Spring Break in the Quartier des Spectacles

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February 18th, 2026
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February 24th, 2026
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Kermesse LUMINO

March 6, from 4 to 8 p.m.
Place Émilie-Gamelin

A dazzling evening awaits at Glissades Gamelin with the LUMINO fair! Step into a festive world imagined by Diffusion FAR, where light becomes a source of joy and wonder: luminous animations, a clown performance, fluorescent face painting, juggling and a comedic DJ will bring this family-friendly celebration to life.

Lantern workshop

IN COLLABORATION WITH LUMINO
March 4 to 7, from 2 to 8 p.m.
MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises

Create your own paper lantern at this free workshop! Inspired by the exhibition Connaissez-vous votre Quartier chinois ?, your lantern—made using original illustrations by Montreal artist Ravy Puth—will be displayed as part of a spectacular collective installation lighting up the MEM.

Place des Arts

March 4 to 7, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Espace culturel Georges-Émile-Lapalme

Spark the imagination of children aged 3 to 10 with a fascinating world of magic and circus arts! Shows, community cooking workshops, circus entertainment and hands-on circus activities promise unforgettable moments of fun.

MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE

February 27 to March 7
Various locations

Let winter surprise you with Montréal en Lumière: outdoor family activities, captivating indoor shows, tasty treats at the Village Gourmand, and the unmissable Nuit blanche, all set in a festive, welcoming atmosphere.

Glissades Gamelin

Until March 8
Place Émilie-Gamelin

Take advantage of Spring Break to try sliding sports for free in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Come race down the slopes and celebrate winter with the whole family! The site is open daily throughout the break.

LUMINO

Until March 8
Quartier des Spectacles and downtown Montreal

Immerse yourself in LUMINO, the free winter spectacle transforming the Quartier des Spectacles and downtown Montreal with more than 30 interactive light installations and one-of-a-kind video projections.

The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story

Until March 8
Centre de création Les 7 Doigts de la main

Discover the power of trees through an immersive experience inspired by the Oscar-winning film by Frédéric Back. This free event for children during Spring Break encourages understanding of trees’ vital role on our planet.

Complexe Desjardins

March 1, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
March 2 to 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
March 8, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Grande-Place, Complexe Desjardins

Fuel your energy at Complexe Desjardins, transformed for Spring Break into a huge circus-inspired playground! With free workshops, amazing shows, and fun activities, children will have plenty of opportunities to move, explore, and be amazed.

Mini Neuf : Hanatsu Miroir – Ptitécouti

March 8, at 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 3:45 p.m.
Studio-Théâtre | Édifice Wilder

Treat little ears to a unique sensory experience! Combining music, light, and surprising objects, this intimate performance invites children under 3 to explore the magic of sounds and textures.

Esplanade Tranquille skating rink

Until April 5
Esplanade Tranquille

Enjoy Montreal’s largest refrigerated outdoor skating rink for free! Dance nights, lively music, and special events take place throughout the season, while the interactive video projection Le coffre à jouets dégivré transforms the ice into a dazzling, immersive light show every evening.

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