8 Things To Do In Montreal That Don't Break Any Red Alert Rules

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Weekends in Montreal are a special time. Not only do we get to take some time off work, but we get the time to explore our magical city. Although the city may currently be under red alert, there are still a number of things to do in Montreal this weekend — whether safely outside or in your apartment.

From indulging in buckets of fried chicken to finally visiting Montreal's drive-in theatre, there are tons of opportunities to make the most of your few days off.

There's even a spectacular Halloween village to visit just a little outside of the city.

And of course, there are still multiple things you can get up to from the comfort of your own home!

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Try An At-Home Workout With A Montreal Trainer

Why You Need To Try: To keep your body moving — even while the city's gyms are closed.

Go See A Drive-In Movie

Price: $40 per car

When: October 16 & 17

Address: 8315, Chemin Royden, Mont-Royal, QC; Royalmount Drive-In Event Theatre

Why You Need To Go: To enjoy a fun-filled and COVID safe activity.

Discover New Local Brands

Address: Various companies in Montreal

Why You Need To Go: To find local businesses to support instead of big corporations.

Grab A Fall-Inspired Drink

Address: Various places in Montreal

Why You Need To Go: To sip on a comforting fall-inspired drink while the leaves are still all colourful.

Drive Through A Halloween Village Made Of 15-Million Lights

Price: $29.50 for the driver; Passenger prices vary by age and toddlers are free

When: October 9 - November 1

Address: 2805, boul. du Souvenir, Laval, Quebec 

Why You Need To Go: To experience this incredible display of lights that will take your breath away.

Buy A New Green Friend At This Pop-Up Plant Sale

When: October 16 and 17, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Address: 1800, ave. Mcgill College, Montreal, QC; Leaves Cafe

Why You Need To Go: 'Cause you can never have too many plants.

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Order A Massive Bucket Of Fried Chicken

Address: Various Montreal restaurants will deliver

Why You Need To Go: Because who doesn't love some crispy goodness?

Watch Netflix Movies Filmed In Montreal

Why You Need To Go: To watch films you haven't seen before and get excited over spotting different Montreal locations in them.

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