It’s a treat to visit Montréal anytime but it’s especially wonderful to visit during one of the many foodie festivals. Here, RealFoodTraveler.com’s East Coast Editor, Elizabeth Margolis-Pineo, provides us a guide for planning a year of festivals that celebrate Montréal food.

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Montréal Food: Fun & Festive!

Montréal is renowned for its vibrant culinary scene, warm hospitality, and rich cultural heritage. Explore the multicultural neighborhoods and savor the flavors of its diverse cuisine, from French classics to surprising ethnic delicacies. Immerse yourself in the city’s history and culture by visiting its iconic landmarks, restaurants, and please — don’t miss the foodie festivals!

A Year of Festivals Starts … NOW! Click on each festival title to get specific dates.

September

Le Burger Week Early September
Initiated by the same people who bring you La Poutine Week, Le Burger Week features many restaurants around Montréal that offer their tasty interpretation of the humble hamburger.

Taco Fest Early September
Showcasing Montréal’s most renowned chefs with authentic Mexican mojo with a mouthwatering array of tacos, guacamole, churros, tequila, hot sauce, and more. I can’t wait.

Invasion Cocktail Mid-September
Immerse yourself in the cocktail culture of Montréal at participating restaurants and bars at special prices. Don’t miss!

Martinique Gourmande Mid-September
Experience and enjoy the culinary influence of the island of Martinique at over 40 restaurants where local chefs and mixologists offer special dishes and cocktails inspired by Martinique, the “Island of Flowers.”

Festival Xégane de Montréal Late September/early October
The Montreal vegan festival invites everyone to explore veganism at Palais des Congrès. Lectures, cooking demos and exhibitions showcase a tasty array of vegan products.

October

La grande dégustation de Montréal mid-October
An annual event for fans of wine and spirits. Includes exhibitions from a delectable array of food and wine regions. Nice weather, too.

November

MTLàTABLE November
Montréal’s signature restaurant week with many city restaurants serving special and delectable menus at reduced prices.

More Montréal food festivals

February

Poutine Week early February
With 40 restaurants around the city creating poutiness – one of Montréal’s best-known signature dishes – to win the title of the city’s best poutine. I will be there!

MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE late February into early March 
One of the largest festivals in the world that celebrates winter, MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE offers world-class chefs a chance to create the ultimate menus and wine pairings. We have been to this festival and LOVE it! What’s a little ice and snow?

Toasting marshmallows at La Lumiere festival – Photo Benoit Rousseau.

March

Old Montreal’s Happening Gourmand early March into early April
This delectable month takes you to the nine restaurants that compose “Experience Old Montréal” (nine boutique hotels and restaurants in the old city), from Japanese to Italian to Québecois to classic steakhouse. Special menus at three price-points, fantastique!

Salon des vins Le printemps dézIPpé late March
A wine fair to help guests discover and enjoy privately imported wines. Wonderful wines and related products from an array of different countries make this a perfect event for oenophiles and neophytes alike.

Cabane Panache late March
Charming neighborhood in Verdun transforms itself into a lumberjack village. This wintertime street festival features family-friendly activities and vendors serving maple-sugar treats along the way. Yum.

Hungry for more? Make this recipe for Quebec Maple Sugar Pie.

May

Pizza Week typically May 1-14
More like two weeks, Pizza Week features restaurants all over Montréal offering their signature pizzas in a tasty and creative push to win “city’s best.” We can’t wait!

Festival Mondial de la bière (Montreal Beer Fest) Returns late May 2024
This awesome beer fest offers workshops and demonstrations, as well as samples of local microbrews and distinguished international beers.

June

First Fridays early June to early October 
Montréal food trucks create and delight at the Esplanade Financière Sun Life at the Olympic Park, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. The awesome open-air eats will be found at the Quai de l’Horloge on 4, 5 and 6 August.

Yatai early June
Celebrate Japanese food and culture with drum performances, concerts, movies, workshops, art projects and, of course, street food! Family-friendly foodie fun!

Cho Ðêm MTL mid-June 
Vietnamese Street Food Market in the Peel Basin celebrates Vietnamese culture and heritage. This four-day festival brings visitors to market for sights, sounds, fragrance and flavors of Vietnam — also features cultural activities and a retail market.

La Guinguette du Sud-Ouest late June
City festival celebrating Québec culture and brotherhood, from music and food to performing arts. La Guinguette features local artisans and food vendors so visitors can enjoy the best of the province. All takes place along the Lachine Canal.

SudBest every last weekend June to September 
Vibrant southwest Montréal hosts a monthly street festival that attracts revelers from all over! The SudBest neighborhood market takes place every last Saturday and Sunday of each month, June- September. Check out local restaurants and artisans and join the neighborhood fun!

Hungry for more? See what it’s like to attend the Montreal Jazz Festival.

July

A Taste of the Caribbean Festival early July 
An delicious and exciting weekend of food, music and the arts of Caribbean countries – including Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti, Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Grenada. Wow!

Pocha MTL early July
Three-day Korean weekend festival in the Peel neighborhood. Food vendors offer up the best Korean fried chicken, grilled rice cakes, fish cakes and Kogos! Don’t miss the K-pop crew dance-off and performances, sounds great!

Soif de cidre late July 
Discover the world of Quebec cider at Soif de cidre Montréal! Meet several local cider producers from all over the province!

Festival StreetFood mid-July
Montréal’s beloved night market/foodie festival ruled the Old Port in 2022. Restaurants and beloved chefs will return to offer street food & dishes celebrating the flavors of Asia, Europe, South America, Africa and naturally, Québec. There is an admission price plus charges for food purchased.

Le Grand PoutineFest mid-to-late July 
Celebrate poutine in the heart of the Old Port at this traveling festival that featuring vendors slinging cheese curds, fries and gravy with unique preparations and spirit. Carnival games, a range of beverages, and more. Three words: Count me in.

Enjoy different variations such as this Duck Confit Poutine during Poutine Week. Photo by Julie Deshales.

Peel MTL Foodies July to October
Sip, savor and explore Montreal’s iconic Peel Street via food. Many restaurants will offer unique gastronomic experiences from summer through fall. Enjoy a range of culinary delights and party \with live DJs through Le Weekend!

Upcoming Montréal Food Festivals:

I hear rumors of a Fried Chicken Festival, “La Fried Chicken Week,” coming soon.  I’ll be there and hope to see my RFT friends in the crowd!  Watch this site for yummy updates!

From signature Montréal classics like poutine and moules frites to upscale French cuisine, this upscale and sophisticated city has it all. Indulge in the unique flavors and textures of the city’s vibrant neighborhoods while soaking up its rich history and culinary traditions. Whether you’re a real food traveler or a cultural enthusiast, Montreal is sure to delight and inspire!

*Special thanks to Tourisme Montréal! Learn more on their website, here.

–Story and photos, except where noted, by Elizabeth Margolis-Pineo, RFT East Coast Editor

Hungry for more? Here’s a recipe for Moules et Frites.

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