A thrilling urban sliding experience is arriving in the heart of Montreal.
Head to Quartier des Spectacles where you’ll find four lanes on the new refrigerated hill, and two additional hills in Place Émilie-Gamelin for snowskating and snow scootering.
With all the fun winter activities happening in Montreal this winter, Les Glissades Gamelin in Place Émilie-Gamelin, Quartier des spectacles, is the ultimate family-friendly winter playground in downtown Montreal.
Make sure to put this at the top of your list of the coolest things to do in Montreal.
Time Out Tip: on weekends, younger visitors can benefit from the guidance of an assistant who can introduce beginners to the joys of sledding.
After hitting the three hills and six runs, warm up in L’Après-glisse—a cozy chalet where snacks and hot drinks will be served by Café Tranquille.
Bonus: Don’t miss the special evening on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Expect animation, snow sports demonstration, free hot chocolate. Site access and equipment loans are free!
When is Les Glissades Gamelin open?
Families and friends can enjoy this winter wonderland for free every Wednesday through Sunday from January 16 to March 9, 2025.
Where is Les Glissades Gamelin?
Steps aways from La Grande Bibliothèque, Les Glissades Gamelin is located in Place Émilie-Gamelin on the corner of rue Berri and rue Sainte-Catherine.
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