Weekend guide · October 23–25, 2026
Things to Do in Montreal This Weekend: October 23–25, 2026
Comedy, sports, concerts and tribute acts fill the weekend, with something on the calendar every night from Friday through Saturday.
By Weekend Owl · Published October 22, 2026
Montreal’s weekend starts strong on Friday with a packed evening—sports fans can head to Place Bell for hockey or to Stade Boréale for soccer, while comedy and tribute shows offer other options. Saturday is anchored by Aya Nakamura at Centre Bell, with comedy at Théâtre Manuvie earlier in the day. Whether you’re after laughs, live music, or a game, there’s a good mix to choose from. Friday is the busiest, with overlapping shows and matches all around town.
Aya Nakamura
Aya Nakamura brings an R&B concert to Centre Bell on Saturday at 8:00 PM. This show is a good pick for anyone who wants a big night out with live music. With the venue at 1909 avenue des Canadiens-de-Montréal, it’s easy to plan dinner or drinks nearby before the show.
Schrotthagen
Schrotthagen plays Fairmount Theatre on Friday at 11:00 PM, making this one for night owls and fans of dance or electronic music. If you’re looking to stretch your Friday evening out, this late show at 5240 Avenue du Parc could be a good place to end the night.
Boucar Diouf
Boucar Diouf delivers a comedy show at Théâtre Manuvie on Saturday at 3:00 PM. It’s a solid choice for those looking for a laugh in the afternoon, and the Brossard location at 6000 Boulevard Rome gives you time to get back to the city for evening plans.
François Bellefeuille - Sauvage
François Bellefeuille performs his show 'Sauvage' at CABARET DU CASINO DE MONTREAL on Friday at 7:30 PM. Comedy fans or anyone wanting to kick off the weekend with some laughs will find this a fun option. The casino setting could make for a full night out.
Centre Bell - Repas Restaurant Canti - Aya Nakamura
Centre Bell offers a Repas Restaurant Canti experience during Aya Nakamura’s concert on Saturday at 8:00 PM. If you’re going to the show and want to make an evening of it with a meal, this might fit the bill.
JIMMY MOORE personnifie Taylor SWIFT : The Eras Tour
On Friday at 8:00 PM, Jimmy Moore takes on Taylor Swift’s catalogue with 'The Eras Tour' at Le Studio TD, 305 rue Ste-Catherine Ouest. This variety show is for fans of tribute performances or anyone curious about a different take on pop hits.
Laval Rocket vs. Hamilton Hammers
Laval Rocket faces Hamilton Hammers in a hockey game at Place Bell on Friday at 7:00 PM. If you’re looking for the energy of a live sports night, this is a straightforward pick. Arrive a bit early to avoid parking headaches.
Roses de Montréal FC vs. Ottawa Rapid FC
Roses de Montréal FC plays Ottawa Rapid FC at Stade Boréale, Laval, on Friday at 7:00 PM. Soccer fans or anyone wanting to catch a local match outdoors will find this start to the weekend right up their alley.
A plan for the weekend
If you want to make the most of the weekend, start Friday with either the Laval Rocket hockey game or the Roses de Montréal FC soccer match at 7:00 PM, then catch Jimmy Moore’s Taylor Swift tribute at 8:00 PM or head to François Bellefeuille’s comedy show. Night owls can round off Friday with Schrotthagen’s set at 11:00 PM. On Saturday, take in Boucar Diouf’s afternoon comedy at 3:00 PM, then wrap up the weekend with Aya Nakamura’s concert at Centre Bell at 8:00 PM.
How this guide is made: each week we pick one event from each kind of event listed in Montreal (music, comedy and theatre, the arts, sports, food and drink, family, community, wellness), favouring named acts and the bigger nights. The write-up is drafted with AI from those listings and nothing else. Times and prices come from the ticket sellers, and plans change, so confirm with the organizer before you go.
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