The 6 Best Music Festivals in Montreal, Canada

March 18, 2022 Malia Yoakum

Montreal, c’est si bon! This French-speaking city is considered the cultural capital of Canada, and is a cosmopolitan celebration of Québécois style. A horse-drawn carriage ride around the cobblestone streets and grand buildings of Vieux-Montréal will give you a taste of European flavor. The Basilique Notre-Dame is a confection of stained glass, and the Plateau Mont-Royal district will delight you with its quaint boutiques and cafés. Dig in to a massive plate of poutine to fuel up for a tour of the epic Olympic Park.
Restaurants in Montreal

1. Montreal en Fetes

Vieux-Montreal et le Vieux-Port, Montreal, Quebec Canada [email protected] http://montrealenfetes.com
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Montreal en Fetes

Celebrate the holiday season and your nordicity with a gluhwein while watching performances that will delight both children and adults at Nordic Square. Ring in the new year at Canada's largest NYE party with Quebec’s most talked about artists on an outdoor stage. Get ready for a big midnight countdown and massive fireworks, culminating with an amazing outdoor dancing party! Plus, it's free !

2. Montreal International Jazz Festival

400 Boulevard de Maisonneuve O, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1L4 Canada http://www.montrealjazzfest.com/default-en.aspx
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

Montreal International Jazz Festival

Since the festival was first inaugurated by the great Ray Charles in 1980, thousands of musicians and public entertainers from around the world gather every year to indulge in their passion for jazz music in the heart of downtown Montreal. Over ten days, more than two million music lovers can enjoy the choice of 1,000 concerts and activities. Between shows there is a plethora of food to explore, from fine dining by world-class chefs to food trucks, and a variety of shopping options. It's the perfect event that everyone can enjoy, with plenty of family-friendly shows and activities. Best of all, most of the shows are free!

3. Osheaga

1 Circuit Gilles Villeneuve Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal, Quebec QC H3C 1A9 Canada http://www.osheaga.com/
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Osheaga

The Osheaga Music and Arts festival has been hosted in Montreal since 2006, with the goal of discovering emerging local and national talent. Every summer, over a few days, music lovers from around the world come to Parc Jean-Drapeau to indulge in the variety of music styles played out on several outdoor stages. The lesser-known artists play right alongside the big international names such as Coldplay, The Black Keys and The Cure. People of all ages can enjoy several concerts and exhibitions in different locations around Montreal, leading up to the main event.

4. MUTEK

185 Rue Ste-Catherine O The Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal, Montreal, Quebec Canada http://www.mutek.org/en/montreal/2016
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MUTEK

5. Igloofest

De la Commune West Old Port of Montreal, Montreal, Quebec QC H2Y 0B1 Canada +1 888-888-8888 http://igloofest.ca/en/igloolife/igloofest-2016-line-up-overview/
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Igloofest

Reviewed By markmE295DT - Montreal, Canada

Been several years in a row with my gf for specific artists each time. Since the first Igloofest alot has changed. Now it's much smarter and way better organized. There's lots of places to warm up, and the VIP lounges with the purchase of a VIP ticket is well worth the money on the busy events. Access to the heated VIP lounge right behind the outside section of the VIP deck. Private bar with free water bottles and free coffee plus bathrooms. The festival has activities that anyone can participate at. With ice sculptures and lots of things to look at, fire pits to melt marshmallows, and all kinds of people. There's a decent selection of food available and 2 stages with different types of music. I suggest over dressing, lots of hot paws and layers with snow pants and boots, hat gloves neck warmer and a good jacket. Even if you don't think it's that cold being outside, 5 hours will freeze you from feet to noze if you are not prepared. Have a great time and don't hesitate to dress up everyone does it and there are themes each event as well. Enjoy!! ????

6. Francofolies

175 Rue Ste-Catherine O Montreal, Montreal, Quebec QC H2X 1Y9 Canada http://www.francofolies.fr/
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Francofolies

Do you love French music and French artists? Then, you shouldn't miss the Les Francofolies de la Rochelle festival. This French-language music festival on the west coast of France has been held every year in July since 1985. A wide array of francophone musicians perform during this five-day festival. With more than 150,000 visitors from all over the world, the Francofolies has now even editions in other cities in the world like Montreal, Santiago, and New York.

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