The best things to do in Montreal during make the city feel taking a deep, relaxing breath before the full plunge into winter. Take from us after we took stock of it all: The leaves are mostly gone, the first snow flurries show up uninvited, and suddenly everyone's talking about Christmas markets even though it's barely mid-month. But between the jazz clubs staying warm and the festival circuit refusing to slow down, there's a rhythm to it.
Film festivals dominate the calendar, from francophone features to documentaries that tackle the world's biggest questions. Music venues fill with world beats and emerging indie acts looking to break through. Food festivals and wine tastings fuelled by the best restaurants and best wine bars in Montreal are a-plenty. And yes, the holiday season creeps in early, with Santa making his entrance and artisan markets popping up across town.
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