28 Free Things To Do In Montreal This March
It's beginning to look a lot like spring!
- As we do every month, MTL Blog is here to update you on the many free things to do in Montreal this March.
- Check out our list of 28 ideas about what to do around the city this month without spending a dime below!
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March can feel bittersweet; it feels like the relentless onslaught of winter is finally coming to an end but the slush and unpleasant mess of the city can be a bit demoralizing. Yet we still can't wait to uncover the new, shiny season; as Leonard Cohen wrote, "in Montreal spring is like an autopsy." What elevates March during the month is the number of events, festivals, and all-around free things to do in the city.
We are far away from the money-trap that is the holidays but saving money while having fun or trying out something new is always on the cards.
With the places on this list, you can feel like a kid again by taking advantage of the last days of snow or attending a nostalgic '90s exhibit. You can even lean more towards some cultural activities like art and film exhibitions.
Or see where you stand in life with a new job or by testing your trivia knowledge (and winning prizes).
Whatever you're in the mood for this March, keep reading to learn more about the 28 free things to do this month that are completely free and totally worth every (lack of) penny spent.
Celebrate The End Of Winter At Les Jardineries
When: January 18 – March 22
Where: 4141, Pierre-de Coubertin; Parc Olympic
Be A Kid Again With The Bay's '90s "Nostalgia Project"
When: February 21 – March 9
Where: 585, rue Sainte-Catherine O.
Experience Spring Break (and An Alpaca) at Pointe-à-Callière
When: February 29 – March 7; 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: 350 Place Royale; Pointe-à-Callière
Get Involved In North America's Largest Student-Run Art Matters Festival
When: February 29 – March 22
Where: Locations around Montreal
Take a look at the events and workshops!
Go Underground With The Art Souterrain Festival
When: February 29 – March 22
Where: Locations around Montreal
Go For One Last Tubing Day At Centre De La Nature
When: Early March before the snow leaves
Where: 901, ave du Parc, Laval
Check Out The Reflections On My Skin Exhibit
When: March 3 – March 7
Where: 372, rue Sainte-Catherine O.
Get A Free Makeup Session With Max Beauty
When: March 7; 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: 5676, ave. Macdonald
Hang Out With Puppies At Le Doggy Café
When: March 7; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: 4701, rue St-Denis
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Say Goodbye To Tons Of Winter Sports At Barbegazi
When: March 7 – 8; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Parc Olympic (Entrance PIE IX / Sherbrooke)
Have Some Laughs At Comedy Village
When: (every Sunday) March 8; 9 p.m.
Where: 1245, rue Saint-André
Test Your Knowledge At The Best Damn Trivia in Montreal at 4 Origines
When: (every Monday) March 9; 7:15 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Where: 1304, rue Saint-Patrick; Microbrasserie 4 Origine
Listen To Some Blues With The Sonny Wolf Band
When: March 9 – March 11
Where: 1627, rue Saint-Denis; Bistro a Jojo
Rush In Spring (And Have a Drink) At These Adorable Pastel Spots
When: Anytime
Where: Locations around Montreal
Give Yourself A Chance At The Happiness Program
When: March 11; 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Where: 6380, rue Sherbrooke O.
Meet Hundreds Of Potential Employers At The Montreal Job Fair
When: March 11; 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: 999 Rue Saint Urbain
Walk Through The Flohmarkt Vintage Street Wear Pop Up
When: March 14 – 15; 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: 4190, rue St-Denis
Enjoy One Of The Last Chances To Skate On Beaver Lake
When: Before March 15 (check the website for updated dates)
Where: 2000, Chemin Remembrance; Beaver Lake
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Get Sweaty With All Day Yoga Classes
When: March 14; 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: 954, rue Sainte-Catherine O.
Learn About Environmental Sustainability
When: March 16 – 18
Where: 7141, rue Sherbrooke O. & 1450, rue Guy
Take In The International Festival Of Films On Art
When: March 17 – 29
Where: Locations around Montreal
Take a look at the free activities!
Take Part In The Biggest Urban Lumberjack Festival, Cabane Panache
When: March 19 – 22
Where: rue Wellington, Verdun
Innovate At Montreal's Digital Spring Installations
When: March 22 – June 21; Daily, 10 a.m.
Where: Quartier des Spectacles
Wear Green At The St. Patrick's Day Parade
When: March 22; 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: rue Sainte-Catherine (leaves from du Fort)
Take A Bike Ride Along Lachine Canal
When: Anytime — as soon as it's nice out!
Where: Lachine Canal
Meet New Friends At A Potluck With The Supper Society
When: March 28; 7 p.m. – 10 p.m
Where: 4819, ave. de l'Hôtel-de-Ville
Be A Kid Again At Montreal ToyCon Convention
When: March 29; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: 7000, Place Robert Joncas; Courtyard by Marriott Montreal Airport
Celebrate Greek Independence Day At The Greek Parade
When: March 29; 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Park Extension (exact location to be announced)
Doesn't your wallet feel better already?