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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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
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
50 best things to do in Montreal for locals and tourists

50 best things to do in Montreal for locals and tourists

Last updated March 2026: From a stroll through the world's coolest neighbourhoods to a new skating rink opening up in the heart of the city (hint: it's not where you think), 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 winter. 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, Botanic
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
The 50 best cities in the world in 2025

The 50 best cities in the world in 2025

This list is from 2025. Our latest ranking for 2026 is live here. People who don’t live in cities will tell you they’re busy, lonely and expensive places. But there’s a reason so many people choose to live in them: with world-class art and culture, unbeatable food and nightlife, buzzing neighbourhoods and a dizzying amount of stuff to do and see, there’s simply no better place to be.  Every year, we take the pulse of city living by quizzing thousands of locals across the planet about life in their hometowns. This year, more than 18,500 city-dwellers shared their insights on everything from food, nightlife and culture to affordability, happiness and the overall city vibe. When urban living can sometimes feel isolating and costly, this year we wanted to get a sense of what, exactly, makes a city feel like home. Sure, the nightlife is great, but is the city safe and walkable? Is good quality food and art available at a reasonable price? Is it easy to make friends, find love, and access nature?  Livability was a key factor in our ranking this year. But a great city to live in is, naturally, a great city to visit. So, along with the thousands of responses from locals around the world, we asked Time Out’s global network of city experts to vote on the places they think are particularly exciting right now. After crunching all that data, here we are: Time Out’s definitive ranking of the world’s best cities in 2025. Read on to see how your hometown fared
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The 100 greatest cinemas in the world right now

The 100 greatest cinemas in the world right now

There’s never been a better – or more important – time to celebrate cinemas. They’re the places we go to dream, focal points of our communities, and an all-round great escape. Yet movie theatres are faced with challenges that even lovelty popcorn holders can’t help with. But they’ve survived the advent of TV, Hollywood strikes, a couple of pandemics, and so far, they’re holding firm against streaming and surging costs – and there’s reasons for optimism, too: younger, Letterboxd-savvy audiences are embracing the big-screen experience like never before, and filmmakers like Ryan Coogler, Christopher Nolan and ChloĂ© Zhao are championing it at every opportunity. Just try booking an IMAX ticket for The Odyssey. With that in mind, Time Out’s local experts have collaborated on a celebration of the best cinemas from across the globe. From cult Tokyo cinemas and grand Parisian film temples to beloved Sydney picturehouses and LA film dream palaces, from a Berlin kino with its own nuclear bunker to a Canadian cinema with only 12 seats, we’ve pointed the spotlight on a hundred magnificent movie palaces that all movie lovers should know about – and visit.  NB We’ve gone almost entirely with single-use cinemas rather than venues that double up as theatres or gig venues.  Greatest cinemas at a glance: 🍿 The greatest cinema in the world: TCL Chinese Theatre, LA 🌔 The world’s best outdoor cinema: Cine Paris, Athens đŸ“œïž The coolest cult cinema in the world: The New Beverly, LA Jump to list
The 50 best restaurants in Montreal right now

The 50 best restaurants in Montreal right now

UPDATE, February 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, fĂ©vrier 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 33 most underrated travel destinations in the world

The 33 most underrated travel destinations in the world

‘Overtourism’. It’s more than a buzzword – in the world’s most popular destinations, it’s a problem that affects almost every aspect of local life, from the environment to the cost of renting, transport and eating out. And when a place is overwhelmed by people, it’s not only locals’ quality of life that suffers; the quality of your trip does, too. But it’s not all bad. Destinations are coming up with ways to redistribute tourism from densely crowded hotspots to lesser-visited regions. Travellers are seeking cooler climes and embracing slow travel, allowing space to discover somewhere new. And they’re still riding the ‘destination dupes’ trend, where overrun holiday destinations are swapped out for less crowded, less expensive, but just-as-good alternatives. On our newly updated list of the world’s most underrated travel destinations, you won’t find your Bangkoks or your Balis, your Amalfis or your Amsterdams. What you will find is the hidden side of Yosemite, the French Riviera’s overlooked twin, a place where penguins outnumber people, and plenty more travel inspo where that came from.Why trust us? Because we’ve been to them all. Every spot on this list was picked by one of our expert editors and globetrotting travel writers, recommended because they offer great (or quiet) alternatives to the classics – and in many cases, because they’re places that actually want tourism. In other words, travelling to any of these 33 criminally overlooked destinations is a win-win situation.

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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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Habs Fan TV is bringing the best hockey watch parties to Downtown Montreal

Habs Fan TV is bringing the best hockey watch parties to Downtown Montreal

Live from Time Out Market MontrĂ©al! Habs Fan TV (HFTV), the famous, unofficial voice of Canadiens fandom, is hosting the ultimate watch parties in Downtown Montreal. Level up your game night as host Alex Rougas calls the action in real time, keeps the energy high between intermissions, and hooks fans up with exciting giveaways throughout the night. Best part? Time Out Market MontrĂ©al is home to some of the best chefs and restaurants under one roof, plus 7 bars (including one devoted entirely to creating next-level mocktails). Read more: Why the Market is one of the best pre-game spot around Montreal’s Bell Centre Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©al When are the HFTV watch parties at Time Out Market MontrĂ©al? Head to the Market on the following dates to watch the game together, and stay for the post-game show: Photograph: Habs Fan TV Learn more about HGTV by checking out their Instagram account here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by HFTV (@hftvsports) For more information about Time Out Market MontrĂ©al, click here. RECOMMENDED:Your guide to the food and drink at Time Out Market MontrĂ©alEvents happening at Time Out Market MontrĂ©alBest things to do in Montreal       
Montreal Weather Alert: Heavy Snowfall to Hit Friday With Poor Visibility

Montreal Weather Alert: Heavy Snowfall to Hit Friday With Poor Visibility

Winter clearly didn’t get the memo about the spring equinox.  Whether you’re heading to the St. Patrick’s Day parade this weekend, or enjoying the outdoor street party Cabane Panache—Montreal’s massive four day sugar shack festival—make sure you bundle up because the first day of spring is being ignored.  Read: Best Montreal Pubs to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend A special weather statement issued by Environment Canada cautions that reduced visibilities caused by snowfall rates of up to 2 cm / hr will occur between this morning and 5 pm. Montreal, Laurentians, MontĂ©rĂ©gie, Eastern Townships and Laurentians will be affected with heavy snow spreading from west to east.  Check out: Where to find the best skiing in and around Montreal Photograph: Shutterstock / Oleksii Synelnykov What is the weather forecast for Montreal’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend? On Friday, between late morning and early evening, snowfall could reach up to 10 cm in MontĂ©rĂ©gie and the Eastern Townships, and around 5 cm in Outaouais and the Greater Montreal area. Saturday’s forecast calls for clearing skies in the morning, with winds up to 15 km/h. The high will reach plus 4°C, though it will feel like minus 9°C in the morning with the wind chill. The UV index is 4, or moderate. Snow is expected later, with a low of minus 2°C. On Sunday, expect flurries throughout the day, with a high of plus 2°C. Snow will continue into the evening, with a low of minus 4°C. RECOMMENDED:Full guide to the best things to do
Météo Montréal : fortes chutes de neige vendredi avec visibilité limitée

Météo Montréal : fortes chutes de neige vendredi avec visibilité limitée

L’hiver n’a clairement pas reçu le mĂ©mo concernant l’équinoxe du printemps. Que vous vous dirigiez vers le dĂ©filĂ© de la Saint-Patrick ce week-end ou que vous profitiez de la fĂȘte en plein air Cabane Panache — le gigantesque festival cabane Ă  sucre de MontrĂ©al qui dure quatre jours — assurez-vous de bien vous couvrir, car le premier jour du printemps est complĂštement ignorĂ©. À ne pas manquer : Les pubs incontournables de MontrĂ©al pour la Saint-Patrick Un avis spĂ©cial Ă©mis par Environnement Canada prĂ©vient que des taux de chute de neige pouvant atteindre 2 cm/heure rĂ©duiront la visibilitĂ© entre ce matin et 17 h. MontrĂ©al, les Laurentides, la MontĂ©rĂ©gie, les Cantons de l’Est et l’Outaouais seront touchĂ©s, la neige se rĂ©pandant d’ouest en est. A lire : OĂč faire du ski prĂšs de MontrĂ©al   Photograph: Shutterstock / Oleksii Synelnykov PrĂ©visions pour la FĂȘte de la Saint-Patrick Vendredi, entre la fin de la matinĂ©e et le dĂ©but de la soirĂ©e, les accumulations pourraient atteindre jusqu’à 10 cm en MontĂ©rĂ©gie et dans les Cantons de l’Est, et autour de 5 cm en Outaouais et dans la grande rĂ©gion de MontrĂ©al. Samedi, le ciel devrait se dĂ©gager en matinĂ©e, avec des vents atteignant 15 km/h. La tempĂ©rature maximale sera de +4 °C, mais le ressenti sera de -9 °C le matin Ă  cause du refroidissement Ă©olien. L’indice UV est de 4, soit modĂ©rĂ©. La neige est prĂ©vue plus tard, avec un minimum de -2 °C. Dimanche, attendez-vous Ă  des flocons tout au long de la journĂ©e, avec un maximum de +2 °C. La ne
Cabane Panache 2026 Montréal : guide complet du festival, dates, programmation et activités familiales

Cabane Panache 2026 Montréal : guide complet du festival, dates, programmation et activités familiales

PrĂ©parez vos bottes de pluie et sortez vos chemises Ă  carreaux! Musique, bouffe et ambiance festive — Cabane Panache revient pour sa 14e Ă©dition en collaboration avec Benelux et Coureur des Bois, offrant l’expĂ©rience ultime de cabane Ă  sucre. Photograph: Caroline Perron RĂ©chauffez-vous prĂšs de la ScĂšne de la ForĂȘt, regardez les bĂ»cherons et acĂ©riculteurs en action, ou laissez les enfants explorer les structures de jeu. Faites une pause dans l’Espace Famille Desjardins avec tables de pique-nique, casse-tĂȘtes et jeux, ou allez vous rĂ©galer Ă  la Salle des Festins. Photograph: Caroline Perron Les enfants peuvent participer Ă  la Course de skis gĂ©ants, essayer le hockey bottine, ou devenir de petits bĂ»cherons grĂące au maquillage barbe et moustache de Jean Coutu. DĂ©couvrez les artisanats traditionnels, la fabrication de chandelles, le suivi de la faune, la contĂ©e et la musique live qui feront taper des mains, taper des pieds et chanter tout le monde. Et n’oubliez pas de prendre des souvenirs Ă  thĂšme Ă©rable au Photobooth cachĂ© et au kiosque de Postes Canada. Photograph: Caroline Perron Quand aura lieu Cabane Panache 2026 ? Rendez-vous sur la rue Wellington Ă  Verdun (Ă©lue la rue la plus cool du monde) du 19 au 22 mars 2026. Pendant quatre jours, le quartier se transforme en une gigantesque cĂ©lĂ©bration de cabane Ă  sucre. A lire : Un guide des meilleurs quartiers Le festival commence le jeudi 19 mars avec le groupe montrĂ©alais Bon Enfant, suivi d’une soirĂ©e rock Ă©nergique le vendr
Cabane Panache 2026 Montreal: full festival guide, dates, lineup & family fun

Cabane Panache 2026 Montreal: full festival guide, dates, lineup & family fun

Get your rainboots ready and pull out your plaid shirts. Fun, food, and festive vibes—Cabane Panache is back for its 14th edition in collaboration with Benelux and Coureur des Bois, and it’s the ultimate sugar shack experience. Photograph: Caroline Perron Warm up by the Forest Stage, watch woodcutters and maple makers in action, or let the kids explore play structures. Take a break in the Desjardins Family Area with picnic tables, puzzles, and games, or grab a bite at the Feast Hall. Kids can race in the Giant Ski Race, try boot hockey, or become mini lumberjacks with Jean Coutu’s beard & mustache makeup. Photograph: Caroline Perron Make traditional crafts like blacksmithing and candle-dipping, wildlife tracking, storytelling, and live music that will have everyone clapping, stomping, and singing along. And don’t miss snapping maple-themed memories at the Hidden Photobooth and Canada Post booth.  Photograph: Caroline Perron When is Cabane Panache 2026? Head to rue Wellington in Verdun (no wonder it was ranked the number one coolest street in the world) from March 19 to 22, 2026. For four festive days, the neighbourhood transforms into a gigantic sugar shack celebration. Check out: Guide to Montreal's best neighbourhoods The festival kicks off Thursday, March 19 with Montreal band Bon Enfant, followed by a high-energy rock night on Friday. Saturday brings full-on country vibes with a packed lineup, before wrapping up Sunday, March 22 with a lively closing show by La Bott
Alerte Vent Ă  MontrĂ©al Aujourd’hui : Rafales de 90 km/h provoquant pannes de courant et dĂ©gĂąts

Alerte Vent Ă  MontrĂ©al Aujourd’hui : Rafales de 90 km/h provoquant pannes de courant et dĂ©gĂąts

Plus de 300 000 foyers au QuĂ©bec sont privĂ©s d’électricitĂ© ce matin Ă  cause de puissantes rafales de vent — et ce nombre continue d’augmenter. À 7 h 15, Environnement Canada a Ă©mis une alerte jaune annonçant que des vents forts, capables de causer des dommages, Ă©taient attendus. Selon l’avertissement, des rafales du sud-ouest de prĂšs de 90 km/h ont commencĂ© dĂšs le lever du jour. Ces vents impitoyables provoquent des pannes locales, endommagent toits, clĂŽtures, branches et abris lĂ©gers, et prĂ©sentent un risque de blessures dĂ» Ă  des dĂ©bris projetĂ©s ou tombants. Si vous prĂ©voyez cĂ©lĂ©brer la Saint-Patrick Ă  MontrĂ©al, soyez prudents : pannes de courant et dĂ©bris volants pourraient perturber les pubs, bars, restaurants et autres commerces. Pour Ă©viter les routes endommagĂ©es par le vent, prĂ©fĂ©rez le mĂ©tro pour vos dĂ©placements. DĂ©couvrez : Les meilleurs pubs de MontrĂ©al *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id="request-699c44d8-fb50-8326-b222-5d9483e51f65-5" data-testid="conversation-turn-770" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> Une mise Ă  jour sur le site d’Hydro-QuĂ©bec indique : Des vents violents touchent actuellement une grande partie du QuĂ©bec, avec des rafales allant jusqu’à 90 km/h et jusqu’à 120 km/h par endroits. Ces conditions provoquent des pannes de courant Ă  travers le rĂ©seau. Nos Ă©quipes sont pleinement mobilisĂ©es pour rĂ©tablir le service le plus rapidement p
Montreal wind warning: 90 km/h gusts causing power outages and damage

Montreal wind warning: 90 km/h gusts causing power outages and damage

Over 300,000 addresses in Quebec are without power this morning due to powerful wind gusts—and the number is climbing. A wind warning issued at 7:15 a.m. by Environment Canada warned that strong winds capable of causing damage are expected. According to the yellow warning, southwesterly winds gusting to nearly 90 km / began early this morning. These fierce winds are causing local utility outages, damage to roofs, fences, branches and soft shelters, with a risk of injury due to flying or falling debris. Planning to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Power outages and falling debris could affect pubs, bars, restaurants and other Montreal businesses (and taking the Metro to events instead of driving means less risk from wind-damaged roads). Check out: The best pubs in Montreal An update on the Hydro Quebec site states: "Strong winds are currently affecting a large part of QuĂ©bec, with gusts reaching up to 90 km/h, and up to 120 km/h in some areas. These conditions are causing power outages across the network. Our crews are fully mobilized in the field to restore service as quickly as possible. More than 1,100 workers are actively deployed across the province to carry out the work safely and efficiently."  Want to check the status of a specific address? Click on the link here. What to do in case of a power outage in Montreal? Call 1 800 790‑2424 or consult the Hydro Quebec website here. Information around when service is expected to be restored, the crew status, how many customers are
Le pub historique de MontrĂ©al s’apprĂȘte Ă  rouvrir aprĂšs sa fermeture

Le pub historique de MontrĂ©al s’apprĂȘte Ă  rouvrir aprĂšs sa fermeture

Amateurs de pubs, rĂ©jouissez-vous. ApprĂ©ciĂ© des habituĂ©s depuis plus de six dĂ©cennies, le Peel Pub rouvre ses portes aprĂšs avoir fermĂ© brutalement en juin dernier — juste Ă  temps pour la Saint-Patrick. A lire : Les meilleurs pubs de MontrĂ©al FondĂ© en 1962, le Peel Pub Ă©tait Ă©galement un lieu prisĂ© pour les prĂ©-soirĂ©es avant les matchs de hockey au Centre Bell—et se trouve Ă  moins de deux pĂątĂ©s de maisons de la rue Sherbrooke Ouest, rĂ©cemment classĂ©e parmi les rues les plus cools du monde. OĂč se situe le Peel Pub Ă  MontrĂ©al ? SituĂ© au cƓur de MontrĂ©al, au 1196 rue Peel—à quelques pas des meilleures destinations shopping comme le Centre Eaton de MontrĂ©al et le Time Out Market MontrĂ©al—le Peel Pub Ă©tait cĂ©lĂšbre pour ses promotions sur les boissons, ses Ă©normes pichets de biĂšre, sa cuisine de pub gĂ©nĂ©reuse et ses soirĂ©es comĂ©die et sportives animĂ©es. Photograph: Peel Pub / @peelpub Peel Pub : points clĂ©s de la rĂ©ouverture Dans un post Facebook, l’un des nouveaux propriĂ©taires, Tony Fewkes, annonce que le pub ouvre sous une nouvelle direction expĂ©rimentĂ©e avec une touche moderne, incluant un menu inspirĂ© et variĂ©, fidĂšle Ă  l’esprit du Peel Pub original, ainsi que 24 biĂšres pression soigneusement sĂ©lectionnĂ©es. Selon un reportage de CTV News, un nouveau groupe d’investisseurs—des expatriĂ©s britanniques ayant dĂ©jĂ  dirigĂ© des pubs montrĂ©alais comme The Irish Embassy et McLean’s Pub—intervient pour redonner vie au lieu et restaurer une partie de son charme d’antan. Parmi les premiĂš
Un court métrage montréalais vient de remporter un Oscar

Un court métrage montréalais vient de remporter un Oscar

Le court mĂ©trage en stop-motion The Girl Who Cried Pearls, rĂ©alisĂ© par les MontrĂ©alais Chris Lavis et Maciek Szczerbowski, a remportĂ© l’Oscar du meilleur court mĂ©trage d’animation dimanche soir. De quoi parle The Girl Who Cried Pearls ? Au dĂ©but du 20ᔉ siĂšcle Ă  MontrĂ©al, un jeune garçon pauvre tombe amoureux d’une fille dont les larmes se transforment en perles. Lorsqu’il les vend Ă  un prĂȘteur sur gages impitoyable, la cupiditĂ© le force Ă  choisir entre l’amour et la fortune—un choix qui pourrait condamner son Ăąme. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NFB / ONF (@onf_nfb) SignĂ© par les cinĂ©astes dĂ©jĂ  nommĂ©s aux Oscars Chris Lavis et Maciek Szczerbowski, The Girl Who Cried Pearls mĂȘle marionnettes faites Ă  la main, narration envoĂ»tante de Colm Feore et musique de Patrick Watson dans un rĂ©cit hypnotique en stop-motion sur le dĂ©sir, la tromperie et le prix de l’innocence. À dĂ©couvrir : Deux des plus grands cinĂ©mas du monde se trouvent au Canada—y compris le plus grand cinĂ©ma en cabane de rondins d’AmĂ©rique du Nord Comment voir le film ? Au Canada, The Girl Who Cried Pearls est maintenant diffusĂ© en continu gratuitement sur onf.ca, sur YouTube et sur toutes les Applis de l’ONF ; il est aussi proposĂ© (en anglais seulement) aux abonnĂ©s de Crave. La version française du film est Ă©galement prĂ©sentĂ©e sur Arte en Europe, en Afrique du Nord et sur d’autres territoires. Photograph: Shutterstock / Elliott Cowand Jr Globalement, le Canada a brillĂ© lors de la 98ᔉ cĂ©
A Montreal short film just won an Oscar

A Montreal short film just won an Oscar

Big news: The stop-motion short The Girl Who Cried Pearls, directed by Montreal filmmakers Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski, won the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film at Sunday’s Academy Awards. What is the girl who cried Pearls about? In early-20th-century Montreal, a poor boy falls for a girl whose tears turn into pearls. When he sells them to a ruthless pawnbroker, greed forces him to choose between love and fortune—a decision that could doom his soul. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NFB / ONF (@onf_nfb) From Oscar-nominated filmmakers Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski, The Girl Who Cried Pearls blends handcrafted puppets, Colm Feore’s haunting narration, and a Patrick Watson score into a mesmerizing stop-motion tale of desire, deception, and the price of innocence. Check out: Two of the world’s greatest cinemas are in Canada—including the largest log cabin theatre in North America Where to watch The Girl Who Cried Pearls ? In Canada, The Girl Who Cried Pearls is now streaming for free on NFB.ca, YouTube and all NFB apps, and is also available to Crave subscribers (English only). The film is available in French on Arte across Europe, North Africa and other territories. Photograph: Shutterstock / Elliott Cowand Jr Overall, Canada stole the spotlight at the 98th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.  Toronto filmmaker Maggie Kang also took home an Oscar, winning Best Animated Feature for the global hit KPop Demon Hunter
Iconic Montreal pub set to reopen after abrupt closure last summer

Iconic Montreal pub set to reopen after abrupt closure last summer

Pub-lovers, rejoice! Beloved by regulars for over 6 decades, the Peel Pub is reopening after closing abruptly last June—just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Read more: St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal 2026: Date, Time & Location Founded in 1962, Peel Pub was also a well-known spot for pre-gaming before hockey games at the Bell Centre—and less than two blocks from Sherbrooke Street West, recently ranked one of the coolest streets in the world. Where is the Peel Pub in Montreal? Situated in the heart of Montreal at 1196 Peel Street—just steps from top shopping destinations like the Montreal Eaton Centre and Time Out Market MontrĂ©al—the Peel Pub was famous for its drink specials, massive beer pitchers, hearty pub fare, and lively comedy and sports nights. Photograph: Peel Pub / @peelpub What are the key details about the reopening? A Facebook post by one of the new owners, Tony Fewkes, states that the pub is opening under experienced new ownership with a modern twist, including an inspired, diverse menu in keeping with the traditional original Peel Pub—and 24 carefully chosen draft beers on tap. Photograph: Peel Pub / @peelpub According to a report by CTV News, a new group of investors—U.K. expats who previously ran Montreal pubs like The Irish Embassy and McLean’s Pub—are stepping in with plans to revive the venue and restore some of its former charm. Among the first upgrades is a completely revamped beer room, fitted with state-of-the-art draft systems to guarantee p
Montreal bartender Marie-Louise Roy-Bilodeau wins best bartender in the Americas title

Montreal bartender Marie-Louise Roy-Bilodeau wins best bartender in the Americas title

Montreal is raising the bar. One Montreal bartender is the reigning Canadian Ultimate Bartender Champion, claiming the Ultimate Bartender Championship (UBC) Americas title in Columbia. Marie-Louise Roy-Bilodeau outperformed 26 of the top bartenders from across North, Central, and South America. Check out: Time Out Market Montreal launches new around-the-world cocktail menu Having worked at Montreal institutions like Cloakroom, 132 Bar Vintage and Nestor, Marie-Louise Roy-Bilodeau calls Cantina Concha home—a hotspot inspired by traditional Mexican cantinas, tucked away in Old Montreal.  What is the Ultimate Bartender Championship? Hosted by Monkey Shoulder, the Ultimate Bartender Championship is widely regarded as one of the most demanding tests of real-world bartending skill.  This competition is a major international event highlighting skill and speed, with Roy-Bilodeau's victory marking a significant milestone for Canadian mixology. Unlike traditional cocktail competitions, UBC evaluates every dimension of the craft: knowledge, speed, accuracy, hospitality, and technical precision. Picture a packed crowd watching competitors advance through six high-pressure stages: The Quiz, Pouring, Nosing, Table Service, The Perfect Serve, and the notoriously gruelling Round Building finale. Representing Canada, Roy-Bilodeau advanced to the semi-finals as the only woman remaining in the top four. In the final round, where bartenders must produce five cocktails and a shot at top speed wit