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Place des Arts

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Place des Arts
Multi-venue complex used by jazz & comedy festivals & prominent groups like the Opéra de Montréal.
Address: Montreal, QC H2X 1Y9, Canada
Phone: (514) 842-2112
State: Quebec
County: Montreal
City: Montreal
Zip Code: H2X 1Y9


Opening Hours

Monday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Place des Arts is, in my opinion, one of Montreal’s greatest cultural gems. The area around it has evolved into one of the city’s most charming yet bustling sectors, with something to enjoy in every season. I can easily imagine how delighted tourists must feel when visiting. Its proximity to excellent restaurants and the metro subway makes it very accessible, though parking can sometimes be a bit tricky—but not enough to take away from the experience.nnI’ve attended numerous shows here, including Broadway productions, which are truly spectacular. My only real criticism is the sound quality, which isn’t always ideal. While many may overlook this, an acoustic overhaul would significantly elevate the entertainment experience and make this venue even more remarkable.
Overview & HistorynPlace des Arts officially opened in 1963 to transform Montreal into a cultural capital—the initiative of Mayor Jean Drapeau. Its flagship venue, Salle Wilfrid‑Pelletier, inaugurated that year, marked the beginning of this iconic complexnn Venues & ProgrammingnPlace des Arts includes six performance halls with varied capacities and purposes:nnSalle Wilfrid‑Pelletier ~2,996 seats: Canada’s largest multipurpose stage, home to large-scale opera, ballet, jazz, and musicalsnnMaison symphonique ~2,100 seats: Acclaimed for its acoustics, home to the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal.nnThéâtre Maisonneuve ~1,453 seats: Hosts dance, theatre, comedy, and chamber performancesnnSmaller venues include Théâtre Jean‑Duceppe ~765 seats, Cinquième Salle ~300–421 seats, and Salle Claude‑Léveillée ~128 seats for more intimate or experimental showsnnThe programming is diverse—ranging from internationally renowned musicians and dance companies to comedy, musicals, opera, and experimental works. Place des Arts is a frequent host for high-profile festivals like the Montréal Jazz Festival, FrancoFolies, Just for Laughs, and Montreal en lumièrenn Esplanade & Public SpacenThe Esplanade de la Place des Arts is a vibrant elevated plaza connecting the building’s theatres—it’s a magnet for festivals, performances, and public art installations year‑round—including live fountains in summer and winter events during Montréal en lumière and Jazz FestnnThe Espace culturel Georges‑Émile‑Lapalme, at ground level and attached to Sainte-Catherine Street, features free performances, exhibits, and gatherings in a dynamic urban setting
Had a wonderful time attending the Brit Floyd concert at Le Place De Arms. A beautiful, well organized venue with friendly people and clean facilities. Every seat was a good one and very comfortable. It wad easy to get to and we enjoyed our evening there immensely.
Lots of fun.always great festivals . Love the jazz festival. Have been over 10 timesnDon't let the name fool you. A good variety of music. Jazz, blues, hip-hop, rap rock, you name it and is there.
Nice place for shows and concerts, acoustics are clear, the place itself is really well maintained, not crappie sets... illumination during this last show now in 2025 Montreal Jazzfestival, was very modest but accordingly appropriate with jazz rhythm, Dianne Reeves makes us happy for an 1,15 hour, very recommended, the only thing I didn't find was a place to buy a bottle of water, but finally we found a water fountain
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Saint-Urbain / Sainte-Catherine 120 meters
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