May recommendations

For three glorious days, Montréal welcomes F1 motor racing fans from around the world to cheer on the best drivers on the planet. The Grand Prix du Canada, the Canadian segment of the Formula 1 World Championship, never fails to provide an exhilarating weekend of thrills, fun and excitement! As if the official race, F1 drivers' parade plus qualifying and open testing sessions weren’t enough, diehard racing fans can watch Ferrari, Porsche and Formula 1600 Challenges, tour the support paddocks, and enjoy a number of thematic zones. Visit the official merchandise zone, enjoy the Beach Zone with games, a DJ and bar-terrasse, or even the Family Zone to keep young racing fans revved up and happy between the on-track activities.

Celebrate the richness of Japanese culture right here in Montréal with Japan Week. This special week-long series of festivities highlight the best Japanese restaurants and boutiques in the city while also featuring a variety of special activities that promote the vastness of Japanese influence in the city. Special attention is also paid to Shibas and Akitas, two highly popular breeds of dogs in Japan, with a gathering of over 250 dogs gathered together to the delight of all in attendance.

Unique in its kind, the Art Souterrain Festival transcends disciplines and takes place in the heart of Montréal’s underground network. Thus, the downtown corridors are transformed into spaces showcasing photography, video, artistic and sound installations by local and international artists brought together around a common theme. A variety of performances, events and mediation activities will also be offered.

A true pioneer, the Festival TransAmériques (FTA) is an international performing arts festival that showcases the cutting edge of dance and theater expression, revealing the essential artists of our time and the new voices to follow. It's North America's largest festival devoted to contemporary creation. Don't miss this major celebration of the living arts, which opens the Montreal festival season and promises an incomparable sensory and artistic experience.

This event is the largest comic arts festival in Canada. On the last weekend of May, it welcomes comic creators, publishers and their audiences to celebrate comic arts from here and abroad. Bilingual and free, the outdoor event is designed to be accessible and inclusive in order to democratize comics. It features panels and conversations about comic arts, live drawing animations, drawing and reading workshops, exhibitions, hundreds of hours of book signings and more! Last year, the MCAF welcomed over 95,000 visitors, hosted 170 exhibitors, and showcased 320 comic artists.

Friendly outdoor event offering visitors a chance to enjoy good weather, an incomparable view of Montréal and quality electronic music every Sunday during the summer. Eclectic programming, at times classic, at times daring, that will be appreciated by both the initiated and neophytes to the genre. Cancelled in case of rain. Free for children 12 years and under.

From botanical exploration to space travel, both young and old can discover new universes at Espace pour la Vie, the largest natural science museum complex in the country, which includes the Botanical Garden, the Planetarium, the Biodôme, the Biosphere, and the Insectarium.

Enjoy your winter getaway in Montreal and discover affordable activities with the passeportMTL! From enriching museum visits to thrilling activities and guided tours, this pass gives you access to a variety of experiences at low prices. It’s the perfect way to add a whole new dimension to your city stay without compromising your budget.

Celebrating its 35th anniversary, the St-Ambroise Montréal Fringe Festival is set to surprise you with new theatre, dance and comedy shows —plus a free outdoor stage in the Plateau-Mont-Royal neighbourhood — all starting on May 26. 

Built in 1705 at the request of Claude de Ramezay, who was then the governor of Montreal and intended it as his residence, the Château Ramezay is the oldest private historical museum in Quebec. It features both permanent and temporary exhibitions dedicated to Montreal's past. Located in Old Montreal, this heritage building is itself a historic site of interest: the American Revolutionary Army established its Canadian headquarters there from 1775 to 1776, and Benjamin Franklin stayed there when he visited Montreal to persuade the city to join his cause.

Located on the ground floor of the Palais des congrès de Montréal in a 2,200 m² space, OASIS immersion™ offers a contactless, walk-through museum experience featuring 3 immersive galleries, 2 dazzling light installations, and a lounge area with a café and boutique. Welcome to Canada’s largest permanent immersive destination.

The AURA experience immerses you in a captivating visual and musical universe, presented on one of the most sublime canvases imaginable.

Cité Mémoire: Behind the Scenes of a Major Montreal Production to Discover Through Virtual Reality.

Located on a ship anchored in the Old Port of Montreal, Bota Bota, the spa-on-the-water, offers its guests the benefits of a spa while being gently rocked by the natural movements of the St. Lawrence River. With its enchanting atmosphere and Old Montreal as a magical backdrop, this mysterious and innovative floating spa gives all who come aboard privileged access to the river while enjoying the relaxing and revitalizing properties of the water circuit.

Discover Montreal from the sky and enjoy a whole new perspective on the city.

Take advantage of a discount at La Loge des Concierges by stopping by to visit us.

A series of unique contemporary spaces along the St. Lawrence River adds to Montreal’s long list of outdoor public spaces that everyone can enjoy.

A museum and civic space dedicated to the voices of yesterday and today, honoring the identities and stories that define Montreal.

The Montreal Casino, located on the beautiful Ile Notre-Dame, offers an exciting mix of gaming, entertainment, and fine dining. With a variety of slot machines, table games, and live shows, it's the perfect spot for those looking to try their luck or enjoy a vibrant nightlife experience. Whether you're a seasoned gambler or simply looking for a fun night out, the Montreal Casino has something for everyone.