With a focus on French-language music, the Francos de Montréal is an annual 10-day celebration of culture that inspires Québec pride in the very heart of the Quartier des Spectacles. From Hip-Hop to Electronica by way of Folk and Pop, the language of Molière is celebrated across genres and styles. Featuring an eclectic range of free mega-shows, the Francos fest sets the tone for a dynamic season of celebrations at Place des Arts.
Stay tuned — The Festival will return in June 2026!
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French Song • guitar
Laurent Voulzy
June 12, 20261 performanceThéâtre MaisonneuveA unique encounter with a timeless artist who transforms the stage into a showcase for his spellbinding harmonies, where his songs take on another dimension, between dreamy ballads and luminous flights of fancy.
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French Song • symphonic
Pierre Lapointe | La forêt des coeurs abîmés
June 18 and 19, 20262 performancesMaison symphonique2026 marks two important anniversaries in Pierre Lapointe's career: the first anniversary of Dix chansons démodées pour ceux qui ont le cœur abîmé and the twentieth anniversary of La forêt des mal-aimés.
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Music • Indie
Maude Audet
June 18, 20261 performanceCinquième SalleIn this new show, Maude Audet offers us a luminous and vibrant experience, carried by her warm voice and poetic universe.
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French Song
Coeur de pirate | En cavale
June 19, 20261 performanceSalle Wilfrid-PelletierA defining voice in French-language music, Cœur de pirate crafts songs that are introspective, playful, and subtly subversive. Her intimate voice cuts deep, drawing listeners in.
A celebration of Francophone culture
Thousands of people gather each year to celebrate Francophone culture from all over the world. For 35 years now, the Francos de Montréal has energized the heart of the city in summer, featuring an increasingly broad program showcasing all musical backgrounds. This festival is a source of pride as well as a premier showcase for the French language.
An opportunity for the next generation to interact with accomplished artists, the event showcases a wealth of talents who share the stage in extraordinary themed evenings. Nine days of festivities take place in the various venues around Place des Arts, with a program that takes full advantage of the unique Quartier des Spectacles. This one-of-a-kind celebration of Franco culture is not to be missed!
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Les Francos de Montréal promising to be a wild affair! This year, the indoor program at Place des Arts is focusing on sure bets, while the Nuits urbaines series on the Esplanade’s will push the boundaries of contemporary music even further.
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