Seasonal Attractions In Montreal
Montreal is blessed with four very distinct seasons (although early spring looks and feels a lot like winter) and a plethora of attractions to match every one. From winter skiing to apple picking in the fall, discover all the seasonal activities Montreal has to offer!
Montreal Dance Events: Dance Under Summer Sun and Stars
Montreal dance events are popular and plentiful regardless of season. But when summer rolls around, outdoor dancing becomes an epidemic in this town. From free tango sessions to salsa lessons to popping to tunes spinned by international icons, find out what Montreal dancing events are outdoor musts.
Montreal dance events are popular and plentiful regardless of season. But when summer rolls around, outdoor dancing becomes an epidemic in this town. From free tango sessions to salsa lessons to popping to tunes spinned by international icons, find out what Montreal dancing events are outdoor musts.
Piknic Electronik: Montreal's Best Outdoor Rave
Piknic Electronik started in 2003 in Montreal, courtesy of four gentlemen bent on bringing their favorite electronic tunes out of the dark recesses of the often pricey, sketchy, even creepy late-night afterhours scene and into the open, fresh, sunshine filled air of one of Montreal's favorite parks, Parc Jean-Drapeau. Find out what goes at Piknic, a spring, summer and fall tradition, every Sunday.
Piknic Electronik started in 2003 in Montreal, courtesy of four gentlemen bent on bringing their favorite electronic tunes out of the dark recesses of the often pricey, sketchy, even creepy late-night afterhours scene and into the open, fresh, sunshine filled air of one of Montreal's favorite parks, Parc Jean-Drapeau. Find out what goes at Piknic, a spring, summer and fall tradition, every Sunday.
Tam Tams Montreal
Tam Tams in Montreal is a popular drum and dance activity with locals, and a hit with tourists, every summer Sunday on Mont Royal. Find out what to expect and check out some photos of the event!
Tam Tams in Montreal is a popular drum and dance activity with locals, and a hit with tourists, every summer Sunday on Mont Royal. Find out what to expect and check out some photos of the event!
Montreal Dancing: Free Outdoor Ballroom Dancing Classes
The Montreal dancing scene accommodates dance lovers of all persuasions. In the case of free outdoor ballroom dancing at Parc Jean-Drapeau, the crowd generally varies from early forties to seniors and it's a great opportunity to practice the foxtrot, waltz, cha cha and more.
The Montreal dancing scene accommodates dance lovers of all persuasions. In the case of free outdoor ballroom dancing at Parc Jean-Drapeau, the crowd generally varies from early forties to seniors and it's a great opportunity to practice the foxtrot, waltz, cha cha and more.
Montreal Skating Rinks
An affordable winter must and almost always free of charge for those who bring their own skates, Montreal skating rinks offer an affordable, easy to learn activity for all sorts of occasions, whether you're contemplating first date possibilities, family activity options or are just looking for something to fight off seasonal blahs.
An affordable winter must and almost always free of charge for those who bring their own skates, Montreal skating rinks offer an affordable, easy to learn activity for all sorts of occasions, whether you're contemplating first date possibilities, family activity options or are just looking for something to fight off seasonal blahs.
Skating in Montreal at Parc La Fontaine
Parc La Fontaine's charm in the skating department is the park's characteristically long meandering outdoor ice paths that give you the feel of skating on a frozen stream or small river.
Parc La Fontaine's charm in the skating department is the park's characteristically long meandering outdoor ice paths that give you the feel of skating on a frozen stream or small river.
Skating in Montreal at the Bonsecours Basin
Right on the Old Port, near Old Montreal's picturesque the Bonsecours Basin outdoor skating rink ranks high in flash and visual value but costs a bit more to skate here than at other rinks in Montreal.
Right on the Old Port, near Old Montreal's picturesque the Bonsecours Basin outdoor skating rink ranks high in flash and visual value but costs a bit more to skate here than at other rinks in Montreal.
Skating in Montreal at Beaver Lake on Mount Royal
One of Montreal's more recently refurbished outdoor skating rinks, the Beaver Lake (Lac des Castors in French) outdoor skating destination atop Mont-Royal is a donut-shaped hit with locals.
One of Montreal's more recently refurbished outdoor skating rinks, the Beaver Lake (Lac des Castors in French) outdoor skating destination atop Mont-Royal is a donut-shaped hit with locals.
Skating in Montreal at Parc Jeanne-Mance
Jeanne-Mance Park, just across the street from Montreal's quasi-mountain, Mount Royal, is yet another coveted spot for outdoor skating in Montreal.
Jeanne-Mance Park, just across the street from Montreal's quasi-mountain, Mount Royal, is yet another coveted spot for outdoor skating in Montreal.
Skating in Montreal at Parc Angrignon
Angrignon Park offers free and affordable activities to Montrealers year-round, including free access to an outdoor skating rink. A little out of the way if you don't have a car but worth the trip if you're looking for a woodsy environment that makes you forget the urban landscape surrounding the park.
Angrignon Park offers free and affordable activities to Montrealers year-round, including free access to an outdoor skating rink. A little out of the way if you don't have a car but worth the trip if you're looking for a woodsy environment that makes you forget the urban landscape surrounding the park.
Apple Picking in Montreal Without a Car: Pommes-en-Train
You don't need a car anymore to go apple picking near Montreal! For a fixed price, the Agence Metropolitaine de Transport offers an apple "escapade," with train fare and the cost of a five-pound bag of apples for each apple picker included in the price. Just remember to pack a lunch to go as the offer does not include meals.
You don't need a car anymore to go apple picking near Montreal! For a fixed price, the Agence Metropolitaine de Transport offers an apple "escapade," with train fare and the cost of a five-pound bag of apples for each apple picker included in the price. Just remember to pack a lunch to go as the offer does not include meals.
Vergers / Orchards Near Montreal
Apple picking season, a popular fall activity in Montreal, is from mid-August to late October in Quebec. Discover popular as well as hidden gems in the orchard world an hour or less from Montreal.
Apple picking season, a popular fall activity in Montreal, is from mid-August to late October in Quebec. Discover popular as well as hidden gems in the orchard world an hour or less from Montreal.
The Montreal Outdoor Festival
Try out the latest monofins. See how high you can climb or hop on a dragon boat. Every spring, the Parc Jean-Drapeau is host to the Montreal Outdoor Festival, a gathering great for outdoor sports fans, adventure lovers planning a vacation or anyone in Montreal looking for some outdoor thrills.
Try out the latest monofins. See how high you can climb or hop on a dragon boat. Every spring, the Parc Jean-Drapeau is host to the Montreal Outdoor Festival, a gathering great for outdoor sports fans, adventure lovers planning a vacation or anyone in Montreal looking for some outdoor thrills.
Montreal Wine and Spirits Show
Your guide to the Montreal Wine and Spirits Show, held once every two years and featuring many imports exclusive to the exhibit.
Your guide to the Montreal Wine and Spirits Show, held once every two years and featuring many imports exclusive to the exhibit.
Maply Syrup in Montreal - The Basics
Your guide to sugar shack season in Montreal and seven top sugar picks to get you started.
Your guide to sugar shack season in Montreal and seven top sugar picks to get you started.
Sugar Shacks Near Montreal - Cabane à Sucre Bouvrette
Hop on the steam train before indulging in a traditional meal at the Bouvrette Sugar Shack.
Hop on the steam train before indulging in a traditional meal at the Bouvrette Sugar Shack.
Sugar Shacks Near Montreal - Cabane à Sucre Handfield
Get a massage at the Handfield Spa before enjoying a sugar shack meal at Cabane à Sucre Handfield.
Get a massage at the Handfield Spa before enjoying a sugar shack meal at Cabane à Sucre Handfield.
Sugar Shacks Near Montreal - Cabane à Sucre Paquette
Great sugar shack for families. Ask the staff to dress up in pioneer costumes, visit the Maple Museum, enjoy a pony ride and other fun activities at the Cabane à Sucre Paquette. Wheelchair accessible.
Great sugar shack for families. Ask the staff to dress up in pioneer costumes, visit the Maple Museum, enjoy a pony ride and other fun activities at the Cabane à Sucre Paquette. Wheelchair accessible.
Sugar Shacks Near Montreal - L'Hermine Maître Sucrier
Enjoy a sleigh ride followed by one of the best sugar shack meals in Quebec at award-winning L'Hermine Maître Sucrier. Wheelchair accessible.
Enjoy a sleigh ride followed by one of the best sugar shack meals in Quebec at award-winning L'Hermine Maître Sucrier. Wheelchair accessible.
Sugar Shacks Near Montreal - Cabane à Sucre des Sportifs
A great sugar shack for hockey lovers, the Cabane à Sucre des Sportifs offers indoor hockey facilities and is also equipped with a baseball batting machine and a dining hall large enough to host corporate events.
A great sugar shack for hockey lovers, the Cabane à Sucre des Sportifs offers indoor hockey facilities and is also equipped with a baseball batting machine and a dining hall large enough to host corporate events.
Sugar Shacks Near Montreal - Sucrerie de la Montagne
Enjoy the old-fashioned appeal of Sucrerie de la Montagne, built on a 200-year-old preserved heritage site. Cross-country ski on 25 km of available trail and complement your sugar shack meal with an overnight stay in a log cabin.
Enjoy the old-fashioned appeal of Sucrerie de la Montagne, built on a 200-year-old preserved heritage site. Cross-country ski on 25 km of available trail and complement your sugar shack meal with an overnight stay in a log cabin.
Sugar Shacks Near Montreal - Érablière Le Rossignol
From singles night to bingo, Érablière Le Rossignol is not your typical sugar shack. Only 30 minutes from Montreal.
From singles night to bingo, Érablière Le Rossignol is not your typical sugar shack. Only 30 minutes from Montreal.