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Saturday night's highly anticipated 4 Nations Face-Off game between Canada and the United States in Montreal got off to a fiery start — long before the puck even dropped.

The tournament, featuring Canada, the U.S., Sweden, and Finland, was meant to be a high-stakes warm-up for the next Winter Olympics. But let's be real: when Canada and the U.S. face off, it's never just a game. And with everything going on politically, this was one for the history books.

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If you have the Habs tattooed on your heart, hockey nights are a treasured part of your week. To help you make the most of these fleeting events, Molson's FANatic Saturdays invite you to celebrate the Tricolore where the action happens.

Every Saturday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Trois Monkeys welcomes Canadiens fans with a whole host of activities, including arcade games, bowling, laser tag and more, just steps from the Bell Centre.

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If you’ve been itching for a great night out, you’re in luck—Kygo is coming to town, and it’s going to be something special. This isn’t just any show; it’s a chance to see one of the biggest names in dance music back on stage after a few years away.

Kygo’s first tour since 2018 is stopping at the Bell Centre on September 20, and he’s bringing along some seriously talented friends. Expect a mix of his signature tropical house sound with live piano, strings, vocals and drums that’ll have you moving from start to finish.

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This summer, RBC and the Montreal Canadiens have something really cool for you. From July 5th to August 3rd, you can enter an amazing contest for a chance to win two Gold Tickets for Saturday at îLESONIQ and two official Montreal Canadiens jerseys. Yes, you read that right!

Imagine yourself soaking up the music at îLESONIQ, one of Montreal's coolest festivals. With a Gold Pass, you’ll be right up front for your favorite artists and get to enjoy all the VIP perks. But that's not all! You’ll also get two official Montreal Canadiens jerseys, perfect for showing off your team pride at the next game!

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Montreal is set to host a range of events this season from the Montreal Jazz Festival to the Montreal Grand Prix, offering plenty of chances to spot famous faces.

For those eager to catch a glimpse of Pitbull, Lewis Hamilton or Eric Andre, among many more, this June is your chance! Whether you're a music lover, a racing fan, or simply looking to enjoy the atmosphere, Montreal has something for everyone this month.

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On June 1, Colombian artist Feid, also known as Ferxxo, will make his first appearance at the Bell Centre. He’s bringing his latest tour, "FERXXOCALIPSIS 2024," to the city, promising an evening filled with energetic performances and new music from his latest album.

Since dropping his latest album "FERXXOCALIPSIS" unexpectedly last December, Feid has been climbing the charts rapidly. He boasts an impressive 17.6 billion streams and ranks as the #6 international artist on Spotify. Hits like “Luna” and his collaboration with Bad Bunny on “Perro Negro” are smashing streaming records, making waves across the globe.

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May in Montreal is gearing up to be quite the musical month with over 60 artists touching down at various Montreal concert venues.

Whether you're hoping to see your favourite musician, want to discover a new artist or are looking for things to do in Montreal, attending a show is never a bad idea.

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Nicki Minaj performed at Montreal's Centre Bell on Wednesday, April 17. However, the rapper didn't appear on stage until well past 11 p.m. — nearly three hours after the show was expected to begin.

Minaj, who is currently on her Pink Friday 2 World Tour, had Montreal fans worried following an hour of no news from the rapper. When the two-hour mark arrived and Minaj was still a no-show, ticketholders began posting news of the performer's tardiness on TikTok and Twitter.

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Whether you're a fan of hockey, art, or both, the Artist Series presented by Loto-Québec is giving you the chance to win one of 11 Habs-inspired paintings created by emerging Montreal artists.

By the end of the season, 12 artists will have created (live from the Bell Centre) artwork showcasing their take on the rivalry between the Montreal Canadiens and the team they'll have faced each Saturday. You can find art by Meka, Mono Sourcil, Zek, Franco Rama, Le Bicar, TEETZ WORLD, Stack Moolah, Korb, Chien Champion, Benny Wilding, Dodo and Johnny Crap.

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After Toronto set a women’s hockey attendance record in February, the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) announced that an upcoming game between the PWHL Montreal and PWHL Toronto teams will be moved to the Bell Centre, where hometown fans will get a chance to beat that record.

According to a press release, the game — set for April 20 and dubbed the "Duel at the Top" — was originally scheduled to be played at Verdun Auditorium, which holds 4,114 seats. This is in line with the types of venues where PWHL games have typically taken place so far. The Bell Centre — which has a hockey capacity of over 21,000 — provides an upgrade of more than 16,000 seats.

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Madonna performed not one, but two shows in Montreal this week at the Bell Centre and it's safe to say she vogued her heart out.

The Queen of Pop announced the Celebration Tour last summer, and while she was expected to touch down in Montreal in August 2023, Madonna was forced to postpone the first leg of tour dates due to illness.

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Montreal is home to countless restaurants, lounges and events that are well worth a night out, and Le Centre Sheraton Montreal offers all of that and then some.

Now, while Montreal's winter weather can make staying in feel so good, it's certainly no excuse to not take full advantage of the city's iconic nightlife.

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