Montreal is a city that truly comes alive during the summer months with a range of amazing music festivals and events that draw crowds from all over the world. Whether you’re a fan of rock, electronic, jazz, or classical music, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to dance, sing and have the time of your life with these top 10 popular music festivals and events in Montreal:
- Osheaga – This three-day festival is one of the biggest music events in Canada and attracts over 100,000 music lovers each year. With a lineup that features some of the biggest names in rock, pop, and electronic music, this festival is a must-attend event for anyone who loves live music.
- Jazz Fest – This world-renowned festival is a celebration of all things jazz and has been running for over 40 years. With over 500 concerts, including both free outdoor shows and ticketed indoor performances, this festival is a must-see for anyone who loves this genre.
- Montreal Electronic Groove (MEG) – This festival showcases some of the best electronic and indie music from around the world and features both established and up-and-coming artists.
- Montreal International Reggae Festival – This festival is a celebration of all things reggae and features a lineup of both local and international artists.
- Heavy Montreal – This festival is a must-see for metalheads and features a lineup of some of the biggest names in heavy metal, as well as up-and-coming bands.
- Montreal Pop Festival – This festival is a celebration of indie pop and features a lineup of both local and international artists.
- Classical Spree – This festival is a celebration of classical music and features a range of concerts and performances that showcase some of the best classical music from around the world.
- IleSoniq – This festival is a celebration of all things electronic and features a lineup of some of the biggest names in the industry, as well as up-and-coming artists.
- MUTEK – This festival showcases the best in digital creativity and electronic music and features both live performances and interactive installations.
- Nuits d’Afrique – This festival is a celebration of African and world music and features a lineup of both established and up-and-coming artists.
