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Sunday night at the Bell Centre was one for the books, and it sounds like Canadian pop superstar Tate McRae definitely felt the love from Montrealers.

On Sunday, August 24, McRae stopped in Montreal as part of her Miss Possessive Tour — and the city seems to have left a lasting impression.

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Montreal Pride is nearly in full swing — and Piknic Électronik just dropped one of the season's biggest surprises.

On Wednesday, the festival announced that RuPaul will perform a DJ set at Parc Jean-Drapeau on Friday, September 13, as part of its Off Piknic series. The one-night event promises high energy and even higher heels.

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From Ryan Reynolds to Russell Crowe, Montreal has seen its fair share of celebrity sightings this summer. But the latest duo turning heads might be the most unexpected yet.

According to a new TMZ report, pop star Katy Perry and former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau were spotted dining together at a restaurant in the Plateau on the evening of Monday, July 28. The American tabloid published a photo of the pair seated at a window-side table, reportedly enjoying cocktails and sharing a few plates.

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Osheaga, Montreal's biggest summer music festival, is coming back strong for 2025 with a star-studded lineup.

On Wednesday morning, the festival unveiled its full roster, headlined by Olivia Rodrigo, The Killers, and Tyler, The Creator. The lineup also features major acts like The Chainsmokers, FINNEAS, Gracie Abrams, Glass Animals, and more.

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Legendary rapper Busta Rhymes showed up at a Montreal nightclub unexpectedly over the weekend, surprising local party-goers with a live freestyle and showering the city with major love.

Rhymes was in town for a Missy Elliott concert at Montreal's Centre Bell on August 17, which featured himself as well as Ciara and Timbaland. But a member of the JEGantic marketing team told MTL Blog that he arrived in la belle province a day early, opting to spend part of his night at the hospitality group's downtown supper club Yoko Luna.

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Hey, Montreal — it's that time again... the weekend! While Mother Nature has certainly unleashed her wrath this past week, temperatures are expected to hover around the 26-degree mark from Friday to Sunday, which will make going outside a lot easier and more enjoyable.

For those who have been taking advantage of festival after festival, new restaurants and tons of shows, then you may be interested in giving your wallet a break. Luckily, we've compiled a list of free things to do in Montreal this weekend, and it won't cost you a dime to partake in the fun.

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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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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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If the simple pleasures of Stardew Valley have you longing to step foot in your favourite video game, Montreal can be your urban farmstead. With quirky townsfolk to romance and local markets that give Joja Mart a run for its money, the city is almost a dupe for Pelican Town.

Just like pulling a perfect parsnip from pixelated soil, uncovering Montreal's hidden gems brings its own set of rewards. Whether you're scouting a dance partner at a new music festival, exploring the depths of the cave in Saint-Léonard, or dodging cyclists like slimes, outings in Montreal are as fulfilling as any in-game quest. Best of all, you can explore without fear of passing out at 2 a.m.

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When it comes to things to do in Montreal this April, you can catch dozens of must-see musical spectacles taking place at some of the city's most popular venues.

Whether you're in the mood for some opera Bocelli-style at Centre Bell, the riffs and runs of Jacob Collier at Place Bell, the Arabic sounds of Ibrahim Maalouf at MTELUS or the soulfulness of Mariah the Scientist at Théatre Beanfield, there's a little bit of everything for everyone.

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The Chainsmokers and Mr. Worldwide himself will be touching down in Montreal this summer to headline an all-new Podium Concerts series for Formula 1 weekend.

In addition to the Grand Prix festivities, which will take place in Montreal between June 7 and 9, 2024, Montrealers and visitors alike can catch a star-studded lineup with a handful of special concerts.

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Montreal is set to be one heck of a star-studded city this year.

The Canadian city is full of non-stop action, must-try restaurants, endless festivals and is home to some of the best people across the globe, so it's no surprise celebs love to flock to the 514.

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