Things to do in Montreal this weekend: Oct. 22-23
Looking for something to do in Montreal this weekend? Here's a list of a few events in and around the city, from Bazar browsing to dancing to hockey.
CF MONTREAL PLAYOFFS
CF Montreal (formerly the Impact) will continue the best season the franchise has ever had when Montreal plays New York City FC on Sunday in the Eastern Conference semi-finals. They win that game and they are on to the finals.
WHERE: Saputo Stadium
PRICE: This game is sold out. Either find a bar or try Stubhub. There are some starting around $90.
GO VINTAGE SHOPPING
If you're a lover of vintage items, antiques and curios, check out the Vintage Bazar on Saturday and Sunday for the annual fall sale.
WHERE: Eglise St-Jean Berchmans (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie)
PRICE: Free entry
TAKE A CLASS
In the mood to learn a new skill? Get studious! Learn how to make macrame plant hangers at Porcelaine Sauvage or Scandanavian embroidery with La Société textile.
WHERE: Varies
PRICE: Varies
WATCH THE HABS GAME
After a 6-2 victory over the Arizona Coyotes on Thursday, the Montreal Canadiens will be back on the ice against the Dallas Stars on Saturday. Tickets are selling fast!
WHERE: Bell Centre (downtown)
PRICE: Starting around $75
FORRÓ PARTY
Discover the popular Brazilian dance at La Casona on Saturday. The night begins with a Forró lesson followed by hours of live music.
WHERE: La Casona (Mile End neighbourhood)
PRICE: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
SPOOKY STUFF
Halloween is right around the corner. If you're in the mood to celebrate, find a list of fun (and sometimes scary) Halloween-themed attractions to check out here.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
B.C. teen with Canada's first human case of avian flu in critical condition, Dr. Bonnie Henry says
The teenager who is sick with the first-ever human case of avian influenza acquired in Canada is in hospital in critical condition, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said Tuesday.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead new ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ in Trump administration
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency” in his second administration.
Here's why thieves may be stealing butter in Canada
The case of the missing butter remains a mystery, but some have ideas on what's behind the unusual crimes.
Former B.C. premier John Horgan dies at 65
Former B.C. premier John Horgan, a popular leader renowned for his affable personality and dedicated public service, has died
Alleged serial killer previously pled guilty to 2018 attack on Waterloo, Ont. bus
The woman accused of killing three people in three days in three Ontario cities also previously admitted to attacking strangers on buses in the Region of Waterloo.
Air Canada to add new routes to U.S., Europe and North Africa in summer 2025
Getting to destinations in the U.S., Europe and North Africa is about to get easier, as Air Canada announced it will be increasing flights to a number of new destinations this summer.
Body found in Montreal park identified as cryptocurrency influencer
The body of a man that was found in a park in the Ahunstic-Cartierville borough last month has been identified as cryptocurrency influencer Kevin Mirshahi.
History in Halifax is slowly being wiped off the map: study
Saint Mary's University archeologist Jonathan Fowler is sounding an alarm with a new study. According to Fowler, the centuries-old architecture that adds to Halifax’s heritage and historic vibe is slowly being wiped away as the city grows.
2-year-old gorilla 'Eyare' dies unexpectedly at Calgary Zoo
A young gorilla at the Calgary Zoo has died. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo announced a member of its western lowland gorilla troop passed away unexpectedly, in a news release Tuesday.