Winter activities in Montréal from February 28 to March 5, 2020

Robyn Fadden

Robyn Fadden is a Montréal-based writer and editor who searches out city secrets, new bands, life-changing art and things to do with her perpetually active kid. Robyn has covered major events for HOUR, MUTEK, ARTINFO, CKUT 90.3FM and more.

Enjoy the outdoors in Montréal this week with quintessential activities like ice skating, sledding and snowshoeing. Play games at Montréal joue or see a pro hockey or soccer game. And Montréal schools' March break means extra activities for kids and families too!

Ice skating and outdoor activities

This week’s new snow is perfect for all kinds of wonderful winter activities. Ice skate to music next to the St. Lawrence River at the Old Port of Montréal ice skating rink or at the tree-lined Parc La Fontaine ice skating rink. Discover Mount Royal Park's many winter activities, including ice skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, tube-sliding and sledding.

Winter villages and nature parks

At Olympic Park, stop by Jardineries to play games of petanque and bowling, roast marshmallows and sip hot chocolate. Learn to snowboard and ski at the Pente à neige snow park and go snow-tubing too. For more outdoor adventures, visit Montréal's large nature parks or take a day trip to the country with La Navette Nature or Express du Nord coach services.

March break for families

Spring break for kids comes early in Montréal, from February 29 to March 8. Along with outdoor winter activities come indoor family activities, including games at Montréal joue from February 22 to March 8. La TOHU features spring break circus activities from March 2 to 6 and activities at city cultural centres too. Kids can get their hands on history and even pet alpacas at Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Archaeology and History Complex. The Montréal International Children's Film Festival screens new family films from February 29 to March 8. Place des Arts hosts activities from March 4 to 7, including free workshops, dance classes and more. Or visit Québec wildlife at the conservation-focused Ecomuseum Zoo.

Incredible sporting events

Watch the pros on ice as the Montréal Canadiens play the Carolina Hurricanes on February 29 at the Bell Centre. Major League Soccer team the Montréal Impact plays the New England Revolution at the Olympic Stadium on February 29. Watch some of the best divers in the world compete at the FINA Diving World Series from February 28 to March 1. Catch every sport at Montréal sports bars with big screens.