Many international associations choose Montreal for conferences and annual meetings because it’s affordable.

Why? There are so many free things to do in Montreal.

The following is just a sample of what you can do without spending any money in Montreal:

See The Past Come to Life

CITÉ MÉMOIRE-MONTRÉAL EN HISTOIRES

Using innovative projections, Cite Memoire brings Montreal’s past to life. Download the app and learn the history of this great city.

Feel The Beat of Montreal

LES TAM-TAMS DU MONT-ROYAL

This free drumming tradition is on every Sunday until Late September and takes place in Mount Royal Park.

Celebrate Cuisine, Culture and Comedy – And More

MONTRÉAL FESTIVALS

Montreal hosts many festivals such as the renowned Just For Laughs and Jazz Fest. This is not all, the Beer Festival, Urban Art Festival, Circus Festival, Startup Festival and more have free activities.

Reconnect With Your Inner Child

BARBIE EXPO

Hosted in downtown Montreal, the Barbie Expo is the largest permanent Barbie dolls exhibition in the world and has a wide range of Barbies and glamorous outfits by famous fashion designers.

Discover Montreal’s Underground

RESO

With a vast network of pedestrian walkways – 32 kilometers of connecting passageways beneath the street level, you will find plenty of free things to do. The system connects 10 hotels, restaurants, the Montreal Convention Center and a number of shopping malls.

Sample Seasonal Flavors

Montreal is a foodie’s paradise. From the smoked meat to poutine, you will find plenty of free foods to snack on.