Montreal is divided into 19 boroughs (arrondissements), which are further subdivided into neighborhoods (quartiers). Each borough has its own district (district electoral). So, there are 19 districts. 

• 1. Ahuntsic-Cartierville
• 2. Anjou–Louis-Riel
• 3. L'Assomption
• 4. L'Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève
• 5. La Pointe-aux-Trembles
• 6. Mercier-Hochelaga Maisonneuve 
• 7. Mont-Royal–Outremont
• 8. Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
• 9. Pierrefonds-Roxboro
• 10. Rivière-des-Prairies
• 11. Saint-Laurent
• 12. Saint-Léonard
• 13. Saint-Henri–Petite-Bourgogne–Pointe-Saint-Charles
• 14. Saint-Michel
• 15. Verdun
• 16. Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension
• 17. Ville-Marie
• 18. Westmount–Saint-Louis
• 19. Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie

Our festival will be taking place in some of our favorite districts!

• Friday
  Production Jeun’Est, located at 4560 Rue Adam, is situated in the Mercier-Hochelaga Maisonneuve (HoMa) district.

• Saturday - Day & Afternoon
  Espace 215, at 215 Rue Jean-Talon Ouest, is in the Villeray district. It is a 15-minute walk from the Jean-Talon metro station.

• Saturday - Night
  La Sala Rossa, at 4848 St Laurent, is in the Plateau Mont Royal district. It is a 15-minute walk from the Laurier metro station.

• Sunday - Day & Afternoon
  Espace 215, located at 215 Rue Jean-Talon Ouest in the Villeray district, is a 15-minute walk from the Jean-Talon metro station.

• Sunday - Night
  Surprise

Montreal's walkability score of 73 makes it easy to explore its charming streets and hidden gems on foot. We’ve worked to aim to make our venus as accessible as possible. 

Metro - Bus - Walk

We suggest the unlimited weekend pack: $15.25 

https://www.stm.info/en/info/fares/transit-fares/unlimited-weekend

Bixi 

https://bixi.com/en/

https://bixi.com/en/one-way-passes/

Uber

https://www.uber.com/

Bagels
Montreal bagels, with origins tracing back to 16th-century Jewish communities in Poland, were introduced to North America by Jewish immigrants in the late 19th century. Iconic shops like St-Viateur Bagel and Fairmont Bagel, known for their hand-rolled bagels and longstanding rivalry, are the go-to places for these tasty treats.

Smoked Meat
Montreal smoked meat, brought by Jewish immigrants who settled in the city in the late 19th century, became famous thanks to Schwartz Deli, which opened in 1928. Other notable places to enjoy this delicacy include Reuben’s Deli & Steakhouse, Le roi du smoked meat, and The Main Deli Steak House.

Poutine
Poutine, originating from rural Quebec in the 1950s, is a beloved dish you can savor at renowned establishments like La Banquise, Ma Poule Mouillee, and Le Garde-Manger.

Maple Syrup
Quebec, producing 70% of the world’s maple syrup, offers some of the finest products at Jean-Talon Market, Atwater Market, and Maple Delights.

• Montreal is an island covering 431.5 sq km, with a population of around 1.7 million people. 
• Bilingual city: Montreal is the largest French-speaking city outside of France, which also happens to be bilingual with English spoken. 47% of Montrealers speak a third language, making it the most multilingual city in Canada. 
• Cultural Hub: Montreal hosts over 100 festivals annually, including the Montreal International Jazz Festival, Just for Laughs, and the Montreal World Film Festival. 
• Underground city: Montreal has an extensive underground network known as the “underground city”, which connect shopping centers, hotels, metro stations and more, spanning over 32 kilometers. 
• Joie de Vivre: Montrealers are known for their “joie de vivre” (French for; love of life), enjoying festivals, cultural events, outdoor activities and the city’s vibrant nightlife scene. 
• Foodie Island. Montreal boasts more restaurants per capita tan any other city in North America, including New York City, with over 4,000 restaurants. 
• Boozie Bliss: Montreal is home to over 200 bars and microbreweries, showcasing the city’s vibrant nightlife and craft beer scene. 
• Old Charm:  Montreal is the oldest city in Canada, founded in 1942 by French settlers. The rest of Canada was primarily settled by the English in the 17th century.  
• Weather Warriors: While Montreal has 4 distinct seasons (fall, winter, spring, summer) it has notably extreme winters and summers. Temperatures range from around 79 degrees fahrenheit (26 degree celsius) in July to -10 degree fahrenheit (-23 degree celsius) in January. The city receives an average of 89 inches (225 centimeters) of snow annually. 
• Rebel of Canada: Quebec sees itself as a distinct nation within Canada, with its own language, culture, and identity. Montreal, as Quebec’s largest city and cultural capital, plays a significant role in this self-perception. It embodies Quebec’s unique blend of French and North American influences and serves as a vibrant hub for cultural expression, economic activity and political discourse within the broader Canadian context. 
• Legal Drinking Age: Quebec's drinking age is 18, lower than most Canadian provinces where it's 19.
• Nightlife: Montreal has over 6,000 restaurants and bars, contributing to its vibrant nightlife.
• LGBTQ+ Rights: Montreal hosts one of North America's largest pride festivals, attracting over 2 million attendees annually.
• Social Services: Quebec has one of the most extensive social safety nets in Canada, with 96% of residents covered by public health insurance.
• Public Spaces: Montreal has over 17,000 acres of parks and green spaces, including Mount Royal Park, one of the city's largest.
• Political Leanings: Montreal is known for its left-leaning politics, with 48% of residents identifying as left-wing.
• Activism: Montreal has a strong tradition of activism, with over 250 protests and demonstrations held annually.

Sites

• Mount-Royal look-out - a must!
• Streets to walk along; Mount Royal, St-Laurent, Duluth, Prince Arthur
• Old Port - walk by the water, grab something from a food truck or grab drinks at Jardin Nelson

Markets

• Atwater Market - Atwater market - grab food (Lucile’s, Satay Brothers for a drink) & sit on the canal
• Jean-Talon Market.

Parks - Picnic in a park, people watching and activity paradise

• Lafontaine Park
• Jarry Park
• Mont Royal (Jean Mance park) - TamTams on Sundays