Haunted amusement parks, scary movies, rabid dogs and petrifying parties? Break out your costumes and light your jack-o-lanterns because Halloween in...
Things to Do
Your guide to the best events, festivals, attractions, free admissions and more things to do in Montreal
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The 23 best pumpkin patches near Montreal
There are few things that are more picture-perfect for the fall season than going pumpkin picking at one of the patches near Montreal. If heading out of...
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5 best haunted houses in Montreal to spook you
Seekers of scares, we see you. With its centuries-old architecture and 150 documented ghost stories, Montreal is famous for being Canada’s most haunted...
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Top 7 Ghost Tours in Montreal
From walking tours of a funeral-home-cum-supper-club (the largest supper club in Canada) to a boozy (haunted) pub crawl, Halloween brings out the city’s...
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16 orchards and farms perfect for apple picking in Montreal
Apple picking season in Quebec is short and sweet, with peak freshness starting in mid-August and ending just before the beginning of November. A great fall...
Fall in the city
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The 50 best restaurants in Montreal right now
Welcome to Time Out's handpicked selection of the best restaurants in Montreal, serving the most delicious meals you can eat right now in town that is...
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The 21 the best trails and parks for hiking near Montreal
When looking at the best hiking near Montreal, we wanted to climb higher than before with our selection process, and are now looking at the best spots...
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The 33 best downtown Montreal restaurants
From Michelin star-calibre institutions, to epically delicous cheap eats and some of the best new restaurants in town, there's something for...
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The best parks in Montreal
Among all of the free things to do in Montreal, hitting up the green spaces is essential to experiencing the city. It’s where Montrealers go at any time...
Free and cheap things to do in Montreal
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The best free things to do in Montreal
Find activities, attractions and more without spending a single dime.
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The best cheap things to do in Montreal
Maximize your dime and time, from arts and culture to food and drink.
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The best free museums in Montreal
Great places to explore art, history, zoology and more—and it's all free!
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The best Montreal libraries to discover right now
Get lost in shelves and stacks full of literature and brain candy.
Montreal after dark
The best strip clubs in Montreal
The best strip clubs in Montreal
Known for erotic entertainment for decades, the best strip clubs in Montreal have ranged from the cabarets of the roaring 20s to the heyday of Sainte-Catherine...
Ultimate guide to the best nightlife in Montreal right now
Ultimate guide to the best nightlife in Montreal right now
Montreal is the party capital of Canada. The vibes are up wherever you go, and nights here are full of quality clubs, bars, live music venues, and homages to a...
The best gay bars and LGBTQ+ clubs in Montreal
The best gay bars and LGBTQ+ clubs in Montreal
Montreal is one of the world’s great LGBTQ+ capitals and its queer bars and nightclubs are a pillar of local nightlife. The city is home to one of...
59 best bars in Montreal right now
59 best bars in Montreal right now
Let's drink to this: We did our homework (and have the hangovers to prove it), having explored the city’s bar scene to find the best...
Everything we know about Montreal’s Pornhub Netflix exposé
Everything we know about Montreal’s Pornhub Netflix exposé
Sex, lies and videotape? An article published in The New York Times in 2020, which shared the experiences of multiple women who were sexually exploited as...
The best speakeasies and secret bars hidden in Montreal
The best speakeasies and secret bars hidden in Montreal
There’s nothing like the thrill of discovering hidden addresses of the city’s best speakeasy and secret bars. Knowing which unmarked door leads you...
What's happening at Time Out Market
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Not to miss: free family Halloween party downtown this weekend!
Costume parade? Pumpkin decorating workshops? Sugar-filled treats and balloon animals? Time Out Market Montréal is hosting the best family-friendly...
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Celebrate Gin & Tonic Week downtown with these next-level cocktails
Calling all G&T lovers! Name a quintessential Quebec spirit and your answer would be gin. And with so many local distilleries, Time Out Market...
Costume parade? Pumpkin decorating workshops? Sugar-filled treats and balloon animals? Time Out Market Montréal is hosting the best family-friendly...
![Not to miss: free family Halloween party downtown this weekend! Not to miss: free family Halloween party downtown this weekend!](https://media.timeout.com/images/105939575/750/562/image.jpg)
Not to miss: free family Halloween party downtown this weekend!
Costume parade? Pumpkin decorating workshops? Sugar-filled treats and balloon animals? Time Out Market Montréal is hosting the best family-friendly...
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Celebrate Gin & Tonic Week downtown with these next-level cocktails
Calling all G&T lovers! Name a quintessential Quebec spirit and your answer would be gin. And with so many local distilleries, Time Out Market...
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Free beer alert: Check out the Boréale tap takeover
The Beer Bar at Time Out Market Montreal is hosting a free beer tasting tomorrow and you’re not going to want to miss it. Boréale, the result...
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Don’t miss the free third edition of Cabaret Croquis at the Market
Get ready for an evening of pure fun! The spectacular third edition of Cabaret Croquis—a free immersive art experience held at Time Out Market Montreal...
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It's a paint and sip party—wine and charcuterie included!
Grab a glass of wine from the Market’s new wine bar and get creative! Canvas Club will be on hand this month to curate an in-person art experience at...
Arts, culture and education in Montreal
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The best museums in Montreal
Ponder fine art, explore historical crypts, go on walking tours and more.
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The best walking tours in Montreal
Get to know the 514 better than ever on foot.
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The best cooking classes in Montreal
From French techniques to vegetarian recipes and date night ideas.
![The best baking classes in Montreal The best baking classes in Montreal](https://media.timeout.com/images/105443065/750/562/image.jpg)
The best baking classes in Montreal
Perfect pastry skills, boning up on bread and discover new desserts.
Have some fun
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Where to find Montreal arcades for geeking out and gaming on
Montreal arcades have never been better for good, old-fashioned fun.
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Where to go bowling in Montreal
Consider clocking a few strikes while bowling in Montreal.
Montreal arcades have never been better for good, old-fashioned fun.
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Where to find Montreal arcades for geeking out and gaming on
Montreal arcades have never been better for good, old-fashioned fun.
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Where to go bowling in Montreal
Consider clocking a few strikes while bowling in Montreal.
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The best Montreal escape rooms you have to try
The Montreal escape room craze has been gaining traction for years now.
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The best Montreal movie theatres for your next night out
This city’s full of people that remain faithful to the big screens of Montreal movie theatres for night out—or the beginning to a night...
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Jazz bars in Montreal where music's hot and drinks are cool
Jazz bars in Montreal are right up there with the bustling clubs may found in New Orleans, Paris or New York.
Health and wellness
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The best gyms in Montreal for workouts, training, classes and more
Intense full-body training sessions and group classes, guidance through yoga and meditation, or just solid all-rounders.
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The best Montreal spas to rest and refresh
From Turkish baths to Swedish massages, hydrotherapy circuits to acupuncture service.
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The best parks in Montreal
Where Montrealers go at any time of year.
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The best hotels in Montreal for staycations
Pampered staycations with plush fineries and impeccable service of the best hotels in Montreal.
Shopping around Montreal
The best malls in Montreal for shopping sprees
The best malls in Montreal for shopping sprees
From the subterranean Underground City to the last stops of every metro line.
The best thrift stores in Montreal
The best thrift stores in Montreal
Spend a day checking these out and you'll only find the top of the shops.
A full shopping guide to Montreal
A full shopping guide to Montreal
It’s a ‘til-you-drop affair with clothes, shoes, jewelry and more.
The best flea markets in Montreal
The best flea markets in Montreal
If you’re in search of one stop curio shops, choice vintage and antique finds.
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The best farmers’ markets in Montreal to explore and savor
The best farmers’ markets in Montreal to explore and savor
From the freshest ingredients to scoping local vendors.
Where to find a marijuana dispensary in Montreal
Where to find a marijuana dispensary in Montreal
Montreal dispensaries where you can buy non-medical cannabis to smoke responsibly.
Specialties in Montreal
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The best bookstores in Montreal
The romance of wandering the streets of this city is incomplete without visiting the bookstores of Montreal.
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Record stores in Montreal with choice vinyls, CDs, tapes and more
Any self-respecting music lover knows where the best record stores in Montreal can be found.
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The best florists in Montreal for flower delivery and more
Who doesn’t love a nice bouquet of flowers from the best florists in town?
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Travel around the world with these 25 grocery stores in Montreal
We’ve got our own best-loved spots for around-the-world food shopping that will send you away to every continent on the planet.
Newcomer to Montreal?
17 slang words every Montrealer should know
17 slang words every Montrealer should know
Every city has a language within a language that can be tricky to navigate for newcomers.
21 amazing movies set in Montreal to explore the city
21 amazing movies set in Montreal to explore the city
Movies set in Montreal allow us to wander the city’s streets and experience amazing storytelling at the same time.
Your guide to Montreal public transportation
Your guide to Montreal public transportation
There’s a lot to see and do in this city, but if you want to get to even a fraction of it, you’ve got to know how to get around.
Your guide to dating in Montreal
Your guide to dating in Montreal
Dating in Montreal can be tricky, especially when it comes to finding the perfect spot to bring a first date.
8 big reasons why Montreal is better than Toronto
8 big reasons why Montreal is better than Toronto
Montreal has a love/hate relationship with it’s Ontarian rival—we love to hate them.
12 things about Montreal that will never change
12 things about Montreal that will never change
One of the enduring qualities of Montreal is, well, how it endures.