Montreal is buzzing with energy as it heads into the Big Event of 2017: the 375th anniversary of the city.
Monrealers are justly proud of their city and want to show off its multi-cultural achievements to the world. So come one, come all and take advantage of the many indoor and outdoor events planned to enthrall native and visitor, child and adult alike.
A sampling of events planned for the first three months of 2017:
Barbegazi: an all-family winter sports festival featuring a giant outdoor obstacle course. For information about the activities, dates, and times, visit http://www.barbegazifest.ca/
Igloofest: an outdoor dance party held under the stars at the Old Port on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings for a limited time, so put on your dancing snow boots and join in the fun. https://igloofest.ca/
Fête des neiges: a free weekend event where ziplines, tube sliding, sled dog tours, skating, and live music set the tone. For information, visit http://www.parcjeandrapeau.com/en/
Montréal en lumière: a cultural and fine food festival featuring feasts for all the senses. This event is held annually and this year should even be more exciting based on the entire city celebrating its anniversary. http://www.montrealenlumiere.com/
In order to make a soufflé you must break some eggs, and the city is currently undergoing major construction upheavals, all in anticipation of the many planned events. Streets are being enlarged and/or rerouted to help traffic flow better, but beware drivers: there is a traffic speed trap for out-of-country and rental cars on the major artery Autoroute 10/20 entering the bridge into the city. This is a word of caution because nothing puts a damper on enjoying all that Montreal offers like a speeding ticket on entering the city.
