At this time of year, the city experiences a season of contrasts—as winter lingers, everything pulses with energy. The best things to do in Montreal during March show how you can wander through glowing art installations one night and dip into a maple syrup-covered feast on a farm the next.
From major film festivals to Saint Patrick’s Day’s 200th anniversary, here’s what’s worth marking on your calendar.
MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE: A Winter Spectacle
Photograph: Productions Novak (left) & Frédérique Ménard-Aubin (right)
Running until March 9, 2025, MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE wraps up its final days with glowing installations, immersive culinary experiences, and one last chance to revel in its icy playgrounds at the Quartier des Spectacles.
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