Winter Activities in Montreal
Montréal embraces winter — skating, snowshoeing and festivals that turn the cold into a celebration.
When the snow falls, the city leans in. Lace up at the outdoor rinks of the Old Port and Beaver Lake, snowshoe across Mount Royal, or join the Fête des Neiges winter carnival.
Warm up afterwards with a hot chocolate or a bowl of poutine — winter here is meant to be enjoyed, not endured.
Highlights
- Skate the Old Port refrigerated rink
- Snowshoe the trails of Mount Royal
- Visit the Fête des Neiges festival
Nearby & related
The Underground City (RESO)
33 kilometres of climate-controlled tunnels connecting the city beneath the streets.
Day Trips from Montreal
Escape the city: the Laurentians, Eastern Townships and Québec City are all an easy drive away.
Montreal Nightlife
From Crescent Street bars to Plateau microbreweries, Montréal stays up late and does it with style.
Travel tip: Dress in layers and pack hand-warmers — January temperatures can dip well below freezing.