Seems all too fitting that we 'sprung forward' this past weekend, as this edition of the Bulletin seems to be all about telling time, celebrating past time, and looking at times to come. We're coming upon that precipice where winter turns to spring, and with that comes all the seasonal hallmarks that remind us how the great clockwork of everything all around us moves forward.

Only thing is, scrolling through this weekend specifically will reveal everything from a celebration of 200 years of the city's St. Patrick Day Parade (fun fact: this parade has been celebrated every year since 1824, making it the oldest and largest after New York’s!). Then there's gazing into the crystal ball of the city's plans for 2050, and a bunch of places celebrating anniversaries: Some being a decade in business, other just beginning their journeys with one or two years, and some even closing up shop after serving Montreal for 12 years.

Make no mistake, that probably sounds like a total jumble of dates and times, but that's why we're here: To organize it all into one digestible collection of things worth seeing, doing, eating, and drinking.

Activities, parties, points of interest, art exhibitions, you name it: These are the weekend events you don't want to miss.

Thursday

📽️ FIFA returns from March 13 to 23, celebrating the intersection of film and the creative world with stories behind artistic movements and visionary creators.

🇳🇴 This is the last day to check out FIKA(S) and its exploration of Nordic and Scandinavian culture through films, talks, performances and more.

Friday

🥤 CKUT & Zamalek are throwing a show: Catch W. Knucklehead, Ternet, and the Radio is Dead crew live at Zamalek Kitchen, plus some Zamalek bevvies.

🛒 Go scope out the new Friperie Déjà Vu store in NDG, twice the size of Friperie Notre-Dame with an even bigger selection of clothing, books, accessories, and home goods.

Saturday

↘️ Montreal’s underground city transforms into a sprawling art gallery with contemporary installations lining its corridors, thanks to Art Souterrain.

🤷 The No Clue Collective is celebrating four years with a local artisan market featuring 30+ Montreal vendors offering prints, candles, jewelry, baked goods, and more.

🍁 Plaza St-Hubert celebrates maple season with free maple taffy by Le Sucrier Urbain from 11 AM to 4 PM and live music from La Chasse-Balcon at Bain St-Denis from 1 PM to 4 PM.

🛍️ Bazar Vintage MTL returns with a massive spring edition featuring 40 vendors, unique vintage finds, and free admission at St-Jean Berchmans Church.

🎤 Cadence Weapon and Fireball Kid take the stage at Casa del Popolo, blending sharp lyricism and high-energy beats for a night of boundary-pushing hip-hop.

🏳️‍🌈 Sing your heart out at Queer Karaoke at Centaur Theatre, celebrating LGBTQ+ music icons with an open mic night—free admission, all are welcome.

Sunday

☘️ Montreal marks a major milestone—200 years of its iconic Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Floats, bagpipes, and a sea of green will line Sainte-Catherine Street.

🍻 Take your (responsible!) drinking to the any one of the following bars both on and off the Saint Patrick's Day Parade route. Read more.

🎻 Les Sans-Taverne is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a live Old Time Jam, a performance by Kate’s Kitchen Band, and homemade stew to go with their house-brewed beers.

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WHAT TO EAT & DRINK IN AND AROUND MONTREAL

Scope the latest restaurant openings, recommendations on where to eat, plus new menus, old classics, and everything in between.

This weekend's your last chance to eat at Rustique Pies, who's closing down their Saint-Henri shop for pies, cakes, and other baked goods after 12 years.

Lundis au soleil celebrates its 5th anniversary on March 15 with an evening of good food, great company, and plenty of dancing—no reservations, just a warm welcome.

La Capital celebrates its 10th anniversary March 15 with a special menu by Alex Huerta, live music, DJ sets, and traditional Mexican ceremonial dance—an evening to rediscover this Barrio Chino staple.

To celebrate its 30th anniversary, La Chronique is offering a special five-course menu for $98 from March 12 to 20—you gotta reserve and mention it's for the menu.

Parfois is taking over La Courtepointe on March 15, serving a seasonal à la carte menu that bridges winter’s warmth and spring’s arrival.

Breakfast for dinner comes to Depanneur Le Pick Up thanks to Castel Francos on March 16—the first fifty guests get a surprise.

Join the Buboy crew on March 15, from 5 PM till late for a night of DJ sets, good vibes, and a special Filipino BBQ menu.

Rouge Gorge celebrates its 10th anniversary all March long with special guests, former staff reunions, and a chance to win a one-week stay for two at Domaine du Loup Blanc in Languedoc, including flights, car rental, and accommodation.

🍷 Soirée Dix-Dix au Projet Pilote: On March 17, enjoy 10 wines at $10 per glass—an ideal chance to explore great cuvées without breaking the bank.

Two longtime friends go head-to-head in Sae Low’s next Cocktail Battle on March 18, crafting spring-inspired drinks—come for the showdown, stay for the vibes, and vote for the winner!

Pavillon invites you on a sensory journey through the south of France with a four-course menu, expertly paired wines, and a guided tasting on March 19.

Cup MTL turns one! Join them March 20 to celebrate their first anniversary with a night full of good vibes and special surprises.

Une Table à la Fois and Cuisine Libre! celebrate reimagining sugaring season with a unique setting and an unforgettable gastronomic experience on April 20.

Pizza Bouquet is now delivering! No joke—starting now, you can get their pies delivered straight to your door via bike courier, Wed to Sun, 5-9pm.

Neo Tokyo is expanding to the Mile End this summer with a brand-new concept designed to fit seamlessly into the neighbourhood’s creative energy.

After 53 years, Gibbys Saint-Sauveur will close its doors on Sunday, March 30—join them in these final weeks if you feel so inclined.

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Here, you'll find a weekly round-up of the latest local news, from entertainment to current affairs and more.

If you don't know the local denimhead tailor Prospero Rey and his bespoke streetwear shop Spare Jeans? All we'll say is that you should. Read more.

What happened to the Latin Quarter? No, really, what happened so that this part of town once known as the training grounds for student debauchery fall so far into disrepair and neglect? Read more.

Training doctors with trips to the museum: UDEM has sent about 400 med students to look at fine art to better understand the evolution of scientific knowledge and societal issues. Read more.

Our city's beloved $5 gnocchi tells us a lot about the state of street food in Montreal, and a loophole in how we can get streetside food for cheap. Read more.

What's Montreal's going to look like in 2050? Valerie Plante's legacy project envisions the next 25 years, but things are a bit murky on all sides. Read more.

Camillien-Houde Way takes one step closer to banning cars with the issuance of a development contract, plus a look at its future state. Read more.

Alcohol consumption has been falling in Quebec, and that's leading the SAQ to pivot towards smaller stores and delivery in urban areas. Read more.

$5 million to revitalize the former Ecole des Beaux-Arts building in Montreal. Why? It'll be largest Afro-Canadian cultural centre in the country. Read more.

We love Montreal's small restaurants, but should we think bigger? Royalmount's new huge Italian dining hall Siamo Noi weighs in. Read more.

Six different names in nine years sounds like a con artist rap sheet, but it's actually those addresses you see in Montreal with tenants that just can't seem to last—it's like they're haunted. Read more.

Winter's not over yet, but as it thaws? Folks are taking to the Saint-Lawrence River on winter kayaking trips, and one reporter's got a firsthand account. Read more.

André the Giant's legacy was intertwined with Montreal, from how he was part of the city's wrestling circuit to opening a restaurant here. Read more.

A disaster that cost taxpayers $1.1 billion: We're all still unravelling how Quebec’s SAAQclic license bureau manage to burn that much cash. Read more.

Some local cafés are embracing the 'Canadiano' during the trade war; call it cute, but it's a reminder that businesses are facing tough decisions such as raising menu prices or cutting staff. Read more.

Get to know Borden, the 'upstart' designer that leans toward minimalism with clean, logo-free staples that naturally align with the quiet luxury trend. Read more.

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