Montreal Festivals

Eureka Science Festival

June 11th - June 13th 2010 at the Quays of Old Montreal. Over 100 free fun interactive science and technology exhibits. Website

Festival Nouveau Cinema

October 13th - October 24th, 2010. Website

Festival Nuits d'Afrique

July 14-26/ 2010. Website

Francofolies Festival

The Francofolies festival takes place at Place Des Art and Surrounding area from June 10th to June 19th 2010. 1000 artists from a dozen countries, 7 outdoor stages and 180 free shows. Website

Hot Air Ballon Festival

August 14th-22nd 2010 at Saint Jean Sur Richelieu. Website

Just For Laughs Comedy Festival

The Montreal Just For laughs Festival will take place from July 14th to July 18th 2010. Website

La Fête des enfants de Montréal

August 13th - August 15th 2010 on Île-Sainte-Hélène. Featuring 100 free activities for kids 12 and under including singing, dancing music shows, games and workshops. Website

Montreal Highland Games

The Montreal Highland Games will take place on August 1st, 2010. Website

Montreal International Dragon Boat Race Festival

July 23-25/ 2010 at the Olympic Basin on Parc Jean-Drapeau. Website

Montreal International Fireworks Festival

Shows presented Saturday nights from June 12th to August 14th 2010 at La Ronde Amusement Park. Website

Montreal Jazz Festival

The world famous Montreal Jazz Festival is on from June 25th to July 6th, 2010. Numerous stages for free concerts are set up in the area, all within easy walking distance. Website

Montreal World Film Festival

The Montreal World Film Festival will take place between August 26th and September 6th 2010. Centered around Cinema Imperial. Website