Whoa, it’s already October. Before everyone circles Halloween on this month’s calendar, let’s start your month off properly with a few things to do in Montreal today, October 1.
88rising
88rising, formerly known as CXSHXNLY, is an American mass media company that they describe as a “hybrid management, record label, video production and marketing company.”
They’ll be performing at MTELUS tonight,
When: Monday, October 1
Time: 7:30 pm – 11 pm
Where: MTELUS, 59 rue Ste. Catherine
Price: $60.25, available online
The World’s Smallest Open Mic
Local comedians Walter J Lyng and Vance Michel host what they call “the smallest open mic show in the world.” The acts aren’t small, the venue is.
Veteran comedians will either be testing out new bits or stand-up hopefuls will be getting on stage for the first time. 10 acts will be featured in total and organizers warn that only 20 seats are available.
When:Â Monday, October 1
Time:Â 8 pm – 10 pm
Where:Â Hurley’s Irish Pub, 1225 rue Crescent
Price:Â $5
London Pubâs Industry Night
If you want to keep the weekend party going and ring in October in style, head to London Pub as they offer industry nights on Mondays. Itâs designed to offer inexpensive drinks to bar, pub and restaurant staff from around the city but itâs slowly morphed into drink deals for everybody. Grab a $4 single or a $3 shot of Jameson. Plus they have a free dart board and an in-house jukebox.
When:Â Every Monday at London Pub
Time:Â 7 pm â 3 am
Where:Â 1337 Boulevard Maisonneuve Ouest
Admission:Â Free to enter, drink deals vary.
McKibbinâs Pub Stumpers
Test your trivia knowledge at McKibbinâs Irish Pub tonight. The pubâs trivia has five rounds, general knowledge multiple choice, short answer, a picture round, and a music round. The winner of each round receives free drinks or a round of shots. A round for a round â good trade.
When:Â Monday, October 1
Time:Â 7:30 pm â 10 pm
Where:Â 1426 Rue Bishop
Admission:Â Free to play (with purchase of a beverage)
Sam Tucker at La Sala Rossa
Sam Tucker is a singer/songwriter from Nottinghamshire, England who currently lives in Montreal. He was first discovered for his musical covers on the TV Show La Voix. He’s releasing his first EP today and is celebrating by performing a show at the gorgeous La Sala Rossa.
When:Â Monday, October 1
Time:Â Doors at 6 pm, show at 7 pm
Where:Â La Sala Rossa
Price:Â $25 at the door