Can you believe how fast the summer is flying by?! We’re already in August but don’t worr, there is so much to do to enjoy the continuation of the season in Montreal!
Take a look at all the fun events the city has to offer in August:
Festival Fierté Montréal
What: Fierté Montréal is a festival that celebrates the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities to assure their representation, inclusion and recognition of their rights in society!
When: July 31 to August 9, 2026
Where: Various Venues
International First Peoples’ Festival
What: This festival features major concerts, film competitions, exhibitions, traditional dancing and so much more celebrating the Indigenous communities.
When: August 4-13, 2026
Where: Place des Festivals
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AfroMonde Festival
What: AfroMonde aims to celebrate culture, urban music, fashion, gastronomy and so much more with the goal to strengthen solidarity through the communities.
When: August 6-9, 2026
Where: Clock Tower Pier
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ItalfestMTL
What: For almost 10 days, head over to Little Italy to celebrate the Montreal Italian culture, music, art and so much more!
When: August 7-16, 2026
Where: Little Italy (Saint-Laurent Boulevard)
Otakuthon Anime Convention
What: Calling all anime fans, the second-biggest convention of its kind in the country is back in the city celebrating stories, characters and more of the Japanese animes, mangas and games.
When: August 7-9, 2026
Where: Palais des congrès de Montréal
ÎLESONIQ Montréal
What: If you’re looking to dance to all the latest electronic beats in the city with some of the most recognizable electronic music artists in the world, you don’t want to miss ÎLESONIQ!
When: August 8-9, 2026
Where: Parc Jean-Drapeau
Oryentalys Festival
What: Discover the cultures of the East from North Africa to China through music, cuisine and more!
When: August 13-16, 2026
Where: Clock Tower Pier
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LASSO Montréal
What: This festival celebrates country music to its fullest! Don’t forget your boots and cowboy hat!
When: August 15-16, 2026
Where: Parc Jean-Drapeau
M.A.D. Festival
What: This festival aims to celebrate self-expression through fashion, arts, entertainment and cultural creativity with a free program of urban art, fashion and entertainment!
When: August 20-23, 2026
Where: Various Places
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Vans Warped Tour
What: Get ready to jump back into punk rock nostalgia with the beloved festival coming back to Montreal after many years without! Simple plan, Jimmy Eat World and many more featured in the lineup!
When: August 21-22, 2026
Where: Parc Jean-Drapeau
Montreal Ukrainian Festival
What: The festival features performances by Ukrainian, Canadians and Québec artists, singers, dancers and more celebrating Ukrainian cuisine, folk art and music.
When: August 29, 2026
Where: Maisonneuve Park