Downtown, in parks, on boats, and in stadiums, Montreal’s August lineup is equal parts energy and escape. Just when summer seems to slow down, Montreal raises you world-class tennis serves, golden hour DJ sets, and superstars on the OSHEAGA stage for moments that feel both laid-back and electric.
From dubstep drops at îLESONIQ to country croons at LASSO, open-air yoga sessions to community beer gardens, the city offers wild nights, slow mornings, and everything in between this August. All that’s left to do is to pour a drink, grab some shades, and make the most of the last full month of summer.
Fantasia International Film Festival: Bold, bizarre, and brilliant
From July 17 to August 3, Fantasia International Film Festival returns for three wild weeks of premieres, packed screenings, cosplay, and Q&As with some of the boldest contemporary voices in cinema. This is North America’s largest celebration of imaginative genre film, with diverse offerings ranging from offbeat animation to international thrillers.
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