13 Huge Montreal Grand Prix Parties
Montreal’s annual Formula 1 Grand Prix roars into town this weekend and the city is absolutely buzzing with excitement! From parties to street festivals and many other events in between, Grand Prix weekend in Montreal is like no other!
This weekend is the official kickoff for a much-anticipated summer in Montreal! From June 6th to June 9th, Montreal will be completely enraptured in Grand Prix festivities. Many of us are scrambling to plan our weekends and hopefully, this guide will help!
Even if you can’t stand the weekend-long festivities, there’s no denying that Montreal officially comes alive after the Grand Prix rolls through town every year.
So to all the naysayers, stay away from Downtown and the Old Port all weekend, and for the rest of us, party hard (and responsibly) and reserve your spot for one of these amazing Grand Prix events!
Formula Peel Street
What: Peel street comes alive with the sound of luxury cars and pumping music for the annual Grand Prix street fest. You can check out amazing collections of luxury vehicles and enjoy the best restaurants and clubs, all hosting events throughout the day.
Oh yeah, it’s FREE!
Where: rue Peel, between Ste-Catherine and Sherbrooke.
For complete details, visit the official website.
Festival Grand Prix Sur Crescent
What: You’ve definitely seen this happening if you’ve spent any time in Montreal during the Grand Prix. Rue Crescent shuts down to traffic for three days of music, food, drinks, and of course, beautiful cars. The street fest is 100% FREE to attend!
Where: Rue Crescent between Ste-Catherine and Sherbrooke.
For complete details, visit the official website.
Grand Prix Little Italy
What: Little Italy also hosts its own huge Grand Prix street festival with food, music, drinks, and even more cars! You guessed it, this one is also totally FREE!
Where: Boulevard St-Laurent between rues Beaubien O. and Jean-Talon O.
For complete details, visit the official website.
Bord’Elle Grand Prix Party
What: For three nights, Bord’Elle, Montreal’s only themed Roaring-20s club is hosting an incredible Grand Prix event with a curated 5-course menu, circus performances, a burlesque show, and dancing.
Where: 390 rue St-Jacques
For complete details, visit the official website.
La Voute Grand Prix
What: All the cool kids know that La Voute, located in an old bank vault from the 1930s, is one of the most exclusive places in Montreal to have a party. This weekend, that experience is even more elevated with three days of incredible parties.
Where: 360 rue St-Jacques
For complete details, visit the official website.
Auberge Saint-Gabriel Grand Prix
What: For four days, the Auberge Saint-Gabriel opens its doors to host Montreal’s most exclusive and celebrity-filled Grand Prix party. A Michelin chef and a couple of superstar DJs are among the highlights of this weekend’s festivities at the ASG.
Where: 426 rue Saint-Gabriel
For complete details, visit the official website.
Soubois Grand Prix
What: For three days, Soubois will be the epicentre for no-holds-barred Grand Prix partying. World-renowned DJs and beloved bottle service are the hallmark attractions at Soubois.
Where: 1106 boulevard de Maisonneuve O.
For complete details, visit the official website.
Nhậu Bar Grand Prix
What: For a Grand Prix party that is a little out of the ordinary, head to Nhậu Bar in St-Henri for an unforgettable night of fun.
Where: 600 rue William
For complete details, visit the official website.
SeaSalt & Ceviche Grand Prix
What: SeaSalt & Ceviche is one of Montreal’s most popular restaurants and for good reason! With delicious food and amazing cocktails, SeaSalt & Ceviche is the place to be not only this weekend but every weekend. Renowned DJ Roger Sanchez is kicking off Grand Prix in style.
Where: 351 Place Royale
For complete details, visit the official website.
Sunset Vibes Grand Prix at Blvd44
What: Not all parties happen in the dead of night! Blv44 is hosting a sunset party from 5 PM to 10 PM to close out the Grand Prix on Sunday. Cap off the weekend in style at Blvd44.
Where: 2108 boulevard St-Laurent
For complete details, visit the official website.
Ritz-Carlton Grand Prix Party
What: Grand Prix’s most well-known opening party is back for the 7th year in a row. Expect the top Montreal and international socialites, celebrities, and racing personalities to make appearances at this one (if you can get in!).
Where: 1228 rue Sherbrooke O.
For complete details, visit the official website.
Le Richmond Grand Prix
What: Back for yet another awesome year, Le Richmond is hosting its Grand Prix red carpet party starting on Thursday. It’s also hosting events throughout the weekend! Many celebrities and racing personalities make an appearance.
Where: 377 avenue Richmond
For complete details, visit the official website.
Four Seasons Montreal Grand Prix
What: The Four Seasons makes its debut in Montreal by hosting one of the largest and most extravagant parties you’ll see this weekend. Get out your best tuxedo or evening dress and experience the luxury.
Where: 1430 rue de la Montagne
For complete details, visit the official website.
Have a great Grand Prix weekend, Montreal!
21 Insane Spots Right Across The Border From Montreal You Have To Travel To This Summer
The perfect summer trip is just a short drive away!
With summer fast approaching, it’s about time that you start planning your summer adventure! The good news is that you don’t have to be stuck in the city to have an unforgettable summer.
With so many activities just a short drive away, you don’t even have to stay in Canada! Airline tickets are ridiculously expensive these days so why shouldn’t you plan a quaint and quiet vacation just a few hours across the border?
Even if you don’t want quaint and quiet, there are plenty of fantastic options for you! From Santa’s workshop, to New England villages, to white water rafting, MTLBlog brings you a list of 23 insane spots across the border that you must check out this summer!
Head To The Ben & Jerry’s Factory
What: See how they make your favourite ice cream, sample new flavours, see the flavour graveyard, and of course, eat some of the best ice creams ever.
Where: 1281 Waterbury Stowe Rd Route 100, Waterbury, Vermont
Click here for more information!
Hike Through The Flume Gorge
What: Breathtaking waterfalls, caves, and incredible natural views await you at the Flume Gorge.
Where: Route 3, Off I-93 Exit 34A, Lincoln, NH
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Summit The Highest Peak In The Northeastern U.S.
What: Mount Washington stands 6,288 meters above sea level, making it the highest peak in the Northeastern U.S. make sure to check weather conditions before climbing!
Where: Latitude 44° 16′ N, Longitude 71° 18′ W
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Take The Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway
What: A 80 person tramcar brings you to the summit of Cannon Mountain, one of the highest mountains in New Hampshire. With walking paths and one of the most scenic views ever, this one is a must.
Where: 260 Tramway Drive, Franconia, NH
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Visit Legoland New York
What: Everyone has played with Lego at some point in their lives, so why not re-live your childhood and head to Legoland? You know you want to.
Where: 6 North Church Street, Goshen, New York
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Bike Lake Champlain
What: Discover over 2,500 kilometres of one of the most scenic bike routes in America. Ride through two states and alongside one of the largest lakes in the region.
Where: New York and Vermont
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Kayak Lake Winnipesaukee
What: Kayak through one of the most picturesque regions in the Northeastern United States. See everything from covered bridges to colonial castles.
Where: Belknap County and Carroll County, New Hampshire
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See The Stars At The Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium
What: Check out one of the most well-catalogued and interesting collections of natural history inside a giant Victorian mansion built in 1889.
Where: 1302 Main St, St Johnsbury, Vermont
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Eat Some Chowder & Fudge In Rockport
What: It’s a quintessential seaside New England village. Located away from the hustle and bustle of Cape Cod, Rockport is a perfect relaxing getaway.
Where: Cape Ann, Massachusetts
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Catch A Ballgame At Fenway Park
What: Take a drive to the closest major American city and see the defending World Series Champions play at one of America’s oldest baseball fields.
Where: 4 Jersey Street, Boston, MA
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Experience Christmas In July
What: No, you’re not hallucinating. This is a real place. It’s open all year round so how could you not go?
Where: North Pole, New York
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Explore One Of The Largest Art Museums In The World
What: The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MassMoCA) is a sprawling complex that includes exhibits from some of the biggest contemporary artists in the world. The avant-garde displays make for a lot of fun.
Where: 1040 Mass MoCA Way, North Adams, Massachusetts
Fall In Love With Movies At The George Eastman Museum
What: The Eastman Museum is one of the oldest and largest film, motion picture, and photography archives in the world.
Where: 900 East Ave, Rochester, New York
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Live The Olympic Legacy At Lake Placid
What: Lake Placid is one of the biggest vacation destinations in New York state. It was also the site of two Winter Olympic Games. In addition to hiking and kayaking, you can take part in some Olympic activities.
Where: Lake Placid, New York
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Swim At One Of The Most Beautiful Beaches In New England
What: The seaside village of Ogunquit, Maine is a popular summer destination for people from Quebec. Its wide, sandy beach, rocky cliffs, famous casino, and large community of artists make it one of the most beautiful places in New England.
Where: Ogunquit, Maine
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Take It Easy In Camden
What: Whether you want to relax on the waterfront, have some awesome food, or go on a long, scenic bike ride — in Camden, everything is possible.
Where: Camden, Maine
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See The Baseball Hall Of Fame
What: Legend has it that the first game of baseball was played in Cooperstown, New York. In addition to its famous museum, Cooperstown, on the shore of Lake Otsego, is full of charming attractions.
Where: Cooperstown, New York
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Go Tubing In Ausable Chasm
What: “The Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks” is the place to be if you love whitewater adventures through mountain passes.
Where: 2144 Route 9, Ausable Chasm, New York
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Go Boating At Lake George
What: It’s the quintessential laid-back summer trip. So what if you went there with your family? Go again as an adult!
Where: Lake George, New York
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Visit The Thousand Islands
What: A collection of islands and landmarks located all through upstate New York and parts of Ontario.
Where: 43373 Collins Landing, Alexandria Bay, New York
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Do Go Chasing Waterfalls At Watkins Glen State Park
What: See 19 waterfalls along a scenic route full of 200-foot cliffs and many gorges. You can also camp!
Where: 1009 North Franklin St., Watkins Glen, New York
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