Esplanade de la Place des Arts

The Esplanade is a vast outdoor space that connects all of Place des Arts’ show venues. It’s an immense public gathering space at the heart of the Quartier des spectacles.

It hosts Montréal’s biggest festivals, cultural activities and popular events year-round: the Festival international de Jazz de Montréal, les Francos de Montréal, Just for Laughs, Montréal en lumière, etc.