QUICK FACTS
• Location: Old Port of Montreal
• Period: Winter 2026
• Type: Outdoor electronic music festival
• Format: Night events
• Audience: 18 plus
A FESTIVAL BORN FROM THE COLD
Igloofest is not an imported concept.
It is a Montreal idea built around winter.
• Sub zero temperatures embraced
• Outdoor stages in winter
• Crowd in coats hats and boots
• An atmosphere impossible to recreate elsewhere
In Montreal, winter is not downtime.
It is a stage.
THE IGLOOFEST EXPERIENCE
Igloofest is more than music.
It is a shared experience.
• Local and international DJs
• Sound systems adapted to cold weather
• Light shows cutting through winter nights
• A committed crowd despite the conditions
You do not come for comfort.
You come for energy.
THE LINEUP
Igloofest’s strength lies in its balance.
• International electronic acts
• Strong local representation
• Themed nights
• Genre variety across dates
Different crowds each night, same spirit.
WHY IGLOOFEST MATTERS
• One of a kind concept
• Strong Montreal identity
• Loyal returning audience
• International recognition
Igloofest does not follow trends.
It created its own lane.
BEFORE YOU GO
• Dress very warmly
• Arrive early to avoid long lines
• Plan warming breaks
• Festival level drink prices
MTL TIMES VERDICT
Igloofest Montreal 2026 remains one of the clearest examples of Montreal’s cultural identity.
Turning climate into character.
A winter event that defines the city as much as the music itself.
