In April, we’ll put on our best waterproof sneakers and hop, hop, hop like little bunnies all over Montreal, because the city is waking up and it’s the start of the season when we’ll absolutely be living outdoors.
There will be days off for Easter Monday, the first flowers, April showers… and as usual, our calendar is packed to the brim.
Wednesday, April 1: Pink Full Moon
At 10:12 p.m., April’s full moon—the Pink Moon—will be high in the Montreal sky. It heralds spring, renewal, and fine weather.
April 3–6: Easter long weekend
From Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6, 2026, it’s the first long weekend of spring. That means it’s finally—finally!—time to swap out your fur-lined boots for rain boots, take off your mittens, and dig out that not-so-practical but very charming wicker basket for a picnic.
April 4–5: Monthly Market @ WIP Works
To refresh our wardrobe this spring, with 20+ small Quebec businesses.
Thursday, April 9: Paint & Sip & Persian Tea at Café Montiran
Persian tea or coffee, pastries, and a canvas—for those who want to redecorate for spring.
Click here to book.Friday, April 10: The Harder They Come at the Midnight Cinema
Rhythms, rebellion, and Caribbean cinema screened at midnight.
Screening of Perry Henzell’s *The Harder They Come* (1972), presented as part of the *Midnight at the Park* program, which highlights thrillers and genre films.
April 10–12: Art Plural Fair
The Art Plural contemporary art fair, created for and by galleries—and for lovers of contemporary art as well—will take place on the Grand Quai in Montreal’s Old Port from April 10 to 12.
Saturday, April 11: Spring Vintage Bazaar
Decor, accessories, clothing, music—because after the big spring cleaning, we’ll have room for colorful vintage pieces to wear when the sun comes back.
Once a year, Ben & Jerry’s holds Free Cone Day, simply for the joy of showing our love for them and treating ourselves—and we know what people will say, that it’s just marketing and so on, but we gladly accept our free ice cream.
Deep down, there’s really nothing better than ice cream, and when it’s free, it’s even better!
Thursday, April 16: Watercolor Flowers Workshop with the BloomClub
To paint spring flowers in watercolor and celebrate the warm season, the most romantic among us can take a class with Laura Dugalic (@atelierbylau_).
Tickets will be available starting April 1, 2026, here!Friday, April 17: El Topo ( 1970) at the Midnight Show
A mystical and surreal Western to (re)discover in theaters.
Screening of El Topo (1970) by Alejandro Jodorowsky, featured as one of the absurd and underground films in the special Minuit au Parc program.
Friday, April 17: Sleeping Beauty — Ballet of Lights
Six dancers in luminous costumes light up the stage.
This legendary tale comes to life through classical dance, breathtaking choreography, and incredible, luminous costumes.
Ballet of Lights : Sleeping Beauty in a sparkling show
23 May 2026 16:00 + more dates
Friday, April 17: Mile End Kicks hits Montreal theaters
Mile End Kicks brings the Mile End of 2011 to the screen with a summery, nostalgic soundtrack.
Mile End Kicks, directed by Chandler Levack, follows Grace Pine in Montreal in 2011 and pays tribute to the Mile End music scene. The film will be released in Quebec theaters on April 17, 2026.
Friday, April 17: Croissant and Tattoo at Bar à Beurre
A croissant, a latte, and a tattoo in the cozy atmosphere of Bar à Beurre.
Le Bar à Beurre is hosting the “Croissant and Tattoo” event on Saturday, April 18, 2026: lattes, croissants, and flash tattoos by Pamela Anne Derson in the cozy atmosphere of the bakery. Reservations required via direct message on Instagram @barabeurre.
Saturday, April 18: Yoga Brunch at Bota Bota Spa
Warm up with a Yoga Brunch on the Bota Bota spa boat.
Bota Bota offers “Yoga Brunch” on Sundays: a vinyasa class open to all with Alexandra Messier, brunch at La Traversée restaurant, and two hours of access to the spa boat’s water circuit. Next available date: April 19, 2026; price: $135 + tax.
Wednesday, April 22: Opening of the Spring/Summer 2026 exhibitions at PHI
PHI presents two major exhibitions that explore our relationship with the world and its truth.
The PHI Contemporary Art Center presents two major exhibitions for the spring/summer 2026 season, exploring freedom, imagination, and ecology.
Friday, April 24: Targets ( 1968) at the Midnight Show
A thriller to (re)watch in the Park’s evening lineup.
Screening of Peter Bogdanovich’s *Targets* (1968), concluding the selection of thrillers and midnight movies for the 10th edition of Minuit au Parc.
Saturday, April 25: Candlelight Spring at the Rialto Theatre
Enjoy an intimate evening where music and light celebrate spring.
Candlelight Spring transforms the Rialto Theatre in Montreal into a nocturnal garden illuminated by hundreds of candles and floral installations, featuring musical tributes performed by musicians up close to the audience. The experience is intimate, immersive, and designed to celebrate the renewal of spring.
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
18 July 2026 18:30
Crocuses and snowdrops herald the arrival of spring in Montreal.
The second half of April marks the awakening of bulbs in Montreal: crocuses, snowdrops, daffodils, and early tulips begin to emerge as the ground thaws.
Underwater with whales, belugas, and immersive installations at Grand Quai.
An immersive exhibition at the Grand Quai in the Old Port featuring several works on the seabed, whales, and belugas, presented by Panorama Expérience and Expériences Infinity.
