February is the shortest month of the year, but sometimes it can seem like the longest. It’s the month of Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year,Blue Monday, andwinter sports. If you’re spending February in Montreal, you’ll have a busy schedule…
February calendar in Montreal
February 1: Full moon of February – Snow Moon
The full moon in February is called the Snow Moon (no explanation needed) and will be at its peak on February 1, 2026, at 5:09 p.m. above Montreal.
February 7: Singles for Singles atthe Ideal
For those who want to let their playlist do the talking, the event invites singles to introduce themselves with two songs (onechill, one lesschill)to attract music lovers and those who share the same favorite songs.
Where?L’Idéal, 151 Ontario Street East
When? Saturday, February 7, 2026
Doors open: 1:30 p.m.
Introductions & games: 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Kitchen opens: 4:00 p.m.
How? Ticketsare $25 per person,and you can reserve yours here!
February 7-8: Montreal Makers Market, Valentine’s Day edition
Where?Saint-Jean de Berchmans Church, 5945 Cartier Street
When?February7and 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
How?Free admission
February 7-8: Maleficarum Market,Erotic ArteditionforValentine’s Day
For last-minute kinkygifts to give to our friskiest lovers…
Where?4000 St-Ambroise Street, Suite 278
When?February 7 and 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How?Free admission
February 7-8: Montreal Creative Collective Market, Valentine’s Day edition
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Where? At the Verdun Auditorium, 4110 LaSalle Boulevard
When? The weekend of February 7 and 8, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
How? Free admission
February 12:Richard Avedon: Immortal. Portraits of Time Passing, 1951-2004 at theMontreal Museum of Fine Arts
The exhibition will feature portraits by cult American photographer Richard Avedon, from Chet Baker to Jean Renoir, revisiting the most influential faces of the 20th century through a hundred portraits.
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Where?Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, 1380 Sherbrooke Street West
When?February 12 to August 9, 2026
How much?$31 for ages 26 and over, $15.50 on Wednesday evenings, free for ages 25 and under, members of Indigenous communities, and people with disabilities and their companions
February 13: Galentine’s Day
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday. That’s all well and good, but what do you do if you’re single? Don’t stress—because on Friday, February 13, the evening will be reserved for celebrating with friends.
February 14: Valentine’s Day
It’s the season to be in love in Montreal. Even if the weather is chaotic, little sparrows sing in chorus under cars parked in the alleys. The asphalt sidewalks are just slippery enough to fall in love (and possibly scrape your knee, which will need to be disinfected by someone sexy). The sun sets later and later.
February 15: Roller Dance atthe SAT
There’s nothing more romantic than swooning into the arms of someone who knows how to roller dance…Bonus points for an activity that makes us feel like we’re in an ’80s movie.
Where? Societyfor Arts and Technology, 1201 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
When?February 15, 2026 – from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
How?Tickets start at $25,and for more information, click here!
February 17:Do you know your Chinatown? atthe Musée des Mémoires Montréalaises
An exhibition on the identity and history of Montreal’s Chinatown through photos and testimonials.
Where?Musée des Mémoires Montréalaises (MEM), 1210 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
When?February 17 to May 10, 2026
How?Free admission
February 17–March 3: ChineseNew Year
February 27:Opening of the ice rink under the Anneau
It’s the ice rink we didn’t need, but it’s the ice rink that will probably bring us the most joy this winter in Montreal.
Between February 27 and March 29, 2026,in the center of the Place Ville-Marie skyscrapers and under the giant ring that serves as the backdrop for Instagram photos of the city’s most beautiful view of Mount Royal, there will be an ice rink.
Where?Esplanade Place Ville-Marie, under the ring
When? FromFebruary 27 at 11:30 a.m. until March 29, 2026
How?Free admission
And also…
*Every Saturday in February: Free Snow Yoga on the Plateau Mont-Royal
The most Montreal thing you can do this January 2026 is a downward dog in 40 cm of powder snow at -15 degrees Celsius—all while wearing padded leggings and maintaining a truly nonchalant attitude.
Not only is it good for your muscles, but it also refreshes (literally) your mind. And frankly, isn’t that what we need to motivate ourselves tofulfill all our New Year’s resolutions this year?
Where and when?Classes are from 11 a.m. to noon (schedule subject to change depending on the weather)
Saturdays, January 17, 24, and 31 / La Fontaine Park, 3819 Calixa-Lavallée Ave.
Saturdays, February 7 and 14 / Baldwin Park, 4355 Fullum Street
Saturdays, February 21-28 & March 7 / Laurier Park, 5200 Brébeuf Street
How?It’s free,and you can register online here!
*February 7 and 14: Dômesicle Parties at the SAT
Ten years ago, the Society for Arts and Technology held its first party under its dome. In addition to a DJ, videos and artistic creations are projected onto the 360° walls, creating a small closed-circuit world that accompanies the electro set. Just the height of the ceiling, just that, makes the experience just strange enough to make the party feel like it’s happening on another planet.
Since then, Dômesicle parties have become a must-see event on the Montreal nightlife scene, and for their 10th anniversary, the SAT has announced a very intense lineup.
Where?Under the dome of the Society for Arts and Technology (SAT), at 1201 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
When?Saturdays from January 10 to March 21, 2026, from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
- Saturday, February 7– Dômesicle — Wata Igarashi (JP/NL), Marie Davidson (DJ set) and Asha / 360° visuals – ION SEA and Fraud
- Saturday, February 14– Dômesicle x Chez.Kito.Kat Records — Dr. Rubinstein (DE), Safia Nihil and AGUMA (live) / 360° visuals – Axel Helios, FINAL WEAPON x MATRAQUE
How?Tickets start at $18.09 andcan be reserved here!
Havea great February!