5 things to do in Montreal today: Thursday, February 8

Feb 8 2018, 7:01 am

We’re inching closer to the weekend and why not celebrate by getting out there and doing something fun? From Les Mis to winter events, here’s how to keep your Thursday exciting.

Les Misérables 

Featuring the thrilling score and beloved songs “I Dreamed A Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” and many more, this epic and uplifting production has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.

Where: Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts, 260 Blvd de Maisonneuve Ouest
When: February 7 to 11, 2018
Time: Various times, check website for details
Tickets:  Available online, $51 to $129

Celebrate winter at Espace pour la vie

Montreal’s Espace pour la vie is ready for January and they’ve got an amazing line-up of events to keep you merry all winter long.

Where: Espace pour la vie, 4101 Sherbrooke St E
When: Various dates and times check website for details
Tickets: Available online

LeChop 2017

The 6th edition of the LeChop culinary festival is back next month.

And this year LeChop MTL wants to give back to the community. The organization has partnered with Share the Warmth to offer a delicious 2-course table d’hote menu at participating restaurants to help fight the battle against food insecurity.

When: Now until February 28, 2018
Where: Weinstein & Gavinos (1434 Rue Crescent), L’Atelier d’Argentine (1458 Rue Crescent and 355 Marguerite D’Youville), and Decca 77 (1077 Rue Drummond)

V Winter Village

The traditional winter village at Montreal’s Olympic Park has officially returned for 2018.

From now until March 25, 2018, you can enjoy outdoor skating on a brand new frozen trail, browse the pop-up shops and discover artisanal products, and take part in plenty of other fun winter activities.

Where: Olympic Park, 4545 Pierre-de Coubertin Ave
When: Until March 25, 2018
Time: Thursday and Friday: 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm.
There are also special hours during the holidays. Check website for details.
Prices:  Skates: $8 /Helmet: $3

Snow Tubing at Mount Royal

Snow season at  Mount Royal has officially kickedTickets are $9 for adults and $5 for children. Passes can be purchased from the Beaver Lake Pavilion. Don’t forget, it’s BYOIT (bring your own inner tube).

Where: Beaver Lake, Mount Royal
When: Throughout February
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm
Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm
Price: $5 for kids 4 to 11,$9 for 12 and over

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