Summer is in full swing in Montreal! Festivals, circus shows, music, and culture resonate throughout the city. It’s the perfect time to visit the city with its 100 steeples and experience Montreal to the fullest! Here’s a list of events and activities not to be missed in Montreal in July 2025.
Festivals, Circuses, and Shows in Montreal in July 2025
We cannot talk about Montreal without mentioning its festivals! Circus, culture, music… There’s something for everyone.
Nuits d’Afrique Festival
For its 39th edition, the Festival Nuits d’Afrique offers 13 days of indoor and outdoor concert programming in the heart of the Quartier des spectacles from July 8 to 20, 2025. Discover over 700 artists from some thirty different countries!
As a proud partner of the Hôtel Monville, you can obtain discounts of up to 20% on the festival’s paid programming by staying directly at the Hôtel Monville. Go to the hotel reception desk to obtain your discount. The Quartier des Spectacles is just a 15-minute walk from the Hôtel Monville.
Montréal Complètement Cirque
Montréal Complètement Cirque, part of the Tohu festival, returns from July 3 to 13 for its 16th edition with a host of acrobatic and dance shows, and the return of the giants! This city-wide festival offers paid programming in numerous theaters and free outdoor programming in the Quartier des Spectacles.
When you stay at Hôtel Monville, you benefit from an ideal location, as the hotel is a 15-minute walk from the Quartier des Spectacles and a 10-minute walk from Place Ville Marie.
International des feux Loto Québec
The magic of the International des Feux Loto Québec returns from Upcoming 2025 dates (June-July-August). Teams from all over the world compete in one of the world’s most renowned fireworks competitions.
There are several great locations to admire the fireworks, such as Au Pied du Courant, the La Ronde amusement park, and the Tour de l’Horloge. Hotel Monville also offers a breathtaking view from the Monville Room and its suites with a view of the Jacques Cartier Bridge. You can choose the view from your room by calling the reservations team directly at +1 514-379-2000.
Piknic Electronik
It’s the event that brings party, music and dance lovers together! Every weekend from May to October, meet at Parc Jean-Drapeau.
Did you know? The first Piknic Electronik was born in Montreal in 2003! Since then, it has expanded to Barcelone, Melbourne, Dubai, Santiago, Paris, and more.
By staying at Hotel Monville, you can purchase an open ticket for any day of the regular programming, directly on the hotel’s reservation site.
Discover the regular program for July
Discover the OfF Piknic program for July
Exhibitions and Immersive Experiences in Montreal in July 2025
For art and immersive experience enthusiasts, Montreal offers a wealth of unique exhibitions!
Oasis Immersion
Oasis Immersion is Canada’s largest indoor immersive experience and features several exhibitions such as Van Gogh, Nature Vive and Rêver L’Asie in its 3 immersive galleries.
By staying at Hotel Monville, you’ll be just 2 minutes away from the Palais des Congrès, where Oasis Immersion is located, and you’ll receive a 10% discount on tickets for the exhibition of your choice. Go to the hotel reception desk to obtain the discount.
The Horizon of Khufu
This immersive visual experience takes you on a journey to ancient Egypt! Admire one of the seven wonders of the world! Discover the pyramid of Giza. You can’t visit Montreal without stopping by!
The immersive Horizon of Khufu exhibition is located in the Old Port of Montreal, a 15-minute walk from the Hôtel Monville.
Events and Activities at Hotel Monville in July 2025
Hotel Monville also has its own schedule of events for July 2024. Don’t miss the two flagship events of the month!
Le Joker x Monville
Le Joker x Monville is the must-attend French-Quebec stand-up comedy night in Montreal. The event takes place on the 20th floor of Hotel Monville, offering a stunning view of downtown Montreal. 5 to 6 French-speaking comedians will entertain the audience throughout the evening with hilarious jokes and anecdotes. A bar is available on the hotel’s rooftop terrace throughout the event. The comedy show is at Hotel Monville once a month.
With festivals, comedy shows, and immersive experiences, you have plenty to do in Montreal in July 2024. For more articles and tips, you can sign up for the Hotel Monville newsletter below.
The article was written by Naomi Dupont.