The Montreal Arab World Festival will run from October 30 to November 15, 2026, at Place des Arts, according to Tourisme Montréal. The event features shows, creations, conferences, debates and film screenings exploring the potential of intercultural exchanges.
The programming spans several forms of expression: concerts, shows, conferences, dance, film screenings and workshops. It's one of the few Montreal events that brings together this many different art forms around a single cultural theme, over nearly three weeks.
Good to know for newcomers. If you're just discovering Montreal's cultural scene, a themed festival like this one is a good way to meet a specific community while enjoying programming that's accessible to everyone, regardless of your background. Place des Arts is easy to reach by public transit (Place-des-Arts metro station), making it a simple outing to plan even without a car. Keep an eye on the festival's official ticketing for programming details and prices, which are typically confirmed as the date approaches.
