MONTREAL FESTIVALS
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Known for its incredible joie de vivre, it's no wonder that Montreal plays host to a multitude of festivals and events all year long. Rich
in diversity, appealing to a wide range of tastes, there is something special for everybody!
January
La Fête des Neiges
The largest outdoor winter event in Montreal.
January 22 - February 6, 2005
http://www.fetedesneiges.com
Banff Mountain Film Festival
The world's best mountain films bring the spirit of adventure to life on the screen.
January 27 - 30, 2005
http://www.banffcentre.ca
February
La Fête des Neiges
The largest outdoor winter event in Montreal.
January 22 - February 6, 2005
http://www.fetedesneiges.com
Festival Voix d'Amériques
A festival dedicated to oral literature, and to words brought to life with flair and outrageous experimentation.
February 11-18, 2005
www.fva.ca
Red Weekend
A four-day party extravaganza that Montreal's gay and lesbian community looks forward to every year!
February 10-13, 2005
http://www.bbcm.org
Montreal High Lights
Three festivals in one: the Hydro-Québec Celebration of Light, the SAQ Dining Experience and, of course, the Festival's prestigious cultural
program, now named Sun Life Financial Performing Arts.
February 17-27, 2005
http://www.montrealenlumiere.com
Les rendez-vous du cinéma québécois
A celebration of Quebec's cinema industry.
February 17-27, 2005
www.rvcq.com
Montreal International Children's Film Festival
A film festival entirely dedicated to children.
February 26 - March 6, 2005
www.cinemabeaubien.com/fifem/
March
Montreal International Children's Film Festival
A film festival entirely dedicated to children.
February 26 - March 6, 2005
www.cinemabeaubien.com/fifem/
Festivalissimo
The most important multidisciplinary cultural event in Montreal and in Canada displaying the Iberian-Latin American arts.
March 3-28, 2004
www.festivalissimo.net
International Festival of Films on Art
The only festival in North America specializing in films on art.
March 10-20, 2005
www.artfifa.com
St. Patrick's Day
Every year thousands of Montrealers head downtown to cheer on the annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade.
March 13, 2005
www.montrealirishparade.com
Montreal's White Party Week - Bal en Blanc 10th Edition
White Party Week invites you to celebrate the arrival of spring, five days of partying to remind everyone that fun and music are potent
weapons to bridge the distance between people.
March 24-28, 2005
balenblanc.com
Blue Metropolis
Montreal international literary festival.
March 30 - April 3, 2005
www.blue-met-bleu.com
April
Blue Metropolis
Montreal international literary festival.
March 30 - April 3, 2005
www.blue-met-bleu.com
Festival Vue sur la Relève - 10th Edition
April 6-17, 2005
Vues d'Afrique - African & Creole Film Festival
The biggest film festival devoted to Africa and Creole countries in North America.
April 14-24, 2005
www.vuesdafrique.org
Music and People Festival - 14th Edition
A creative venture based on risk and on commissioning new works, seeking out up-and-coming groups and fostering positive culture shock.
April 19 - April 24, 2005
www.musiquemultimontreal.com
May
Montreal Jewish Film Festival
The Montreal Jewish Film Festival celebrates the diversity of the Jewish experience around the world.
May 10-19, 2005
www.mjff.qc.ca
Elektra Festival
The ultimate digital art works stemming from the international scene.
May 11-15, 2005
www.elektrafestival.ca
Hot & Dry Weekend
The Hot & Dry Weekend is the second largest event organized by The BBCM Foundation!
May 19-23, 2005
http://www.bbcm.org
The International Acadian / Cajun Festival of Québec
A unique opportunity to discover and share the rich Acadian heritage and culture through its history, music, songs, dances, stories, arts
and crafts, traditional foods and genealogy.
May 20-23, 2005
www.acadieenfete.ca
Montreal Women's World Cup Cyclng Event
One of the most arduous stops on the women's World Cup circuit.
May 28, 2005
www.world-cup-cycling.org
Théâtres du Monde
In alternate years with the Festival de théâtre des Amériques, Théâtres du Monde (TM) presents the most striking plays of contemporary theatre.
Not taking place in 2005
www.fta.qc.ca
June
The Montreal Bike Fest
Montreal Bike Festival is the perfect way to kick off the cycling season and get those feet pedalling again!
May 29 - June 5, 2005
www.velo.qc.ca
Mutek
A major happening dedicated to electronic music and sound creation.
May 30 - June 5, 2005
www.mutek.ca
Mondial de la bière
The Mondial de la bière is the most important international beer event in North America.
June 1-5, 2005
www.festivalmondialbiere.qc.ca
Nuit Blanche sur Tableau Noir
THE street painting event in Montreal.
June 9-12, 2005
www.tableaunoir.com
Saint-Ambroise Fringe Festival
A celebration of independent theatre, dance, music, and visual arts.
June 9-19, 2005
www.montrealfringe.ca
Rendez-vous montréalais 2005
de musique amateur
The Rendez-vous montréalais 2005
de musique amateur is another unique occasion for Montrealers to showcase their creativity and enjoy
several talented amateur musicians.
June 12, 2005
www2.ville.montreal.qc.ca/festivitesculturelles
Montreal First People's Festival
A spectacular event highlighting the diverse and fascinating cultures of Quebec's First Nations Peoples.
June 13-22, 2005
www.nativelynx.qc.ca
Grand Prix du Canada
A world-class event that brings together the best professional race-car drivers in the sport today!
June 10-12, 2005
www.grandprix.ca
Mondial SAQ - Fireworks Competition
Celebrate 20 dazzling years of the Montréal International Fireworks Competition at La Ronde.
June 18 - July 30, 2005
www.lemondialsaq.com
Saint-Jean Baptiste
Québec's national celebration!
June 24, 2005
www.cfn.org
July
Mondial SAQ - Fireworks Competition
Celebrate 20 dazzling years of the Montréal International Fireworks Competition at La Ronde.
June 18 - July 30, 2005
www.lemondialsaq.com
Gay Artfest 2004 (Festival des arts du village)
The Festival is the launching pad for many artists, be they from here or elsewhere, established in their art or just getting started.
June 30 - July 3, 2005
www.festivaldesarts.org
Montreal International Jazz Festival
Montreal International Jazz Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary!
June 30 - July 10, 2005
www.montrealjazzfest.com
Canada Day - Célafête
July 1, 2005
www.celafete.ca
Festival International de Lanaudière
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Folk and traditional dance and music Festival. Concerts, dancing to the finest callers, workshops, songs and stories for the entire family.
August 24-28, 2005
www.spdtq.qc.ca/rencontre/rencontre.htm
World Film Festival
The most highly attended film festival in the Western world.
August 26 - September 5, 2005
www.ffm-montreal.org
Molson Indy
The cars and stars of the Champ Car World Series return!
August 27-29, 2004
www.molsonindy.com
September
World Film Festival
The most highly attended film festival in the Western world.
August 26 - September 5, 2005
www.ffm-montreal.org
Festival Western de St-Tite
One of the most popular country and western festivals in North America!
September 9-18, 2005
www.festivalwestern.com
The Magic of Lanterns
It's a dazzling show you won't want to miss!
September 9 - October 31, 2005
Festival de la santé Oasis
Cycling, inline skating, walking, running... activities for the entire family!
September 11, 2005
www.festivaldelasante.com
Montreal FilmFest
The New Montreal FilmFest will be presented this fall in conjunction with Le Festival du nouveau cinema.
September 18-25, 2005
www.montrealfilmfest.com
Orgue et Couleurs
A tribute to the versatility and appeal of the organ.
September 24 - October 3, 2004
www.orgueetcouleurs.com
La Biennale
The 4th Biennale de Montréal will focus on the development of public spaces, urban planning, the safeguard of open public spaces, and public art.
September 24 - October 31, 2004
www.ciac.ca/biennale2004/
Pop Montreal
The festival is young, vibrant, relevant and, most importantly, a really great time.
September 29 - October 2, 2004
www.popmontreal.com
October
The Magic of Lanterns
It's a dazzling show you won't want to miss!
September 10 - October 31, 2004
Orgue et Couleurs
A tribute to the versatility and appeal of the organ.
September 24 - October 3, 2004
www.orgueetcouleurs.com
La Biennale
The 4th Biennale de Montréal will focus on the development of public spaces, urban planning, the safeguard of open public spaces, and public art.
September 24 - October 31, 2004
www.ciac.ca/biennale2004/
Pop Montreal
The festival is young, vibrant, relevant and, most importantly, a really great time.
September 29 - October 2, 2004
www.popmontreal.com
Black & Blue
The Black & Blue is a multimedia major show and party.
October 6-12, 2004
www.bbcm.org
Le Festival international de films de Montréal / New Montreal FilmFest
The New Montreal FilmFest will be presented this fall in conjunction with Le Festival du nouveau cinema.
October 12-23, 2005
www.montrealfilmfest.com
Montreal International Festival of New Media and New Cinema
A festival dedicated to promoting up-and-coming talents in the world of independent films.
October 14-24, 2004
www.fcmm.com
November
Coup de Coeur Francophone
A festival promoting French music across the country.
November 4-14, 2004
www.coupdecoeur.qc.ca
December
Bal des Boys
A big party to celebrate the new year!
December 31, 2004
www.bbcm.org
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