End the year off with one (or more!) of these fun events.
What: The thirteenth edition of an interactive installation designed to get you moving and enjoying the fresh air through its use of lights and sound.
When: Dec. 1 – March 5
Where: Quartier des Spectacles
Montreal Brazilian Film Festival
What: A film festival showcasing some of the best work from Brazil. The event features movies of all genres.
When: Dec 2 – 8
Where: Cinema du Parc
What: A festival that features up-and-coming artists from all art forms. They also offer a chance to buy cultivated Christmas trees and wreaths.
When: Dec. 3 – 31
Where: Various places around downtown Montreal
Place Émilie-Gamelin 1500 Rue Berri, Montreal, Quebec
Parc des Compagnons-de-Saint-Laurent, 1W5, 4365-4375 R. Cartier, Montreal, Quebec
Parc Lahaie, Montreal,Quebec H2T 1R7
The world’s smallest comedy night
What: Head on down to Hurley’s Irish Pub for an open mic stand-up comedy show, featuring new and established comedians.
When: Dec. 5
Where: 1225 Crescent St, Montreal, H3G 2B1
What: A chance to pick up some early Holiday presents and support Indigenous communities.
When: Dec. 6
Where: Hall building, Concordia
What: Riverside bar gets turned into an igloo for the holiday season, with themed drinks and a chilly vibe.
When: Wednesday – Sunday, starting Dec. 8
Where: 5020 rue St-Ambroise, Montréal, QC H4C 2G1
What: A bilingual show hosted by some of Montreal’s prominent drag figures.
When: Dec. 16
Where: The Diving Bell Social Club / Club Social Le Scaphandre, 3956 St Laurent Blvd Étage 3, Montreal, Quebec H2W 1Y3
What: An immersive dance show that takes a look at Bollywood and different aspects of Indian culture.
When: Dec. 17
Where: Hindu Mandir, 50 Kesmark St, Dollard-Des Ormeaux, Quebec H9B 3K4
New Years Eve party – Aurora Halal + softcoresoft + Maara
What: With the help of DJ’s, bring your partying spirit under a 360-degree dome of visuals.
When: Dec. 31
Where: Société des arts technologiques [SAT], 1201, Boul. Saint-Laurent Montreal, QC, Canada H2X 2S6
What: Multiple markets situated in prime locations around the city. Activities range from food tastings to shopping to arts and crafts. There’s something for everyone!
When: All of December
Where: Atwater Market, Jean Talon, and Quartier des Spectacles.
What: Oglivy’s has displayed magical winter scenes through their storefronts for over the past 70 years. Though recently coming to an end, the window displays were donated to the McCord Stewart museum where they will continue presenting the spirit of the holidays!
When: All of December
Where: The McCord Stewart Museum, 690 Sherbrooke St W, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1E9
What: A pop-up cocktail bar that explores the connection between Hennessy and hip hop. A small group can enjoy the themed room while listening to a record of some classic hip-hop.
When: Running until March 31
Where: W Montreal, 901 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montréal, QC H2Z 1R1
What: Get some fresh air and partake in one of Mount Royal’s many outdoor activities, from skating on beaver lake to cross-country skiing and sledding
When: Any day
Where: Mont Royal Park
Museum of Jewish Montreal virtual exhibit
What: The Museum of Jewish Montreal offers lots of exhibits you can see from your own home.
When: Any day
Where: On their website ( see title)
What: Pack up your art supplies and head over for a live drawing session
When: Every Wednesday
Where: Bar le Cocktail, 1669 St Catherine St E, Montreal, Quebec H2L 2J5
