Cultural activity
July 9th, 2026 — August 20th, 2026
Musical Middays on the Pointe
July 9 to August 20, 2026
Every Thursday, from noon to 1 pm
Free
Outside the Museum, in the pedestrianized zone
350 Place Royale, Old Montréal
Free concerts all summer long at Pointe-à-Callière
Every Thursday at noon, come enjoy musical performances by emerging Montréal artists, presented in collaboration with Pop Montréal.
Bring your lunch and feel free to use our picnic tables and Adirondack chairs as you listen to some great music!
Explore the program:
Hailing from the Atikamekw territory and now based in Québec City, Kris Kinokewin is a singer-songwriter who performs in Atikamekw, French, and English. Drawing on folk and soft rock influences, he crafts a sensitive and captivating world in which resilience, identity, and the sharing of knowledge are intertwined. Through his sincere and heartfelt songs, he invites audiences on a profoundly human emotional journey, conveyed by his warm voice and engaging stage presence.
Montréal band the Red Hot Chili Schleppers put a passionate, festive, and decidedly contemporary spin on Jewish musical traditions. Drawing on klezmer, traditional Eastern European music, and world music influences, the group plays what they like to call “klezmer for the club.” With skill, humour, and infectious energy, their performances deliver an experience that blends emotion, celebration, and dance. For over three years, they have been electrifying stages across Québec and Canada with their unifying and profoundly vibrant music.
Hailing from Montréal, Shunk crafts a unique sonic world blending post-punk, dreampop, shoegaze, indie pop, and lyrical influences. Fuelled by boundless creative energy, the band’s performances are as eccentric as they are electrifying, reflecting the Montréal music scene from which they emerged. At the heart of this experience, vocalist Gabrielle impresses with her versatility, effortlessly shifting from soaring operatic vocals to intense screams. Supported by a solid rhythm section and guitar textures both shimmering and atmospheric, Shunk invites the audience on a bold and captivating musical journey.
Montréal group Chaude Chaleur plays a vibrant fusion of R&B, pop, and jazz that sways between raw emotion and an irresistible urge to dance. Driven by captivating grooves, refined sounds, and inspired lyrics, the group celebrates the freedom to be oneself and the joy of living life to the fullest. On stage, the band members create a warm and inclusive atmosphere. With its contagious energy and unpredictable charm, Chaude Chaleur makes a strong impression.
A Montréal-based artist of Haitian descent, Kelly Krow has constructed a musical world in which Konpa, Zouk, Afrobeat, and R&B converge. Through sensitive songs, he explores themes of love, identity, vulnerability, and trust. By weaving together his Caribbean heritage with contemporary sounds, he has created a body of work that is modern, authentic, and profoundly human. With a warm stage presence and sincere approach, Kelly Krow invites audiences to join him in an emotional and unifying musical experience.
Montréal-based duo Jitensha takes us to a luminous musical world in which indie pop meets neo-psychedelia. Harmonically inspired by 1950s rock ‘n’ roll, the pair creates catchy yet sensitive melodies, driven by vibrant sonic textures and captivating loops. Through songs that explore the environment, psychology, and universal love, Jitensha invites audiences to take part in a poetic reflection on the contemporary human experience. From gentleness to depth to escapism, their music offers a journey that is as moving as it is captivating.
Hailing from Québec’s North Shore region, internationally recognized Shauit is an Innu artist who performs vibrant music that blends folk, roots, and reggae. Driven by warm rhythms and catchy melodies, his songs share heartfelt stories in the Innu language, imbued with emotion and authenticity. Having given over 400 performances in seven countries, he has built a rich and socially engaged career. Through his music, Shauit builds bridges between cultures and invites audiences on a unifying journey celebrating diversity and reconciliation.
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Enjoy free outdoor activities at Pointe-à-Callière, all summer long.
In the pedestrianized zone between Place Royale and Place D’Youville, family-friendly activities and concerts by Montréal artists await you throughout the entire summer!