Although the persistent cold weather appears to be never-ending, there are exciting things to anticipate in Montreal this spring!
Here are five things we're looking forward to doing in the upcoming months, from enjoying festivals that celebrate arts and culture to strolling in the Montreal Botanical Garden!
Experiencing the rare total solar eclipse!
When: April 8, 2024
On April 8, 2024, the city will experience a total solar eclipse, where the moon will completely block the sun for nearly 2 minutes! For the best view, head to Parc Jean-Drapeau, where a variety of activities will be held throughout the day. This rare event presents a unique chance to witness a total solar eclipse in Montreal, as the next one is not until 2205. Eclipse glasses are still available at 45 municipal libraries across Montreal. It is important to protect your eyes from the sun's harmful rays, as they can cause irreversible damage during an eclipse.
…Make sure to come say hi to The Beat, as we will be present there!
Admiring the Cherry Blossoms at the Montreal Botanical Garden!
When: Early May
Montreal is famous for its stunning cherry blossoms, and we are eagerly anticipating another opportunity to admire them and, of course, capture a few photos! While the Montreal Botanical Garden is recognized for its gorgeous flower displays, other locations like Chinatown and Parc Ahuntsic are also worth visiting to enjoy the blossoms.
Spending the spring evenings at Jardins Gamelin
When: From end of May until mid-September
The Jardins Gamelin, situated in Place Émilie-Gamelin within the Quartier des Spectacles, hosts an annual lively program featuring artists from around the globe along with a delicious casse-croûte and a bar! The Jardins are open seven days a week for you to enjoy these spring and summer days!
Check out a show at Montreal Fringe Festival
When: May 27 to June 16, 2024
The Montreal Fringe Festival is an almost 3 weeks festival featuring over 90 shows with 800+ performances from different artists across the globe. The festival will take place over 20 venues in Plateau-Mont-Royal with comedy, music and more!
Observing the urban art at MURAL Festival
When: June 6 to 16, 2024
That’s right, another festival to look forward to this spring! The international public art festival MURAL is coming back to Montreal ready to transform Saint-Laurent Boulevard into an open-air museum!
