The Old Port and the Grande Roue de Montréal

More than 70 activities and events at the Old Port of Montréal! Now that’s summer!

Published on June 17, 2024 Destinations to explore

Whether you’re looking for excitement, thrills or relaxation, the Old Port of Montréal has activities, events and everything you need to make your summer truly memorable!

In addition to its breathtaking view of the St. Lawrence River, the Old Port of Montreal offers a wide variety of activities, as well as a host of dance, music and food events. Whether you’re looking for excitement, thrills or relaxation, the Old Port has everything you need to make your summer truly memorable!


Two festival-goers with street food in hand.

Summer's the perfect time to enjoy the festivities at the Old Port!

Events all summer long

This summer, get ready to take part in an array of events at the Old Port! Some of the cultural, music, dance and street food festivals include Canada Day, the Grand PoutineFest, the Festival of Colours, the Orientalys Festival, the AfroMonde Festival, the Montreal Streetfood Festival, the Les Premiers Vendredis (First Fridays) street food event, and new additions like the famous JACKALOPE Montréal and the SHÉRIF Festival. But most of all, you won’t want to miss the Sky Belongs to the DJ evenings at the Clock Tower Beach, where you can watch the fireworks at La Ronde in a unique setting all summer long.


Fun-filled days with your family

Want to explore the Old Port’s two-kilometre promenade on bike? Rent a quadricycle from Écorécréo! You can even rent a pedal boat and head out on the Bonsecours Basin for a refreshing outing. Aspiring pirates can walk the plank (and more!) at the Voiles en Voiles adventure park, featuring aerial courses, climbing walls and bouncy castles. Clever minds can find their own hidden treasures in the two-kilometre maze at SOS Labyrinthe. Looking for even more thrills? Adventure seekers can soar through the air with MTL Zipline or ride the waves of the St. Lawrence with Saute-Moutons Jet Boating. Finally, discover Banquet, the latest exhibition at the Montréal Science Centre, for an interactive culinary experience, or explore the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, one of the largest in the world, during The Horizon of Khufu, a virtual reality experience presented by Phi.

Two people soaking in a thermal pool.

A moment of relaxation at Bota Bota spa. Photo credit: Elizabeth Gartside.

Quality time as a couple or with friends

For a moment of relaxation, head out on a guided boat tour of the Old Port with Le Petit Navire, try the Picnic on the Water experience with the Bateau-Mouche, or treat yourself to a gourmet dinner. Afterwards, climb aboard La Grande Roue de Montréal and take in one of the most breathtaking views of the city. Looking for an original way to experience total relaxation? Book a few hours at Bota Bota, spa-sur-l’eau and take a dip in the hot tubs, all while admiring the incredible cityscape. Finally, why not cool off on a personal watercraft with Aventures Wet Set Mtl to make the most of summer? To end your day in style, soak up the rays on the trendy new Eaux Douces patio or savour a delicious meal featuring local products at the Marché des Éclusiers.


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