We made it through winter. And even though it really wasn’t too bad this year, brighter days, warmer temperatures and fewer layers make getting out on weekends just a little bit easier. Whether indoors or out, there are plenty of Montreal family activities April 2024 has to offer. Old Montreal Activities – Opening in April As the weather warms up, the Old Port reopens some of its most family favourite activities. The zipline is already open now, on weekends. The giant ropes course pirate ship Voiles en Voiles opens April 6th. And the SOS Labyrinthe maze opens on April 27th. Spring for All – We ..read more

Woohoo! It’s spring break. Out of office on, time to start planning activities now, if you haven’t already. While the kids will be off for the next week or two (depending on your school) the entire month of March is filled with great events. Read on to discover all of the Montreal family activities that March 2024 has to offer! Spring Break Activities Pointe-à-Calliere – March 2-9 This Old Montreal museum will be offering activities daily from 11am to 4pm that are inspired by the current exhibits about the Saint Lawrence River and pirates! Families can expect sports tournaments, fishing, archi ..read more

Happy New Year! As we enter a new year, and I hang up a fresh Standing calendar on my wall, I’m so excited about all the fun activities that await for you and your family! While this January may not look exactly like we’re used to here in Montreal (snow, where are you?!), there are still plenty of Montreal family activities January 2024 has to offer. If you didn’t have a chance to check out Luminotherapie or Lighthouse Immersive, check out my December blog for more details. Comical Cuties – Until January 28 The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts has a fun, free weekend morning activity for young fam ..read more

The last month of the calendar. The holiday season is fast approaching. School strikes are looming. And Montreal is bustling. There’s no lack of Montreal family activities December 2023 has to offer. Keep reading to start planning out your month. Luminotherapie – Until March 10 Back for its 14th year, Quartier des Spectacles lights up each evening after 4pm with beautiful illuminated displays. This year’s program includes a 10-metre high illuminated tower, a constellation, and an enormous flower. Make an evening out of it and bring your skates along for the Esplanade Tranquille ice rink. It’s ..read more

The first snow has fallen and while the days may feel bleak, (why isn’t the sun up before 7:30am?!) November usually gets a bad rap. With cold temps but winter activities not ready for enjoyment, weekends can feel like the perfect time for hibernation. But Montreal family activities November 2023 are all things holiday, getting into the spirit and lightening the current world mood. Pet Show – November 4-5 If you’re looking to add a furry friend or feathered companion to your family, this is the show to check out. Or if you have a pet lover, you can watch a canine agility competition, meet exot ..read more

We may have already started consuming all things Pumpkin Spice, but it hasn’t quite felt like fall yet. With the arrival of a new month, the colours of the leaves starting to change and the countdown to Halloween, now is the perfect time to plan your weekends full of Montreal family activities October 2023 has to offer. Kids Pop – October 1 The POP Montreal festival hosts a kid-friendly day on Sunday from 1pm to 3pm with two special activities at Rialto Hall and Theatre. First up is the book fair featuring small and local presses, as well as a reading. At 2pm, the show Grand Chief Salamoo Cook ..read more

I don’t want to say it but – summer is halfway over. We’ve complained about the rain and the weather being so bad, but it’s hot and it won’t last much longer. Flash forward to parkas and boots. Doesn’t that want to make you take the kids out now to enjoy all of the amazing activities and events that Montreal has going on (without having to bundle them up!)? Let’s go! Here’s my roundup of the best Montreal family activities August 2023 has to offer! The Lost Kingdoms – Until August 6 Discover dinosaurs from the Jurassic Era to the Ice Age at this travelling outdoor exhibit, that’s made a stop i ..read more

I’ll be the first to admit that I haven’t shopped for baby or toddler gear in quite some time. But with many new moms around me, my usual go-to Montreal baby store from 7+ years ago no longer exists. With a little research, I discovered Boutique Nouluv, and I honestly wish it was around when my trio was little. New Gifts, Gear & Apparel Located in Ville Emard (and online), just south of the Super Hospital, this cute shop has a bright facade and tons of cool, local brands. I found some of my favourites like Mimitens mitts, Stonz rain suits and Cate & Levi stuffies. There were plenty of ..read more

Montreal’s favourite month has arrived! Festival season is in full swing, and while our city may be best known for the Jazz and Comedy Festivals and Canada Day celebrations, there are tons of other exciting activities to eat well, play hard and soak up the sun. Here’s my roundup of Montreal family activities July 2023 has to offer. Complement Cirque Festival – July 6-30 Montreal’s circus festival is back for most of the month, with the highlight being the free show at Le Géant. Cirque Eloize will be performing twice a night at 6pm at 9:30pm at the Place Ville Marie Esplanade. Le Tohu is also o ..read more

School’s almost out for summer! And while the big ones might be wrapping up papers and exams, and the little ones are soaking up the sun, there are so many amazing ways to take a weekend break. Here’s a roundup of the top Montreal family activities June 2023 has to offer! First Fridays – June 2 Summer officially kicks off as the food trucks head back to the Olympic Stadium for their monthly Friday celebration. This is a great event to get the family out to a Montreal landmark and to taste some of the city’s best food on wheels. From 4pm to 11pm, you can sample delicacies from food trucks inclu ..read more