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9 Things To Do In Montreal This Weekend

It can't come fast enough.
Contributing Writer

This weekend, there are lots of things to do in Montreal, like trying new food, checking out a festival and exploring the city now that it's finally getting warmer.

However you decide to spend your weekend, make it yours and make sure to take some time for yourself — you deserve it.

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Visit The Last Weekend Of The Cabane Panache Festival

Price: Free

When: Until April 2

Where: Promenade Wellington, Verdun

Why You Need To Check It Out: Celebrate the sweetest time of the year in a COVID-friendly way that combines two of Montreal's loves: festivals and maple syrup.

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Explore Illumi's Springtime Edition

Price: $19.50+ per adult on foot

When: April 1-11, 2021

Where: 2805, boulevard du Souvenir, Laval, QC

Why You Need To Go: For a little cheerful light in your life.

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Try Giant Square Roman Pizza 

Price: Prices range from $9-20

When: Order online

Why You Need To Try It: Chef Giuseppe Sacchetti has been perfecting his pizza for over a decade, according to MTL Blog's Alex Melki.

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Go On A Colourful Walking Tour

Where: Throughout Montreal

Why You Need To Check It Out: After a grey winter, we could probably all use a little colour right about now.

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Discover The Mile End's New Vintage Shop

Address: Seconde Vintage; 5274, boul. Saint-Laurent, Montreal, QC

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thursday, Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Why You Need To Check It Out: You'll find some awesome finds at this upscale vintage store.

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Plan A Boho Picnic

When: From April 1

Why You Need To Check It Out: It's sure to be another amazing summer of picnics, so start planning to make it one to remember.

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Pick Up Some Takeout & Have Your First Picnic Of The Season

Where: Throughout Montreal

Why You Need To Check It Out: If you don't want to have a professional picnic, you can do some classic takeout and head to one of Montreal's beautiful parks.

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Get Some Wild Cinnamon Buns

Price: $20-24 for six, $36-44 for 12

Where: Mr. Cinna-Man, Online

Why You Need To Check It Out: These cinnamon buns take the classic dessert to a whole other level with flavours like strawberry cheesecake and oreo.

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Get A Taste Of The Summer At The Botanical Garden's Greenhouses

Price: $16.50 for adults

When: Select time slots; reserve online

Address: 4101, rue Sherbrooke E., Montreal

Why You Need To Go: Parts of Montreal might still be damp and grey, but these themed greenhouses are lush and waiting to be explored.

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.

  • Contributing Writer

    Gabi Sandler is a contributing writer for MTL Blog. She has a medial degree in Drama and Psychology from Queen's University and a certificate in Public Relations from Ryerson University. With a definite case of the travel bug mixed with the pride and comfort she feels when she's home in Canada, Gabi wants to share her passion for the world with... the world!

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