Celebrate the Best of Montréal, One Festival at a Time

Montréal is a city that knows how to throw a party. No matter the season, there's always a festival happening somewhere, from massive music events and open-air food feasts to cultural showcases, comedy marathons, and dazzling winter light shows. Whether you're into indie films, jazz legends, electronic beats, or just want to eat your weight in poutine, Montréal’s festival calendar has something for everyone.

This page highlights some of the city’s most iconic annual festivals, giving you key info on what to expect, when to go, how much it costs, and where to buy tickets. Whether you're visiting for a few days or settling in long-term, these events are a great way to dive into the culture, connect with others, and experience Montréal’s creative pulse up close.

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Jazz Festival

Free (outdoor), varied

June 26 – July 5, 2025

Osheaga

CA$199–345

August 1 – 3, 2025

MURAL

Free

June 5 – 15, 2025

îLESONIQ

CA$250–370

August 9 – 10, 2025

LASSO

~CA$162–216

August 15 – 16, 2025

Piknic Électronik

From CA$24

Sundays May 18 – Oct 12, 2025

Igloofest

Full pass ~CA$40–60/ev

Jan 16 – Feb 8, 2025

Fantasia Film Festival

Varies

July 16 – August 3, 2025

La Poutine Week

CA$10–15 per poutine

Feb 1–7, 2025