Montreal in September: the Big List of Things to Do

September 20 to 27, free. Eight days of racing on the city's streets, a first in North America since 1974, per Tourisme Montréal. The courses use the streets: watch from the roadside, no ticket needed. It is the biggest sporting event in Montreal since the 1976 Olympic Games. A once-in-a-generation chance to see the world's cycling elite pass metres from you, on your own streets.

The biggest sporting event in Montreal since the 1976 Olympic Games, a first in North America since 1974. Thirteen races on the city's streets, from time trials to elite road races — watch from the roadside, no ticket.

Montrealers come out with their families along the courses in a free, festive, open-air atmosphere.

September 1 to 7. Dozens of restaurants offer their signature burgers at promotional prices, per the official Burger Week website. A budget-friendly way to discover the food scene, from famous spots to corner joints. Discover Montreal's food scene on a budget, from well-known spots to corner joints.

An annual food celebration that turns the city into one giant burger menu. Each restaurant offers its signature burger at a reduced price — poutine burgers, bagel burgers, local creations.

Montrealers use it to try places they would never have tried, often in groups.

Sundays through the month, at Parc Jean-Drapeau. The 2026 season runs from May 17 to October 18, per the official site. Outdoor DJ sets facing the river; hours and prices (any free or discounted entry) are listed on the official site. For a relaxed afternoon by the river, even if you don't know the artists.

The Sunday meeting point for electronic music, a ritual of the Montreal summer. Open-air DJ sets facing the river at Parc Jean-Drapeau, with stages for every taste.

You come with a blanket, friends and a picnic — electronic music is enjoyed in the sun.

September 25 to 27, free. Hundreds of free workshops, guided tours and shows across Quebec, per the official website. Look up activities near you: it is the ideal gateway to local culture. The ideal gateway to understanding local culture — and everything is free.

A national weekend when Quebec's culture opens its doors for free. Workshops, guided tours, shows and circuits in neighbourhoods, museums and artists' studios.

The moment when artists and institutions open their doors to the curious, often for the first time.