- Montreal Festivals: September 1 to September 4, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 5 to September 11, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 12 to September 18, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 19 to September 25, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 26 to September 30, 2011
Through September 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. Includes weekly muscle car showcase, a Botanical Garden loophole and more.
Through September 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 September 2011
Sidewalk Sales: 2011 Schedule
Deals multiply as streets close off to cars to make way for blowout sales, street food, and more, through September.
Through September 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 September 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 September 2011
Montreal Concerts
Montreal concerts in September 2011, from indie to big tickets, are included in your Montreal concerts listings. Details with clips.
Through September 2011
Montreal Museum Exhibits
A round up of current exhibits and IMAX film presentations at Montreal's leading museums and science centres.
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.
September 14 to September 18, 2011
Tall Ships on the Quays
Six tall ships will be ready for boarding as the public is encouraged to explore "from bow to stern." Music, fireworks and other activities in store. Admission more than doubled from last year, now $10, $7 youth ages 4 to 17, free for kids under 4, $30 family rate (2 adults, 2 youth), V.I.P. access from $20 to $25, all plus taxes and service charge. Admission covers boat boarding. Surrounding festivities are free. At the Quays of the Old Port (map).
September 15 to September 18, 2011
International Freeski Film Festival
A series of movie premieres and ski-centric gatherings. Admission varies by event. Various venues, with most screenings at Cinéma Impérial (map).
September 16 to September 25, 2011
Transatlantique Montréal
"Our mission at the Transatlantique Montréal / Quartiers Danses festival is to democratize contemporary dance and make it more accessible to all audiences by offering a diverse program of works from national and international artists in a variety of venues, and by using a multidisciplinary approach that comprises shows, films, exhibitions, conferences/meetings and workshops." Admission varies by activity. Various locations.
September 16 to September 25, 2011
Festival international de la littérature
Montreal's only French-only literary fest. Admission varies by event. Various venues.
September 17 and September 18, 2011
Montreal Comiccon
"... the world of fantasy fiction – comic books, graphic novels, science fiction, horror, manga/anime, toys, movies, television, video games, and the entertainment world. See famous celebrities, including Stan Lee, Adam West (Batman), James Marsters (Spike, Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Dave Prowse (Darth Vader, Star Wars), and Michael Dorn (Worf, Star Trek), along with well-known Canadian, American, and European artists, specialized exhibits, and a host of activities.
Admission ranges from $20 to $65. At Place Bonaventure (map).
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 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.
Through October 2011
Go Apple Picking
This guide includes tips for beating the crowds and contact information of several dozen orchards ("vergers" in French) within an hour's driving distance from Montreal, sorted by general direction. Details here.
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.
Through October 2, 2011
World Press Photo Exhibit
View some of the best photojournalism of the past year. Admission $12, $8 students under age 25, free under age 12. At Bonsecours Market (map).
Through October 9, 2011
Mois de la Photo
"... 25 solo exhibitions and public space interventions will be spread throughout Montreal featuring works by Canadian and foreign artists from 17 countries." Free admission. At various locations.
Through October 31, 2011
Magic of Lanterns
"Join us for the Chinese Garden’s 20th anniversary and admire the 19th edition of the Magic of Lanterns, on the theme of “The First Emperor’s Procession.” Never seen the lanterns? Try to schedule your visit around sundown to enjoy the lanterns as they light up dark skies. At the Montreal Botanical Garden. Hours of operation, map and admission details here.
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- Montreal Festivals: September 1 to September 4, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 5 to September 11, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 12 to September 18, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 19 to September 25, 2011
- Montreal Festivals: September 26 to September 30, 2011
