Here are some fantastic, age-appropriate, one-off weekend activities for families in Montreal on February 7th and 8th, 2026! We've found a great mix of outdoor fun and creative indoor events.
See our top picks
Montréal Boréal – Le Jam du Nord
Parc Sir-George-Étienne-Cartier
A fantastic free outdoor festival day with installations and intro snowboarding!
En attendant la cloche (Waiting for the Bell)
Maison Théâtre
Catch this limited-run, age-appropriate theatre show indoors this weekend.
Wildlife in Winter at Ecopark Library Event
Pierrefonds library
A free, gentle, animal-themed event perfect for little ones this Sunday afternoon.
· February 7
3LOVE IN ALL ITS FORMS CREATIVE MARKET : Support 50 local creators and entrepreneurs in Verdun this weekend! Find unique gifts and delicious treats perfect for celebrating love, friendship, or just a fun family outing. It’s a wonderful way to explore local talent.A special weekend market celebrating love with unique local crafts and food perfect for the whole family.
EN ATTENDANT LA CLOCHE (WAITING FOR THE BELL) : This play is about a team trying to prepare kids for secondary school with all their best tools, but reality keeps getting in the way! It’s a funny and relatable theatre experience for older kids navigating big changes.A limited-run play specifically created for the 8-12 age group, ending this weekend.
WINTER FUN EVENTFREE : Head to Roxboro Park for a fun winter activity hosted by the city library. This is a great chance to get outside and enjoy the winter scenery with simple, included fun.A specific, free outdoor activity listed on the city calendar for this Saturday only.
· February 8
2MONTRÉAL BORÉAL – LE JAM DU NORDFREE : The final day of this free winter celebration in Saint-Henri is on! Enjoy magical installations, introductory snowboarding for kids, a hot chocolate bar, and line dancing. Come soak up the local winter festival vibes!A free, localized winter festival with specific activities like intro snowboarding for children.
WILDLIFE IN WINTER AT ECOMUSEUM ZOOFREE : Check out this free library event focused on local fauna during the winter season. It’s a nice, gentle activity that might inspire a full zoo visit later!A specific, free, educational event tied to the local wildlife attraction, happening on Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Montreal this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) you can check out the free Montréal Boréal festival at Parc Sir-George-Étienne-Cartier on Sunday for winter activities, or look for simple free events like the 'Winter Fun event' at Roxboro Park on Saturday.
Are there any shows or theatre performances this weekend?
Yes, the play 'En attendant la cloche' at Maison Théâtre has performances on both Saturday and Sunday, but this is your last chance to see it before it closes!
Where can we find local crafts and unique gifts this weekend?
The 'Love in All Its Forms Creative Market' is happening all weekend long, Saturday and Sunday, at the Auditorium de Verdun with 50 local vendors.
