A spontaneous Sunday ritual since the 1970s: hundreds gather at the George-Etienne Cartier Monument to drum, dance, sell crafts, and picnic on the mountain's slope, with costumed foam-sword LARP battles uphill. Pure free Montreal.
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30 hand-picked things to do in Montreal, Canada —
9 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip.
Updated July 2026.
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What are the best free things to do in Montreal?
Mount Royal Park & Kondiaronk Belvedere, Parc Jean-Drapeau & the Formula 1 Circuit, Parc des Rapides Bird Sanctuary are among the 9 completely free activities in our Montreal list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
How much do things to do in Montreal cost?
Our 30 hand-picked Montreal activities range from free up to about $600 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
How does DrawTheDay pick activities in Montreal?
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated July 2026.