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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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
The best U.S. destinations for a weekend trip in 2026

The best U.S. destinations for a weekend trip in 2026

We love a European vacation as much as the next person, but perhaps less so these days. Despite the innovations in air travel luring us abroad, there’s just too much to see and do right here in America. With plenty of accessible domestic tourism and stunning destinations for year-round travel, a weekend getaway in the U.S. is just the vacation we all need right now. Our picks bypass the obvious choices, say New York or L.A., in favor of smaller cities with booming art scenes, lesser-known towns with incredible restaurants and coastal spots with plenty of room to spread out on the sand. You’ll find fewer crowds and plenty of small-town charm at these unexpected destinations. Looking for someplace to go in 2026? These places should absolutely be on your travel radar this year. RECOMMENDED: The best cities to visit in the U.S.
St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal 2026: Date, Time & Location

St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal 2026: Date, Time & Location

When the Montreal St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes over the streets in a massive celebration of Irish pride, you know spring in Montreal is just around the corner. This year marks the city’s 201st parade, bringing members of the Irish community from across the island together for music, colourful floats, and one of Montreal’s most beloved annual traditions. It’s a great day to watch a parade with the family, or gather friends to drink in the city's best bars and grab some cheap eats.  What is the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal? This is one of the biggest days of the year for the Irish community of Montreal to celebrate in the downtown core with tons of music, dancing and general good (green) vibes. Put together by the United Irish Societies of Montreal, it’s complete with a grand marshal, chief officer and an elected queen (via a public speaking competition) and princesses. Native sons and daughters of Dublin and beyond also converge on the city to show their support for one of the foundational communities of the city. When is the St Patricks Day Parade in Montreal in 2026? The 201st Montreal St-Patrick's Parade will take place on Sunday, March 22, 2026, starting at 12 p.m. and could last for several hours. What is the location of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal 2026? The St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal starts at the corner of Du Fort and De Maisonneuve, proceeding eastward to Jeanne-Mance. If you want to make sure you see as much of the parade as possible
Guide pour le défilé de la St-Patrick 2026 à Montréal: Date, Route et Itinéraire

Guide pour le défilé de la St-Patrick 2026 à Montréal: Date, Route et Itinéraire

C’est de nouveau cette pĂ©riode de l’annĂ©e oĂč le dĂ©filĂ© de la Saint-Patrick Ă  MontrĂ©al envahit les rues pour un grand moment de fiertĂ© irlandaise. Cette annĂ©e marque la 201ᔉ Ă©dition, rĂ©unissant des membres de la communautĂ© irlandaise de toute l’üle pour jouer de la musique, montrer leurs talents de construction de chars et s’amuser. Que vous assistiez en famille ou entre amis, c’est l’occasion idĂ©ale de dĂ©couvrir les meilleurs pubs irlandais de MontrĂ©al, dĂ©guster de la vraie cuisine irlandaise et plonger dans l’ambiance festive. Sortez vos habits verts, portez un toast Ă  la culture irlandaise et profitez de l’une des traditions annuelles les plus colorĂ©es de la ville—tout cela avant le souper ! C’est quoi le dĂ©filĂ© de la Saint-Patrick 2026 Ă  MontrĂ©al? C'est l'un des plus grands jours de l'annĂ©e pour la communautĂ© irlandaise de MontrĂ©al, qui inonde le centre-ville de tonnes de musique, de danse et d'ambiance (verte) gĂ©nĂ©ralisĂ©e. OrganisĂ© par la United Irish Societies de MontrĂ©al, il est composĂ© d'un grand marĂ©chal, d'un officier en chef, d'une reine Ă©lue (par le biais d'un concours d'art oratoire) et de princesses.  Quand aura lieu le dĂ©filĂ© de la Saint-Patrick Ă  MontrĂ©al ? Le 201e dĂ©filĂ© de la Saint-Patrick Ă  MontrĂ©al aura lieu le dimanche 22 mars, 2026, de 12h00 Ă  15h00 environ, Quel est le trajet du dĂ©filĂ© de la Saint-Patrick Ă  MontrĂ©al ? Le dĂ©filĂ© commence Ă  l'angle du boulevard De Maisonneuve et de la rue Saint-Marc (prĂšs de la rue du Fort), se dĂ©place vers l'est sur De Ma
OĂč manger la meilleure poutine Ă  MontrĂ©al

OĂč manger la meilleure poutine Ă  MontrĂ©al

Alors que la ville adore se disputer pour savoir qui fait les meilleurs bagels et le meilleur smoked meat, la meilleure poutine de MontrĂ©al est le plat le plus disputĂ©. Chacun a son endroit prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©, mĂȘme s'il sait que les novices devraient manger dans des endroits comme La Banquise, et chaque restaurant apporte des modifications subtiles Ă  ce qui en fait une bonne poutine : Des frites croustillantes Ă  l'extĂ©rieur mais moelleuses Ă  l'intĂ©rieur, une sauce brune savoureuse et un fromage en grains qui grince contre vos dents. C'est le plat le plus populaire de la ville, que l'on trouve aussi bien dans les restaurants gastronomiques que dans les casse-croĂ»tes. C'est aussi l'un des meilleurs plats bon marchĂ©, annĂ©e aprĂšs annĂ©e, et c'est toujours le remĂšde parfait aprĂšs une soirĂ©e dans les meilleurs bars de la ville. RECOMMANDÉ: Guide complet des meilleurs restaurants Ă  MontrĂ©alLes meilleurs bagels Ă  MontrĂ©al, classĂ©s
The 50 best restaurants in Montreal right now

The 50 best restaurants in Montreal right now

UPDATE, March 2026: Welcome to Time Out's handpicked selection of the best restaurants in Montreal, home to the new Michelin-starred restaurants. This list is intended to put your finger on Montreal's pulse—it's all about what's best at the moment, whether it's the hottest new restaurant, a weekend brunch, something iconic, or a stellar cheap eats; these are the places you'll want to eat at again and again and again. RECOMMENDED:Most romantic restaurants in Montreal right nowMichelin star-calibre restaurants in Montreal
50 meilleurs restaurants de Montréal

50 meilleurs restaurants de Montréal

MISE À JOUR, mars 2026 : Quels sont les meilleurs restaurants de MontrĂ©al en ce moment ? Avec l’arrivĂ©e du Guide Michelin pour la premiĂšre fois dans la ville, la gastronomie montrĂ©alaise n’a jamais Ă©tĂ© aussi effervescente. Bienvenue dans la sĂ©lection soigneusement Ă©laborĂ©e par Time Out des meilleurs restaurants de MontrĂ©al, offrant actuellement les plats les plus dĂ©licieux de la ville, servis avec une expertise inĂ©galĂ©e. Voici notre liste des adresses Ă  essayer absolument : restaurants Ă©toilĂ©s, nouvelles tables branchĂ©es et spots qui font parler d’eux. RECOMMANDÉ :Les restaurants les plus romantiques de MontrĂ©al du momentLes meilleurs nouveaux restaurants de MontrĂ©al
The 51 most beautiful places in the world

The 51 most beautiful places in the world

A red sandstone amphitheatre. An ancient woodland on the English coast. A teeny tiny island with a black sand beach. Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes – luckily, the world isn’t held to the same rigid beauty standards as humans are – and we’ve curated this list to celebrate that.  It goes without saying that Time Out’s ranking of the world’s most beautiful places is entirely subjective and by no means exhaustive, but what we can guarantee is real-life experience. Every single beach, lake, city and valley on this list has been visited and vetted by our globetrotting network of travel writers. In short, they’re all well worth making the journey to see for yourself (no social media fakery here).We update this list regularly, ensuring we’re including the big-hitters while considering the impact of overtourism and spotlighting lesser-known beauty spots. So here it is: Time Out’s guide to the most beautiful places on planet Earth. Happy travels!Updated March 2026: There are seven new additions to the list this year, including a terracotta-coloured Old Town in Italy, an opulent Renaissance-style library in New York and a compact mountain range in northern Spain.Grace Beard is Time Out’s travel editor, based in London. 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. RECOMMENDED:⛰ The most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage SitesđŸ—ș The most underrated travel destinations i
The 39 coolest neighbourhoods in the world in 2025

The 39 coolest neighbourhoods in the world in 2025

For the past eight years, we’ve made it our mission to scope out the coolest pockets of the world’s greatest cities in order to create our definitive annual ranking. The places where stuff like nightlife, art, culture, and affordable food and drink can be found on every corner and down every backstreet. Where diversity is championed and independent businesses thrive, from old-school boltholes to the newest avant-garde art space. Put simply, the world’s coolest neighbourhoods are places that represent the soul of our cities, while maintaining their own unique local character that draws people in to live, work and play. So, what are the neighbourhoods that fit the bill this year? To find out, we asked our network of writers and editors across a breadth of cities to nominate the vibiest district in their hometown right now. We then ranked every neighbourhood against criteria including culture, community, liveability, nightlife, food and drink, street life and that hard-to-define sense of ‘nowness’.  On our list this year, you’ll find everything from homely, village-like enclaves with tight-knit communities to revitalised city-centre hubs and formerly dormant, industrial areas transformed into creative districts. Many are underrated spots that sit in the shadow of their commercialised counterparts; others have become unexpected culinary hotspots or magnets for the city’s artists, writers and activists. What they all have in common is a DIY spirit – and an unshakeable proclivity f
Les meilleures activités gratuites à faire à Montréal

Les meilleures activités gratuites à faire à Montréal

Envie d’aventure et de moments inoubliables sans vider ton portefeuille ? Une foule d’aventures gratuites vous attendent aux quatre coins de la ville ! MontrĂ©al a tellement de choses incroyables Ă  faire. Trouvez des activitĂ©s qui correspondent Ă  vos centres d'intĂ©rĂȘt sans rien dĂ©penser. Nous vous suggĂ©rons de sortir votre calendrier et de laisser le plaisir commencer... N'oubliez pas de visiter les meilleurs musĂ©es de MontrĂ©al Ă  visiter gratuitement ! RECOMMANDÉ :Les meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  Montreal maintenantLes meilleures choses Ă  faire avec des enfants Ă  MontrĂ©al
Best free things to do in Montreal

Best free things to do in Montreal

Montreal has so many epic things to do no matter what time of year. From the city's best outdoor activites to discovering one of the city's many festivals, get out your calendar and let the fun begin. Don't forget to check out all the (free family-friendly!) things happening at they city's best museums. RECOMMENDED:Full guide to the best things to do in MontrealBest things to do with kids in Montreal 
50 meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  Montreal maintenant

50 meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  Montreal maintenant

MISE À JOUR mars 2026 : D’une promenade dans les quartiers les plus cool du monde à la recherche des meilleurs restaurants, cette liste couvre tout ce qu’il y a de plus excitant Ă  faire en ville. Que vous cherchiez les patinoires extĂ©rieures (ou oĂč dĂ©nicher les bars les plus inclusifs et animĂ©s), la mĂ©tropole regorge d’activitĂ©s incroyables et souvent gratuites, surtout Ă  l'hiver. DĂ©couvrez les meilleurs endroits oĂč sĂ©journer, oĂč manger tard le soir, ou encore les activitĂ©s les plus adaptĂ©es aux familles. Comment nous choisissons les meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  MontrĂ©al ? Les Ă©diteurs de Time Out parcourent MontrĂ©al d’un bout Ă  l’autre pour dĂ©nicher les activitĂ©s les plus cool, les endroits les plus dĂ©licieux oĂč manger et les Ă©vĂ©nements les plus impressionnants Ă  voir. Ensuite, nous sĂ©lectionnons uniquement les expĂ©riences incontournables pour Ă©tablir cette liste chaque mois. Ce tour d'horizon incontournable des incontournables de MontrĂ©al est votre liste de choses Ă  faire, que vous soyez touriste ou local : des meilleurs restaurants aux musĂ©es les plus Ă©blouissants - il rassemble les activitĂ©s les plus remarquables dans l'une des meilleures villes du monde. Les incontournables de MontrĂ©al : Visiter le Vieux-MontrĂ©al historique Explorer la Basilique Notre-Dame Profiter de la nature au parc du Mont-Royal DĂ©couvrir la culture vibrante de la ville au marchĂ© Jean-Talon Visiter les meilleurs musĂ©es, comme le MusĂ©e des beaux-arts de MontrĂ©al Explorer le BiodĂŽme, le Jardin botani

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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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Canada classĂ© numĂ©ro 1 des meilleurs sentiers de randonnĂ©e au monde, devant la Suisse et l’Italie

Canada classĂ© numĂ©ro 1 des meilleurs sentiers de randonnĂ©e au monde, devant la Suisse et l’Italie

C’est officiel : le Canada a Ă©tĂ© dĂ©signĂ© pays offrant les sentiers de randonnĂ©e les plus spectaculaires, sans grande surprise pour les Canadiens. A lire : L’un des parcs nationaux les moins frĂ©quentĂ©s du Canada pourrait bien ĂȘtre aussi le plus spectaculaire Reconnu pour ses vastes Ă©tendues sauvages, ses parcs nationaux et ses espaces verts, une nouvelle Ă©tude rĂ©vĂšle que le Canada possĂšde les meilleurs sentiers de randonnĂ©e sur la planĂšte. Photograph: Shutterstock / EB Adventure Photography Quels sont les pays offrant les randonnĂ©es les plus spectaculaires ? Selon une rĂ©cente Ă©tude de TouchNote, le Canada arrive en premiĂšre position, suivi des pays suivants : 1. Canada 2. Suisse 3. Italie 4. États-Unis 5. NorvĂšge 6. France 7. Nouvelle-ZĂ©lande 8. Écosse 9. Pays de Galles Avec une note parfaite de 10/10 pour la beautĂ©, l’étude indique que les randonneurs attribuent aux sentiers canadiens une moyenne de 4,73/5, chaque parcours recueillant des milliers d’avis (4 416 en moyenne). Les sentiers canadiens figurent parmi les plus courts du top 10, avec une longueur moyenne de moins de 6 000 mĂštres, et une difficultĂ© modĂ©rĂ©e (3,8/5), offrant des randonnĂ©es accessibles tout en restant spectaculaires. Le rapport souligne Ă©galement qu’au cours des 12 derniers mois, les recherches pour « meilleurs endroits Ă  visiter au Canada » ont augmentĂ© de plus de 5 000 %, confirmant l’attrait croissant du pays comme destination de voyage toute l’annĂ©e. En plus : trois hĂŽtels canadiens classĂ©s parmi l
The largest streetfood festival in the province is coming back to Montreal—with a free fireworks show

The largest streetfood festival in the province is coming back to Montreal—with a free fireworks show

Four nights? 50 kiosks from more than 25 different countries? Over 150 mouthwatering dishes? ​​Founded in 2019, Festival Streetfood de MontrĂ©al has grown from a neighbourhood party to the largest street food festivals in Quebec, taking over the Old Port waterfront each year. Check out: 16 must-attend events in MontrĂ©al this spring 2026 The festival’s 2026 edition is setting a new record with the most countries represented—and more than 150 epic dishes to discover. Photograph: Festival Streetfood de MontrĂ©al Bonus: the festival’s opening night coincides with the Loto-QuĂ©bec Fireworks, so the fireworks will be fully visible—and free! Time Out Tip: with most dishes priced under $10, Festival Streetfood MontrĂ©al is one of Montreal’s most cheap and delicious events of the summer. Photograph: Valeria Cori-Manocchio When is Festival Streetfood MontrĂ©al? Festival Streetfood de MontrĂ©al is back for its 6th edition from July 16 to 19, 2026. Read: The best festivals and events in Montreal for 2026 Photograph: Festival Streetfood MontrĂ©al Where is Festival Streetfood MontrĂ©al? Festival Streetfood MontrĂ©al is held at the Clock Tower Pier in the Old Port. Photograph: Festival Streetfood MontrĂ©al What else is happening at Festival Streetfood MontrĂ©al? In addition to more than 150 dishes from Filipino street food to Brazilian treats, DJ sets will take place every night, featuring Latin, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, and East Asian sounds, creating a different atmosphere each evening.  G
ALERTE : ce restaurant canadien dĂ©croche un prix majeur des North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026

ALERTE : ce restaurant canadien dĂ©croche un prix majeur des North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026

North America’s 50 Best Restaurants, commanditĂ© par S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, a dĂ©signĂ© un Ă©tablissement comme laurĂ©at du Art of Hospitality Award 2026 — une distinction qui cĂ©lĂšbre l’excellence du service et l’expĂ©rience globale en salle. Ce prix met en lumiĂšre le travail souvent invisible des Ă©quipes en salle, oĂč chaleur, prĂ©cision et attention sincĂšre transforment un repas en moment mĂ©morable. Il s’agit du deuxiĂšme prix dĂ©voilĂ© avant la cĂ©rĂ©monie de cette annĂ©e, qui se tiendra Ă  La Nouvelle-OrlĂ©ans en collaboration avec New Orleans & Company. *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:4f12e3ac-2995-4403-90ed-aa382fb2f601-107" data-testid="conversation-turn-216" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> À lire : Mark Carney aperçu dans cette adresse italienne prisĂ©e de MontrĂ©al Photograph: Jim Norton Quel est le meilleur restaurant du Canada ? À la tĂȘte de Restaurant Pearl Morissette, les chefs-propriĂ©taires Daniel Hadida et Eric Robertson ont façonnĂ© une destination dĂ©finie autant par sa philosophie que par sa cuisine. DĂ©couvrez : le guide essentiel des 50 meilleurs restaurants Ă  MontrĂ©al Photograph: Alex Creglia SituĂ© Ă  Lincoln, en Ontario, au cƓur de la rĂ©gion viticole du Niagara, le restaurant surplombe le domaine viticole et offre une vue imprenable sur sa ferme rĂ©gĂ©nĂ©ratrice, ses vergers et ses jardins—un paysage qui influence directement
One Canadian spot made the world's best restaurants 2026 list—and it's coming to Time Out Market Vancouver

One Canadian spot made the world's best restaurants 2026 list—and it's coming to Time Out Market Vancouver

A list of the planet’s very best international restaurants has dropped and one Canadian restaurant made the cut. Featured on this year’s Food & Wine Global Tastemakers list of Best International Restaurants, 10 standout destinations were chosen not just for technical excellence, but for their distinct perspectives.  To identify the world’s top food and drink experiences for travellers, Food & Wine surveyed more than 400 chefs, travel experts, writers, and wine professionals from around the globe. The results were then reviewed by the Global Advisory Board, which ranked the leading nominees in each category. What is the best restaurant in the world? According to the 2026 Food & Wine Global Tastemakers Awards, Ikoyi in London is ranked as the best restaurant in the world, renowned for its spice-based tasting menus.  Where are the 10 best restaurants in the world? The top 10 global restaurants according to Food & Wine’s 2026 rankings are: 1. Ikoyi (London, UK) - Focuses on spice-based cuisine 2. Maido (Lima, Peru) - Renowned for Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian) cuisine 3. CieL Dining (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam) - High-end dining in Vietnam 4. Arami (La Paz, Bolivia) - Innovative dining in Bolivia 5. Potong (Bangkok, Thailand) - Progressive Thai-Chinese cuisine 6. Naar (Himachal Pradesh, India) - Mountain-foraged, hyper-local ingredients 7. Botánico (Mexico City, Mexico) - Highlighted for its culinary approach 8. Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina (Rome, Italy) - Classic Italian with high-e
Jerry Seinfeld headlining Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival 2026

Jerry Seinfeld headlining Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival 2026

Some of the biggest names in entertainment are set to headline the 44th edition of Just For Laughs MontrĂ©al—the world’s largest comedy festival. Taking place across multiple venues throughout the city, Just For Laughs has long reshaped the global comedy landscape, helping launch the careers of hundreds of today’s biggest stars from Jimmy Fallon to Amy Schumer. Read: 16 must-attend events in MontrĂ©al this spring 2026 Photograph: Just For Laughs Just For Laughs 2026 will feature world-renown stand-up, podcast tapings, live music-style comedy events, and returning signature showcases. Additional programming—including ComedyPRO, free outdoor shows, and award announcements—will be revealed in the weeks leading up to the event. When is the Just For Laughs MontrĂ©al Festival? Just For Laughs has announced the first wave of programming for its 2026 Festival in MontrĂ©al, running July 15–26, featuring major comedy headliners, returning shows and Gala hosts. Tickets can be purchased and the complete Just For Laughs MontrĂ©al schedule found at HAHAHA.com Comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld returns to Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier at Place des Arts, while “Weird Al” Yankovic will deliver a free outdoor performance at Place des Festivals as part of his “Bigger & Weirder” tour. Photograph: robyn von swank What else is happening in Downtown Montreal during  the Just For Laughs MontrĂ©al Festival? Located in the Montreal Eaton Centre, Time Out Market MontrĂ©al is 40,000 square feet of great food and fun u
Jerry Seinfeld sera la tĂȘte d’affiche du Festival Juste pour rire de MontrĂ©al 2026

Jerry Seinfeld sera la tĂȘte d’affiche du Festival Juste pour rire de MontrĂ©al 2026

Parmi les plus grands noms du divertissement, plusieurs artistes majeurs seront Ă  l’affiche de la 44e Ă©dition de Juste pour rire MontrĂ©al — le plus grand festival d’humour au monde. RĂ©parti dans plusieurs salles Ă  travers la ville, Juste pour rire a profondĂ©ment transformĂ© le paysage mondial de la comĂ©die, contribuant au lancement de la carriĂšre de centaines de vedettes d’aujourd’hui, dont Jimmy Fallon et Amy Schumer. Lire : Guide des festivals 2026 Ă  MontrĂ©al Photograph: Just For Laughs L’édition 2026 proposera des spectacles de stand-up de renommĂ©e mondiale, des enregistrements de balados, des Ă©vĂ©nements hybrides entre musique et humour, ainsi que des sĂ©ries phares de retour. D’autres annonces, incluant ComedyPRO, des spectacles extĂ©rieurs gratuits et des remises de prix, seront dĂ©voilĂ©es dans les semaines prĂ©cĂ©dant le festival. Quand a lieu le Festival Juste pour rire de MontrĂ©al? Le festival se dĂ©roulera du 15 au 26 juillet 2026 Ă  MontrĂ©al. Les billets et la programmation complĂšte sont disponibles sur HAHAHA.com Jerry Seinfeld sera en spectacle au Théùtre Wilfrid-Pelletier de la Place des Arts, tandis que “Weird Al” Yankovic prĂ©sentera un spectacle extĂ©rieur gratuit Ă  la Place des Festivals dans le cadre de sa tournĂ©e Bigger & Weirder. Photograph: robyn von swank Que faire au centre-ville de MontrĂ©al pendant Juste pour rire? SituĂ© dans le Centre Eaton de MontrĂ©al, Time Out Market MontrĂ©al propose 40 000 pieds carrĂ©s de restauration et d’activitĂ©s au cƓur du centre-vil
C’est officiel : La Capital Tacos et Dobe & Andy arrivent au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al

C’est officiel : La Capital Tacos et Dobe & Andy arrivent au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al

D’un cĂŽtĂ©, La Capital Tacos, pilier de la scĂšne mexicaine montrĂ©alaise et rĂ©fĂ©rence du boulevard Saint-Laurent. De l’autre, Dobe & Andy, institution du Quartier chinois et destination culte pour les amateurs de barbecue cantonais. Deux adresses au parcours bien diffĂ©rent, mais portĂ©es par la mĂȘme obsession : faire les choses avec prĂ©cision, gĂ©nĂ©rositĂ© et caractĂšre. A lire : Les meilleurs restaurants du centre-ville de MontrĂ©al Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©al SituĂ© au premier Ă©tage du Centre Eaton de MontrĂ©al, en plein cƓur du centre-ville, le Time Out Market MontrĂ©al rĂ©unit sous un mĂȘme toit une sĂ©lection soigneusement choisie d’adresses qui façonnent la scĂšne culinaire locale. Sur 40 000 pieds carrĂ©s, le MarchĂ© rassemble 15 comptoirs, 7 bars, des Ă©vĂ©nements, de la musique live et une programmation culturelle qui en font un vĂ©ritable lieu de rencontre, de dĂ©couvertes et de partage. A lire : le MarchĂ© est l’endroit du premier bar Ă  mocktails de MontrĂ©al avec une carte exclusive sans alcool Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©al La Capital Tacos Depuis 11 ans, La Capital Tacos fait partie des adresses qui ont contribuĂ© Ă  donner Ă  la cuisine mexicaine une place durable dans le paysage gastronomique montrĂ©alais. À la tĂȘte du projet, Geoffrey Emiliano Moreau puise dans une enfance passĂ©e entre Monterrey et Tijuana, dans les souvenirs d’une grand-mĂšre restauratrice et dans une connaissance intime des gestes qui donnent Ă  cette cuisine toute sa profondeur. Photograph: Time O
It's official: La Capital Tacos and Dobe & Andy are coming to Time Out Market Montréal

It's official: La Capital Tacos and Dobe & Andy are coming to Time Out Market Montréal

You’ve never had tacos—or Cantonese barbecue—quite like this before. Time Out Market MontrĂ©al, home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under one roof, is welcoming two new culinary additions: Dobe & Andy and La Capital Tacos. Check out: 50 best restaurants in Montreal Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©al On one side, La Capital Tacos—a pillar of MontrĂ©al’s Mexican food scene and a benchmark on Saint-Laurent Boulevard—and on the other, Dobe & Andy—a Chinatown institution and cult favourite for Cantonese BBQ lovers. Two eateries driven by the same obsession: doing things with precision and generosity. Located in the heart of Downtown inside the MontrĂ©al Eaton Centre, Time Out Market MontrĂ©al is spread across 40,000 square feet—a cultural and culinary destination with 15 eateries, 7 bars, and cultural spaces for events, art installations, music, and more. Discover: The Market is home to Montreal’s first dedicated mocktail bar and exclusive zero-proof menu Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©al La Capital Tacos A pioneer of MontrĂ©al’s Mexican food scene, La Capital Tacos (celebrating 11 years at their Saint-Laurent Boulevard address) reflects Geoffrey Emiliano Moreau’s roots between Monterrey and Tijuana, with serious heart in every bite. “When I was eight, my family moved to Monterrey, Nuevo LeĂłn, in northern Mexico. Monterrey shaped a lot of who I am, especially around food. My Mexican grandmother owned a restaurant called Super Cocina—it was a big part o
REM’s West Island expansion launches four new stations May 2026

REM’s West Island expansion launches four new stations May 2026

The REM’s Anse-Ă -l’Orme branch will officially launch service in May, marking a major step forward for mobility in Montreal’s West Island. With this expansion, the REM becomes the first high-frequency, fully integrated public transit network to serve the area.  Read more: MontrĂ©al-Trudeau REM station 85% complete and set to serve millions of passengers The new 14-kilometre extension adds four stations across Pointe-Claire, Kirkland, and Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue: Des Sources, Fairview–Pointe-Claire, Kirkland, and Anse-Ă -l’Orme. With this extension, the REM expands its reach to nearly ten additional municipalities and boroughs, while STM bus routes have been reconfigured to improve connections with the network. Photograph: REM What is the scheduled opening date for the REM Anse-Ă -l’Orme branch? The REM Anse-Ă -l’Orme branch in Montreal's West Island is scheduled to officially launch on May 18, 2026.  With the arrival of the REM in the West Island, local residents now benefit from a fast, reliable connection to downtown; frequent, fully automated service; seamless integration with three metro lines, bus networks, and additional commuter rail lines. The final branch of the REM connecting to the airport (YUL) is expected to open in 2027. Check out: Three Montreal metro station entrances are closing for safety reasons Photograph: Shutterstock / Marc Bruxelle How to get from the REM to the Montreal Eaton Centre? Check out how to get from the REM to the Montreal Eaton Centre here:
Three Canadian hotels ranked among Travel + Leisure’s 100 Best List 2026

Three Canadian hotels ranked among Travel + Leisure’s 100 Best List 2026

A 118-year-old manor featured in The Crown? A standalone lakefront spot only accessible by boat? Or a boutique hotel with 24/7 text concierge and in-room record players? Travel + Leisure magazine’s 100 Best New Hotels of the Year list has been revealed and three Canadian spots made the cut. Editors and reporters at Travel + Leisure reviewed nearly 250 properties across 40 countries, with the caveat that each hotel either opened or underwent a major renovation between February 2025 and February 2026. Read: One of Canada’s least-visited national parks might be its most beautiful The result: a curated list of the 100 standout stays—from iconic beach resorts and refined country estates to design-forward city hotels around the world. What is Canada's best hotel? Three Canadian hotels were ranked among the 100 best in 2026: 1. Huttopia Les Deux Lacs - Laurentides, Quebec, Canada French ecotourism brand Huttopia has opened a new glamping retreat set across a 4,373-acre park just 90 minutes from Montreal. Framed by two pristine lakes, the 87-key property operates through QuĂ©bec’s peak summer and winter seasons. At its most striking in early fall, when the landscape turns vivid shades of red and gold, the site is best experienced from its pared-back yet comfortable accommodations—canvas tents and wooden chalets equipped with heating, full bathrooms, fire pits, and gas stoves. For a deeper immersion, a canoe-access-only camping option offers two secluded lakeside tents. The main lodge
Le rĂ©seau d’autobus de MontrĂ©al en pleine transformation — vos trajets pourraient changer

Le rĂ©seau d’autobus de MontrĂ©al en pleine transformation — vos trajets pourraient changer

La SociĂ©tĂ© de transport de MontrĂ©al (STM) entreprend une refonte d’envergure de son rĂ©seau d’autobus — la plus importante de son histoire. Dans l’objectif de simplifier les dĂ©placements, le rĂ©seau des secteurs Centre-Nord et de l’Ouest-de-l’Île a Ă©tĂ© repensĂ© afin de mieux connecter les autobus, le mĂ©tro, les trains, les taxibus et le REM. Cette rĂ©organisation, qui touche prĂšs de 80 lignes, s’inscrit dans la mise en service d’une nouvelle branche du RĂ©seau express mĂ©tropolitain (REM). A lire : La station REM de MontrĂ©al-Trudeau, presque terminĂ©e Ă  85 % Photograph: REM Parmi les principales amĂ©liorations : une meilleure connectivitĂ© avec le REM, un renforcement du service sur 15 lignes (incluant des horaires prolongĂ©s en soirĂ©e et la fin de semaine), l’ajout de huit nouvelles lignes et une simplification du service sur 24 parcours afin d’offrir des trajets plus directs. Cette refonte constitue la plus vaste de l’histoire de la STM et reflĂšte une volontĂ© plus large de moderniser le transport collectif tout en l’arrimant aux grands projets d’infrastructure comme le REM. Quand la refonte entre-t-elle en vigueur ? À partir du 18 mai 2026, le rĂ©seau d’autobus de la STM sera modifiĂ© avec l’arrivĂ©e du REM. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-69d7b0bf-cff8-832c-8f9e-2c495b1fadae-3
Montreal bus network getting a redesign—and your route may be changing

Montreal bus network getting a redesign—and your route may be changing

The SociĂ©tĂ© de transport de MontrĂ©al (STM) is undertaking a sweeping overhaul of its bus network—the largest redesign in the organization’s history. With the goal to make trips easier, the bus network in the Centre-Nord and the West Island has been reworked to better connect buses, the mĂ©tro, trains, taxibuses and the REM.  Reshaping nearly 80 routes across six boroughs and nine municipalities on the Island of Montreal, the redesign is timed with the arrival of a new branch of the RĂ©seau express mĂ©tropolitain (REM). Read: REM’s West Island expansion launches four new stations May 2026 Photograph: Shutterstock / Derek Robbins The plan aims to elevate the customer experience by aligning bus service with both current and future mobility needs.  Among the most notable improvements: increased connectivity with the REM, enhanced service on 15 routes (including expanded evening and weekend coverage), the addition of eight new routes, and streamlined service across 24 lines to offer more direct connections. It represents the largest network redesign in the organization’s history, reflecting a broader commitment to modernizing public transit and ensuring it works in tandem with major infrastructure projects like the REM. Photograph: Shutterstock / Andrei Antipov When is the Montreal bus network redesign launching? Starting May 18, 2026, the STM bus network is changing with the arrival of the REM. Check out: MontrĂ©al-Trudeau REM station 85% complete Photograph: REM What will my n