If you ever got to witness the magic of Illumi's Cavalia, then you know just how enchanting the experience is. Well, Laval's massive lights festival is back just in time for spooky season with its fourth edition starting October 7 — and it promises to be bigger than ever.
With 19 luminous worlds to explore — guests can expect an infinity of colourful bulbs and themed sound effects arranged to create magical atmospheres, including the enchanted forest, the dune palace, the winter wonderland, the Jurassic kingdom, the submarine tunnel and four brand-new charming universes, too.
On your journey, you'll be able to encounter plenty of massive scintillating sculptures, including bright hot air balloons, aliens, fierce stallions, loads of reptiles and an army of spine-chilling spiders, to name a few.
The three-kilometre pedestrian route takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete. Alternatively, you can enjoy this nighttime activity cozied up in the comfort of your car, which takes roughly 46 to 60 minutes.
Similarly to last year's light show, the festival begins out with a Halloween special showcasing fall colours with giant glowing witches and their fellow monsters that will guide you toward the spooky pumpkin patch.
Note that you'll also find food trucks, bars and souvenir shops along the way to really make your journey one to remember.
Drinking is basically a 'bad' but fun tradition on New Year's Eve, but for those Montrealer's who don't drink it literally sucks! Watching all the drunk fools out on New Year sure is funny, but there comes a time when those who don't like drinking want to go out and have fun too! So, I have composed a list of insane and unusual things you should do to celebrate 2017 this year WITHOUT any alcohol!
You don't need to be drunk to have fun and New Year's Eve is the perfect way to show it! In this list, you can expect to find activities for everyone. So, text your nondrinking friends and get down to business! Make 2017 great without forgetting what you did the night before!
Mont-Tremblant is the absolute best place to go skiing on New Years Eve! Slip and slide down your favorite mountains as the clock strikes 12 and it's officially 2017! There's no better way to start a new year than being literally on top of the world. You obviously know that it’s beautiful in the summer but it’s actually drop dead gorgeous in the winter!
From 10-6pm you can enjoy a fabulous Spa day in Old Montreal to relax for the New Year! Bota Bota is stunning and you get a perfect view of Montreal covered in snow. So, if you don't plan on drinking head down to Bota Bota for some relaxation and then a cute dinner at a restaurant nearby!
Not only is Mont-Tremblant village absolutely stunning, but there are a bunch of things you can do on New Years Eve if you don't drink! I suggest heading to the Scandinave Spa in Mont-Tremblant (537 Montée Ryan, Mont-Tremblant, QC). It is about an hour and a half drive out of the city and is one seriously magical place. Afterwards, you can check out on of their fabulous restaurants or walk around and laugh at everyone who is drunk!
Here is a list of 12 winter Airbnbs you can rent for a magical alcohol-free New Years Eve party! I suggest inviting your closest friends and having a games night filled with laughs and good memories instead of puking and losing memory.
5. Celebrate The New Year By Going Skating Under The Fireworks
On December 31 at Quai Jacques-Cartier in the Old Port of Montreal, you can dance to Live DJs that will have you dancing until 2am. Or you can enjoy the music from the Montreal's Old Port skating rink and listen to the countdown for fireworks to light up 2017 without a drink in sight.
6. Celebrate The New Year By Going To A Crazy New Dinner
Here is a list of restaurants open on New Year day in case you miss the celebration! But if you are ready to party it up all night long without a drink in hand then I suggest trying some of Montreal most amazing restaurants. Start 2017 with something new and try some of Montreal's most unusual restaurants.
7. Celebrate The New Year On Over Looking The City From Mont Royal
This has to be the most romantic way you could celebrate the New Year. Take that special person to the top of Mont Royal and over look the city until the clock strikes 12 and fireworks light up the sky.
8. Celebrate The New Year By Going On A Helicopter Ride
Price: 20 min = $300//30 min = $430// 60 min = $865
Fly over downtown Montreal to admire your city in all its glory on New Year's Eve! The Ville-Marie circuit will allow you to fly over La Ronde, Olympic Park, Botanical Garden and Mount Royal, and finish with a panoramic view of downtown! This is just the adventurous thing you need on for the New Year if you don't drink!
Head out to one of Montreal's hottest yoga studios on New Year's Eve if you don't drink to end the new year relaxed and start 2017 stress-free! I suggest trying some hot yoga at Enso! It's great and perfect for the New Year.
10. Celebrate The New Year By Going To The Winter Canyon Near Montreal
The Ausable Chasm is now offering their brand new Winter Tours that will allow you to celebrate New Year's Eve in a whole new way ! You can avoid the summer crowds and maybe even have the entire park to yourself this 2017! You and your BFFS will have a view of gigantic icicles that tower 150′ above the Ausable River and a chasm blanketed in snow . Two-hour guided winter tours are also available but reservations are required. All visitors must wear snowshoes or ice cleats for safety, depending on how much ice and snow have accumulated. Rentals are available for $10 per day if you do not have your own. You can even go on a special Photo Tour with resident photographers. It's a great activity for those friend who can have a good time without drinking!
Take a mini 2-hour road trip down to the Festi-Lumiere, taking place in Quebec City. Featuring over 500,000 LED lights on an outdoor circuit, the Festi Lumiere is a huge network of lights, light projections, music, outdoor fireplaces, and more, turning the city into pretty much a wintertime paradise on New Year's Eve. It will be open from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM so I suggest heading to a nice restaurant afterward.
Head on down to Allez up for a rock climbing adventure for your birthday this year! You can celebrate the new year right here since it's open until 12am! So, this is perfect for those athletic Montrealers who don't like to drink but still want to enjoy the New Year in a different way.
Head down to Action 500 for a race to 2017! it is literally open 24 HOURS! Yes, you heard me! You can ride all night on New Year's Eve straight int0 2017! You can even gather all your nondrinking friends and go paintballing! Here is a Groupon to save up to 67% off your next ride!
14. Celebrate The New Year By Going To See The Latest Movie
Most movie theaters in Montreal will be open past midnight on New Year's Eve, so celebrate by going to see the latest movie that will be coming out this month!
15. Celebrate The New Year By Going For A Crazy Dessert
There really is no better way to celebrate 2017 on New Year's Eve than with a cool AF dessert from C'chocolat! I suggest the famous chocolate bomb is 100% a desert that you must have before 2016 is over and if you don't drink! Not only is it super amazing to watch like in the video above, but it is also crazy good!
You never have to be drunk to go to Karaoke you just need a good sense of humor! Karaoke in Montreal whether you are drunk or sober! I suggest Le Date Karaoke for a great 2017!
Fall truly is a beautiful season, especially in Montreal. But, fall isn't just a beautiful season, it's also a season where you and your sister should spend some more quality time together! Fall is a great time to bond with your sister and to do fun activities.
You and your sister will enjoy not only the beautiful fall weather but also these insanely fun activities that are right around the corner. So, start hitting up your sister so that you can plan the perfect sister say!
1. Spend Some Sister Time At Alle-Up For Rock Climbing
For some athletic fun with you sis this fall, why not make rock climbing your new sister hobby! Rock climbing at Allez Up is super fun and absolutely a great workout that you can do with your sister. It's a great way to bond, laugh, and compete.
For a beautiful night our with your sister, I suggest taking them to the lights festival at the Botanical garden. It is absolutely stunning and it’s a great way to bond with your sister. You can walk through the whole park throughout the night and enjoy the crisp fall air.
If you and your sister love drinking, then why not treat each other to some morning mimosas at SuWu! A boozy brunch is a great way to start your sister day this fall. Here, you and your sister will enjoy some delightful mimosas over a succulent brunch!
Since you and your sister probably love painting, I suggest checking out Paint the Nite. Montreal gladly hosts multiple events at local bars. Simply go on their website and choose an event, which has a specific theme, and buy your tickets. Here, you and your sister will drink up, paint, and share amazing memories as you look back at your beautiful fall paintings.
If you and your sister have some studying to do, then I suggest going to the Crew Collective Cafe! The location is absolutely stunning and perfect for a cute sister study date.
Cardinal is one of Montreal's only restaurants/cafes solely dedicated to making you and your sister a delicious tea! This is the perfect fall sister activity since you can enjoy warm tea, delicious food, and a lovely time.
Since you and your sister are probably super close and are able to laugh with and at each other, then I recommend going to Montreal Pole Fitness. You can get a great workout and have a fun time with your sister this fall.
Jean Talon Market is located right under Montreal Pole Fitness and is absolutely stunning in the fall! You and your sister can get some sweet treats and fresh food for dinner later!
Why not go pumpkin picking this fall! Pumpkin picking is an activity that you can even do the same day as apple picking! You and your sister can pick the cute mini pumpkins and then you can carve your pumpkins together and make some pumpkin pie. This is a great way to bond and have some good laughs at your awfully carved pumpkins.
Apple picking is honestly one of the most fun things to do with family members, especially your when it;s your fun loving sister. Montreal is home to some great apple picking locations that are fairly near to the city! So, dress cute for those sister apple picking instas!
11. Spend Some Sister Time At Le Ceramic Café For Painting
If you and your sister want to paint something for each other, then I suggest heading to the Ceramic Cafe. Here, you and your sister can paint some cute little ceramics and then give them to eachother as gifts! This is honestly so fun and very relaxing.
Ah yes, the perfect little day getaway for you and your sis is definitely Bota Bota. Here, you two can relax while enjoying each others company. Bota Bota is only $45 before 11 am and after 6pm for their water circuit where you and your sister can see the orange and reds overflowing the city.
Ateliers & Saveurs is a hands-on class led by professional chefs. You will specialize in cooking divine french cuisine! This is fun and a great way to spend a sister date and enjoy some delightful food that you just made.
The horse ranch in St. Lazare is only 15 minutes from downtown Montreal where you can enjoy horseback riding with your sister this fall! The paths are absolutely gorgeous and the horses are lovely. So, you and your sister can enjoy a lovely nature ride with some of the cutest horses.
For a relaxing time with your sister while getting a killer workout, I suggest going to Enso yoga for some hot yoga! It is honestly so fun and I love going with my sister.
Why don't you and your sister try something crazy and new! I suggest going to Tir Au Soleil for some shooting and rubber bullets. Its a great way to bond and just get some extra energy out!
For a delightful brunch this fall with your sister, I suggest heading down to Fabergé. This is a great place to go with your sister since they serve fabulous breakfasts! You can enjoy some fresh food and a great warm coffe this fall with your sister next time you go out to brunch at Fabergé.
Show your sister something truly amazing by taking them out for a wild dessert! This fall, treat your sister to a C’Wow from C’ChoColat! The C’Wow is also known as a chocolate bomb where someone pours hot caramel over a chocolate dome that melts and reveals sweet treat underneath!
Fall truly is a beautiful season, especially in Montreal. But, fall isn't just a beautiful season, it's also a season where you and your BFF should spend some more quality time together! Fall is a great time to bond with your BFF and to do fun activities.
Montreal is a great place where you and your BFF can explore some new fun and super cute activities right in your own city! So, start texting your BFF and clearing your schedule to make time for a well-deserved BFF day! You'll be 'falling' around for how much you guys will be laughing and getting tipsy!
Ah yes, the perfect little day getaway for you and your sis is definitely Bota Bota. Here, you two can relax while enjoying each others company. Bota Bota is only $45 before 11 am and after 6pm for their water circuit where you and your BFF can see the orange and reds overflowing the city. They have absolutely stunning views of Old Montreal and you will have the most relaxing time ever with your BFF.
One of my personal favourite places is Le Céramic Café. Here, you and your BFF can treat yourselves to some nice coffee and some amazing ceramics that you will later paint! You can paint just about anything and it is honestly a great time!
For a beautiful night our with your BFF, I suggest taking them to the lights festival at the Botanical garden. It is absolutely stunning and it's a great way to bond with your BFF. You can walk through the whole park throughout the night and enjoy the crisp fall air.
Ateliers & Saveurs is a hands-on class led by professional chefs. You can choose to specialize in cooking divine french cuisine but, I find it super fun to go to the cocktail classes where you can your BFF will make drinks and get tipsy!
I mean, you don't have to hike but if you are anything like my BFF and I. I find hiking more fun. Anyways, make your way up Mount Royal this fall to enjoy gorgeous views, pictures, and even a picnic with your BFF!
Apple picking is honestly one of the most fun things to do with family members, especially your BFF. Montreal is home to some great apple picking locations that are fairly near to the city! So, dress cute for those BFF apple picking instas!
I mean since you probably already went apple picking with your BFF, why not go pumpkin picking too! Pumpkin picking is an activity that you can even do the same day as apple picking! You and your BFF can pick the strangest pumpkins and then you can carve your pumpkins together and make some pumpkin pie. This is a great way to bond and have some good laughs at your awfully carved pumpkins.
8. Have Fun With Your BFF And Bike To Jean Talon Market
Jean Talon Market is a great place to bike to during the fall. You can treat yourselves to some great fresh treats and beautiful fall flowers. It's a great place to buy things for you and your BFF's apartment and to cook later for dinner.
9. Have Fun With Your BFF And have A Chocolate Bomb From C’ChoColat
Show your BFF something truly amazing by taking them out for a wild desert! This fall, treat your BFF to a C'Wow from C'ChoColat! The C'Wow is also known as a chocolate bomb where someone pours hot caramel over a chocolate dome that melts and reveals sweet treat underneath!
Since you and your BFF are probably super close, why not step out of your comfort zones and try pole dancing this fall! Not only is it a great workout but it’s super fun and you will have a great time! I suggest trying Milan Pole Dance Studio where you can have fun, laugh at each other, and laugh at yourselves.
Cardinal is one of Montreal's only restaurants/cafes solely dedicated to making you and your BFF a delicious tea! Their tea isn't the only delicious thing there, their finger foods are just as good. The ambiance is also superb! It's a vintage location with funky decorations and a guaranteed great time for you and your BFF this fall.
Canal Lounge Cafe Flottant is literally a cafe on the water of the Lachine Canal. This is a great location to bike to with your sis and to enjoy some great snacks, views, and talks! You and your BFF can enjoy a whole night here during the fall.
Since you and your BFF probably love having fun, I suggest checking out Paint the Nite. Montreal gladly hosts multiple events at local bars. Simply go on their website and choose an event, which has a specific theme, and buy your tickets. Here, you and your BFF will drink up, paint, and share amazing memories as you look back at your beautiful fall paintings.
If you and your BFF love drinking, then why not treat each other to some morning mimosas at SuWu! A boozy brunch is a great way to start your BFF day this fall. Here, you and your BFF will enjoy some delightful mimosas over a succulent brunch!
Since the cold weather will slowly be taking over Montreal, why not go indoor rock climbing with your active af BFF this fall! Rock climbing is honestly super sun and it's a great way to stay active with youR BFFthis fall!
With school right around the corner, it's about time that you and your BFF share some stories over a well-deserved relaxing day. Montreal is home to a variety of relaxing activities that you and your BFF can participate in for under $50! Because relaxation should never come at a high price!
So, I think that it's time for you and your BFF to have a stress-free relaxing BFF date! I suggest choosing maybe one or a few things from this list to create your ideal relaxing day in Montreal before the exams and cramming begins!
Ah yes, the perfect way to relax with your BFF is by treating yourselves to a spa day. Personally, I recommend Bota Bota since it is only $45 before 11 am and after 6pm for their water circuit. Not only do you relax, but you also get to see Montreal from a whole other angle with the stunning views you recieve at the spa.
Another way to sit back and relax with your BFF is by doing some yoga. Yoga is a great way to relax and release stress. I suggest going to one of Montreal’s many yoga studios. By personal favorite is hot yoga at Ensō where you sweat your stress away!
3. Sit back and relax at the Botanical Garden Lights Show
For a beautiful night out and relaxing time with your BFF, I suggest going to the lights festival at the Botanical garden. It is absolutely stunning and I honestly had an amazing time. It is very peaceful and beautiful so you and your BFF can really just sit back and enjoy the beauty.
This is completely free but if you want you can pick up a pocket book for about $5 if you don't bring your own! It may sound weird, but reading in a bookstore is very peaceful and a great way to spend the day with your BFF.
Canal Lounge Cafe Flottant is drop dead gorgeous! You and your BFF can enjoy a relaxing time on the water over some cute little snacks and small talk as you watch the sunset. This is a great way to catch up and sit back.
Honestly who hasn’t treated themselves to a Mani Pedi with their BFF? I suggest heading to Rouge Nail Bar on Crescent for a relaxing time. They have a beautiful stress free environment and it's a great place to talk while getting some nice foot massages with your BFF!
7. Sit back and relax at the Gryphon D’Or for high tea
For you and your BFF to really to really relax and enjoy a nice day, I suggest looking into Gryphon D’Or on Monkland for a high tea. They offer high-quality tea and great little finger foods for you and your BFF to relax over. Not only will you relax but you will also enjoy a nice day out.
It's always free to sit back and appreciate mother nature from the top of Mount Royal! It is stunning and very relaxing to just sit and talk with your BFF without anything or anyone else.
9. Sit back and relax at Spa Victoria for a facial
