Remember those sun-soaked days when you were a kid, when having fun on a hot summer day was as simple as turning on the hose in the backyard? Throw in a slip 'n slide and some freezies, and you had yourself a party? Well maybe you still get down like that, and if so you are doing something right, but let's be honest, it takes a bit more than that to get us excited these days. Unless of course it's the biggest slip 'n slide you've ever seen in your life and instead of some little patch of grass, it's the length of a city street.
Like many of you, we have been anxiously awaiting final confirmation about Slide The CityMontreal and we now officially have all the details you need to get pumped for what is guaranteed to be a splashing good time. Already a massive success in numerous cities across North America, Montrealers will finally have the chance to experience this unique and memorable event for themselves right here in the city.
Slide The City is set to take over the Big O on Saturday August 15, 2015, sliding it's way from Parc Maisonneuve down to the Olympic Park for some 1,000 ft of pure slip 'n slide fun. There will be 3 different sliding packages to choose from, as well as plenty of food, drink and music on site for even more fun in the sun.
The packages are as follows:
Single Slider – 1 slide anytime during your chosen session, a bag and a mouthguard ($14 Early Registration – $19 Regular Registration – $24 Day-of Registration)
Triple Slider – 3 slides anytime during your chosen session, a tube, a bag and a mouthguard ($29 Early Registration – $34 Regular Registration – $40 Day-of Registration)
Super Slider – Unlimited slides anytime during your chosen session, a tube, a bag, a mouthguard and a hat. ($44 Early Registration – $49 Regular Registration – $55 Day-of Registration)
Check out the Slide The City Montreal Facebook event to stay up to date on all the slippery details and make sure to register here so you don't miss out!
The Piknic season is in full swing, turning Parc Jean-Drapeau into everyone's favourite dance party destination every Sunday Funday all summer long. Now on its 13th consecutive year, Piknic has evolved into one of the world's premier events, and just keep on growing. While dancing is pretty much the essential requirement for a successful day, there are a few other ways to make sure your Piknic Electronik experience is absolutely perfect this summer.
You might be one of those people that doesn't care what music is playing as long as it's sounds good, which is a great attitude to have, but it never hurts to take a minute to check out what Dj's are playing, and more importantly when. With two separate stages with two different vibes, missing the perfect set because you didn't educate yourself first is no bueno. Besides, smart is sexy. Check the lineup here, you might end up having a music revelation!
2. Buy your tickets in advance to avoid the line-up
This might be a no-brainer to a veteran, but it's still worth mentioning that Piknic Électronik is a massively popular event and packs up quick fast. There's no bigger mood-killer than having to stand in line for an hour in the heat.
3. Instagram your best Piknic pics to win FREE tickets for the following weekend or even a trip down south to continue your summer!
Ya buddy! Piknic Électronik and MTL Blog have teamed up to give the people what they want and that's free passes, amirite? It's as simple as taking a picture at Piknic (on June 14th only) making sure to show off a Piknic Électronik logo (on a bucket, tent, etc.), and mentioning both @piknicelectronikmtl and @mtlblog in your caption. We'll then be stalking through all your beautiful pics and select one to post on our Instagram feed on Monday, which instantly scores you free tickets to the following week's event. #Easy! Plus, while you're at it, make sure to participate in Piknic Électronik's contest #piknicswag as well, see all of the details here.
So just to be clear, Piknic Électronik is literally dancing in the sun. To enjoy said dancing in the sun to the fullest, it should go without saying that sunglasses and comfy shoes are a must. You know, unless you plan on spending the whole day sitting in the shade, in which case, you might be in the wrong place.
Ya ya, you're there to dance your face off, ain't no one got time to check their phone, but you will need a charged battery if you get separated from your friends and to take mad pics to win those free passes!
Of course you love all of your friends equally, but just some more than others ;) Some like to rage, others like to chill. All we're suggesting is consider what you're feeling for the day and choose your entourage accordingly to maximize the good times.
Piknic buckets are perfect for sharing and make the perfect souvenir, that's for sure, but did you know they were also eco-friendly? Glass is a big no-no on site, which means that drinks are served in plastic. So save a tree and recycle/reuse your cups.
9. Grab your favourite drink or bottle to sip on all day long
You're probably wondering how you can get a bottle when glass is frowned upon at the event, but you know you gotsta have that vino, that's why you should nab yourself an official Barefoot Wine pouch to fill up with your favorite bottle of white, rose, red or bubbly, stress-free. If wine isn't your thing, they also have plenty of beer from Sapporo, Pabst, Sleeman Draught, to Blanche de Chambly!
10. Be sure to bring a sweater if you plan to stay all day
While you will probably strip off all your clothes during the day as the thermometer rises and you got your fancy footwork on full display, but once that sun goes down, things can cool down quite a bit. If you plan on staying into the night, it never hurts to think ahead so you can be nice and comfy dancing under the stars.
Now that you know how to have the perfect day at Piknic Électronik, all that's left is to actually go! And for those of you who've never been before, seriously, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!
