It’s going to be a great weekend in Montreal and when we see all the festivals that the city has to offer, we can’t wait! Music, food, good deals, what more can you ask for? Sunshine, and if (for once) the weather is reliable, it’s on the program!
We party in Mile-End
Woohoo, May 25 and 26 is the second edition of Mile-End en fête!
In the program : artistic performances for the whole family, DJs, concerts and more to (re)discover Mile End and its merchants! Through the neighborhood’s shopping streets, discover a Mile-End more lively than ever. The merchants are waiting for you with discounts, activities and lots of surprises. To enjoy musical performances, meet at their two HQs: the Lave Auto Laurier (which is emblematic of the neighborhood, if you don’t know it) and the parking lot at the corner St-Viateur/St-Dominique.
Can’t miss this, right?
Or : 5045 Avenue de l’Esplanade, Montreal, QC H2T 2Y9
When : May 25 and 26
How much : FREE
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We’re going to learn at the Eureka Festival
For its 17th edition, the Eureka festival offers you three days of scientific discoveries with over 100 free outdoor activities for the whole family at Parc Jean-Drapeau. You can also listen to lectures, do experiments, attend street performances and many other things about science and technology. The theme? Planetary health! That speaks to us, right?
In short, in our opinion, the most fun way to raise awareness among young people about environmental issues. Or to act smart in front of your colleagues on Monday with everything you’ve learned, your choice. Happy discoveries!
Or : Parc Jean-Drapeau, at the foot of the Biosphere
When : May 24, 25 and 26
How much : FREE
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May, comic book month
Because we’re crazy about comics (we even have new recommendations), this weekend we’re going to 13th Montreal Comic Festival. On St-Denis Street, from Gilford to Roy, it is more than 60 free activities that will be offered to you around the theme “Beyond the borders”. For the occasion, the street becomes pedestrian and on the program: more than 300 artists and 168 exhibitors under marquees. You will have understood, there will be something for all tastes whether it is windy, rainy or snowy! (uh no, still not…)
We advise you to go quite early in the day if you want to see everything, but otherwise, you can always go for two days! You can even have your favorite comic book signed there, thanks to this schedule.
Or : 3902 Rue St-Denis, Montreal, H2W 2M2
When : May 24, 25 and 26
How much : FREE
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We have a drink at the World Beer Show
Well, with more 100 breweries present or represented (including 33 from Quebec hehe) and a wide variety of products to taste, The World Beer Show is an event not to be missed. If you want to discover new flavors or just refresh yourself a little, take the metro towards Downtown. In addition to beer, Quebec and foreign products are in the spotlight to eat a little between two sips.
You can also register for blind tastings for $15 to let yourself be surprised or to impress your gang with your fine palate.
Or : Windsor Station, 916 Rue Peel, Montreal
When : May 24, 25 and 26 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
How much : Activities from $10
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We take a trip to Asia thanks to the Timeout Market
To further celebrate Asian Heritage Month, this weekend, the Eaton Center is hosting the ASIA Market. In two words, it’s a large market for Asian products at Timeout Market Montreal and a super complete programming composed several workshops and cultural performances. More than 40 product merchants and organizations from several corners of Asia will come to make you discover Asian culture and delight your eyes and taste buds!
Or : Time Out Market, 705 Rue Ste-Catherine O, Montreal
When : May 24 and 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and May 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How much : Free admission
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We end with a family Piknic
Eeeeeand no, Piknic is not just DJs! Before the regular programming which begins at 4 p.m., you can also go there with your family from noon. Le Petit Piknic is a 100% family event with performances by artists, games and activities, bars and food trucks, soccer, volleyball and lots of other things to entertain young and old.
Plus, good news, unlike Piknic, it’s free! In short, Jean-Drapeau Park comes alive for you no matter your age, we love it.
Or : Jardin Le Petit Prince, Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal
When : May 25 and 26 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
How much : FREE
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