Laura Osborne, the former editor-in-chief of the award-winning RICARDO magazines and senior editor at Air Canada enRoute, is obsessed with finding the best in any given city. From jumping off cliffs in Interlaken, Switzerland, to digging into bone marrow tacos in Vancouver — with rooftop cocktails and croquet in London and local Montreal beer tastings in between — Laura eats (and drinks) her way across the planet, checking out the best cultural experiences, events and happenings along the way.

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27 of Montreal’s best burger joints you need to try right now

27 of Montreal’s best burger joints you need to try right now

We’re serious about our burgers in Montreal—from globally-ranked smash patties to classic late-night spots. There's every variety available here, thanks to a range of restaurants from bars with the best cocktails and high-end eateries to steakhouses and lowdown dirty diners. No matter your scene, if you fancy yourself a true connoisseur of top-notch burgers, you’ve come to the right place.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in MontrealBest downtown Montreal restaurants
The world’s 20 best cities for food right now

The world’s 20 best cities for food right now

This list is from 2025. Check out the latest ranking here. In January, we published our annual ranking of the world’s best cities. To create the list, we quizzed city-dwellers on everything from happiness and nightlife to walkability – and while all these factors are important in making a city great, let’s face it: a city is nothing without its food. From street eats to fine dining, family-run taverns to cutting-edge kitchens, eating and drinking is the backbone of local culture in our cities and the reason many of us choose to travel.  So, in order to figure out the great culinary metropolises of today, we surveyed thousands of people around the world about food in their city. We asked locals to rate their city’s food scene across 18 different criteria, including quality, affordability and attributes from ‘family-friendly’ to ‘experimental’.  Each city was ranked according to quality and affordability ratings, alongside a score from a panel of Time Out food experts – editors, food critics and Time Out Market chefs – who were asked to share their insights into the most exciting cities for food right now. To create the final ranking, we included only the highest-scoring city for each country to ensure the list reflects culinary cities globally. We then asked our global network of food writers to tell us exactly what makes their city such an exciting place to eat right now. The result? A very tasty list indeed. In each of these 20 cities, you’ll find the best of the old-school
Les meilleures plages prÚs de Montréal

Les meilleures plages prÚs de Montréal

PrĂ©parez vos en-cas Ă  petit prix, sortez la chaise de plage et n’oubliez surtout pas la crĂšme solaire : MontrĂ©al est une Ăźle — autant en profiter cet Ă©tĂ© ! Quelle est la meilleure plage Ă  MontrĂ©al ? Pour des plages magnifiques prĂšs de MontrĂ©al, considĂ©rez la plage de l'Horloge, la plage Jean-DorĂ©, ou la plage du Parc National d'Oka. Que vous rĂȘviez d’une Ă©tendue de sable bordĂ©e de huttes tiki ou d’un spot de surf prisĂ©, notre sĂ©lection des meilleures plages prĂšs de MontrĂ©al a tout pour plaire : oasis urbaines, berges accessibles en mĂ©tro, et mĂȘme un parcours gonflable gĂ©ant sur l’eau.  RECOMMANDÉ : Guide complet des meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  MontrĂ©alLes meilleures piscines de MontrĂ©al pour se rafraĂźchir cet Ă©tĂ©Les meilleures activitĂ©s Ă  faire avec des enfants Ă  MontrĂ©al
Les 27 meilleurs burgers à Montréal maintenant

Les 27 meilleurs burgers à Montréal maintenant

Avec plusieurs des meilleurs restaurants de la ville qui prĂ©parent leur propre version de ce met classique, ne t’en fait pas : on ne niaise pas avec les burgers dans le 514. Un burger excellent peut ĂȘtre trouvĂ© dans chaque coin de la ville, de nos bars et nos restaurants les plus high end Ă  nos steakhouses et restaurants style diner amĂ©ricain. Peu importe ton style, si tu te considĂšres un vrai connaisseur de burgers du premier ordre, t’es Ă  la bonne place. On a virĂ© la ville sens dessus dessous pour crĂ©er cette liste des meilleurs burgers de MontrĂ©al, sans exception. Maintenant, prĂ©pares-toi Ă  engraisser tes connaissances en burgers. RECOMMANDÉ: Guide complet des meilleurs restaurants Ă  MontrĂ©al
The 14 best burgers in the world right now

The 14 best burgers in the world right now

Is there a more satisfying bite than the salty, smoky hit of a really, really good burger? The answer is obviously: of course not. Restaurants all over the world are crafting and griddling their own take on the classic beef burger, with homemade sauces, whacky buns, and specialty meats elevating these patties to entirely new levels. We wanted to find out where, exactly, one can find the tastiest, juiciest, most decadent and inventive burgers out there right now. So we grilled Time Out’s global team of food and drink editors about the very best burgers they’ve sunk their teeth into – then ranked them all according to the venues with the strongest star ratings on Google. The result? Fourteen lip-smacking burgers, found across some of the world’s best cities. From smashed wagyu to a ‘kitschy’ surf and turf and everything in between, these are the greatest burgers on the planet right now, each tried and tested by us. Tuck in. RECOMMENDED:🍕 The best pizzas in the worldđŸ„Ș The best sandwiches in the worldđŸ„© The best steaks in the world This list was edited by Liv Kelly, Time Out’s travel writer. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
50 best things to do in Montreal for locals and tourists

50 best things to do in Montreal for locals and tourists

Last updated May 2026: From inside the Canadian Grand Prix's most exclusive party to where to find Montreal's pedestrian-free streets this summer, this list has you covered when it comes to the most kick-ass things happening across the city. Whether you're looking for the most spectacular hikes in and around Montreal (or where to find its most secret bars), this town is full of amazing and free things to do—especially during the summer. Explore the best places to stay, where to find late-night eats or simply the best family-friendly activites. How we choose the best things to do in Montreal: Time Out editors hit the streets of Montreal from one end of the city to the other looking for the coolest things to do, the most delicious places to eat and the most impressive events to see. Next step: we then pick only the very best things to do to make it to this list each month. This essential round-up of Montreal musts is your to-do list whether you're a tourist or a local: from the best bars and speakeasies to the most stellar free museums, this epic guide to Montreal rounds up the most outstanding things to do across the city. Quick picks: The best things to do in Montreal at a glance Visit historic Old Montreal Explore the Notre-Dame Basilica Soak up the natural beauty of Mount Royal Park Experiencing the city's vibrant culture at the Jean-Talon Market Check out the city's best museums like the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Discover the Biodîme, Botanical Garden, and the Undergro
Montreal Grand Prix 2026 weekend: guide and best events

Montreal Grand Prix 2026 weekend: guide and best events

Montreal is welcoming the worldwide Formula One fanbase for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, from May 22 to 24, 2026, which means one thing: the city is revved up. The races on Circuit Jacques-Villeneuve are only half the fun—the real memories will be made off course, at the free events and activities, parties, Michelin-star restaurants, clubs, attractions and hidden outdoor play spaces around town that are pulling out all the stops.  Is F1 coming to Montreal in 2026? The Formula 1 Lenovo 2026 Canadian Grand Prix officially kicks the summer season off earlier than ever this year: May 22 to 24, 2026, and takes place over 70 laps of the 4.361-kilometre Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Parc Jean-Drapeau.   What time does the Montreal Grand Prix start? The Formula 1 Lenovo Grand Prix du Canada 2026 race starts on Friday May 22, 2026 with Formula 1 Practice sessions (12:30 pm) followed by Sprint Qualifying sessions (4:30 pm); on Saturday May 23, 2026 things kick off with a Sprint (12 pm) followed by the Formula 1 Qualifying sessions (4 pm); and finally on Sunday May 24, 2026 it’s time for the Formula 1 Race (4 pm).   What other cool things are going on in Montreal this weekend? From iconic attractions and landmarks to art happenings, cultural events, and unmissable restaurants and bars, check out our essential bucket list of the best things to do in Montreal. RECOMMENDED:Best downtown Montreal restaurantsBest 50 restaurants in MontrealGuide to the best brunch spots in town
The 25 best Montreal attractions for tourists and locals

The 25 best Montreal attractions for tourists and locals

Take old-world European charm and mix it with an open, friendly bustling North American city, and you've got Montreal. It's no surprise that the city is home to one of the best neighbourhoods in the world. The second oldest city in Canada, Montreal's combination of history and landscape with twentieth-century architectural wonders results in a never-ending list of attractions (and festivals!). Try inspiring museums; hidden bars and secret speakeasies; fine dining in next-level restaurants and the top tables (plus some stellar cheap eats). Tourists are amazed by MontrĂ©al, and locals keep falling back in love with it. What is the most visited place in Montreal? The extremely walkable neighbourhood of Old Montreal, with its cobblestone streets and proximity to the Old Port, is home to some of the city's ancient history and newest attractions. What is Montreal best known for? Aside from our famous bagels and poutine, Montreal is best known for hosting the World's Fair in 1967, followed by the first Olympics ever held in Canada during the summer of 1976; for Mount Royal Park (affectionately known by locals as "the mountain"), designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (the same man responsible for designing New York City's Central Park) and for being a superior city to Toronto in every way.  Where can I take tourists in Montreal? From the top 50 best restaurants in the city to the vibrant nightlife scene, Montreal is a playground for tourists and locals of all ages – sandy beaches, free c
Meilleur bar pour regarder les Canadiens de Montréal : biÚre, arcades et cocktails

Meilleur bar pour regarder les Canadiens de Montréal : biÚre, arcades et cocktails

BiĂšres locales, match diffusĂ© sur grand Ă©cran, smash burgers primĂ©s, arcades, cocktails signature et ailes de poulet croustillantes
 tentant, non? Retrouvez tout ça dans un immense espace rĂ©unissant certains des meilleurs chefs et restos de la ville sous un mĂȘme toit, au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al. NichĂ© Ă  l’intĂ©rieur d’un de nos centres commerciaux prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©s, le Centre Eaton de MontrĂ©al, c’est l’endroit ultime pour l’avant-match des Canadiens. Mais ne nous croyez pas sur parole, venez dĂ©couvrir toute l’ambiance hockey ici. OĂč regarder le hockey au centre-ville? Rendez-vous au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al pour profiter de la diffusion gratuite des matchs en direct, d’une excellente bouffe, de bons drinks et d’une ambiance parfaite pour les soirs de hockey. Pour plus d’infos sur le Time Out Market MontrĂ©al, cliquez ici. RECOMMANDÉ :Les meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  Montreal maintenant50 meilleurs restaurants de MontrĂ©al
The best pre-game spot near Montreal’s Bell Centre right now

The best pre-game spot near Montreal’s Bell Centre right now

Local beers, the game on the big screen, award-winning smash burgers, arcades, killer cocktails, and crispy chicken wings—sound tempting? Find it all in a massive space featuring some of the city’s top chefs and restaurants under one roof at Time Out Market MontrĂ©al. Nestled inside one of our favourite shopping malls, the Montreal Eaton Centre, it’s the ultimate spot to hockey pre-game. But don't just take our word for it. Check out all the Habs vibes here. Where can I watch the Habs game downtown? Head to Time Out Market MontrĂ©al to watch free live-streaming of the games, great food, drinks, and a good game-night atmosphere. RECOMMENDED:Complete guide to the best restaurants in MontrealBest things to do with kids in MontrealBest attractions in Montreal
Where to stay in Montreal: our guide to the best neighbourhoods

Where to stay in Montreal: our guide to the best neighbourhoods

Montreal’s neighbourhoods (home to one of the world's coolest streets) each have their own vibe—together, they create the city’s eclectic charm. Explore the city’s best neighborhoods for locals, and essential places where visitors can stay—including Plateau-Mont-Royal, recently ranked one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world—right here in this guide. Montreal has a big presence when it comes to culture, community, and character—and if you need proof, just look at the sheer wealth of some of the best things to do in Montreal alongside stellar experiences in the city’s best restaurants and best bars. Better yet, we're home to one of the world's coolest streets. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Montreal50 best restaurants in Montreal right nowTop Montreal attractions for tourists and locals
26 of the best hiking and parks in and around Montreal

26 of the best hiking and parks in and around Montreal

When you need little break from the city, it's time to hit the trails—this turquoise lake surrounded by forest and Montreal's secret gardens included. Hiking is the easiest thing to do in and around Montreal. There are fantastic park trails and beaches to be enjoyed within the city itself, and if you’re willing to drive, there are road trips from Montreal are easily done within a day or a weekend. Need the rest before your drive back? These accessible hikes range anywhere from 1 to 4 hours from the city (with a secret beach and hiking trails here if you're up for a road trip). RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in MontrealBest parks in MontrealBest road trips from Montreal

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Bossa

Bossa

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following.  
Bossa

Bossa

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following. MENU Hot Sandwiches PorchettaAioli, Provolone, Porchetta, Caramelized Onions, Hot Peppers, Eggplants, Coleslaw Cutlet 2.0Mayo, Bomba, Chicken Cutlet, Provolone, Pickles, Giardiniera, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette Chicken Parmesan and RapiniBasil Oil, Mozzarella, Chicken Cutlet, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers, Rapini Eggplant ParmesanBasil Oil, Burrata, Fried Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers Cold Sandwiches Philly HoagieBalsamic Reduction, Olive Oil, Salami, Capicollo, Mortadella, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Provolone, Hot Peppers, Marinated Eggplant, Lettuce, O.G. House Vinaigrette DiavoloAioli, Bomba, Giardiniera, Salami, Calabrese, Capicollo, Fontino, Provolone, Banana Peppers, Marinated Red Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette ClassicoOlive Oil, Pistachio Mortadella, Sliced Lemon, Burrata, Arugula CapreseBasil Oil, Arugula, Tomato, Burrata, Balsamic Reduction Salads Fennel and Arugula CaesarFennel, Arugula, Bacon, Croutons, Parmesan, Lemon, Caesar Vinaigrette House Salad(s)Mixed Lettuce, Cucumber, Red Onion, Tomato, Croutons

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Le Canada s’apprĂȘte Ă  bannir les rĂ©seaux sociaux pour les moins de 16 ans—voici ce que ça change

Le Canada s’apprĂȘte Ă  bannir les rĂ©seaux sociaux pour les moins de 16 ans—voici ce que ça change

Le Canada s’apprĂȘte Ă  bannir l’utilisation des rĂ©seaux sociaux pour les jeunes de moins de 16 ans dans le cadre d’un vaste projet de loi sur les prĂ©judices en ligne attendu Ă  Ottawa ce mercredi. Selon un article du National Post, le gouvernement de Mark Carney prĂ©pare une lĂ©gislation trĂšs attendue sur la sĂ©curitĂ© en ligne, qui inclurait une restriction nationale de l’accĂšs aux rĂ©seaux sociaux pour les mineurs. À voir : Mark Carney aperçu dans ce lieu prisĂ© de MontrĂ©al Est-ce que le Canada va vraiment interdire les rĂ©seaux sociaux ? Un reprĂ©sentant du gouvernement a confirmĂ© que le projet de loi jettera aussi les bases d’un nouvel organisme de rĂ©glementation de la sĂ©curitĂ© en ligne, en plus de renforcer les rĂšgles visant Ă  lutter contre les contenus nuisibles sur les plateformes numĂ©riques. La lĂ©gislation proposĂ©e permettrait aux entreprises de mĂ©dias sociaux de demander des exemptions si elles dĂ©montrent qu’elles disposent de mesures suffisantes pour protĂ©ger les jeunes utilisateurs. Le projet de loi devrait ĂȘtre dĂ©posĂ© ce mercredi, juste avant la suspension des travaux de la Chambre des communes pour l’étĂ©. Quand TikTok sera-t-il banni du Canada ? MĂȘme s’il vise principalement les rĂ©seaux sociaux, il ne devrait pas imposer les mĂȘmes restrictions aux robots conversationnels d’intelligence artificielle. Il Ă©tablira plutĂŽt de nouvelles obligations pour les plateformes numĂ©riques opĂ©rant au Canada. Le gouvernement Carney fait face Ă  une pression croissante de la part des organ
Canada to ban social media for kids under 16—here’s what it means

Canada to ban social media for kids under 16—here’s what it means

Canada is set to ban social media use for children under the age of 16 as part of a sweeping new online harms bill expected to be tabled in Ottawa on Wednesday. According to a report from the National Post, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government is preparing to introduce long-awaited online safety legislation, which would include a nationwide restriction on social media platforms for minors. Check out: Mark Carney spotted at this hotspot in Montreal Is there going to be a social media ban in Canada? As per the report, a government official confirmed that the upcoming bill will also lay the groundwork for a new online safety regulator and introduce broader rules aimed at tackling harmful content on digital platforms. The proposed legislation would allow social media companies to apply for exemptions if they can prove strong safeguards are in place to protect younger users.  The bill is expected to be tabled this Wednesday, just before the House of Commons rises for its summer break. Read: One of Canada’s least-visited national parks might be its most beautiful While the legislation targets social media platforms, it is not expected to include similar restrictions on AI chatbots. Instead, it will establish new responsibilities for digital platforms operating in Canada. The Carney government is facing growing pressure from child safety advocates and health organizations to strengthen online protections for minors, reviving efforts first advanced under former prime minister Just
Les plus grands matchs de l’étĂ© en direct au centre-ville de MontrĂ©al avec Ă©crans gĂ©ants et ambiance de stade

Les plus grands matchs de l’étĂ© en direct au centre-ville de MontrĂ©al avec Ă©crans gĂ©ants et ambiance de stade

Les plus grands matchs de l’étĂ©. Des biĂšres bien froides. Des cocktails crĂ©atifs. De la cuisine signĂ©e par certains des meilleurs chefs et restos de la ville. À compter du 11 juin 2026, le Time Out Market MontrĂ©al devient l’un des meilleurs endroits au centre-ville pour vivre toute l’action du soccer international en direct. En plus : Les barbecues cantonnais et tacos prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©s des MontrĂ©alais dĂ©barquent au MarchĂ© Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alBeer bar Si vous avez manquĂ© l’ambiance survoltĂ©e du MarchĂ© pendant les sĂ©ries du Canadien, prĂ©parez-vous : l’énergie promet d’ĂȘtre tout aussi intense cet Ă©tĂ©. Au programme : diffusion des matchs sur Ă©crans gĂ©ants, bouffe et boissons de premier ordre, et une atmosphĂšre digne des plus grandes compĂ©titions internationales. Photograph: Americas BBQTime Out Market MontrĂ©al Et il n’y a nulle part ailleurs en ville oĂč vous pouvez faire le tour du monde un verre Ă  la fois tout en encourageant votre Ă©quipe favorite, grĂące Ă  une carte de cocktails inspirĂ©e de certaines des destinations prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©es du Time Out Market MontrĂ©al. Photograph: BarceloneTime Out Market MontrĂ©al DĂ©couvrez les 15 comptoirs gourmands, 7 bars et les espaces culturels qui accueillent installations artistiques, musique et bien plus encore. Photograph: Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine Que vous soyez Ă  la recherche de la pinte parfaite pour accompagner un smash burger, ou d’un verre de vin (ou trois) pour accompagner un plateau de sushis, il y en a pour tous les goĂ»ts. Le
L’une des plus belles plages au monde se trouve au Canada—et elle cache un sentier secret qui apparaĂźt au rythme des marĂ©es

L’une des plus belles plages au monde se trouve au Canada—et elle cache un sentier secret qui apparaĂźt au rythme des marĂ©es

RĂ©cemment classĂ©e sixiĂšme plus belle plage au monde, cette destination est rĂ©putĂ©e pour son immense littoral sauvage. Mais peu de visiteurs connaissent son sentier cachĂ©, qui n’apparaĂźt qu’à marĂ©e basse. Pour rĂ©aliser son ouvrage Best Beaches: 100 of the World’s Most Incredible Beaches, Lonely Planet a envoyĂ© ses experts voyage aux quatre coins du globe afin d’identifier les plages les plus spectaculaires de la planĂšte. Des Ă©tendues de sable dorĂ© emblĂ©matiques aux criques isolĂ©es loin des foules, l’équipe a explorĂ© des destinations sur tous les continents Ă  la recherche des rivages les plus inoubliables du monde. A lire : Les meilleures plages prĂšs de MontrĂ©al Quelle est la plus belle plage au monde? Selon Lonely Planet, la plus belle plage au monde se trouve Ă  Sanya, sur l’üle de Hainan, en Chine. Photorgaph: Shutterstock / Iurii DzivinskyiSanya RĂ©partie sur plus de 40 kilomĂštres de plages dorĂ©es bordant quatre baies, Sanya offre un terrain de jeu exceptionnel pour les amateurs de soleil, de sports nautiques et d’aventure. Paravoile, plongĂ©e sous-marine autour de l’üle de Wuzhizhou ou surf Ă  Houhai Beach : les activitĂ©s ne manquent pas, mĂȘme pour les dĂ©butants. Au-delĂ  de ses plages, Sanya est aussi reconnue pour sa scĂšne culinaire. Le marchĂ© Chunyuan Seafood Square permet notamment de choisir ses fruits de mer frais avant de les faire cuisiner sur place. Parmi les spĂ©cialitĂ©s locales Ă  dĂ©couvrir : le hot pot au poulet et Ă  la noix de coco ainsi que le fruit du dragon glac
Summer of soccer arrives Downtown Montreal with live matches, big screens and match-day energy

Summer of soccer arrives Downtown Montreal with live matches, big screens and match-day energy

Cold beers and killer cocktails? Next-level food? Big screen live soccer screenings? Starting June 11, 2026, Downtown Montreal’s premier viewing spot is Time Out Market MontrĂ©al thanks to unbeatable food, cocktails and atmosphere. Check out: Montreal's favourite Cantonese BBQ and tacos have arrived at the Market Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alBeer bar If you missed the Market alive with excitement during the Habs playoffs season, you’re going to want to join in for the live international football this summer. We’re talking about big screens, food and drinks from some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under one roof and match-day vibes.  Photograph: Americas BBQTime Out Market MontrĂ©al And there’s nowhere else in town where you can sip your way around the world while cheering on your favourite international teams, thanks to a must-try cocktail menu inspired by some of the Market's favourite cities. Photograph: BarceloneTime Out Market MontrĂ©al Check out all 15 eateries, 7 bars, and cultural spaces home to art installations, music, and so much more. Photograph: Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine Whether you’re looking for the perfect pint to wash down that smash burger, or a glass of wine (or three) to pair with an iconic sushi platter, the Market has something for everyone—including Montreal’s first dedicated mocktail bar and exclusive zero-proof menu.  Photograph: Élixir Des Moines | Time Out Market MontrĂ©alMocktail Hanging with a group? With 40,000 square
Le plus grand festival de cuisine de rue au Canada revient Ă  MontrĂ©al avec plus de 40 food trucks et l’entrĂ©e gratuite

Le plus grand festival de cuisine de rue au Canada revient Ă  MontrĂ©al avec plus de 40 food trucks et l’entrĂ©e gratuite

Plus de 40 food trucks ? De la musique live gratuite et une programmation culturelle ? Une zone familiale ? L’un des festivals d’étĂ© prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©s des MontrĂ©alais est de retour, et plus fort que jamais. A lire : Guide des festivals 2026 Ă  MontrĂ©al Photograph: Audrey FogacaLes Premiers Vendredis Qu'est-ce que le festival Les Premiers Vendredis ? Le plus grand rassemblement rĂ©current de cuisine de rue au Canada a lieu chaque mois, de juin jusqu’à la fin de l’étĂ©, et rĂ©unit plus de 40 food trucks, de la musique live et une programmation culturelle au cƓur de MontrĂ©al. Pour lancer les festivitĂ©s, l’édition anniversaire du 15e est suivie de thĂšmes mensuels : Édition Olympique en juillet, Fiesta Latina en aoĂ»t, puis Asie en folie au dĂ©but de septembre. Avec une moyenne de 18 000 visiteurs par Ă©dition, l’évĂ©nement est considĂ©rĂ© comme le plus grand rassemblement rĂ©current de ce type au pays. Photograph: FrĂ©dĂ©ric GirardLes Premiers Vendredis Chaque mois met en vedette des cuisines et une programmation artistique inspirĂ©es de diffĂ©rentes rĂ©gions du monde, avec plus de 40 food trucks et kiosques proposant des saveurs internationales. Quel est le prix d'entrĂ©e pour Les Premiers Vendredis ? Le meilleur dans tout ça ? L’entrĂ©e est gratuite. Venez pour les paletas artisanales de PalĂ©pops, les empanadas de La Reine des Empanadas, les tacos du Roi du Taco, la cuisine de Manille, les pizzas de Fratelliz Pizza, et restez pour les sons de DJ Blast, Floraison tardive et Coco Rose. En plus : C’est
Canada’s largest street food festival returns with 40+ food trucks—and free admission

Canada’s largest street food festival returns with 40+ food trucks—and free admission

Over 40 food trucks? Free live music and cultural programming? A family zone? One of Montreal’s favourite summer festivals is back and better than ever. Check out: Best festivals and events in Montreal for 2026 Photograph: Audrey FogacaLes Premiers Vendredis What is Les Premiers Vendredis (First Fridays)? Canada’s largest recurring street food gathering is held monthly from June through the summer, bringing together over 40 food trucks, live music, and cultural programming in Montreal. Kicking things off with a celebratory 15th anniversary edition, the next four themes are the Olympic Edition in July, Fiesta Latina in August and Asia Gone Wild in early September. Drawing an average of 18,000 visitors per edition, the event is considered the largest annual gathering of its kind in Canada. Photograph: Alison Slattery - Two Food Photographers - Tourisme MontrĂ©alPremiers Vendredis Each month features food and artistic programming dedicated to different parts of the globe, with over 40 food trucks and kiosks this year offering international cuisines. The best part? Admission is free. Come for PalĂ©pops’ handcrafted paletas, La Reine des Empanadas, Le Roi du Taco, Cuisine de Manille, Fratelliz Pizza and stay for the sounds of DJ Blast, Floraison tardive and Coco Rose. Check out: It’s official: One of the world’s best burgers is in Montreal Photograph: FrĂ©dĂ©ric GirardLes Premiers Vendredis What vendors will be at Les Premiers Vendredis in June 2026? Banana Plantain A Canadian–C
One of the world’s best beaches is in Canada—and it has a hidden walking path that appears with the tides

One of the world’s best beaches is in Canada—and it has a hidden walking path that appears with the tides

Recently named the sixth-best beach in the world, this spot is famous for its sweeping coastline—but few visitors know about its hidden trail that emerges only when the tide recedes. Lonely Planet’s travel experts scoured the globe to uncover the world’s most spectacular beaches for Best Beaches: 100 of the World’s Most Incredible Beaches.  Read: One of Canada’s least-visited national parks might be its most beautiful From legendary stretches of golden sand to secluded coastal gems tucked far off the beaten path, the team explored destinations across every continent in search of the planet’s most unforgettable shorelines. What is the best beach in the world? According to Lonely Planet, the number one beach in the world is Sanya, on China’s Hainan Island. Photorgaph: Shutterstock / Iurii DzivinskyiSanya Stretching across 40 km (25 miles) of golden beaches spread over four bays, it offers endless sun, sea and water sports—from parasailing and scuba diving around Wuzhizhou Island to surfing at Houhai Beach, where beginners will find gentle waves and plenty of instructors. Beyond the shoreline, the city is also a seafood destination, with Chunyuan Seafood Square market serving freshly selected catch prepared to order. Hainanese cuisine is light and flavourful, with must-tries like coconut chicken hot pot and fried ice-blended dragon fruit. What is the most beautiful beach in Canada? One Canadian beach made the top 25 best beaches in the world list. Chesterman Beach, in Tofino,
The largest outdoor trampoline park in North America just got even bigger

The largest outdoor trampoline park in North America just got even bigger

Have you jumped on the largest outdoor trampoline in North America yet? After welcoming more than 300,000 visitors since opening in 2022, the popular suspended trampoline course nestled among the trees at the foot of Mont Saint-GrĂ©goire has undergone a major transformation. Check out: 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs are coming to Montreal this summer Where is Upla? Upla has three locations across Canada, with the Mont-Saint-GrĂ©goire location just southeast of Montreal: 45 Chem. du Sous-Bois, Mont-Saint-GrĂ©goire, QC J0J 1K0. Designed primarily for families, the revamped park now features no fewer than 10 jumping zones, including four that span two levels.  Photograph: UplaUpla Visitors can also explore access ramps, vertical tunnels and slides, while a dedicated area filled with giant balls adds another layer of fun. New swinging vines allow guests to move from one trampoline to another. For those looking for a little more excitement, the park has introduced a controlled rolling zone, along with new connections, walkways and slides throughout the course. Photograph: UplaUpla One of the standout additions is a suspended lounge perched nearly 40 feet above the ground. Complete with oversized cushions, it's the perfect place to relax while taking in views of the surrounding forest. Young children haven’t been forgotten, either. A dedicated area has been created specifically for kids aged five and under to enjoy alongside their parents. The one thing that hasn’t changed is
Un immense mĂ©tĂ©ore a illuminĂ© le ciel visible depuis MontrĂ©al — et son boom supersonique a fait vibrer des bĂątiments

Un immense mĂ©tĂ©ore a illuminĂ© le ciel visible depuis MontrĂ©al — et son boom supersonique a fait vibrer des bĂątiments

Ce qui avait d’abord Ă©tĂ© signalĂ© comme de mystĂ©rieuses explosions et des secousses ressenties dans plusieurs bĂątiments de la Nouvelle-Angleterre s’est finalement rĂ©vĂ©lĂ© ĂȘtre un phĂ©nomĂšne beaucoup plus spectaculaire : un mĂ©tĂ©ore traversant l’atmosphĂšre terrestre. Selon un reportage de CBC, des rĂ©sidents de plusieurs États du nord-est amĂ©ricain ont rapportĂ© avoir entendu de puissants doubles booms samedi aprĂšs-midi. Mais ce n’est pas tout. De nombreuses personnes ont Ă©galement signalĂ© des bĂątiments qui vibraient ainsi qu’une brillante boule de feu traversant le ciel. A lire : Les prĂ©visions de juin Ă  MontrĂ©al sont tombĂ©es — et ce n’est pas du tout ce Ă  quoi vous vous attendiez Les observations se sont multipliĂ©es de l’État du Delaware jusqu’à MontrĂ©al, semant la confusion et l’inquiĂ©tude alors que les autoritĂ©s tentaient d’identifier la source du phĂ©nomĂšne. OĂč la mĂ©tĂ©orite a-t-elle explosĂ© dans le Massachusetts ? Selon l’American Meteor Society, l’objet en cause Ă©tait un mĂ©tĂ©ore d’environ un mĂštre de diamĂštre qui est entrĂ© dans l’atmosphĂšre prĂšs de la frontiĂšre entre le New Hampshire et le Massachusetts, au nord de Boston. La NASA a ensuite confirmĂ© qu’il s’agissait bien d’un mĂ©tĂ©ore naturel et non d’un satellite ou d’un dĂ©bris spatial. La roche spatiale a pĂ©nĂ©trĂ© dans l’atmosphĂšre terrestre vers 14 h 06 Ă  une vitesse vertigineuse d’environ 120 700 km/h. Les tĂ©moins dĂ©crivent l’objet comme Ă©tant beaucoup plus gros et plus lumineux qu’une Ă©toile filante ordinaire. Les signalemen
A massive meteor lit up skies visible from Montreal—and its sonic boom shook buildings

A massive meteor lit up skies visible from Montreal—and its sonic boom shook buildings

What began as reports of mysterious explosions and shaking buildings across New England turned out to be something far more extraordinary: a meteor blazing through Earth's atmosphere. According to a report by the CBC, residents across several northeastern U.S. states reported hearing loud double booms on Saturday afternoon. But that’s not all. There were also many reports of people feeling buildings tremble and spotting a bright fireball streaking across the sky.  Read: Canada could be next as America's explosive tornado season shifts in an alarming way Sightings stretched from Delaware all the way to Montreal, prompting confusion and concern as authorities worked to identify the source. Did a meteor explode over Massachusetts? According to the American Meteor Society, the culprit was a meteor nearly one metre wide that entered the atmosphere near the New Hampshire–Massachusetts border, just north of Boston. NASA later confirmed the object was a naturally occurring meteor—not a satellite or piece of space debris. The space rock entered Earth's atmosphere at approximately 2:06 p.m., travelling at a staggering speed of about 120,700 km/h. Observers described the object as far larger and brighter than a typical shooting star. Reports poured in from across the region, with some people witnessing the fireball in broad daylight while others heard powerful sonic booms or felt the ground shake beneath them. Photograph: MichaƂ MancewiczPerseids Meteor Showers The American Meteor So
C’est officiel : l’un des meilleurs burgers au monde se trouve Ă  MontrĂ©al

C’est officiel : l’un des meilleurs burgers au monde se trouve Ă  MontrĂ©al

Y a-t-il quelque chose de plus satisfaisant que la bouchĂ©e salĂ©e et fumĂ©e d’un burger parfaitement exĂ©cutĂ©? De MontrĂ©al Ă  Tokyo, en passant par New York et SĂŁo Paulo, ces burgers ont Ă©tĂ© goĂ»tĂ©s, testĂ©s et approuvĂ©s par les Ă©diteurs de Time Out Ă  travers le monde. Aux quatre coins de la planĂšte, les chefs rĂ©inventent le burger classique avec des sauces maison, des pains crĂ©atifs et des ingrĂ©dients haut de gamme, propulsant cette icĂŽne de la restauration rapide vers de nouveaux sommets. Pour dĂ©nicher les meilleurs, nous avons demandĂ© aux Ă©diteurs gastronomiques de Time Out de nommer leurs expĂ©riences burger prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©es, avant d’établir un classement basĂ© sur les meilleures notes des Ă©tablissements sur Google. Le rĂ©sultat? Quatorze burgers mĂ©morables provenant de certaines des plus grandes destinations gourmandes au monde. Photograph: Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine Quels sont les meilleurs burgers du monde? 1. Smash Things, Tokyo 2. Zuney Wagyu Burgers, Le Cap 3. Nolita, Madrid 4. Hanbaagaasuuteeki, Londres 5. Casse-CroĂ»te MangeDansMonHood, MontrĂ©al 6. SpĂ©cimen Burger, Paris 7. Eat at ROBs, Sydney 8. Mafia Bite, Johannesburg 9. Kiddo, Buenos Aires 10. Ground Burger, Lisbonne 11. Red Hook Tavern, New York 12. Clan BBQ, Rio de Janeiro 13. Sick! Burger, Hong Kong 14. GrindHouse 1%, SĂŁo Paulo Quel burger montrĂ©alais figure parmi les meilleurs au monde? MontrĂ©al ne manque pas d’excellents burgers, des smashburgers dĂ©cadents de Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine aux classiques de Greenspot, sans