Neighbourhood guide

Downtown and Quartier des spectacles

Museums on Sherbrooke, festivals at Place des Arts and a city under the streets

Downtown Montréal runs from the McGill campus and the Sherbrooke museums south to Boulevard René-Lévesque, with the Quartier des spectacles to the east. The Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, the McCord Stewart Museum and the Redpath Museum are all within a few minutes of McGill Metro. The festival district around Place des Arts is where jazz and Francos crowds gather in summer.

The Montréal Museum of Fine Arts is on Sherbrooke Street West and charges $32 for adults aged 26 and over. It's free for visitors aged 25 and under and closed on Mondays. The McCord Stewart is renovating, so use its temporary entrance at 2175 Victoria Street. Wednesday evenings are the budget slot, with free access to the major exhibitions at McCord Stewart from 17:00, and the Redpath Museum on the McGill campus runs on voluntary contributions, with $12 suggested for adults.

East of there, Place des Arts and Place des Festivals form the core of the Quartier des spectacles. The square has a 235-jet fountain and hosts the Montréal International Jazz Festival and Francos. When it's cold or wet, the Underground City links Metro stations, shopping centres and offices over roughly 32 kilometres.

Getting there

Green line stations McGill, Peel, Guy-Concordia and Place-des-Arts cover most of the district. Bonaventure and Square-Victoria-OACI on the Orange line serve the south end, and Atwater is the closest station to the Canadian Centre for Architecture. Place-des-Arts opens directly into the performing arts complex.

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Peel or Guy-Concordia (Green line) · McGill (Green line) stations

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What to see

Christ Church Cathedral and Mary Queen of the World Cathedral are both short stops. The Anglican cathedral is open weekdays from 9:00 and the Catholic one is open daily, outside services, with a voluntary contribution appreciated. Square Dorchester sits between them, and Square Victoria has the Guimard Metro entrance. McGill's Roddick Gates on Sherbrooke Street open onto a campus that's free to walk through.

Where to eat and drink

Time Out Market in Centre Eaton on Sainte-Catherine Street West puts many counters under one roof, with bars open later than the kitchens. Reuben's Deli, also on Sainte-Catherine, is the usual smoked-meat stop. Both are easier on weekday lunches than on festival nights.

Good to know

Festival season fills the area around Place des Arts, and the Montréal International Jazz Festival and Francos each have their own schedule. Greet staff with "Bonjour, hi" and tip 15 to 20 percent. Museum days vary, so check the day. The MMFA and the McCord are both closed on Mondays.

Nearby neighbourhoods

Chinatown Dumplings, dim sum and bakery buns on a few short blocks 13 places · under 1 km away

Old Montréal Cobblestones, a basilica and the river, all within a few blocks 20 places · 1.4 km away

Griffintown and Little Burgundy, Montréal

Griffintown and Little Burgundy A canal, a clock-tower market and a row of dinner reservations 12 places · 1.8 km away

Mount Royal The mountain, its lookouts and the Sunday drumming 11 places · 1.9 km away

The best of Downtown and Quartier des spectacles

Best art museum Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Closed Mondays. On Wednesday evenings from 17:00 only the special exhibition is open, at $16.

Best pay-what-you-can museum Redpath Museum Voluntary contribution, closed Sunday and Monday. The galleries are up stairs, with no elevator.

Best architecture stop Canadian Centre for Architecture Free on Thursdays after 17:00. From October to May it's closed Monday to Wednesday.

Best festival square Place des Festivals Check the Quartier des spectacles calendar for what's on.

Best rainy-day route Underground City (RÉSO) Follow the Metro signs between stations and shopping centres.

Best smoked-meat sandwich Reuben's Deli Open noon to 21:00 or later every day, according to its contact page.

Things to do in Downtown and Quartier des spectacles

Museum Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Montréal's main art museum on Sherbrooke Street West, with permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Admission is free for visitors aged 25 and under.

Christ Church Cathedral spire and green roof seen from the street, downtown Montréal

Church Christ Church Cathedral An Anglican cathedral on Sainte-Catherine Street West. It's open for visits during the week and on Saturday, and holds services in English.

Front facade of Mary Queen of the World Cathedral with rooftop statues, downtown Montréal

Church · Free Mary Queen of the World Cathedral The Catholic cathedral of Montréal, on Boulevard René-Lévesque Ouest. The diocese says it's open to the public daily outside of services, with a voluntary contribution appreciated.

Entrance and stone facade of the McCord Stewart Museum on Sherbrooke Street, Montréal

Museum McCord Stewart Museum A museum of Montréal and Quebec history, with permanent and temporary exhibitions. It's currently renovating, so check the museum's site for the way in.

Melvin Charney's sculpture garden at the Canadian Centre for Architecture in snow, Montréal

Museum Canadian Centre for Architecture An architecture museum and research centre on Rue Baile, with exhibitions and a garden. Winter hours run from October to May.

Gorgosaurus skeleton in the main hall of the Redpath Museum, Montréal

Museum Redpath Museum A natural history museum on the McGill campus in a historic building. Admission is by voluntary contribution.

Roddick Gates at the main entrance to McGill University campus on Sherbrooke Street, Montréal.

Landmark McGill University Campus McGill's downtown campus, entered through the Roddick Gates on Sherbrooke Street at McGill College Avenue. The gates carry a restored clock that chimes.

Place des Arts esplanade fountains and lit concert hall at night, Montréal

Landmark Place des Arts Montréal's main performing arts complex, with concert halls including the Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier at 260 Boulevard De Maisonneuve Ouest. The Place-des-Arts Metro station is inside the complex.

Open paved plaza of Place des Festivals with surrounding buildings, Quartier des spectacles, Montréal

Landmark Place des Festivals The main outdoor square of the Quartier des spectacles, opened in 2009, with a programmable fountain of 235 jets and four lighting structures.

Long tiled pedestrian corridor of Montréal's Underground City, RÉSO

Landmark Underground City (RÉSO) A network of underground pedestrian walkways linking Metro stations, shopping centres and office towers downtown. Tourisme Montréal puts it at about 32 kilometres.

Statue of Queen Victoria in Square Victoria with trees and surrounding buildings, Montréal

Landmark Square Victoria A small public square split in half by Rue Saint-Antoine Ouest. It holds a statue of Queen Victoria and a Hector Guimard Metro entrance.

Boer War Memorial statue in Dorchester Square in autumn colour, downtown Montréal

Park Square Dorchester (Dominion Square) A downtown green space with restored monuments and a new fountain. It was first named Square Dominion, and the southern half is now Place du Canada.

Glass facade of Time Out Market Montréal with its sign, Eaton Centre

Food Time Out Market Montréal A food hall inside Centre Eaton, with restaurant counters and bars.

Food Reuben's Deli A delicatessen and steakhouse on Sainte-Catherine Street West that serves smoked-meat sandwiches. It's one of the Montréal-style delis visitors look for downtown.

Stone facade of the Gesù building on De Bleury Street in downtown Montréal

Nightlife Le Gesù Theatre and concert venue with exhibition rooms, on rue De Bleury between rue Sainte-Catherine and boulevard René-Lévesque. The amphitheatre opened in 1865 beneath the Église du Gesù.

Street-corner exterior of the Club Soda building on Boulevard Saint-Laurent in Montréal under a blue sky

Nightlife Club Soda Live music and club venue on boulevard Saint-Laurent, with rock, rap, electronic and festival shows on its calendar.

Facade and marquee of the MTELUS concert hall on Sainte-Catherine Street East, Montréal

Nightlife MTELUS Concert hall on rue Sainte-Catherine Est that hosts touring acts, with a calendar of shows through the fall.

Nightlife Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill Jazz club and restaurant on rue Mackay. The calendar lists McGill and Concordia student jazz nights, and some are free.

Twin-towered stone facade of St. James United Church on Sainte-Catherine Street West, Montréal

Church St. James United Church A United Church congregation on rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest. The site describes it as "the church at the heart of the city with the city at heart".

Edward VII monument in the middle of Square Phillips with downtown buildings around it in Montréal

Park Square Phillips A downtown square laid out in 1842, with a seven-jet fountain basin and a monument to King Edward VII by sculptor Louis-Philippe Hébert. The city reopened it in June 2022 after a redesign that added trees and green space.

Monument in Place du Canada with skyscrapers behind it in downtown Montréal

Park Place du Canada A downtown park on De La Gauchetière Street West, described by the city as a place to relax.

La Joute fountain sculpture by Riopelle in its round basin beside the Palais des congres in Montréal

Park Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle A historic park across from the Palais des congrès, named for painter and sculptor Jean-Paul Riopelle.

Stone tower and front of St. George's Anglican Church with glass office towers behind in downtown Montréal

Church St. George's Anglican Church A neo-Gothic church dating from 1870, designed by William Tutin Thomas, with a bell tower completed in 1894. The church describes its hammerbeam roof and stained glass windows as highlights of the interior.

Museum Leonard & Bina Ellen Art Gallery Concordia University's art gallery, on the ground floor of the McConnell Library Building. It runs exhibitions, public programs and publications, and keeps a collection.

What's on in Downtown and Quartier des spectacles

Local events in the next 30 days, read from the ward, park and organiser pages each one links to.

Friday Night Comedy Comedy
Fri 13 Nov · Deli Planet, Gare Centrale
A Friday-night early stand-up comedy show in English at Deli Planet inside Montreal Central Station.
21:00 to 22:30 · Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
Friday Night Comedy at Comedyville Comedy
Every Friday. Next: Fri 13 Nov · Comedyville at Deli Planet
Stand-up comedy at Deli Planet every Friday at 21:00.
Fridays 21:00 · Map · Source: Comedyville · Friday Night Comedy
Latin Groove’s End of Session Party, November Dance
13 to 14 Nov · Montreal Palladium
A dance event at Montreal Palladium, listed on the Latin Groove calendar.
$12 · 21:00 to 02:00 · Map · Source: Latin Groove · Latin Groove’s End of Session Party - November
Live music at Hurley's Irish Pub Concert
Every night it is open. Next: Fri 13 Nov · Hurley's Irish Pub
Hurley's Irish Pub on Crescent Street says it has live music every night it is open.
Map · Source: Hurley's Irish Pub · Musique live chez Hurley's
Zagazow Comedy
Fri 13 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A French-language stand-up comedy night at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
19:30 to 21:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
Andrew Packer: Stand Up Comedy Live Comedy
Sat 14 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A stand-up comedy show by Andrew Packer at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
19:00 to 20:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · Andrew Packer: Stand Up Comedy Live in Montreal
Django Gold Comedy
On now, until 14 Nov · Comedy Nest
Stand-up comedy shows by New York comedian and writer Django Gold at the Comedy Nest.
Map · Source: Comedy Nest · Django Gold - November 12, 13, 14, 2026
Indigenous Open Mic: Saturday Festival
Sat 14 Nov · Espace culturel Georges-Émile-Lapalme
Saturday programme of the Indigenous Open Mic celebration at Place des Arts, centred on First Peoples dances.
Free · from 12:00 · Map · Source: Place des Arts · Micro ouvert autochtone | Saturday’s Festivities
L'Xtra: An Improv Workshop Activities
Sat 14 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A one-off improvisation workshop led by the founders of Les Lundis d'Impro.
11:00 to 14:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · L'Xtra: Un Atelier
Saturday Night Comedy at Comedyville Comedy
Every Saturday. Next: Sat 14 Nov · Comedyville at Deli Planet
Stand-up comedy at Deli Planet every Saturday at 21:00.
Saturdays 21:00 · Map · Source: Comedyville · Saturday Night Comedy

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Coup de coeur francophone 2026 Concert
On now, until 15 Nov · Various venues in Montréal
Francophone music festival held from 5 to 15 November 2026. The Montréal page lists shows such as Richard Desjardins at Club Soda on 6 and 7 November, plus sets at l'Esco, Sala Rossa and Quai des Brumes.
Map · Source: Coup de coeur francophone
Festival Cinémania 2026 (32nd edition) Film
On now, until 15 Nov · Various cinemas in Montréal
Festival of French-language films, 32nd edition, running from 4 to 15 November 2026.
Map · Source: Festival Cinémania · Festival Cinémania 2026 (32e édition)
Indigenous Open Mic: Sunday Festival
Sun 15 Nov · Espace culturel Georges-Émile-Lapalme
Sunday programme of the Indigenous Open Mic celebration at Place des Arts, with music by four Indigenous artists.
Free · from 12:00 · Map · Source: Place des Arts · Micro ouvert autochtone | Sunday’s Festivities
La Messe à Jojo Concert
Every Sunday. Next: Sun 15 Nov · Bistro à Jojo
A Sunday live music night at Bistro à Jojo with a rotating group of musicians.
Map · Source: Bistro à Jojo
Montreal Comedy Club, Sunday show Comedy
Every Sunday. Next: Sun 15 Nov · Brass Door
English-language stand-up comedy night at Brass Door, listed on the Montréal Comedy Club schedule.
20:00 · Map · Source: Montréal Comedy Club
Open Mike at Brutopia Activities
Every Sunday. Next: Sun 15 Nov · Brutopia
An open mic at the Crescent Street brewpub, listed on the venue's page every Sunday. Its header gives a 22:00 showtime nightly.
Sundays, evening · Map · Source: Brutopia
Sunday Night Improv Comedy
Sun 15 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A weekly improv show with a rotating cast of Montreal improvisers at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
18:30 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic Comedy
Sun 15 Nov · McKibbin's
A weekly open mic stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed by Comedyville.
Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
A Very Ladyfest Showcase Comedy
Mon 16 Nov · Comedy Nest
A Ladyfest stand-up showcase with Montreal femme and non-binary comedians at the Comedy Nest.
$19.04 taxes included · from 19:00 · Map · Source: Comedy Nest · A Very Ladyfest Showcase - Monday November 16th, 2026, 7pm
Ladyfest Presents AlternaTeeHees Comedy
Mon 16 Nov · Comedy Nest
A Ladyfest stand-up comedy show with a line-up of professional comedians at the Comedy Nest.
$19.04 taxes included · from 21:00 · Map · Source: Comedy Nest · Ladyfest Presents AlternaTeeHees - Monday November 16th, 2026, 9pm
Les Lundis d'Impro at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine Comedy
Every Monday. Next: Mon 16 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A new improv show each Monday at 20:00, with a free workshop from 17:00 to 19:00.
$10 · Mondays 20:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · Les Lundis d'Impro
Montreal Comedy Club, Monday show Comedy
Every Monday. Next: Mon 16 Nov · McKibbin's
English-language stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed on the Montréal Comedy Club schedule.
20:00 · Map · Source: Montréal Comedy Club
Free Tuesday mornings for ages 65 and over at the MMFA Exhibition
Every Tuesday morning. Next: Tue 17 Nov · Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Visitors aged 65 and over get free access to the collection on Tuesday mornings. Booking is recommended because places are limited, and the major exhibition is excluded.
Free for ages 65+ · Tuesdays 10:00 to 13:00 · Map · Source: Montréal Museum of Fine Arts · Mardis matin 65 ans et plus au MBAM
Jazz Sessions at Le Balcon Concert
Every Tuesday. Next: Tue 17 Nov · Le Balcon
A weekly jazz session at the Le Balcon cabaret, presented with the Université de Montréal.
See venue · Tuesdays 19:00 · Map · Source: Le Balcon · Jazz Sessions au Balcon
Je Pense Pas Comedy
Tue 17 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A comedy show by Mackbouba on the Théâtre Sainte-Catherine stage.
19:30 to 21:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
Ladyfest Presents Anasimone George and Isabel Zaw-Tun Comedy
Tue 17 Nov · Comedy Nest
A double-bill stand-up show by Anasimone George and Isabel Zaw-Tun, hosted by Mbissine, at the Comedy Nest.
$19.04 taxes included · from 21:00 · Map · Source: Comedy Nest · Ladyfest Presents Anasimone George & Isabel Zawtun - Tuesday November 17th, 9pm
Ladyfest Presents Tranna Wintour Comedy
Tue 17 Nov · Comedy Nest
A show by Tranna Wintour, who appeared on Big Brother Célébrités and The Traitors, at the Comedy Nest.
$24.89 taxes included · from 19:00 · Map · Source: Comedy Nest · Ladyfest Presents Tranna Wintour - Tuesday November 17th, 2026, 7pm
McGill Jazz Combos at Upstairs Concert
Every Tuesday. Next: Tue 17 Nov · Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
A free weekly set by McGill jazz performance students, listed on the venue's calendar for Tuesdays.
Free · Tuesdays 19:00 · Map · Source: Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
Montreal Comedy Club, Tuesday show Comedy
Every Tuesday. Next: Tue 17 Nov · McKibbin's
English-language stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed on the Montréal Comedy Club schedule.
20:00 · Map · Source: Montréal Comedy Club
Newbie Tuesday at the Comedy Nest Comedy
Every Tuesday. Next: Tue 17 Nov · Comedy Nest
A weekly night where first-time comedians try stand-up, with professional comedians dropping in.
$6 · Tuesdays evening · Map · Source: Comedy Nest
Free Wednesday evenings at the McCord Stewart Museum Exhibition
Every Wednesday from 17:00. Next: Wed 18 Nov · McCord Stewart Museum
The museum's opening hours page lists free admission on Wednesdays from 5 pm, with the museum open until 9 pm that day. The free evening does not cover the major exhibitions, which cost $10 online. Open to everyone, and visitors aged 17 and under are always free.
Free after 5 pm · Wednesdays 17:00 to 21:00 · Map · Source: McCord Stewart Museum · Mercredis soir gratuits au Musée McCord Stewart
Ladyfest Comedy All-Stars Comedy
Wed 18 Nov · Comedy Nest
A Ladyfest stand-up show with a line-up of comedians at the Comedy Nest.
$19.04 taxes included · from 21:00 · Map · Source: Comedy Nest · Ladyfest Comedy All-Stars - Wednesday November 18th, 9pm
Ladyfest Presents Anasimone George and Isabel Zaw-Tun Comedy
Wed 18 Nov · Comedy Nest
A double-bill stand-up show by Anasimone George and Isabel Zaw-Tun, hosted by Mbissine, at the Comedy Nest.
$19.04 taxes included · from 19:00 · Map · Source: Comedy Nest · Ladyfest Presents Anasimone George & Isabel Zawtun - Wednesday November 18th, 7pm
M pour Montréal 2026 (21st edition) Concert
18 to 21 Nov · Various venues in Montréal
Music showcase festival, the 21st edition, running from 18 to 21 November 2026.
Map · Source: M pour Montréal · M pour Montréal 2026 (21e édition)
Montreal Comedy Club, Wednesday show Comedy
Every Wednesday. Next: Wed 18 Nov · Estrella Resto Bar
English-language stand-up comedy night at Estrella Resto Bar, listed on the Montréal Comedy Club schedule.
20:00 · Map · Source: Montréal Comedy Club
Pathos Highway Comedy
Wed 18 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A bilingual improvisation show of true stories and texts at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
20:00 to 22:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
The Comedy Lab Show at the Comedy Nest Comedy
Every Wednesday. Next: Wed 18 Nov · Comedy Nest
A weekly showcase where comedians test new jokes and write one on a topic from the host, and the audience picks a winner.
$6 · Wednesdays evening · Map · Source: Comedy Nest
Upstairs Jam Session with Jim Doxas Concert
Every Wednesday. Next: Wed 18 Nov · Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
A weekly jam session hosted by drummer Jim Doxas with a rotating guest musician.
$10 plus tax · Wednesdays 19:30 · Map · Source: Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
Free Thursday evenings at the CCA Exhibition
Every Thursday. Next: Thu 19 Nov · Canadian Centre for Architecture
Admission to the Canadian Centre for Architecture is free for everyone on Thursdays after 17:00, and the galleries stay open until 21:00.
Free · Thursdays 17:00 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Canadian Centre for Architecture · Gratuit le jeudi soir au CCA
Graham Chittenden Comedy
19 to 21 Nov · Comedy Nest
Stand-up shows by Graham Chittenden, who appeared on Canada's Got Talent and Just For Laughs, at the Comedy Nest.
$15 to $17.50 ($10 to $12 for students) · 20:00 (also 22:30 on Friday and Saturday) · Map · Source: Comedy Nest · Graham Chittenden - November 19, 20, 21, 2026
Les Jeudis du MAC at Place Ville Marie Exhibition
Thu 19 Nov · MAC at Place Ville Marie
A Thursday 5 to 7 art evening run by the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal at its Place Ville Marie space.
17:30 to 19:30 · Map · Source: Montréal centre-ville (SDC) · Les Jeudis du MAC à Place Ville Marie
Night of a Thousand Laughs: The Mark Forward Story Comedy
Thu 19 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A comedy show by comedian Mark Forward at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine on rue Sainte-Catherine Est.
19:30 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · Night of a thousand Laughs: The Mark Forward Story
RIDM 2026 (29th edition) Film
19 to 29 Nov · Various venues in Montréal
Documentary film festival held from 19 to 29 November 2026, with the Forum RIDM industry market from 23 to 25 November.
Map · Source: RIDM · RIDM 2026 (29e édition)
Thursday Night Comedy at Comedyville Comedy
Every Thursday. Next: Thu 19 Nov · Comedyville at Deli Planet
Stand-up comedy at Deli Planet every Thursday at 20:30.
Thursdays 20:30 · Map · Source: Comedyville · Thursday Night Comedy
Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic Comedy
Thu 19 Nov · McKibbin's
A weekly open mic stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed by Comedyville.
Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
Who Makes the City? Talks and readings
Thu 19 Nov · Canadian Centre for Architecture
A talk at the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
18:00 to 19:30 · Map · Source: Canadian Centre for Architecture
BITUIN US: Live Music Show and Fundraiser Concert
Fri 20 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A fundraiser showcase of Filipino artists based in Montréal.
20:00 to 23:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · BITUIN US: a LIVE music show and fundraiser
Festival International Bach Montréal 2026 (20th anniversary) Classical and opera
On now, until 9 Dec · Various venues in Montréal
Bach festival running from 4 November to 9 December 2026, with concerts at venues across Montréal.
Map · Source: Festival International Bach Montréal · Festival International Bach Montréal 2026 (édition-anniversaire)
Fieldnotes: Chapter 1 Exhibition
On now, until 6 Jan 2027 · Concordia University, J.W. McConnell Building LB-2
An exhibition from Pramila Choudhary's fieldwork with Pattu weavers in the Thar Desert, western Rajasthan.
Map · Source: Concordia University events · Fieldnotes: Chapter 1 (Exhibition)
Foodways Exhibition
On now, until 5 Dec · Leonard & Bina Ellen Art Gallery
A group exhibition curated by Zoë Chan at the Leonard & Bina Ellen Art Gallery.
Map · Source: Concordia University events · FOODWAYS | PRATIQUES ALIMENTAIRES
La Gozadera Night Dance
20 to 21 Nov · Montreal Palladium
A dance event at Montreal Palladium, listed on the Latin Groove calendar.
$12 · 21:00 to 01:00 · Map · Source: Latin Groove
Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic Comedy
Fri 20 Nov · McKibbin's
A weekly open mic stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed by Comedyville.
Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
Live Band Karaoke Nightlife
Sat 21 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A karaoke night where singers are backed by a live band.
from 21:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
The Stadium in Caricature Activities
Sat 21 Nov · MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
An activity at the MEM showing caricatures of Montréal's Olympic Stadium, followed by drawing your own humorous cartoon.
Free · Map · Source: MEM · Le Stade à la sauce caricature
Sunday Night Improv Comedy
Sun 22 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A weekly improv show with a rotating cast of Montreal improvisers at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
18:30 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
Quarterly Independent Film Festival Film
Tue 24 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A showing of short films by the Théâtre Sainte-Catherine community with awards presented.
19:30 to 21:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · Quarterly Independent Film Festival (QIFF)
Read Quebec at the Montréal Book Fair Market
25 to 29 Nov · Palais des congrès
A stand showing recent English-language books by Quebec authors and publishers at the Montréal book fair.
09:00 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Read Quebec · Read Quebec at the Salon du livre de Montréal
Border Tuner with Rafael Lozano-Hemmer Talks and readings
Thu 26 Nov · Canadian Centre for Architecture
A book launch at the Canadian Centre for Architecture with Rafael Lozano-Hemmer.
18:00 to 20:30 · Map · Source: Canadian Centre for Architecture
Les Jeudis du MAC at Place Ville Marie Exhibition
Thu 26 Nov · MAC at Place Ville Marie
A Thursday 5 to 7 art evening run by the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal at its Place Ville Marie space.
17:30 to 19:30 · Map · Source: Montréal centre-ville (SDC) · Les Jeudis du MAC à Place Ville Marie
Offbeat Evening: The MEM Big Thrift Sale Market
Thu 26 Nov · MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
An evening at the MEM browsing second-hand clothing and the stories behind each garment.
Map · Source: MEM · Soirée décalée - La grande fripe du MEM
Pop-up Holiday Market at Windsor Station Market
Thu 26 Nov, Fri 27 Nov, Sat 28 Nov · Windsor Station, Salle des Pas Perdus
A holiday pop-up market in the Salle des Pas Perdus of Windsor Station with more than 150 Québec artisans selling handmade gifts, art and stationery.
Free · Map · Source: Collectif Créatif Montréal · Marché Éphémère à la Gare Windsor
Rebel Weavings and Sovereign Wefts Exhibition
26 Nov 2026 to 6 Sept 2027 · McCord Stewart Museum
A temporary exhibition at the McCord Stewart Museum.
Map · Source: McCord Stewart Museum · Tissages rebelles + Trames souveraines
Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic Comedy
Thu 26 Nov · McKibbin's
A weekly open mic stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed by Comedyville.
Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
La Gozadera Night Dance
27 to 28 Nov · Montreal Palladium
A dance event at Montreal Palladium, listed on the Latin Groove calendar.
$12 · 21:00 to 01:00 · Map · Source: Latin Groove
Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic Comedy
Fri 27 Nov · McKibbin's
A weekly open mic stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed by Comedyville.
Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
Elena Gabrielle: Disturb the Vibe Comedy
Sat 28 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A stand-up comedy show by Elena Gabrielle at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
20:00 to 21:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · Elena Gabrielle - Disturb the Vibe - Montreal
The Distance Between Us and the Ground: To Take Measure Activities
Sat 28 Nov · Canadian Centre for Architecture
A workshop at the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
13:00 to 16:00 · Map · Source: Canadian Centre for Architecture
Tuesday Night Comedy Open Mic Comedy
Sat 28 Nov · McKibbin's
A weekly open mic stand-up comedy night at McKibbin's, listed by Comedyville.
Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
Remembering ACT UP Montréal Tours and walks
Sun 29 Nov · MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
A guided visit of the ACT UP Montréal exhibition at the MEM with people who contributed to its creation.
Free · Map · Source: MEM · Faire mémoire d'ACT UP Montréal
Sunday Night Improv Comedy
Sun 29 Nov · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A weekly improv show with a rotating cast of Montreal improvisers at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
18:30 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
The Distance Between Us and the Ground: To Hold the Distance Film
Sun 29 Nov · Canadian Centre for Architecture
A screening at the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
14:00 to 16:00 · Map · Source: Canadian Centre for Architecture
Brian Bahe and Friends Comedy
Tue 1 Dec · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A stand-up headline set by Brian Bahe with Montreal comedians at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
19:30 to 21:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
À corps et vins: Choreographic Tasting Dance
Thu 3 Dec, Fri 4 Dec · Agora de la danse
A choreographic tasting evening at the Agora de la danse.
Map · Source: Agora de la danse · À corps et vins - Dégustation chorégraphique
Les Jeudis du MAC at Place Ville Marie Exhibition
Thu 3 Dec · MAC at Place Ville Marie
A Thursday 5 to 7 art evening run by the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal at its Place Ville Marie space.
17:30 to 19:30 · Map · Source: Montréal centre-ville (SDC) · Les Jeudis du MAC à Place Ville Marie
La Gozadera Night Dance
4 to 5 Dec · Montreal Palladium
A dance event at Montreal Palladium, listed on the Latin Groove calendar.
$12 · 21:00 to 01:00 · Map · Source: Latin Groove
Marché des Artisans Récupérateurs 2026 Market
4 to 6 Dec · Pavillon de l'Esplanade Tranquille, 1442 rue Clark
Market of creators at the Pavillon de l'Esplanade Tranquille, corner of Sainte-Catherine, from 4 to 6 December 2026.
Free entry · Map · Source: Marché des Artisans Récupérateurs
Luke Abranches Live in Montreal Concert
Sat 5 Dec · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A live show by Luke Abranches at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
19:00 to 21:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine · Luke Abranches Live In Montreal
Saturday Sundown Comedy Comedy
Sat 5 Dec · Deli Planet Resto-Bar (Comedyville)
A very early stand-up show in English presented by Comedyville at Deli Planet Resto-Bar near Central Station.
19:00 to 20:30 · Map · Source: Comedyville · Reserve Tickets
Architecture Playtime Activities
Sun 6 Dec · Canadian Centre for Architecture
A session for young audiences at the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
11:00 to 12:00 · Map · Source: Canadian Centre for Architecture
Exhibition Tour Tours and walks
Sun 6 Dec · Canadian Centre for Architecture
A guided tour of the exhibitions at the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
13:00 to 15:30 · Map · Source: Canadian Centre for Architecture · Exhibition tours on the first Sunday of the month
Sunday Night Improv Comedy
Sun 6 Dec · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A weekly improv show with a rotating cast of Montreal improvisers at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
18:30 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
Magnum Opus Comedy
Wed 9 Dec · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A stand-up comedy night at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine on rue Sainte-Catherine Est.
20:00 to 22:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
La Gozadera Night Dance
11 to 12 Dec · Montreal Palladium
A dance event at Montreal Palladium, listed on the Latin Groove calendar.
$12 · 21:00 to 01:00 · Map · Source: Latin Groove
Zagazow Comedy
Fri 11 Dec · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A French-language stand-up comedy night at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
19:30 to 21:30 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
Sunday Night Improv Comedy
Sun 13 Dec · Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
A weekly improv show with a rotating cast of Montreal improvisers at Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
18:30 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Théâtre Sainte-Catherine

Show 3 events nearby, outside Downtown and Quartier des spectacles

Fait maison: badass stories of Montreal's QTBIPOC communities (Kama La Mackerel) Exhibition
On now, until 28 Nov · Centre des arts actuels SKOL
Exhibition by Kama La Mackerel gathering stories of Montréal's queer and trans Black, Indigenous and people of colour communities.
Wednesday to Saturday 12:00 to 17:30 · Map · Source: Centre des arts actuels SKOL · Fait maison : histoires badass des communautés QTBIPOC de Montréal
Green Snake (16mm screening) Film
Sun 22 Nov · Cinéma VA-114 (Cinéclub Film Society)
Tsui Hark's 1993 Hong Kong fantasy starring Maggie Cheung and Joey Wang, shown on a 16mm print with English subtitles.
$11 ($8 students and 65+) · 18:30 · Map · Source: Cinéclub Film Society
Animation Celebration (16mm and 35mm shorts) Film
Sun 6 Dec · Cinéma de Sève (Cinéclub Film Society)
A two hour programme of animated shorts from the club's film archive, from the 1920s to recent decades, projected mostly on 16mm and 35mm.
$11 ($8 students and 65+) · 18:30 · Map · Source: Cinéclub Film Society

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Live music in Downtown and Quartier des spectacles

Place des Arts 91 upcoming gigs
Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill 78 upcoming gigs
Le Gesù 67 upcoming gigs
MTELUS 65 upcoming gigs
Montreal Palladium 53 upcoming gigs
Salle Bourgie 30 upcoming gigs
Le Studio TD 29 upcoming gigs
Le Balcon 29 upcoming gigs
Bell Centre 28 upcoming gigs
Foufounes Électriques 26 upcoming gigs
Club Soda 22 upcoming gigs
Newspeak 17 upcoming gigs
Brutopia 10 upcoming gigs
Salle Paul-Desmarais 9 upcoming gigs
Centre Sanaaq 7 upcoming gigs
Société des arts technologiques (SAT) 5 upcoming gigs
St. George's Anglican Church 2 upcoming gigs
Église Saint-Jean l'Évangéliste (Church of St. John the Evangelist) 2 upcoming gigs
Le 9e (Grande Salle) 2 upcoming gigs
Piranha Bar 2 upcoming gigs

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