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Discover Montreal’s Fall Festivals to Enrich Your Airbnb Guests' Experience

Festivals showcase vibrant and diverse cultural expressions, thereby enhancing the experience of guests visiting the city.

20/09/2024 - As fall begins on September 22 and lasts until winter on December 21, Montreal is gearing up to host an impressive series of festivals. For Airbnb hosts, this is an excellent opportunity to offer your guests an immersion into a vibrant and diverse culture.

By highlighting local cultural events, you enhance their experience and connection with the city. Here is a selection of over 15 events to recommend to your guests, whether they are fans of cinema, music, the arts, or gastronomy.

Find more details about the festivals here.

September:

  • Festival international de la littérature (FIL) (September 18 to 28, 2024)Over 200 authors and artists from around the world gather in Montreal for readings, dance performances, music events, and art exhibitions.
  • Montreal International Black Film Festival (September 25 to 29, 2024)The largest bilingual festival dedicated to Black cinema in North America, showcasing films from around the world.
  • MAPP_MTL (September 24 to 28, 2024)An international video mapping festival that projects works onto Montreal’s buildings, offering a free immersive experience indoors and outdoors.
  • POP Montreal International Music Festival (September 25 to 29, 2024)A music festival that spans the city with indie rock, folk, electro, hip-hop, punk, and more, in intimate venues and rooftop settings.
  • Journées de la Culture (September 27 to 29, 2024)Over 2,500 free activities across Quebec, offering a chance to explore art, experimentation, and cultural exchanges.

October:

  • Phénomena (October 2 to 25, 2024)A multidisciplinary, bilingual festival blending theatrical performances, cabarets, and unique art installations.
  • Festival du Nouveau Cinéma (October 9 to 20, 2024)Over 200 films from 60 countries, a cinema festival renowned for its bold and innovative works.
  • Ramen Ramen Fes (October 14 to 27, 2024)A celebration of ramen, featuring original creations from various Montreal restaurants and pop-ups.
  • MTL connect (October 15 to 18, 2024)An exhibition of digital installations and emerging trends, addressing the cultural and economic impacts of the digital age.
  • Montreal Burlesque Festival (October 18 and 19, 2024)Sensual and glamorous cabaret shows featuring international performers in a unique atmosphere.
  • MTLàTABLE (October 31 to November 17, 2024)Restaurant week, where you can discover Montreal’s culinary scene through special menus citywide.

November:

  • CINEMANIA (November 6 to 17, 2024)A must-see francophone film festival featuring screenings, masterclasses, and short films with English subtitles.
  • Bach Festival (November 16 to December 8, 2024)Concerts and music events celebrating the works of Johann Sebastian Bach in some of Montreal's most beautiful venues.
  • Mundial Montréal (November 19 to 22, 2024)North America’s leading world music summit, offering unique concerts and networking events.
  • image+nation (November 20 to 30, 2024)Canada’s first LGBT2SQ film festival, celebrating queer cinema with both international and local films.
  • La Grande Dégustation de Montréal (November 28 to 30, 2024)An event for wine, beer, and spirits lovers, with tastings and meetings with producers from around the globe.

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