Montreal in August is a sea of orange cones, as construction season drags on. But behind the dust and detours lies a pot of cultural gold. You may not find a rainbow at the end of the roadworks, but you will find a full spectrum of Pride events. There's also Orientalys, a melting pot of diverse flavours to tease your palate, and the Scottish Highland Games, with kilts and caber tosses. And let's not forget the epic Italian heritage celebration, taking you through the heart of the Mediterranean without leaving the city. So while your GPS may be working overtime with all the reroutes, your calendar is about to get a serious workout too. Here are some of the most exciting events of the month.
On July 7, First Fridays took place on the festive Olympic Park Esplanade with nearly 25,000 visitors visiting some 60 restaurants. The Cultural Street, which is a new avenue that
It s the final weekend of the Just for Laughs festival, but no need to be sad because the Fantasia Film Festival continues, the Haitian and Tunisian fests are coming and Poutinefest is back for another weekend.
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