Griffintown and Little Burgundy
A canal, a clock-tower market and a row of dinner reservations
The Lachine Canal runs through this part of town, and the Atwater Market stands on its bank. Notre-Dame Ouest has the antique shops, and a short block of restaurants that fill up on weeknights. The Bell Centre is at the eastern edge.
Start at the canal. Parks Canada runs the site as a 14.5 km path from the Old Port to Lachine, open from sunrise to 11 p.m. The Peel Basin is the Griffintown stretch. Lock transits in 2026 ended on 12 October, so the water is quieter now.
Notre-Dame Ouest is the other spine. Antique shops cluster from Guy Street west toward Atwater, and the Joe Beef, Liverpool House and Le Vin Papillon trio sits around 2491 to 2519. All three are closed Sunday and Monday.
Getting there
Lionel-Groulx (Green and Orange lines) and Charlevoix (Green line) are the stations for the Atwater Market and the canal. Buses 35, 36 and 108 stop at the market. For the Peel Basin, take bus 61 from McGill or Square-Victoria, or bus 107 from Peel. The Bell Centre is linked to Bonaventure and Lucien-L'Allier on the Orange line.
What to see
The Atwater Market is at 155 Avenue Greene, with the clock tower facing the canal. Inside are butchers, bakers, fishmongers and produce stalls. The canal path starts right outside, and the Peel Basin is a short bus ride east.
Hockey fans can look at the Bell Centre at 1909 Avenue des Canadiens-de-Montréal. The venue site had no tour dates when checked, so plan around a game or concert instead.
Where to eat and drink
Joe Beef, Liverpool House and Le Vin Papillon each open at 17:00 Tuesday to Saturday. Liverpool House stays open to 23:00, and the other two close at 22:30. Reservations go through OpenTable, and Le Vin Papillon also takes calls at 514-439-6494.
Burgundy Lion at 2496 Notre-Dame Ouest is the later option, with quiz and comedy nights and a big whisky list.
Good to know
Greet staff with Bonjour, hi, and most will switch to whichever language you start in. Tipping is expected at sit-down restaurants. The canal's terraces and boat traffic are a May to October thing, and the antique shops keep their own hours.
Nearby neighbourhoods
Saint-Henri Brick streets, a first-wave roaster and a cocktail bar open until 3 
Westmount Lookouts, a free conservatory and a Mies van der Rohe landmark 
Downtown and Quartier des spectacles Museums on Sherbrooke, festivals at Place des Arts and a city under the streets 
Chinatown Dumplings, dim sum and bakery buns on a few short blocks The best of Griffintown and Little Burgundy
Things to do in Griffintown and Little Burgundy
What's on in Griffintown and Little Burgundy
Local events in the next 30 days, read from the ward, park and organiser pages each one links to.
Atwater Market Market
Every day. Next: Fri 13 Nov · Marché Atwater
An Art Deco public market from 1933 beside the Lachine Canal, open in summer and winter. Walls are put up around the first frosts and taken down when it warms.
Free entry · Mon to Fri 09:00 to 18:00, Sat and Sun 09:00 to 17:00 · Map · Source: Marchés publics de Montréal · Marché Atwater
Emerging Artists Exhibition Grand Opening Night Exhibition
Fri 13 Nov · Montreal Art Center and Museum
The opening night of an exhibition of works by local emerging artists.
Free · 18:00 to 21:00 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum
Montréal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche (NHL) Sport
Sat 14 Nov · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Colorado Avalanche in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
19:00 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche
Open Mic Night Activities
Sat 14 Nov · Montreal Art Center
An open mic for musicians, singers and poets across all genres at the Montreal Art Center.
18:00 to 23:00 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum
Screening: The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl Film
Sat 14 Nov · Montreal Art Center and Museum
A screening of the film The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl at the Montreal Art Center and Museum.
From $0.00 to $10.00 · 15:00 to 16:30 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum · Projection: The adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl
Sat 14 Nov · Montreal Art Center and Museum
A screening of the film The Lobster at the Montreal Art Center and Museum.
From $0.00 to $10.00 · 18:00 to 20:00 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum · Projection: The Lobster
Christopher Varady-Szabo: Après la pluie, la boue Exhibition
On now, until 15 Nov · Fonderie Darling
An exhibition by Christopher Varady-Szabo at the Fonderie Darling visual art centre, open Wednesday to Sunday.
$8 (on donation Thursdays) · 12:00 to 19:00 · Map · Source: Darling Foundry · Christopher Varady-Szabo / Après la pluie, la boue
ELEKTRA Biennale 2026: F(R)ICTION, art and games Exhibition
On now, until 15 Nov · Arsenal art contemporain Montréal, 2020 rue William
Eighth ELEKTRA biennale of digital arts, an exhibition on video games as an art form, from 15 October to 15 November 2026.
Map · Source: ELEKTRA Montréal · Biennale ELEKTRA 2026 : F(R)ICTION, art et jeux
Shanie Tomassini: Solar Lamentation Exhibition
On now, until 15 Nov · Fonderie Darling
An exhibition by Shanie Tomassini at the Fonderie Darling visual art centre, open Wednesday to Sunday.
$8 (on donation Thursdays) · 12:00 to 19:00 · Map · Source: Darling Foundry · Shanie Tomassini / Solar Lamentation
Comedy Night at Burgundy Lion Comedy
Every Wednesday. Next: Wed 18 Nov · Burgundy Lion
A weekly comedy night hosted by Erik Intrevado with local comedians and guests. Entry is free for customers with a one-drink minimum, if space permits.
Free with a one-drink minimum · Wednesdays 20:00 · Map · Source: Burgundy Lion · Soirée d'humour au Burgundy Lion
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Christmas Artisan Market Market
21 to 22 Nov · Montreal Art Center
A weekend market of 30 local makers selling handmade jewelry, knits, festive treats and gifts.
from 11:00 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum · Christmas Artisan Market 2026
Montréal Canadiens vs Philadelphia Flyers (NHL) Sport
Sat 21 Nov · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Philadelphia Flyers in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
19:00 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Philadelphia Flyers
Montréal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings (NHL) Sport
Mon 23 Nov · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Los Angeles Kings in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
19:30 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings
Film Club Night: V for Vendetta Film
Thu 26 Nov · Montreal Art Center
A film club evening screening V for Vendetta at the Montreal Art Center.
From $0 to $15 · 18:00 to 21:20 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum
Open Mic / New Talents with Rully Marten Theatre and shows
Thu 26 Nov · Montreal Art Center and Museum
An open mic night in the Montreal Art Center Café featuring Rully Marten.
18:30 to 23:30 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum
Screening: Clueless Film
Sat 28 Nov · Montreal Art Center and Museum
A screening of the film Clueless at the Montreal Art Center and Museum.
15:00 to 17:40 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum · Projection: Clueless
Montréal Canadiens vs Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) Sport
Wed 2 Dec · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Tampa Bay Lightning in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
19:30 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Tampa Bay Lightning
Art Bingo Fundraiser Activities
Thu 3 Dec · Fonderie Darling
A bingo night held as a fundraising event for the Fonderie Darling visual art centre.
18:00 to 23:00 · Map · Source: Darling Foundry · Art Bingo
'I'll Carry You With Me' by Jane Aimée Soleil Exhibition
4 to 11 Dec · Montreal Art Center
An exhibition of portraits of women by Jane Aimée Soleil at the Montreal Art Center.
from 11:00 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum · 'I'll Carry You With Me' Exhibit by Jane Aimée Soleil
Montréal Canadiens vs Florida Panthers (NHL) Sport
Sat 5 Dec · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Florida Panthers in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
13:00 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Florida Panthers
Montréal Canadiens vs Ottawa Senators (NHL) Sport
Sun 6 Dec · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Ottawa Senators in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
19:00 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Ottawa Senators
Montréal Canadiens vs Vegas Golden Knights (NHL) Sport
Tue 8 Dec · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Vegas Golden Knights in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
19:00 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Vegas Golden Knights
Montréal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks (NHL) Sport
Thu 10 Dec · Bell Centre
Montréal Canadiens host Anaheim Ducks in a NHL game at Bell Centre.
19:00 · Map · Source: NHL · Montréal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks
Les 3'PS Live! Concert
Sat 12 Dec · Gallery Club 1832
A live set by the jazz fusion trio Les 3 P'S at Gallery Club 1832.
18:30 to 23:00 · Map · Source: Montreal Art Center & Museum
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Éveil musical 0-2 ans Activities
Sat 14 Nov · Bibliothèque Saint-Charles
Interactive music workshop where babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2 handle instruments and sing.
Free, registration required · 10:30 to 11:30 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
Workshop: scientifique : L'œil humain, par Les Neurones atomiques Activities
Sat 14 Nov · Bibliothèque Saint-Charles
Science workshop for ages 5 to 13 by Les Neurones atomiques on how the eye sees, using an optics ramp with screens, lenses and candles.
Free, registration required · 13:00 to 14:00 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal · Atelier scientifique : L'œil humain, par Les Neurones atomiques
Didi raconte Activities
Tue 17 Nov · Bibliothèque Réjean-Ducharme
Gentle or active story hour with words, songs and nursery rhymes for children aged 0 to 2.
Free, registration required · 10:30 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
Mange, lis, aime : La banalité d’un tir, de Mali Navia Talks and readings
Sat 21 Nov · Centre Sanaaq
Book and food session discussing Mali Navia's novel La banalité d'un tir while tasting Colombian dishes.
Free · 11:00 to 12:00 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
Didi raconte Activities
Tue 1 Dec · Bibliothèque Réjean-Ducharme
Gentle or active story hour with words, songs and nursery rhymes for children aged 0 to 2.
Free, registration required · 10:30 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
L'heure du conte avec Nadine Activities
Sat 5 Dec · Bibliothèque Saint-Charles
Story hour with Nadine for children aged 3 to 5, with stories, songs and games.
Free, registration required · 10:30 to 11:30 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
Mange, lis, aime : Rapatriement, d’Ève Guerra Talks and readings
Sat 5 Dec · Centre Sanaaq
Book and food session discussing Ève Guerra's Rapatriement while tasting Congolese dishes.
Free · 11:00 to 12:00 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
L'heure du conte avec Nadine Activities
Tue 8 Dec · Bibliothèque Réjean-Ducharme
Story hour with Nadine featuring stories, nursery rhymes and games for young children and their parents.
Free, registration required · 10:30 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
Éveil musical 0-2 ans Activities
Sat 12 Dec · Bibliothèque Saint-Charles
Interactive music workshop where babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2 handle instruments and sing.
Free, registration required · 10:30 to 11:30 · Map · Source: Ville de Montréal
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