephardic music." Admission varies by event/ At various venues.
Through September 4, 2011
Les Brunchs du Dimanche
Show up between 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., every Sunday as three to five musicians from the Montreal Metropolitan Orchestra play live, free of charge, for the masses brunching on the terraces of Place Jacques-Cartier in Old Montreal (map).
Through September 12, 2011
Gay Village Goes Car-Free
The Gay Village portion of Ste. Catherine Street closes itself off to cars to make way for terraces, street sales, gay pride celebrations and other activities. Details here.
Through September 18, 2011
Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology
Using the fictional archaeologist as a virtual guide, visitors discover the facts behind mysteries and myths such as the Holy Grail and Ark of the Covenant, the supposed vessel containing the stone tablets of the 10 Commandments. Details here.
Through September 25, 2011
Piknic Electronik
Every Sunday (and the occasional Saturday), from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., features Montreal's one and only weekly rave in the park. Admission $10 plus taxes and service charge. Under the Calder statue at Parc Jean-Drapeau (map).
Through October 2011
Train Escapades
Hop on a train and spend a day in the country either wine tasting, cheese tasting, fruit and veggie picking, visiting a historical site, apple-picking, etc. Prices range from roughly $30 to $90 for adults, depending on the escapade. Various destinations.
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- Montreal Events: August 1 to August 7, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 8 to August 14, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 15 to August 21, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 22 to August 28, 2011
- Montreal Events: August 29 to August 31, 2011
