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1 – See the eclipse of the century
Impressive. It was an event not to be missed this April 8: the moon passed in front of the sun, creating a total solar eclipse at 3:26 PM in Montreal.
I hope you enjoyed it: the next total eclipse will be visible in Quebec on July 17, 2205, according to the Astronomy Society of the Montreal Planetarium.
To mark the occasion, free events were held in several locations:
2 – An exhibition dedicated to the moon
To stay in this magical atmosphere, head to the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts to discover the creations of “Wanda Koop: Who Owns the Moon”. This is the very first solo museum exhibition in Quebec for the Vancouver-based artist.
Wanda Koop will be unveiling new works featuring the moon. This event “invites us to reflect on our relationship with history, memory and the torments of our times”, according to the museum.
3 – Popularizing science for children
At the Planetarium, children will enjoy following the adventures of Kentucky the chicken and J.O.S, a dreamy robot assistant. In the film “Total Eclipse: In Search of Lost Sleep,” they will discover the different types of eclipses.
For film schedules, click here.
4 – Budding astronomers and spectacular constellations
The Montreal Planetarium Astronomy Society will offer two lectures hosted by Damien Lemay and Sebastian Sajarof to its members only. A great opportunity to exchange with enthusiasts.
The eclipse of the century marks the kickoff for Parc Jean-Drapeau’s 150th anniversary activities. A host of events will take place to mark this occasion. Among the outdoor activities, we suggest:
To stay up to date with Parc Jean-Drapeau’s spring programming, click here.
Montreal’s 500 km of back alleys, perfect places for encounters and daydreaming, often allow you to (re)discover your city. A new book has just been released, titled “Ruelles”.
This work, which offers several routes from Hochelaga to Villeray, passing through Rosemont and Le Plateau, also features contributions from Michel Tremblay, Pierre Huet, and Michel Rivard.
Here are 10 routes from this book to explore the city:
Bike lovers have been waiting for spring for a long time: pedaling without a hat or gloves, hair in the wind.
Even though the BIXI service is offered 365 days a year in seven boroughs as part of a pilot project, the official kickoff of the season will take place on April 15, 2024.
It will also see the return of the Go vélo Montréal Festival, from May 26 to June 2, 2024. The event will feature:
The 30th Mondial de la bière is an opportunity to discover unique imports: this year, Belgian, Brazilian and French beers will be in the spotlight. A total of 400 products will be available for tasting.
Fans of Asian cuisine are sure to be satisfied with these three not-to-be-missed spring events:
As for First Fridays, they will return in June. This monthly gathering is dedicated to Montreal street food.
The festival season has well and truly begun in the metropolis. Here’s a roundup of events to put in your diary.
For your expenses in Montreal’s restaurants, bars, or bistros, maximize your points accumulation with one of these cards:
These cards give 5 points per dollar spent, allowing you to quickly earn enough rewards to redeem for your next trips (or simply as a statement credit).
Take your time. Discover the activities and charm of Montreal at your own pace. How about staying a night in the heart of the city, for free or at a low price?
By using reward points, you could treat yourself. Among the credit cards in the country, those linked to the Marriott Bonvoy program offer a very attractive welcome bonus that would easily cover the cost of a night’s stay.
Not sure which Marriott Bonvoy hotel to choose? Here are our reviews in Montreal:
Savings this way:
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