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Montreal's Disney-like sculpture garden is in full bloom and it's free to visit

Summer in Montreal brings us no shortage of things to do. But if you're looking for a healthy dose of nature without leaving the city or spending a dime, there's a spot on Île Notre-Dame that's hitting its peak right about now.

The Mosaïcultures at the Jardins des Floralies are open all year, but they save their best for the warm months. From May through September, close to half a million flowers and plants come into bloom, turning the Parc Jean-Drapeau gardens into some of the most striking living art anywhere in Montreal. And right now, at the tail end of June, things are really starting to pop.

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Montreal's fireworks festival is back and you can catch dazzling displays every week

Montreal's summer fireworks season is nearly here, and this year's edition comes with a milestone attached.

L'International des Feux Loto-Québec returns to La Ronde on Thursday, July 2, kicking off a month-plus of music-synced fireworks that run through August 6. Now in its 40th edition, the competition pulls together some of the best pyrotechnic teams in the world to light up the Montreal skyline, and to mark the anniversary, organizers say firms that won past editions are joining forces for the occasion.

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You can watch 40 movies for free under the stars in Montreal this summer

If your summer plans are looking a little light on the cultural side, here's an easy (that won't cost you a dime).

Cinéma sous les étoiles, now in its 17th edition, is returning to parks across Montreal from June 25 to August 30, 2026, with 40 free outdoor documentary screenings spread across 17 different locations in the city.

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A flower farm near Montreal lets you pick bouquets in fields straight out of a fairytale

Every summer, a farm less than an hour from Montreal turns its fields over to one of the more quietly magical events in the region. FestiFleurs at La Belle de Coteau-du-Lac has been drawing people out of the city for years now, and the 2026 edition is officially on the calendar.

For those who've never heard of it, the premise of the annual event is pretty simple. The farm in Coteau-du-Lac, in the Montérégie region, opens its flower fields to visitors across five weekends in July and August. Over 200 varieties of blooms are spread across the property, and guests are welcome to wander through, pick their favourites and put together their own bouquet to take home.

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Nespresso's pop-up social club in Montreal is serving iced coffees, design inspo & more

This summer, Montrealers will have a new excuse to linger over their coffee.

Nespresso presents Le Studio Café, an exclusive pop-up event running from June 18 to 21 on the corner of Sherbrooke and St-Laurent. The space will be open from 2-7 p.m. on Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Friday to Sunday.

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Montreal has a European beer spa and you can soak in beer baths while you sip

It's not so common to associate beer with health and well-being, but that's just what Bains Ninkasi does.

This Montreal spa, located near Place-des-Arts metro station, celebrates the power of natural beer ingredients as a Nordic wellness approach, merging hops and aromatic herbs to create a multisensory restorative experience with active compounds that are good for the skin and body.

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This new Montreal experience puts you in a live spy thriller with no two missions the same

If you've ever dreamed of being a secret agent, Spy Game is about to blow your mind. Opening June 11 at Quartier DIX30, it's the next generation of immersive gaming, and it's unlike anything Montreal has seen before.

The concept is simple but thrilling: You and your team of 2-6 players are sent undercover to infiltrate a dangerous cult, uncover their secrets and take down the enemy.

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The Habs are hosting a 5K Fun Run and runners get t-shirts, medals and an after party

As if the Habs haven't already brought Montrealers immense joy with their Playoffs performance this year, they're planning something else that'll keep the good vibes rolling this summer.

In partnership with Aquaphor, the Montreal Canadiens have launched their very first 5K Fun Run. Registrations are open now, and it looks like it'll be an awesome day.

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Quebec has a new tropical lagoon with a waterfall and it's less than an hour from Montreal

One of Quebec's most popular water parks is getting its biggest makeover in years, and the new addition looks a lot less like a waterslide retreat and a lot more like a resort pool in Cancun.

Super Aqua Club, located about 40 minutes from Montreal in Pointe-Calumet, is set to unveil a brand-new Tropical Lagoon when the park opens in June 2026. The project represents a $7 million investment and expands the park's footprint by roughly 10%.

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The Leafs' William Nylander reveals his bucket list picks in Montreal for coffee, drinks & food

Formula 1® season is ramping up, and with it, tons of folks are heading to Montreal for FORMULA 1 LENOVO GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2026 to get a piece of the excitement and explore the city.

Hockey superstar William Nylander is gearing up for trackside action, and he has some solid picks for local spots to check out next time you're in Montreal.

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From FREE to VIP: Where to party in Montreal during the 2026 Grand Prix

It's that time of year again. Formula 1 fever is about to spread across Montreal, and so are the parties.

If this year's Grand Prix festivities feel slightly early, that's because they are. Starting in 2026, Canadian Grand Prix weekend has shifted from mid-June to late May, meaning the city kicks things off a little sooner than usual.

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The café party trend is taking over Montreal and here's how to host your own

Everywhere you look around Montreal, the party vibe is shifting. For sure, big nights out still have their place, but there's a growing appetite for something different.

In search of something more relaxed, people are trading the crowded bar for the at-home café party to satisfy that craving for fun, creativity and connection everyone has.

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