Things to do in Montreal this April

Spring is when the city collectively exhales, and the best things to do in Montreal during April are all about that collective relaxation. Winter’s grip loosens, the sun overstays its welcome in the best way, and the streets start to feel alive again—sometimes a little too alive, as months of snow finally melt to reveal a not-so-charming layer of forgotten garbage and sidewalk mysteries. But give it a few days, and the city shakes off its seasonal hangover with a full-blown awakening.

This is when everything starts moving faster. Parks fill up, terrasses reopen, and people suddenly remember they own sunglasses. The festivals don’t stop (because this is Montreal), but now they come with the added bonus of fresh air. Whether you’re diving into an art fair, chasing vinyl finds, or indulging in a long-overdue Easter brunch, April is all about shaking off the frost and getting back to the good stuff.