What’s On Montreal: Things to do this weekend

What's On Montreal's Anastasia Dextrene has you covered with all your weekend activities across the Montreal area.

Looking for things to do this weekend?

We’ve got you covered with some ideas in and around the city.

Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day

If you missed the Saint-Patrick’s Parade in Montreal, then head to Châteauguay for its own parade this Sunday. It all starts at the corner of McLeod Street and Bell Street at 1:00 p.m.

Groups interested in being part of the official parade lineup can register online.

Candlelight Concerts

The Candlelight Concerts continue in Montreal. Choose from two shows at the Rialto Theatre on Sunday. Enjoy themes from “The Lord of the Rings” at 6:30 p.m., or renditions of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at 9:00 p.m.

Tickets start at $55 and you can find more details online.

An Afternoon at the Orchestra

For another musical treat, discover work by the Japanese animation studio Ghibli.

Their films “My Neighbor Totoro” and “Castle in the Sky” will be presented by the Film Music Wind Orchestra in concert at Salle Marguerite-Bourgeoys.

Tickets are $29 for children, $49 for adults and shows are selling out quickly. Grab your seats for 2:30 p.m. on Sunday here.

Frozen in Concert

For a family outing, you can immerse yourself in the dazzling world of Disney’s “Frozen.”

The FILMharmonique Orchestra and Chœur des Mélomanes will take you on a musical journey into the world of Arendelle.

That’s at Place des Arts on Sunday and showtime is at 2:00 p.m. Get information on tickets and times online.

Outdoor Adventure Show

For thrill seekers, why not check out The Outdoor Adventure Show for the latest camping and watersports gear?

Over 250 exhibitors with over 50 presentations will be there to help you plan your next trip.

The convention runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Tickets for adults are $14 and admission for children under age 11 is free. That’s at Palais des congrès all weekend. Get the full breakdown online.