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Champ Car Grand Prix of Montreal

August, 25 2006 to
August, 27 2006

The Montréal World Film Festival

August, 23 2007 to
September, 03 2007

5th edition. The Grand Prix Champ Car of Montréal treats racing fans to three days of action on and off the track. Come experience the energy, passion and speed of racing on the legendary Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, located close to downtown Montréal, which rocks with late-night street parties during the event. You can also take advantage of the opportunity to admire race cars up close and meet some of the world’s fastest drivers. For a fifth consecutive year, Montréal will be host to the Champ Car World Series.

• Information:

E-mail : info@champcarmontreal.com
Web site : www.champcarmontreal.com

• Event locations:
  
  Gilles-Villeneuve Circuit
  Parc Jean-Drapeau
  
  

The goal of the World Film Festival is to encourage cultural diversity and understanding between nations, foster the art of cinematography from around the globe by stimulating the development of quality cinema, promote cinema d'auteur and innovative film and discover and encourage new talents.

• Information:

E-mail : info@ffm-montreal.org
Telephone : (514) 848-3883 (Information)
Fax : (514) 848-3886
Web site : www.ffm-montreal.org

• Event locations:

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Located in the east end of Montreal, this neighbourhood is home to contemporary engineering and architectural marvels as well as being a stunning natural environment with a remarkable variety of flowers and trees.

Since 1976, when Montreal hosted the world for the Olympic Games, the Olympic Stadium has remained an impressive sight, thanks to its futuristic look and design. Sports events, exhibitions, and trade shows take place in the Stadium year-round.

Olympic Stadium >>>

The Olympic Stadium features a leaning tower that is a true architectural challenge to gravity. It is the tallest leaning tower in the world! A cable car will take you to the top for a thrilling ride. The stunning view from the top stretches 80 kilometres (50 miles).

Tower at Olympic Stadium >>>

Next to Olympic Stadium is a unique living gallery featuring fauna and flora from five different ecosystems.

Biodome >>>

Located on the St. Lawrence River between Montreal and the city of Longueuil, Île Sainte-Hélène is a fun place to go for a scenic stroll, biking and roller-blading – with a tremendous view of Montreal’s skyline.

You can get there on the subway (get off at Jean Drapeau metro station) or take the 167 bus from Papineau metro station.Looking for thrills? Île Sainte-Hélène features three venues where you’ll get your fill of thrills!

1-Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve

The world-famous Gilles Villeneuve racetrack is where Canada’s Formula 1 is held every summer in June. Soon, Cart Series races will be held there, too. When there isn’t a race on, the venue is turned into a magnificent 4-kilometre-long (2.5 miles) roller-blade track.

Grand Prix F1 >>>

2-Casino de Montréal

Located right in the middle of Île Sainte-Hélène, Montreal’s casino is open 24/7 and features one-armed bandits, electronic bingo, 120 game tables, live shows, 4 restaurants and 4 bars. Admission, parking and coat ckeck are all free of charge.

Casino de Montréal >>>

3-La Ronde

Located on Île Sainte-Hélène, La Ronde is the largest theme park in Quebec. It features 35 different rides, live shows and events for the whole family. Every summer, La Ronde is the stage for the “Mondial SAQ” International Fireworks Festival. This is the largest competition of its kind and the most dazzling display of musical pyrotechnics anywhere.

La Ronde >>>International Fireworks Festival
June 18 to July 30 at La Ronde,
Jean Drapeau metro stations,
(only 4 stations away from your B&B)
or direct bus service or a 20-minute across Jacques-Cartier Bridge.

Fireworks Festival>>>

Cirque du Soleil
April 21 to June 19,
Champ-de-Mars metro station,
only 3 stations from your B&B
or a 20-minute walk

The world-renowned Cirque du Soleil presents its entrancing shows, combining song and movement. The atmosphere is magical and mystical.

Cirque du Soleil >>>

Whatever your tastes, the Quartier latin has something for everyone. It’s a free-spirited neighbourhood with a wealth of restaurants, cafes, outdoor terraces, discotheques, shops, deluxe hotels and B&Bs, cinemas and theatres.

Quartier latin >>>

World-renowned music festival, both for quality and variety, the Montreal Jazz Fest draws jazz aficionados from all over the world every summer in late June and early July.

Montreal Jazz Fest >>>Francofolies de Montréal
July 28 to August 6
St-Laurent metro station,
only 4 stations from your B&B
or a 25-minute walk

Over 150 free shows in the streets of Montreal by the biggest stars in French music.

Francofolie >>>

The Old Port of Montreal, the historic cradle of the city, offers boat tours and broad range of activities that include sightseeing, science shows, and cultural attractions – IMAX, Montreal Science Centre, and an archaeology and history museum.

Old Port of Montreal >>>

Old Montreal
Champ-de-Mars metro station
or a 20-minute walk

A walk through Old Montreal is like time travel. This is where New France was born, a place where historical marvels are plentiful – it’s also a lively neighbourhood with restaurants and stylish offices enjoyed by visitors and residents alike.

Go for a ride in a horse-drawn carriage and discover its historic buildings and narrow cobblestone streets, St. Paul Basilica, Bonsecours market, Place Jacques-Cartier, and the impressive Italianate-style, 19th-century Bank of Montreal building.

Once the history tour is over, discover another side of Old Montreal thanks to its restaurants, pubs, boutiques, deluxe hotels, and boutique hotels.

Old Montreal >>>

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