With a history of hosting the Olympics and the most iconic hockey team of all time, Montréal is one of the world’s great sports cities. During an average year, our fair city hosts approximately 60 major sporting events! Organizers of sporting events have come to understand that Montréal offers an ideal combination of world-class facilities, dedicated local leaders and an off-the-chart cultural charm factor.
We’re excited about what 2023 has to offer: another year packed with exhilarating sports programming. Here’s a highlight reel.
2023 Six Invitational
For the first time since 2020, this incredible esports event will welcome the Siege family back in the iconic Place Bell, where Ubisoft will reveal their roadmap for Year 8, the next season of Rainbow Six Esports, and crown this season’s World Champions.
Dates: February 7 to 19, 2023
Organized by: Ubisoft
Attendees expected: 465
Venue: Place Bell
2023 U Sports Women’s Ice Hockey Championship
This women’s sports event is back after a pandemic break to determine a national champion for the 2022-2023 U Sports women’s ice hockey season. U Sports’ mission is to give student-athletes and national championships the visibility they deserve.
Dates: March 13 to 20, 2023
Organized by: U Sports
Attendees expected: 260
Venue: CEPSUM
2023 FINA Diving World Series
Diving platforms and springboards join an aquatics party in Montréal as the world’s best divers converge for this world series.
Dates: March 24 to 26, 2023
Organized by: World Aquatics
Attendees expected: 300
Venue: Montréal Olympic Park
2023 World Irish Dancing Championships
These championships will bring together a global network of Irish dancers and teachers to compete, share knowledge and enjoy this rich culture. The competition will enhance Montréal’s reputation on the international stage as a go-to destination for major dance events.
Dates: April 2 to 9, 2023
Organized by: The Irish Dancing Commission
Attendees expected: 18,000
Venue: Palais des congrès de Montréal
2023 National Open Judo Championships
After a pandemic-imposed hiatus, these national championships will bring together the Canadian judo community and pit the best against each other to determine the year’s rankings.
Dates: May 10 to 15, 2023
Organized by: Judo Canada
Attendees expected: 800
Venue: Complexe sportif Claude-Robillard
2023 Underwater Rugby World Championship
Underwater rugby? You read right! This sport is growing in popularity and counts teams from around the globe, who will be convening in Montréal to battle it out for glory at this world championship.
Dates: July 7 to 15, 2023
Organized by: World Underwater Federation
Attendees expected: 575
Venue: Complexe sportif Claude-Robillard
National Bank Open 2023
It’s time for aces, deuces and volleys at this prestigious annual tennis tournament that’s a key event on the WTA schedule. Expect to see legends and soon-to-be legends of pro female tennis.
Dates: August 4 to 13, 2023
Organized by: Tennis Canada
Venue: Parc Jarry
2023 Jackalope
Jackalope is the biggest action sports festival in Canada, uniting BMX, skateboard, breakdance, bouldering and more. It’s an opportunity for action communities across the world to come together, celebrate their passion and reach the next level.
Dates: August 17 to 20, 2023
Organized by: Tribu Expérientiel
Attendees expected: 475
Venue: Montréal Olympic Park
2023 FIBA3x3 World Tour Montreal Masters (DISTRIX)
One of the flagship competitions of the FIBA 3x3 professional season, this world tour event showcases 3x3 basketball at its very best in the very heart of Montréal: Place des Festivals.
Dates: September 7 to 11, 2023
Organized by: International Basketball Federation
Attendees expected: 160
Venue: Place des Festivals
Triathlon Esprit de Montréal 2023
Back for the 38th consecutive edition, this triathlon takes place at the historic Olympic Basin and the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on Parc jean-Drapeau every year. It welcomes athletes of all ages and all levels of fitness – it’s the best chance of the season for to beat their PRs.
Dates: September 9 and 10, 2023
Organized by: Triathlon Esprit de Montréal
Venue: Parc Jean-Drapeau
Grand Prix Cyclistes de Montréal 2023
This annual race is registered on the UCI World Tour calendar, a prestigious listing that ensures the participation of the 18 world teams composed of the greatest riders of the planet. With its ideal location on Mount Royal, it’s a guaranteed high calibre competition on an intimidating course!
Date: September 10, 2023
Organized by: Événements GPCQM
Venue: Mount Royal Park
Marathon Beneva de Montréal 2023
In an annual gathering of thousands of likeminded runners, this race follows a picturesque course that offers a new and attractive experience every year, aimed at highlighting the city’s many attractions. This year it kicks off on Île Ste-Hélène and finishes at the historic Olympic Stadium.
Dates: September 22 to 24, 2023
Organized by: Événements GPCQM
Venue: Parc Jean-Drapeau
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