Part of the Gay Montreal Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Friday, August 7, 2026
Loto-Québec Stage & Olympic Park Esplanade, Montréal
Most of Fierté Montréal is free and outdoor — nightly concerts, drag, and shows on the Loto-Québec Stage in the Village, plus major free performances at the Olympic Hub on the Esplanade of Olympic Park across the big weekend. Free.
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Fri, Aug 7
11 AM - 9 PM
Sainte-Catherine Est (pedestrianized), Le Village

Fri, Aug 7
11 AM - 12 AM
Le Village & downtown Montréal
Montreal Pride (Fierté) 2026 — the francophone world's biggest LGBTQ+ festival: the parade, free outdoor stages, the Mega T-Dance and where to stay.

Sat, Aug 8
4 PM - 12 AM
Complexe Sky, Montreal

Sun, Aug 9
2 AM - 2 PM
Stereo, Montreal

Sun, Aug 9
1 PM - 5 PM
René-Lévesque Boulevard, Montréal
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