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The 2026 Canadian Grand Prix is right around the corner, and everyone is talking about the best events and most epic parties.
And while the springtime weather might not be the hot-summer times Montreal is used to during Grand Prix, the city is ready to spring into party mode and take things up to boiling point.
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From the city's best speakeasies, to the top bars and nightlife, Montreal has the party circuit covered. So whether you’re looking for a rooftop event, a champagne-soaked black tie hotel affair, or a Gatsby-era, four-day party with bottle service and velvet ropes, you’ve come to the right city.
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And while you’re out, don’t skip the Market: Time Out Market Montréal goes into race mode May 18 to 24 with Peroni tastings, beer-paired bites, special cocktails, merch giveaways and DJ sets from Thursday to Saturday.
This is your ultimate guide to the most talked-about ticketed Grand Prix parties happening in Montreal in 2026.
1. Bord'Elle
Bord'Elle (390 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montreal) is turning up the Gatsby-era glamour from May 21 to 23 with three nights of burlesque-fuelled Grand Prix parties, with general admission starting at $33.
Get ready for DJs like PeeWee, Baby Yu, Autograf and Yasmina alongside aerial acts, champagne towers, and a dressed-to-kill crowd in this lavish 1920s-style venue.
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2. Rodeo
The brand new Rodeo, located at 690 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest in Montreal, opening especially for Grand Prix weekend, is cracking the whip and channelling the Wild West from May 21 to 23 with three nights of high-octane cowboy parties.
Expect booming dance floors, bottle parades, line dancing and huge sharing platters of smokin’ BBQ at this new Griffintown hot spot.
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3. 1931
Menu Extra and the glorious Art Deco restaurant Le 9e present 1931: a festive Grand Prix dining experience unfolding on May 23. Make your reservations now.
Inspired by the elegant world of 1930s French hospitality, celebrating the exuberance of the early days of motor racing, the three-course tasting menu was created by Menu Extra’s chef Francis Blais, with wine pairings by Alexis Demers.
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4. Bal Interdit: After Dark at the Ritz-Carlton
For a night as exclusive as Grand Prix weekend itself, the Ritz-Carlton Montreal sets the stage on May 22 with Bal Interdit: After Dark.
The iconic hotel is transformed into an immersive, two-floor experience inspired by the seven deadly sins. Guests can expect chef-driven culinary stations, an open bar featuring premium cocktails and champagne, and live performances in a dimly lit, atmospheric setting designed for intrigue and discovery.
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5. Yoko Luna
Yoko Luna, Canada’s largest supper club at 1234 de la Montagne, Montreal, is going all out for Race Week from May 21 to 24, with general admission tickets at $34.
Four nights of dinner-party excitement feature DJs and performers including Baby Yu on Thursday, Tom Enzy headlining Friday, Raffa Guido on Saturday, and Bâzâr by Sasson closing the weekend on Sunday: it’s one of the most in-demand events on the global party circuit, known for its signature energy, beautiful crowd, and unmistakable atmosphere.
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6. New City Gas
New City Gas, located at 950 Rue Ottawa in Montreal, is revving up for Grand Prix weekend from May 21 to 24, with general admission starting at $37.
The four-night lineup features Nico De Andrea, Maxi Meraki and Luch on Thursday, Kaytranda and Lou Phelps on Friday, James Hype and Dansyn on Saturday, and Timmy Trumpet and Twinsick closing out the weekend on Sunday, promising packed crowds, lasers, and nonstop late-night energy.
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7. Soubois
Soubois, at 1106 Blvd. de Maisonneuve O in Montreal, is hosting four nights of high-energy parties from May 21 to 24, with tickets starting at $29.
The underground forest venue will feature sets from Habibibeats on Thursday, Levi on Friday, Purple on Saturday and Tykeek Hill on Sunday, while nearby Sotto offers handmade pasta and elevated Italian classics for a perfect pre-party meal.
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8. Bar George
Bar George (1440 Rue Drummond, Montreal) is turning up the glitz of its already glamorous space for Grand Prix weekend from May 21 to 24, with tickets starting at $60.
Time Out Tip: while you don’t need a ticket, a reservation is required.
The historic venue transforms into an all-out party zone with four nights of DJs, indulgent food and drinks, and a rotating lineup of DJs. including Aik, The Neighbors, Johan Pfeiffer, Jojo & Toddy Flores, and Ange Palmer.
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9. Muzique
Muzique, located at 3781 Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Montreal, is dialing up the decadence for Grand Prix weekend with high-energy parties and international DJs from May 22 to 24. Tickets start at $24.
Expect multiple themed rooms, bottle service and a stylish crowd as the Plateau club’s rooftop patio and dance floors turn into a glittering late-night playground, with tunes by Johnny Mang.
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10. Flyjin
Flyjin (417 Rue Saint-Pierre in Montreal) adds its sleek Old Montreal style to Grand Prix weekend celebrations with a run of DJ-driven parties from May 21 to 24. Tickets vary by night.
Expect a stylish crowd, high-energy sets and plenty of bottle service as the Japanese-inspired lounge keeps the dance floor buzzing late into the night beneath its glowing red lanterns.
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11. Glamada
Put on by Diary of a Social Gal, this glitzy party will revive the disco days at Maison Principale (872 Rue du Couvent, Montreal) for one night only. Happening on May 19, it’s the official launch of the weekend of the year.
Expect to encounter the most glamorous side of Canada, i.e. Glamada: an ode to glamorous grown-up playtime, Canadian style.
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12. Four Seasons Hotel Montreal
With four days of programming at the hotel running from brunch time to late night, the Four Seasons (1440 Rue de la Montagne, Montreal) is a place to be during race week.
On the night of Friday May 22, Marcus Restaurant hosts a dinner called Allure Nocturne set against a backdrop of live music and performance that keeps the room in motion throughout the night. On Saturday May 23, Rêverie Rouge brings a deeper register to the night: layered, intense, and held together by quiet allure. DJs will carry the energy in Marcus Lounge until 3 am.
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13. 212
Located at 212 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest in Old Montreal, 212 is a sleek hip hop club with a tight crowd, strong vibes and pure late-night momentum for race-week nights.
The parties planned for May 21 to 24 will channel all that pent-up race energy into wild nights of dancing to the city’s premier hip hop DJs.
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