Things to Do in Montreal With Kids This Week

Montreal is full of family-friendly things to do, but parents often need a faster way to sort the good options from the noisy ones. This guide is designed as a practical starting point: check official event calendars first, choose by age and energy level, then confirm the details before heading out.

Start with official event calendars

For current events, begin with the City of Montreal calendar, Tourisme Montreal, the Old Port of Montreal, Espace pour la vie, Parc Jean-Drapeau, and Place des Arts. These sources usually have the most reliable dates, venue details, ticket links, and language information.

Choose by the kind of day you want

For a calm day, look at libraries, museums, gardens, nature sites, and family workshops. For a higher-energy day, check outdoor festivals, splash pads, parks, bike paths, public performances, and Old Port activities. For mixed-age families, prioritize places where one child can move while another can explore at a slower pace.

Parent planning tips

Always check the official page for weather plans, ticket availability, stroller access, parking, transit, and age recommendations. For busy festivals, arriving early can make the whole day easier. If you are planning around camp weeks, after-camp pickups, or weekend family time, keep one backup indoor option ready.

Related Laurus resources

Families planning summer routines can also explore Laurus Summer Camp, Montreal summer camp options, and West Island summer camp locations.