A long weekend means a little free time to explore exhibitions, attend shows or try new activities. Here are eight to enjoy in Quebec and Montreal this three-day weekend.
Quebec:
Stroll through the glowing forest of Onhwa Lumina
Visit the village of Wendake and spend an evening full of light in the heart of the forest. Designed by Moment Factory, this 1.2 km route allows us to immerse ourselves in the culture and fascinating traditions of the great Huron-Wendat Nation through 7 stops with brilliant, moving and musical works. A simply magical excursion into nature.
– Exact departure times per ticket, Adults $29, Children 6-12 years $14.50 + tax, 5 years and under free. On the Wendake Indian Reservation
Catherine Bouchard
Onhwa’ Lumina – Parcours nocturne enchanté à la rencontre du peuple Huron-Wendat
Visit the exhibition Alexander McQueen: Art meets fashion
This exhibition, which closes September 10, is the first Canadian presentation of this retrospective of the work of British designer Alexander McQueen. He was considered one of the most important figures in the fashion industry between 1990 and 2010 and was described as the enfant terrible of British fashion. It’s fascinating to understand why.
-From $12 to $25 at the National Museum of Fine Arts of Quebec
https://www.mnbaq.org/exposition/alexander-mcqueen-1299
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Discover new talents at the trade fair surface
We’re going to the other side of the river to take part in the 6th edition of the Surface Show on September 1st and 2nd. This completely free outdoor event on Quai Paquet offers you the opportunity to discover emerging artists sharing the stage with well-known artists such as Vincent Vallières, Valaire, Andréanne A. Malette and Bleu Jeans Bleu. All against the backdrop of the St. Lawrence River.
-Friday from 6 p.m. and Saturday from 4 p.m. at Quai Paquet de Lévis, free
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Visit the show For you Céline – Homage to the Album D’eux
There are still a few tickets available for the big tribute show to Céline Dion and Jean-Jacques Goldman’s Album D’eux. It will be presented as part of the SuperFrancoFête on Sunday September 3rd and brings together Roch Voisine, Isabelle Boulay, Mario Pelchat, Bruno Pelletier, Axelle Red, Corneille, Véronique DiCaire and several European singers.
-Sunday, September 3rd at the Agora du Port de Québec, from $24.98 to $84.99 including taxes
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Montréal:
Take part in the JOAT International Street Dance Festival
The 8th edition of this street dance festival lasts until September 4th. We go there to admire the talent of artists from here and elsewhere, to take part in competitions and to share their passion for dance.
-There are paid and free activities in the entertainment district.
https://www.dansedanse.ca/fr/joat-festival-2023
TOMA ICZKOVITS
Try Vietnamese gastronomy on First Friday
Dozens of food trucks full of culinary discoveries, a festive and musical atmosphere, games, a tribute to Vietnamese cuisine and culture and a show by Clay and Friends: you shouldn’t miss this evening, considered one of the largest food trucks -Meeting in Canada.
–Friday 1stum September in the Olympic Stadium, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
https://www.lespremiersvendredis.ca/
First Fridays – Bruno Destouches
Dancing at Piknic Électronik
Fans of electronic music and dance descend on Parc Jean-Drapeau this weekend to join the sounds of guest DJs. These include Montreal’s Misstress Barbara and Giuseppe Lanni on Sunday and Infravision and Belaria on Monday.
-Sunday and Monday at Parc Jean-Drapeau, from $22 to $47 plus tax
https://piknicelectronik.com/fr
Courtesy of MICHEL LEGAULT
A trip to Egypt at the Pointe-à-Callière Museum
Until October 15th we will delve into the past and the secrets of ancient Egypt with a visit to the Egypt exhibition. Three thousand years on the Nile. There are more than 300 authentic objects in a fascinating historical journey. From its origins to the Roman conquest, welcome to a fascinating immersion into the everyday lives of the famous pharaohs!
-At the Pointe-à-Callière Museum: adults $26, youth 18-30 $17, youth 13-17 $13
https://pacmusee.qc.ca/fr/expositions/detail/egypte/
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