Spring is in the air, and you can feel the city slowly coming back to life. Here are some things you can do to help you wake up from hibernation.
What: A nighttime market featuring Montreal artists and live performances
When: April 5 and 19 from 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Le Frigo Vert
What: Nights filled with songs, laughs and food. Sounds like a good time!
When: Every Thursday from 10 to 11:30 p.m. until May 3
Where: 2015 Rue Crescent, third floor
3. Conférence-Débat Upop Montreal
What: If a classroom setting just isn’t for you, try joining in on one of these events to learn about life on Earth
When: April 5, 19 and 26 from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: La Brassée, 2522 Rue Beaubien Est
4. Shiny Disco Ball Dance Party
What: Have you ever felt like you were born in the wrong era? Well, for one night you can party like it’s the 1970s at the Shiny Disco Ball.
When: April 8 at 8 p.m.
Where: Plaza Centre-Ville 777 Boulevard Robert-Bourassa
5. Blue Metropolis Literary Festival
What: This year is the 25th anniversary of the Blue Metropolis Literary Festival, and they’re hosting virtual and in-person events revolving around literature and writing workshops.
When: April 12 to 30
Where: Events are all virtual until the April 27, where the in-person festival takes place at Hotel 10 Sherbrooke St. W
What: Also known as the Big Fashion sale, this semi-annual clothing sale features some of Quebec’s most prominent names in the fashion world.
When: April 13 – 16
Where: Marché Bonsecours
7. Trek Boucherville Roulez et Réparez
What: A chance to try out different bicycles while learning to upkeep and repair them at the same time.
When: April 15 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Trek Bicycle Montréal Griffintown, 291 Rue de la Montagne, Montréal, Canada
What: A convention that displays the latest action figures, collectables and comics. Head over in your favourite cosplay and see what you can find.
When: April 15 – 16 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Marriott Montreal Airport Courtyard 7000 Place Robert-Joncas
What: A festival that consists of themed days focusing on different cultures. It features films, art exhibits, food and round table discussions on a variety of topics.
When: April 20 – 30
Where: 100 R. Sherbrooke E Bureau 3100,
10. Montreal Green Tech Festival
What: A weekend that showcases the newest technological advances in green technology, as well a special showcase event on electric vehicles.
When: April 21 – 23
Where: Olympic Stadium
11. Plural Contemporary Art Fair
What: This event shows off some of the best contemporary art from across the country with a mix of virtual and in-person events.
When: April 21 – 23
Where: Grand Quay of the Port of Montreal
12. Terra Concert
What: A one-hour concert that focuses on the environment as a tribute to earth day
When: April 22 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel 400 Rue Saint Paul Est
13. Vegapalooza
What: Celebrate springtime at Vegapalooza, where you can try vegan foods and buy vegan products.
When: April 29 – 30
Where: Maison du développement durable 50 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest
14. SAT Cabane a Sucre Experience
What: An immersive and unique sugar shack experience that was a collaborative project put together by different Quebecois artists.
When: March 30 – April 29
Where: 1201 Saint Laurent Blvd
What: The Belgo building features 27 free galleries and installations open to the public.
When: The building is open every day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. but each installation has their own opening hours
Where: 372 Saint-Catherine St. W
Bonus: WWF’s Climb for Nature
What: If you’re feeling adventurous and looking for a challenge, you can partake in the WWF’s climb for nature.
When: April 15 – 16
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre Hall C, North Building.
