Montreal

Montreal events

Montreal, "The Paris of Canada," is situated on an island in the middle of the St. Lawrence River. Within its long and rich history, this city reveals an Iroquois settlement, fur trading, capture by the English and, during the U.S. Prohibition, a brief stint as a destination for Americans looking for fun across the border. Today, that sense of fun and liveliness remains, rendering Montreal Quebec's cultural capital and providing visitors with entertainment options galore.

Montreal venues

Considered an essential stop on any North American concert tour, Montreal plays host to some of the biggest names in the music industry. Fans can catch live performances at popular Montreal ticket venues such as Metropolis or the Bell Centre (or Centre Bell, if you're a French speaker, as many here are). Parc Jean-Drapeau, which once hosted a World Fair, is another favorite place to catch live music in an outdoor setting.

As a major city, Montreal is also the host of several major festivals each year, including the Montreal International Jazz Festival, the largest jazz festival in the world, and the POP Montreal International Music Festival.

Also at the Bell Centre, fans can catch an NHL match involving the Montreal Canadiens - Montreal's only Big 4 team. Other city teams include the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League and the Montreal Impact of Major League Soccer.