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This popular Montreal pool is becoming a floating movie theatre this summer

One of Montreal's most popular summer traditions is coming back for another season, and you may want to secure your spot early.

Parc Jean-Drapeau's Complexe aquatique is once again hosting its "Cinéma flottant" evenings this summer, where the pool transforms into an open-air movie theatre after dark. You climb into a provided pool float, find your spot on the water, and watch a film projected on a giant screen while the night air does its thing. All equipment is provided on site, so a swimsuit is really all you need to show up with.

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Montreal's Disney-like sculpture garden is about to explode into full bloom

Spring is here, which means it's finally time to start enjoying the great outdoors again (comfortably, that is).

If you made it out to Montreal's Parc Jean-Drapeau last summer, you already know what's waiting for you when the warm weather rolls back in. And if you didn't, consider this your heads up.

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This Montreal park with Disney vibes has transformed into an ethereal winter wonderland

You don't need to catch a flight to experience something straight out of a Disney movie — Montreal has its very own enchanted garden, and right now it's transformed into an ethereal winter wonderland that looks like it's been pulled from one of Frozen or Moana's most magical scenes.

Last year, Parc Jean-Drapeau unveiled a spectacular new attraction to mark the 25th anniversary of the Mosaïcultures internationales de Montréal, and while these living sculptures dazzled visitors all summer, they've taken on an entirely new personality under January's blanket of snow.

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Montreal's sculpture garden now glows at night & it's like stepping into a Disney fairytale

Fall might be creeping in, but one of Montreal's most surreal summer attractions isn't ready to fade just yet.

Over at Parc Jean-Drapeau, the three massive horticultural sculptures that stole the show all summer are now being lit up at dusk, turning the gardens into a glowing, dreamlike scene.

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Montreal's giant Disney-like sculpture garden is free to visit but only for a few more weeks

Fall is slowly taking over Montreal, and with it comes a reminder that some of summer's brightest attractions won't be around much longer. The air is cooler, the leaves are starting to change, and the flowers that coloured the city all season are beginning to fade.

One of the most striking spots to soak up what's left of it is in Parc Jean-Drapeau, where three enormous horticultural sculptures have been stopping visitors in their tracks since June. Installed for the 25th anniversary of Mosaïcultures Internationales de Montréal — the city's world-renowned horticultural art event — the pieces were chosen for permanent display, instantly turning the Jardins des Floralies into one of Montreal's most unique cultural landmarks.

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This dreamy Montreal park with Disney vibes is in full bloom right now, but it won't last

You don't need to catch a flight to experience something straight out of a Disney movie — Montreal has its very own enchanted garden, and it looks just like a scene from Moana.

Earlier this year, Parc Jean-Drapeau unveiled a breathtaking new attraction to mark the 25th anniversary of the Mosaïcultures internationales de Montréal.

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Montreal's international fireworks festival is back and here's when to catch the shows

Montreal’s summer fireworks season is officially underway — and if you missed the first show, don't worry, there's plenty more to come.

L'International des Feux Loto-Québec returned to the city on Thursday, June 26, kicking off a full month of jaw-dropping fireworks displays that will continue through July 31. The popular event, now in its 39th edition, brings together some of the best pyrotechnic teams from around the world to compete in a music-synced spectacle lighting up the Montreal skyline.

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This Montreal pool will turn into a floating movie theatre under the stars this summer

Montreal has no shortage of cool summer activities, but few are as uniquely relaxing as Parc Jean-Drapeau's floating movie nights.

On top of unveiling a new flower sculpture garden, the park recently announced that it's bringing back its "Cinéma flottant" movie screenings. For two evenings this summer, the Aquatic Complex will turn into an open-air cinema where you can lounge in a giant inflatable tube and watch a film — all while floating in the pool under the stars.

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This Disney-like sculpture garden just opened in the middle of Montreal and it's free to visit

Montreal's Parc Jean-Drapeau just got a jaw-dropping new attraction, and it's sticking around for good.

To mark the 25th anniversary of the Mosaïcultures internationales de Montréal, the park has unveiled three giant horticultural sculptures (along with other complementary pieces) now permanently installed at the Jardins des Floralies on Île Notre-Dame. Together, the living artworks are made of nearly half a million flowers and plants, and they're free to visit as of Saturday, June 21.

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These Montreal cherry blossom spots were just named among the best in Canada

If you're planning your next spring getaway, you don't have to travel all the way to Japan to experience breathtaking cherry blossoms. As per Skyscanner's latest travel trends report, Canada has its own stunning cherry blossom hotspots, with Montreal earning a spot among the top destinations for fans of the flower in 2025.

The report, shared in an email with MTL Blog, highlights that 71% of Canadians enjoy visiting gardens on vacation, while over half (55%) are eager to see cherry blossoms this year. This aligns with Skyscanner's 2025 "horti-culture" travel trend, as travellers increasingly seek out picturesque natural escapes.

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A 20-year-old Osheaga-goer was found dead at Parc Jean-Drapeau on Sunday

A 20-year-old concert-goer's body was found on the grounds of Montreal's Parc Jean-Drapeau Sunday night while the popular Osheaga music festival was taking place.

The Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) received 911 calls at around 7:45 p.m., after witnesses spotted a person swimming in the Olympic Basin before — most likely — drowning. The Service de sécurité incendie de Montréal (SIM) recovered the body at around 9 p.m., the SPVM confirmed to Narcity Québec.

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7 Montreal water activities to keep you cool this summer, from pools to water parks

Looking for the best ways to stay cool in Montreal this summer? The city is packed with water activities that are perfect for beating the heat.

From thrilling water parks and relaxing beach spots to exciting water sports, Montreal offers a variety of options to keep you feeling cool and refreshed.

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