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MONTREAL AUGUST FESTIVALS & EVENTS

  March 20, 2009 to October 10, 2010      
    Being Irish O'Québec
514.398.7100
Ireland's immigrants brought with them collective memories and symbols that have helped build Québec identity.    
Being Irish O'Québec Web Site More Info
  Until March 13, 2011      
    Made in Montréal?
514.872.0238
The Centre d’histoire of Montreal presents more than 4000 objects from its collection.    
Made in Montréal? Web Site More Info
  January 27 to September 12, 2010      
    Nincheri's Secular Work
514.259.9201
The Centre d’histoire of Montreal presents more than 4000 objects from its collection.    
Nincheri's Secular Work Web Site More Info
  February 1 to December 31, 2010      
    Montreal, city of glass 2010
See you in 2010 for a transparent look at all things glass in Montreal’s museums and galleries.    
Montreal, city of glass 2010 Web Site More Info
  April 1 to August 29,2010      
    Inspiria
514.285.1600 #340
1.800.899.6873

Come admire a spectacular private collection of twenty exceptional pieces of jewellery.    
Inspiria Web Site More Info
  April 8 to October 31, 2010      
    A Passion For Glass
514.285.1600 #340
1.800.899.6873
The Mendels share their love of contemporary art glass through an outstanding gift of a hundred works to the Museum.    
A Passion For Glass Web Site More Info
  April 24 to October 3, 2010      
    Borduas
514.847.6226
The Musée spotlights the remarkable Borduas Collection – some 130 works produced from the early 1920s up to 1960.    
Borduas Web Site More Info
  April 24 to October 3, 2010      
    With Glass, Under Glass, Without Glass
514.847.6226
The exhibition will comprise a dozen major works from the Collection of the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal.    
With Glass, Under Glass, Without Glass Web Site More Info
  April 25 to October 3, 2010      
    Montreal Impact
514.328.3668
1.866.955.4672
Professional soccer club playing in the newly created United States Soccer Federation Second Division, the Montreal Impact is the USL 2009 champion and three-time championship winner.    
Montreal Impact Web Site More Info
  April 30 to August 29, 2010      
    "We want Miles"
514.285.1600 #340
1.800.899.6873
A tribute to Miles Davis, a legendary figure whose influence goes far beyond the boundaries of jazz.    
"We want Miles" Web Site More Info
  May 2 to September 26, 2010      
    Les Tam-tams du Mont Royal
Every Sunday, this free, unofficial festival takes place in the surrounding vast green spaces of Mount Royal Park.      
Les Tam-tams du Mont Royal  
  May 13 to December 19, 2010      
    Glass Cycles
514.935.8136
Exhibition tracing the history of glass in Montréal, from the time of handcrafted objects to industrial production.    
Glass Cycles, at the intersection of art and industry Web Site More Info
  May 15 to October 31, 2010      
    China:
A World of Paper
Paper was invented in China in the second century BC. It can be fragile or very strong, refined or rough, ordinary or exceptional … A fascinating exhibition and activities on the theme of calligraphy and the art of paper cutting.    
China: A World of Paper Web Site More Info
  May 15 to October 31, 2010      
    The Tea Ritual Oolong, pu’erh, longjing and white tea … Come delight in the ritual surrounding the Chinese tea ceremony and enjoy some famous Chinese teas in enchanting surroundings ($).    
The Tea Ritual Web Site More Info
  May 23 to November 3, 2010      
    Piknic Électronik
Every Sunday, discover the best of the electronic music scene in an environment created to stimulate the senses.    
Piknic Électronik Web Site More Info
  May 26 to September 13, 2010      
    Aires Libres
514.529.1168
Sainte-Catherine Street turns into a pedestrian zone for artists and visitors between Berri and Papineau Streets.    
Aires Libres Web Site More Info
  May 26, 2010 to January 9, 2011      
    Dream Weavers
514.398.7100
The exhibition pays tribute to the savoir-faire of the costume designers and artisans at Cirque du Soleil.    
Dream Weavers Web Site More Info
  June 8 to November 14, 2010      
    Easter Island, An Epic Voyage
514.872.9150
This exhibition offers the opportunity to discover the history of the most isolated land on Earth, Rapa Nui, or Easter Island, and to admire - for the first time in Canada - the beauty of its mysterious people.    
Easter Island, An Epic Voyage Web Site More Info
  June 12, 19, 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7 and 14, 2010      
    L'International des Feux Loto-Québec
514.397.2000
International pyrotechnic art competition featuring 10 high calibre pyromusical displays lasting 30 minutes each.    
L'International des Feux Loto-Québec Web Site More Info
  June 19; July 22, 29; August 6, 19; September 3, 19; October 11, 17 and November 7, 2010  
    Montréal Alouettes
514.871.2255
The Montréal Alouettes are members of the Canadian Football League and the 2002 Grey Cup Champions.    
Montréal Alouettes Web Site More Info
  July 26 to August 1st, 2010      
    Divers/Cité
514.285.4011
A very unique LGBT event. Eight days of outdoor activities happening in Montréal's urban core...    
Divers/Cité Web Site More Info
  July 28 to August 1, 2010      
    Osheaga
514.790.2525
1.877.668.8269
The Music and Arts Festival kicks off with Osheaga in the City, a series of concerts in Montréal’s best venues.    
Osheaga, Music and Arts Festival Web Site More Info
  July 29 to August 1, 2010      
    Montréal MEG Festival
514.223.8415
MEG makes Montréal a high place of emerging culture and artistic exchange between Europe and North America.    
Montréal MEG Festival Web Site More Info
  July 29 to August 1, 2010      
    Twist Weekend
514.875.7026
Three main events: Twist, Mega T-dance and Twist Encore.    
Twist Weekend Web Site More Info
  August 1 to 31, 2010      
    Québec Archaeology Month
1.877.266.5687
Discover the traces of 10,000 years of inhabitation in the territory of Québec.    
Québec Archaeology Month Web Site More Info
  August 4 to 7, 2010      
    Fashion & Design Festival
514.876.1499
Street activities and special presentations that pay tribute to fashion and design.    
The Montréal Fashion & Design Festival Web Site More Info
  August 7 and 8, 2010      
    24hrs Inline Montreal
514.261.5955
Inline skating enthusiasts compete against one another in a 24-hour contest on demanding Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve.    
24hrs Inline Montreal Web Site More Info
  August 11 to 15, 2010      
    International Festiblues
514.337.8425
Once again, the event will present an exceptional range of national and international blues artists.    
International Festiblues of Montréal Web Site More Info
  August 12 to 15, 2010      
    Montréal Pride Celebrations
514.903.6193
The event features a Community Day, the annual Pride Parade and more fun in the Village.    
Montréal Pride Celebrations Web Site More Info
  August 13 to 22, 2010      
    Rogers Cup
514.273.1515
1.866.338.2685
The best tennis players in the world meet in one of the most prestigious tournaments on the women's professional tour.    
Rogers Cup presented by National Bank Web Site More Info
  August 26 to 28, 2010      
    Ford Racing Festival
514.730.0045
Don’t miss the exhilarating free outdoor activities, exhibitions and shows on Crescent Street during the NASCAR weekend.    
Ford Racing Festival Web Site More Info
  August 26 to September 6, 2010      
    Montréal World Film Festival
514.848.3883
Every year, films from more than 70 countries, including well-known and first-time filmmakers alike, are presented.    
Montréal World Film Festival Web Site More Info
  August 26 to 28, 2010      
    St. Michel Falla
514.376.8648
1.888.376.8648
A Spanish tradition, the Falla is an immense fanciful sculpture which is set aflame during a festive celebration.    
St. Michel Falla Web Site More Info
  August 28 and 29, 2010      
    18th-century
Public Market

514.872.9150
Take a trip back in time among stalls, an inn, a military camp, a Native camp, musicians, craftspeople, and historic figures.    
18th-century Public Market Web Site More Info
  August 28 and 29, 2010      
    NAPA Auto Parts 200
514.350.4731
Montréal hosts the spectacular NASCAR Nationwide Series, which features 43 machines powered by their V8 engines.    
NAPA Auto Parts 200 presented by DODGE Web Site More Info
  Permanent      
    And Then There Was Light
514.842.2925
1.866.842.2925
A stunning light and sound show tells the story of Montréal and the Notre-Dame Basilica.    
And Then There Was Light Web Site More Info
               
MONTREAL AUGUST FESTIVALS & EVENTS

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