{"id":10706,"date":"2025-04-16T22:55:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T02:55:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comedyville.ca\/?p=10706"},"modified":"2025-10-11T00:44:39","modified_gmt":"2025-10-11T04:44:39","slug":"things-to-do-in-montreal-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.comedyville.ca\/things-to-do-in-montreal-this-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Things to Do in Montreal This Weekend (Besides Just Eating Out)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Let\u2019s be honest\u2014Montreal is a foodie city. But if you\u2019re looking for things to do in Montreal this weekend<\/strong> that go beyond just eating out, you\u2019re not alone. Maybe you\u2019ve already hit the top restaurants. Or maybe you\u2019re just craving something different. Either way, there\u2019s a whole world of comedy, culture, and fun waiting to be explored.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re visiting for the weekend, planning a fun date night, or just want to avoid the usual dinner-and-done routine, we’ve got you covered. Here are 5 fun, fresh, and year-round activities that make for an unforgettable weekend in Montreal.<\/p>\n

1. \ud83c\udfad See a Live Stand-Up Comedy Show at Comedyville<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve seen the food scene\u2014now feed your funny bone.<\/p>\n

Located inside Montreal\u2019s Central Station<\/strong>, Comedyville brings together a lineup of professional comedians<\/strong> from Montreal, Toronto, New York, and beyond. Every weekend, the club transforms into a hotspot for smart, sharp, and high-energy stand-up, perfect for couples, tourists, locals, and group outings alike.<\/p>\n

Expect crowd work, clever punchlines, and culturally-rich stories you\u2019ll actually relate to.
Bonus: There\u2019s food and drinks available before the show.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Reserve your seats here<\/a> \u2013 they go fast!<\/p>\n

2. \ud83c\udfa8 Explore Art in the City<\/h2>\n

Montreal\u2019s art scene is thriving\u2014and not just during festival season.<\/p>\n

Spend an afternoon wandering through the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA)<\/strong> or check out indie art spaces in the Mile End<\/strong>, Griffintown<\/strong>, or Old Montreal<\/strong>. From contemporary installations to historic Quebecois works, there’s something for every vibe and interest\u2014no ticket timers or tour buses required.<\/p>\n

3. \ud83d\udd79\ufe0f Have a Throwback Night at North Star Pinball Bar<\/h2>\n

Looking for something casual, cool, and seriously fun?<\/p>\n

North Star Machines \u00e0 Piastres<\/strong>, located downtown, offers old-school pinball machines, retro arcade games, and vintage vibes\u2014all paired with classic cocktails. It\u2019s the perfect \u201cdo something different\u201d night out that\u2019s easygoing, nostalgic, and a total blast with friends.<\/p>\n

4. \ud83d\udcfd\ufe0f Catch an Indie Film at Cin\u00e9ma Moderne or Cin\u00e9ma du Parc<\/h2>\n

Tired of Hollywood sequels?<\/p>\n

Montreal is home to some of Canada\u2019s best indie cinemas. Cin\u00e9ma Moderne<\/strong> in the Mile End and Cin\u00e9ma du Parc<\/strong> near downtown offer arthouse, foreign-language, and critically acclaimed films\u2014plus comfy seats and that effortlessly cool Montreal ambiance.<\/p>\n

Pro tip: Grab a drink nearby after for the perfect low-key night out.<\/p>\n

5. \ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2640\ufe0f Stroll Through Old Montreal and the Old Port<\/h2>\n

Montreal\u2019s charm doesn\u2019t stop when the sun goes down. Old Montreal<\/strong> is one of the city\u2019s most walkable, photogenic, and atmospheric districts, any time of year.<\/p>\n

Cobblestone streets, historic architecture, art galleries, boutique shops, and the Old Port boardwalk make for a scenic experience, whether you’re sightseeing or just taking it slow.<\/p>\n

Why It\u2019s Time to Laugh More<\/h2>\n

Sure, restaurants are great\u2014but laughter sticks with you.
Montreal is one of Canada\u2019s best cities for live stand-up comedy, and Comedyville<\/strong> is right at the heart of it.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for things to do in Montreal this weekend<\/strong>, why not make it unforgettable with a night of big laughs, great vibes, and the city\u2019s most entertaining comedians?<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd Where:<\/strong> Inside Resto Deli Planet, Central Station
\ud83d\udd52 When:<\/strong> Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights (doors at 7:00 PM)
\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Reserve tickets at comedyville.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Post by Eddie Case<\/em><\/strong>, exclusively for Comedyville.ca<\/a>, All rights reserved.
\nComedyville is a Comedy Club<\/a> located in Downtown Montreal.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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