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Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal 2025
The Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal is a gathering and celebration of multicultural and LGBTQ + communities
Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal 2025
The Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal is a gathering and celebration of multicultural and LGBTQ + communities for the fight against racism and the fight against homophobia.
- Stay close to all the events at the Fairfield Inn by Marriott Montreal Downtown close to all the bars and clubs, with large rooms and friendly staff.
The Carnival
- Update – Awaiting details of the next event. This event did not take place in 2023.
- Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal takes place during the Canadian Thanksgiving weekend. The event features free outdoor musical and multidisciplinary activities in the Gay Village and the Latin Quarter, and also with the return of a free indoor event also at Complexe Desjardins.
- The Carnival also coincides with the world famous Black and Blue Festival and Ball. The event features three days and evenings of performances by entertainers, singers, dancers and many others. The program aims to offer a beautiful mosaic of Montreal’s cultural diversity.
The Venues
- The Carnaval des Couleurs is a not-to-be-missed rendez-vous for music, dance and entertainment fans. More than 30,000 people walk daily through complexe Desjardins, so it’s a great environment to feature a major original, inclusive, and diversified artistic festival.
- Complexe Desjardins is a mixed-use office, hotel, and shopping mall complex located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, in the Quartier des spectacles area of Saint Catherine Street.
- Entertainers of the Carnaval will also be present at the doors of various events of the Black & Blue Festival in the gay Village.
Recommended Hotels in Montreal
The following hotels are close to the city’s top attractions and gay village:
Sofitel Montreal, Hôtel Le Cantlie, Le St-Martin Hotel, Hotel Zero 1
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
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Official Website
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Carnaval Des Couleurs, visit the Website
Gay Map of Montreal
Montreal has one of the largest gay villages in the world. Trendy bars, cafes, restaurants and clubs lined from St-Hubert Street to De Lorimier Street on Saint Catherine Street, and between Sherbrooke Street and René Lévesque Boulevard on Amherst Street, a distance of nearly two kilometres,
1155 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montréal, QC H3A 2N3, Canada
Ideally situated in the historic Golden Square Mile of downtown Montreal, the hotel's unrivaled offers exceptional service and contemporary sophistication.
With a number of state-of-the art meeting rooms and elegant banquet facilities, can help make any occasion or presentation unforgettable. Allow the hotel service team to assist you from planning an event to its completion.
1110 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montréal, QC H3A 1G9, Canada
Adjacent to and in the city centre, Hotel Le Cantlie Suites offers WiFi access and a .
Guestrooms at the Hotel Le Cantlie Suites are and feature European-style kitchens with a and refrigerator, ideal for families.
980 Boulevard de Maisonneuve O, Montréal, QC H3A 1N4, Canada
Le St-Martin Hotel Centre-ville – Hotel Particulier is above Montreal’s . An , located above the restaurant, is available along with in the guest .
While staying at the Le Saint Martin Hotel, each room also provides a 42-inch flat-screen cable TV. A minibar is in the rooms.
1 Boulevard René-Lévesque E, Montréal, QC H2X 3Z5, Canada
This hotel features an outdoor terrace offering panoramic of Montréal’s Spectacles. A is featured in all guest rooms.
All the soundproofed rooms at Hotel Zero 1 have a flat-screen cable TV. Guests will find an iPod docking station and free WiFi. Rooms with separate seating areas are available, and all rooms have a of the city or the hotel’s atrium lobby.
1019 Rue St-Hubert, Montréal, QC H2L 3Y3, Canada
Offering free WiFi and free private parking, La Conciergerie- 2 Stories with Private Rooftop is located in a quiet neighborhood a block from Old Montreal and close to eclectic Gay Village. close to the gay bars
1241 R. Atateken, Montréal, QC H2L 3K9, Canada
The apartment has 5 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. private parking available on site and free WiFi.
916 Rue Sainte-Catherine E, Montréal, QC H2L 2E7, Canada
This apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. Air conditioning and free WiFi
1303 Rue Montcalm, Montréal, QC H2L 3G6, Canada
The property offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV with DVD player, a balcony and a terrace. There is a full kitchen and dining area. Free WiFi access is also available. city and garden views close to restaurants and shops.
1171 Rue Ste Catherine East Montreal, QC H1B, Canada
Strip club with nude male dancers The best male strippers in North America
1111 Sainte-Catherine Street East Montreal, QC H2L 2G2,
Canada Men only strip club with two bars & private booths for lap dances
1681 St Catherine St E, Montreal, Quebec H2L 2J5, Canada
Gay bar with talented erotic dancers
1365 Rue Sainte-Catherine E, Montréal, QC H2L 2H7, Canada
The District Vidéo Lounge is a friendly and lively gay bar-restaurant in the Village, which presents a unique concept of videos on demand. Our customers can access the mobile version of our website and proceed with their special video requests from our bank of more than 85,000 videos.
1272 Rue Sainte-Catherine E, Montréal, QC H2L 2H2, Canada
Hip craft cocktail & beer gay bar with a limited menu of creative bistro plates & a cool vibe.
1812 Rue Ste-Catherine Est Montreal, QC H2X 1Z6, Canada
Since its opening on December 5, 1995, Le Stud Montreal has stood out in the gay village of Montreal. Its motto "A bar for men, where men love men." represents its customers well.
1295 R. Atateken, Montréal, QC H2L 3K9, Canada
Established in 1981, this easygoing gathering place with a shaded terrace hosts karaoke nights. Mixed gay and str8
1171 Rue Ste-Catherine East Montreal, QC H2X 1Z6, Canada
Gay venue spread over 3 floors 1 bar 2 discos
1669 Rue Sainte-Catherine E, Montréal, QC H2L 2S3, Canada
Moody, red-lit gay lounge featuring karaoke nights, drag shows & traditional cocktails.
1115 Sainte-Catherine St East Montreal, QC H2L 2G2, Canada
Gay Cabaret bar one of the best in town
1950 Boulevard de Maisonneuve East Montreal, QC H2K 2C9, Canada
Taboo has been in business for over 20 years. We are a very popular male strip club for men. Every night is a different night, Gay male Strip bar with lap dancers
1171 Sainte-Catherine St East , QC H2L 3G6, Canada
Unity is located in the heart of the gay village of Montreal. With 2 rooms, a VIP lounge and large terrace on the roof, Unity is recognized to be a place where we have fun in a friendly, festive and respectful environment. Unity is a place that appeals to a varied and diverse clientele that likes to party in a relaxed and unpretentious club. Concerned about the quality of its events, the Unity team offers parties that live up to its reputation, drag shows, go-go Boys
1315 Sainte-Catherine St East Montreal, QC H2L 2H2, Canada
3 bars, 3 atmospheres, DJ every night. Staff very Kind, Patio on summer. ATM on the premise. Gay Leather, rubber, denim fetish bar
917 Sainte-Catherine St East Montreal, QC H2L 3N5, Canada
Mixed gay, The Circus is the largest after-hours entertainment complex in Canada. Ranked 19th in the world in the DJ Mag Top 100 Clubs 2012, the Circus offers 3 venues that host world-class electronic music events from Thursday to Sunday. House, Trance, Techno and all other styles of electronic music are represented there.
1673 Sainte-Catherine St East Montreal, QC H2L 2S3, Canada
Gay bar older crowd Show bar with singer from Friday to Sunday. Karaoke Thursday.
1218 Sainte-Catherine St East Montreal, QC H2L 2G9, Canada
Gay karaoke and piano bar
The Date Karaoke offers you a unique experience. With over 35,000 songs listed, you can't get bored! Come and try a song and become a star for a moment!
2093 Rue de la Visitation Montreal, QC H2L 3E1, Canada
Gay country & western dance club
Club Bolo offers dance classes and evenings. It is also a social club where people enjoy meeting. The sense of hospitality and friendship has characterized us for more than 20 years! We are a non-profit organization run 100% by volunteers.
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We have chosen hotels in Montreal that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Hotel Birks
5 Star, Location
- 5 Star, Location; Terrace, Restaurant Henri Brasserie
- Close to the gay district
- Desk, flat-screen TV
- Downtown Montreal with city view rooms, some featuring claw-foot bath & fireplace
Sofitel Montreal
5 Star, Luxury
- 5 Star, Luxury; In historic Golden Square Mile
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Contemporary sophistication
- Prime location near art galleries, museums, and vibrant nightlife with exceptional service
Hôtel Le Cantlie Suites
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4 Star, Readers Choice; Rooftop swimming pool
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Spacious, microwave, refrigerator
- Spacious rooms with kitchenettes near McGill University and a rooftop pool
Le St-Martin Hotel
4 Star, Great Value
- 4 Star, Great Value; Outdoor pool, Underground City access
- A short walk to the gay bars
- 55-inch flat-screen TV, minibar
- Offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and modern rooms with a 55-inch flat-screen TV
Video of Gay Montreal
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Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Montreal
From its iconic Gay Village—a symbol of community and celebration—to its myriad of queer events, inclusive bars, and welcoming neighbourhoods, the city masterfully blends its rich cultural heritage with a progressive and accepting vibe.
The Gay Village | Saint Catherine Street
Photo: Montreal’s Gay Village, one of the most famous gaybourhoods in North America
- Stretching along Saint Catherine Street East, Montreal’s Gay Village (often simply “The Village”) is a vibrant and welcoming hub of LGBTQ+ culture and life.
- The Village is known for its summer pedestrian-only zone, where countless colourful balls create a rainbow canopy overhead, and the Beaudry Metro Station with its iconic rainbow pillars.
- Saint Catherine Street hosts street parties throughout the Summer, especially during the Montreal Pride celebrations.
- Discover the best things to see and do in the Montreal.
Old Montreal
Vieux-Montréal is a historic centre with cobblestone streets, grand plazas, and centuries-old architecture.
Plateau Mont-Royal
The bohemian, artsy neighbourhood is known for its colourful houses, vibrant murals, & trendy boutiques.
Downtown
Centre-Ville with high-rises, shopping malls, restaurants, museums & the shops of the underground city.
Mile End
Famous for its food scene, especially bagel shops & cafes, one of Montreal’s most creative neighbourhoods,
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