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Celebrate French song.
Les Francos de Montréal proudly showcases French-language music for a 10-day festival that brings together the best musical talents from the French-speaking world. The festival, happening at Quartier des Spectacles, features nearly 150 concerts, most of which are presented for free at many outdoor and indoor venues. Until June 22.
Details: www.mtl.org/en/what-to-do/festivals-and-events/francos-de-montreal
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Savour Japanese culture — and its street food.
YATAI MTL is a popular four-day festival that celebrates Japanese culture and the many iconic foods that come from its streets. Yatai literally means “shop stand,” but references the itinerant culinary scene in Japan, a tradition that dates back to the Edo period in the 1630s. The event has three components: a street food zone, an exhibitor zone, and a cultural zone.
Details: www.mtl.org/en/what-to-do/festivals-and-events/yatai-mtl-japan-week-montreal
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Embark on a bicycle tour.
If you want to see Montréal, rub shoulders with locals, and stay active while on vacation, hop on a bike. With over 700 kilometres (435 miles) of bike paths, Montréal is a haven for cyclists. Friendly bike tour companies can take you on a tailor-made trip, whether you’re looking for historical insights, excellent food, or a work-out challenge. Some tour companies offer electronic bikes.
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Listen to beautiful chamber music.
The internationally acclaimed Montréal Chamber Music Festival (MCMF) celebrates the intimate art of chamber music in all its forms, presenting outstanding performers in concert. This year, the MCMF features world-class artists, world premières, rising stars ,and some of Canada’s finest musicians in unique chamber music combinations. Until June 23.
Details: www.mtl.org/en/what-to-do/festivals-and-events/montreal-chamber-music-festival
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Watch a massive mural come to life.
It’s the final weekend to see MURAL Fest, an international public art festival dedicated to the celebration of creativity and the democratization of urban art. The annual event transforms Saint-Laurent Boulevard into a real open-air museum. Local and international artists unite their talents in the most creative manners. DJs will spin onsite, along with plenty of other live entertainment. Until June16.
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