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The Monsoon Festival

DateWednesday, June 24, 2026
Time11 am – 7 pm
WhereDickie-Moore Park
PriceFree
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Other
A celebration of the cultures, histories and communities that make up today's Montreal on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day. Join us on a journey inspired by the joyfully decorated and music-filled transits of the Global South. Performances by grassroots artists, craft tables and food, sustainable fashion show and tie-dye workshop, closing parade and evening festivities after 7 p.m. The full program will be published on our website. Still looking for food vendors and volunteers.

DJ Sunset, spécial Saint-Jean-Baptiste sur le Mont-Royal

DateWednesday, June 24, 2026
Time7 pm – 10 pm
WhereBelvédère Camillen-Houde
PriceFree
Tags
Music
DJ Sunset vous emmène dans un voyage musical pour l'âme: **House, Deep House, Tech House**... et si la nuit s'y prête, peut-être un glissement vers la **Techno et l'Acid Techno**. Une musique enveloppante, un coucher de soleil sur Montréal, une soirée familiale et gratuite. Venez terminer votre Saint-Jean-Baptiste là où Montréal est la plus belle — en hauteur, face à l'horizon, avec la ville à vos pieds et le stade olympique qui brille au loin. Event by DJ Sunset, Uncle Fofi and COUSCOUS COMEDY SHOW

Musical Stopovers – Pardis Productions

DateFriday, June 26, 2026
Time6 pm – 7 pm
WherePark of the Americas, Rachel Street East, Montreal (Quebec)
PriceFree
Tags
Music
Through a series of four outdoor concerts in the parks of Plateau-Mont-Royal, come and meet artists from diverse cultural backgrounds. Each concert celebrates cultural diversity at the crossroads of musical traditions from around the world. Musical Stopovers is a series of four open-air concerts presented in the parks of the Plateau-Mont-Royal neighbourhood, creating intimate moments of connection between artists and audiences in the heart of the community. Each stopover highlights a musical tradition performed by exceptional artists: Sarah Borna (kamanchen – Persian music), Deo Munyakazi (inganga and vocals – Rwandan music), Ran Wang (guzheng – Chinese music), and Charles Cantin (traditional Quebec violin). All concerts are accompanied by percussionist Ziya Tabassian, fostering a meaningful dialogue between cultures. This concert, dedicated to traditional Quebec music, will be performed by the duo Charles Cantin and Ziya Tabassian. As part of the Cultural Action Support Program. Cancelled in case of heavy rain.

mRb SUMMER 2026 LAUNCH

DateThursday, July 2, 2026
Time6 pm – 8:05 pm
WhereTeesri Duniya Theatre (Cité-des-Hospitalières 251 Avenue des Pins Ouest, #148)
PriceFree
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Other
New issue, probably fulla fucken book reviews and whatnot.

Filibus - Théâtre La Roulotte

DateThursday, July 2, 2026
Time7 pm – 7:45 pm
Where3819 Avenue Calixa-Lavallée, Montréal, QC H2L 3A7
PriceFree
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Other
Découvrez la pièce Filibus, le mystérieux pirate du ciel, présentée par le Théâtre La Roulotte. Les représentations gratuites se déroulent en plein air dans les parcs des différents quartiers de Montréal. Du 25 juin au 14 août 2026, pour les enfants de 6 à 11 ans et leur famille. Imaginez un croisement entre Arsène Lupin, Sherlock Holmes, Zorro et Robin des Bois… porté par une fable vibrante de mystère et d'action. Depuis quelque temps, une série de vols d'objets précieux frappe les plus fortunés de la ville. Le jeune Hercule et son oncle détective mènent l'enquête, qui les dirige jusqu'à Filibus, pirate du ciel aussi audacieux qu'insaisissable. Apportez vos chaises ou couvertures. Visitez notre page Facebook avant de vous déplacer en cas d'annulation hors de notre volonté ou de mauvaises conditions météo. Texte : Sarah Berthiaume et Philippe Robert, d'après le film de Mario Roncoroni. Mise en scène : Marie-Ève Groulx. Distribution : Lora B. Choquette, Mathis Ducas, Aimée Lambert-Béland, Marie Roussy, Vladmir Victor. Durée : 45 minutes.

THE OPEN BOOK MIC (Literary Event)

DateFriday, July 3, 2026
Time7 pm – 9 pm
WhereCafé Eevee (1251 Rue St-Zotique E)
PriceFree
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Other
Not a lit specific open mic (music and comedy are also permitted). Repeats every Friday.

TANYA TAGAQ

DateFriday, July 3, 2026
Time10:30 pm – 0:35 am
WhereScène Rogers • Le Parterre
PriceFree
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Music
Tanya Tagaq performance at Festival International de Jazz de Montréal

Journée classique à l'Oratoire

DateSaturday, July 4, 2026
Time10 am – 9 pm
WhereL'Oratoire Saint-Joseph du Mont-Royal
PriceFree
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Music
This second edition of the Journée classique à l’Oratoire festival invites young and old alike to enjoy a musical experience that brings people together, inspires, and is accessible to all. On the program: a series of FREE concerts throughout the day at one of Quebec’s most iconic venues, right in the heart of Montreal.
Festival schedule:
10:00 a.m.: OCM Quartet (Main Entrance)
11:00 a.m.: Art Crush presentation featuring musicians, dancers, and visual artists (Place de la Sainte-Famille)
12:00 p.m.: Carillon Recital with Andrée-Anne Doane (Carillon)
2:00 p.m.: “Musique au corps,” presented by Jeunesses Musicales Canada. Discover this introduction to the rhythms of different musical cultures that use the body as a percussion instrument. (Terrace of the Salle des Pas Perdus)
3:00 p.m.: “Music with the Body,” presented by Jeunesses Musicales Canada (Terrace of the Salle des Pas Perdus)
4:00 p.m.: Recital featuring violinist Marc Djokic and pianist Matt Herskowitz (Basilica Choir)
5:00 p.m.: “Petites Étoiles” Recital (Jardin du Chemin de la Croix)
6:00 p.m.: Bogdan Gumenyuk Jazz Duo (Place de la Sainte-Famille – near the carillon)
7:00 p.m.: OCM String Quartet and tango dancers – Corazon de Tango (Basilica Terrace)
8:30 p.m.: OCM String Octet conducted by Andrei Feher at sunset (Basilica Terrace)
More information: https://orchestre.ca/festival-journee-classique-a-loratoire/ See less

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free outdoor party

DateSaturday, July 4, 2026
Time1 pm – 1 am
Where3400 AVE PIERRE-DUPUY, MONTRÉAL, QC
PriceFree
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Dance
free outdoor party with XELA, Ford, Elle J, Thompson, CHAR_L_N, Critical Mass, Zaubé

PHOENIX ASCENSION PARTY (Literary event)

DateSaturday, July 4, 2026
Time6 pm – 9 pm
WhereLibrairie Phoenix (5928 rue Sherbrooke O)
PriceFree
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Other
There's snacks. CAW!

Block Party - Clôture du Festival

DateSaturday, July 4, 2026
Time8 pm – 1 am
WhereScène Club Montréal Loto-Québec
PriceFree
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Dance
Pour tous les danseurs! @ferias.mtl + @mimsanctuary + @tapwaterjam_mtl s'unissent pour célébrer la dernière soirée du @festivaljazzmtl avec un block party à la Scène Club Montréal Loto-Québec. 20h - 21h30 : Tap Water Jam Dance Battles d'exhibition Animé par @kingpreachthepetty DJs : @dj.blackgold + @lexis_mims Danseurs : @soulvibezzz @hempress_aurele @junior_dorsaint_orpur @raoulwilke @mqueen_copine @alexe_lebel

Block Party: Movement Edition

DateSunday, July 5, 2026
Time3 pm – 6 pm
WherePlace du Village - 1114 St.Catherine E
PriceFree
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Dance
We're throwing another lesbian, queer & trans block party with a new twist. We're gonna kick balls, learn moves, and get a crash course on boxing. We'll have sprinklers to cool off. This event is free & open to all.

ACCENT OPEN MIC (Literary Event)

DateSunday, July 5, 2026
Time8 pm – 10 pm
WhereBar le Record (7622 rue Saint-Hubert)
PriceFree
Tags
Literary
Popular twice monthly bilingual open mic. Vol. 140 is on the theme "Tumultuous"—I feel like "Tumult" would be the more correct grammar, but who's to say? Whoever has the balls, plus Kat Charles and David Bateman.

mending night

DateTuesday, July 7, 2026
Time6 pm – 9 pm
Where1050 Rue Beaubien Est, Montréal, QC H2S 1T4
PriceFree
Tags
Community
mending night at Parquette

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🎭 Everybody's Perfect book launch by Jo Walton in conversation with Gretchen McCulloch

DateTuesday, July 7, 2026
Time7 pm – 9 pm
WhereArgo Bookshop, 1841-A Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, Montréal, QC H3H 1M2, Canada
PriceFree
Join the Argo Bookshop for the launch of Jo Walton's new book, Everybody's Perfect! The author will be reading, discussing her work with Gretchen McCulloch, and signing copies at the end. This event is free, but space is limited, so please RSVP.
https://www.ticketsource.com/argo-bookshop/t-yzeygkv

Masks are not required, but will be provided for free at the door.

Please contact the Argo Bookshop at least a day in advance for elevator access to the store.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DaD381GpJ3U/

Heures ouvrables - Early Night Dance Party

DateWednesday, July 8, 2026
Time5 pm – 9 pm
Where1380 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Montréal, QC H3G 1J5
PriceFree
Tags
Dance
Le collectif montréalais Heures ouvrables transformera l'avenue du Musée en piste de danse à ciel ouvert avec un concept qui réinvente la culture rave. Au programme: DJ sets, bar, collations, atelier créatif du Vélo des beaux-arts et ambiance festive dans l'oasis piétonne du Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal. Pensé pour les épicuriens qui aiment faire la fête tout en étant couchés à une heure raisonnable.

Plazapalooza 2026

DatesJuly 9, 2026 – July 12, 2026
WherePlaza St Hubert
PriceFree
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outdoors
Vous l'attendiez avec impatience...

Du 9 au 12 juillet prochain, on vous annonce officiellement que la Plaza St-Hubert se transforme à nouveau en immense terrain de jeu à ciel ouvert pour la quatrième édition de PlazaPalooza!

Pendant quatre jours consécutifs, laisse-vous porter par l'ambiance festive du quartier. Activités, animations, zones de jeu, concerts, DJs et bien plus encore vous attendent pour une longue fin de semaine haute en couleur!

Restez à l'affût, les détails des horaires sont à venir!

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STEPHANIE BOLSTER/MISHA SOLOMON: above/ground ZINE LAUNCH (Literary Event)

DateThursday, July 9, 2026
Time7 pm – 8:30 pm
Where4401 Boul Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2W 1Z5
PriceFree
Tags
CommunityLiterary
Speaking of above/ground, the tentacles of Ottawa chapbook impresario rob mclennan continue to creep into Montreal as his press reissues a vintage Stephanie Bolster chap alongside a new one from Misha Solomon that responds to Bolster's original. Hosted by Sarah Burgoyne.

Dick's Lending Library Zine Swap + Queer Picnic

DateSaturday, July 11, 2026
Time2 pm – 5 pm
WhereLa Fontaine Park, 3819 Av. Calixa-Lavallée, Montréal, QC H2H 1P4, Canada
PriceFree
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outdoors
Corner of Sherbrooke and Papineau

CHERIE HART: IT HAPPENED ON HARVARD AVENUE (Literary Event)

DateSaturday, July 11, 2026
Time5 pm – 7 pm
WhereChez Nick (1377 ave Greene)
PriceFree
Tags
CommunityLiterary
Launch of a mystery novel set in Westmount, where this launch happens to be. See what you can deduce from that. Also snacks.

Storytelling Night

DateSunday, July 12, 2026
Time7:30 pm – 9:35 pm
WhereAux Angles Ronds
PriceFree
Tags
Lit
A phone-free event. Doors at 18h40

STÉPHANE LEBLANC-RAINVILLE: NINE BAGS OF GOLD LAUNCH (Literary Event)

DateThursday, July 16, 2026
Time7 pm – 9 pm
WhereArgo (1841-A Rue Sainte-Catherine O)
PriceFree
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CommunityLiterary
Some historical nonfiction about a peculiar treasure hunt in nineteenth century Moncton. Free, but RSVP recommended.

Queer Picnic and Clothing Exchange

DateFriday, July 17, 2026
Time5 pm – 8 pm
Where3819 Avenue Calixa-Lavallée, Montréal, QC H2L 3A7
PriceFree
Tags
outdoors Other
come hangout with us in parc lafontaine and be gay at the gay hill!!! also bring ur clothes that u r tired of and exchange them with others!

ACCENT OPEN MIC

DateSunday, July 19, 2026
Time8 pm – 10 pm
WhereBar le Record (7622 rue Saint-Hubert)
PriceFree
Tags
Open-MicLiterary
Popular twice monthly bilingual open mic—readers, theme TBA. Whoever has the balls, plus some more people.

KŌHEI SAITŌ: CAPITAL FROM ZERO LAUNCH

DateTuesday, July 21, 2026
Time7 pm – 9 pm
WhereArgo (1841-A Rue Sainte-Catherine O)
PriceFree
Tags
CommunityLiterary
A new introduction to Marx's Capital, goes the spiel—Saitō's translator Brian Bergstrom will be in attendance. Free, but RSVP recommended.