Don't miss this free Downtown Montreal festival over the long weekend
The Urban Games festival is returning to Downtown Montreal for the fourth year, and is going to be better than ever.
Looking for something to do over the long weekend? Free and open to all, the festival will welcome top athletes from around the world and local champions for high-level competitions and demonstrations.
Dedicated to urban sports, the festival brings together the best of the local and international sports scenes to celebrate adrenaline, boldness, talent, and passion.
Expect sports competitions, battles, artistic performances, live warm-ups, and introductory sessions to various urban sports—offering everyone a chance to discover new things in a vibrant, music-filled atmosphere in the heart of downtown Montréal.
When are the Urban Games?
From May 16 to 18, 2025, the Urban Games is coming to downtown Montreal for its 4th edition.
In addition to fan favourites like BMX Flatland, Freestyle Soccer, and urban dance, the 2025 edition will feature new experiences, including Breaking and 3x3 Basketball, interactive sports stations in collaboration with the Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (RSEQ), and a M.A.D. Pop-Up Market at Time Out Market Montréal showcasing Québec businesses.
To host this expanded lineup, the festival is adding a second stage at Esplanade PVM at Place Ville Marie, alongside the original site at the Montreal Eaton Centre.
The festival is adding a M.A.D. Pop-up Market at Time Out Market Montréal showcasing local businesses.
Local products, urban style (clothing, accessories, etc.), beauty products, and more will be available thanks to some 20 participating merchants for three days at Time Out Market Montréal—home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under one roof.
When is the M.A.D. Pop-Up Market at Time Out Market Montréal?
Visit Time Out Market Montréal from May 16 to 18, 2025, to check out all the local vendors.
What are the highlights of the Urban Games?
Check out some of the amazing free activities:
FIBA 3x3 Basketball Tournament
Basketball 3x3 is making a bold debut in the Urban Games lineup, taking over Esplanade PVM at Place Ville Marie. For the occasion, teams from across North America will go head-to-head in a major competition with a coveted spot in the FIBA Lite Quest tournament in Edmonton up for grabs.
Breaking Competition
The Montreal Eaton Centre stage will host the Urban Games' very first Breaking competition.
This fast-rising discipline will light up the floor with performances from 16 up-and-coming dancers, judged by a sharp-eyed panel.
It's going to be a must-see showdown.
More Activities Than Ever
This year, the festival spans three iconic downtown Montreal locations, offering an even more immersive and accessible experience:
An indoor stage at the Montreal Eaton Centre for BMX Flatland, urban dance, Breaking, and colourful sports showcases.
An outdoor stage at Esplanade PVM at Place Ville Marie, where competitions unfold beneath the iconic Ring. The Esplanade will also feature public sports stations in collaboration with the RSEQ.
The M.A.D. Pop-Up Market at Time Out Market Montréal, where visitors can browse and shop creations from dozens of local businesses.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
North Wales Live
3 hours ago
- North Wales Live
OK! Blackpink Special Collector's Edition Magazine
As the biggest girl group on the planet, the cultural and commercial impact of Blackpink can hardly be overstated. Breaking records at every turn, the four band members – Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé – have dramatically expanded K-pop's global footprint and built an astounding connection with fans well beyond South Korea. Pick up your copy here. (OK Special - Blackpink) To celebrate the summer of Blackpink's return and their largest-ever stadium shows, this issue of OK! delves into their phenomenal rise. We take a deep-dive into their music as a collective, while shining a light on their individual projects and lucrative brand tie-ins. We revisit their most epic live shows, present some little-known facts and even invite you to discover which band member you are most like. Don't miss out - click here to shop. (OK Special - Blackpink)
Daily Mail
13 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Struggling pop star Ava Max breaks silence over rumored feud with Lady Gaga as furious fans weigh in
Ava Max is speaking out about her rumored feud with Lady Gaga. The American pop star, 31, has long been pitted against Gaga, 39, by music fans due to their strikingly similar looks. Fans have also accused the Sweet but Psycho singer of copying Gaga's signature dance-pop sound. Seemingly fed up with the comparisons and chatter, Ava addressed the drama head on in the lyrics of her upcoming song, Don't Click Play. 'She samples, singing Gaga imitations. Can't kings and queens look good with poker faces?' she sings, referencing her own hit Kings & Queens and Gaga's classic smash Poker Face. 'But I'm loving myself even if you hate it,' adds Ava. The song has already caused quite the stir online, with fans from both sides weighing in on the issue. 'She's flopping so she needs to mention Gaga AGAIN. Work on new sounds, Ms Ava,' commented one. 'I like Gaga, but her fans can be unbearable. They act as if the world revolves around her, while constantly throwing shade at Ava on Twitter and YouTube,' wrote another. A third added, 'Way to stay relevant. While Gaga doesn't need to name drop or address anyone to stay relevant in the game.' Another wrote, 'Not being mean but do people actually compare her to Gaga? I think Ava is very talented I just haven't really seen anyone comparing specifically to Gaga.' This isn't the first time that Ava has addressed the comparisons between herself and the Born This Way singer. In 2023 she told Nylon, 'No matter how many haters there are out there, or people who want to bring you down — or people who think I'm a Lady Gaga comparison, which is huuuh-larious. 'Who doesn't love Gaga?! I can't help that I look like this. I was born the way I was born too!' she continued. 'I can't help that I'm 5-foot-2 as well. Like what do they want me to do, dye my hair black?! I did that, and then they started comparing me to Dua! You can't win.' Last year, both Ava and Gaga went viral on social media after fans noticed how similar the two pop stars look. The confusion began when Gaga posted a closeup photo of her made-up face on Instagram to promote her Haus Labs line of liquid eyeliner. The photo was a hit with fans, but several commenters were shocked at how similar the singer and actress — Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta — looked to Ava. Ava is best known for her hits Sweet but Psycho, Kings & Queens, and My Head & My Heart. However, her career seems to have taken a downturn over the last year. The Wisconsin-born songstress has struggled to crack the charts with all the singles from her upcoming third album, Don't Click Play. Her last track, Wet Hot American Summer, only reached 2.2 million views on YouTube despite its provocative music video.
Scottish Sun
14 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
How furry monster Labubus have become must-have toy for kids and celebs – and sparked mini riots & late-night robberies
Firm has sold more than £496million-worth of products this year alone LABUBUMANIA How furry monster Labubus have become must-have toy for kids and celebs – and sparked mini riots & late-night robberies Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THEY have been seen dangling from the bags of Rihanna, the Kardashians and Paris Hilton. And now, Labubu dolls are the must-have status symbol for kids everywhere. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Labubu dolls are the must-have status symbol for kids everywhere Credit: Getty 8 Labubus went global after K-pop singer Lalisa Manobal began posting photos of them on her social media Credit: Instagram 8 The dolls have been seen dangling from the bags of stars such as Rihanna Credit: Goff The small toy monsters with bright-coloured fur and devilish toothy grins are in such demand they have even led to mini-riots and midnight break-ins. And the craze is making their Chinese owners very rich indeed. Pop Mart reported a near 400 per cent increase in profits during the first half of this year. Now it is one of the most valuable toy makers in the world — worth more than twice as much as rival giants Hasbro and Mattel combined. The firm, founded in 2010 by CEO Wang Ning, has sold more than £496million-worth of products this year alone. Not bad for a furry little monster that's no bigger than a hand. To some, the creatures are adorable, to others, plain ugly. One thing is for sure — the world is in the grip of Labubumania. But how? Inspired by Nordic folklore, Hong Kong-born artist Kasing Lung designed them in 2015 as part of a collection of characters called The Monsters. It wasn't until Pop Mart bought the rights to them that the seeds for their viral success were sewn. The toy company specialises in 'blind boxes', so-called because customers only find out what they've bought when they open the package. Dramatic moment crowds join massive queue to grab viral Labubu dolls as latest doll craze sweeps across the world Combine that with the characters coming in themed groups such as 'Big Into Energy' and 'Exciting Macaron', ultra-rare limited-edition designs, and collaborations with fashion designers, and you've got the ultimate collector's item. Each 'series' also has a 'secret' final Labubu to complete the collection that is even rarer than the rest. No wonder demand has spiralled. Fake versions, dubbed Lafufus, are big business too, with China seizing 70,000 in just a few days. Although 'blind boxes' from Pop Mart tend to range from £18 to around £60, Labubus get resold online for thousands. Rarer than rest One child-size Labubu fetched a record 1.08million yuan (£110,000) at a Beijing auction in June. Parents are finding their pockets plundered by kids desperate for 'just one more'. But you almost can't blame them when just about every big name is a fan. Having gained popularity in China, Labubus went global after K-pop singer Lalisa Manobal from girlband Blackpink — who also features in TV hit White Lotus — began posting photos of them on her social media. Since then, Rihanna, Lizzo and Dua Lipa have been snapped with Labubus dangling from their designer bags. 8 The firm was founded in 2010 by CEO Wang Ning Credit: Pop Mart 8 Dua Lipa snapped with a Labubu dangling from her designer bag Credit: Goff 8 Lizzo has also been spotted with one of the dolls Credit: BackGrid In April, Kim Kardashian posted snaps of her collection of ten dolls on Instagram. A few weeks later David Beckham revealed his daughter, Harper, 13, had bought him a rare 'secret' edition Labubu. But they're not just bag accessories. Paris Hilton's kids Phoenix, two, and London, 21 months, own several, including some as big as them. In June, Olivia Attwood was treated to a £175 doll by footballer husband Bradley Dack to mark her second wedding anniversary. A month earlier she celebrated turning 34 with a Labubu-themed birthday party. Towie favourite Gemma Collins says she's 'obsessed' with the dolls. And tennis player Carlos Alcaraz was even spotted wth one at Wimbledon in June. Chaos at shop Yesterday, singer Pixie Lott announced on TikTok the world's first gig for Labubu Dolls — set to be held next Thursday at a 'secret West London location'. And what better way for Madonna to have celebrated her 67th birthday last Saturday than with a giant Labubu cake? It's little surprise then that Pop Mart stores in the UK have had queues snaking around the block. But they underestimated just how desperate people were to get their hands on them. In May, bosses were forced to temporarily halt sales in all UK stores after fights broke out between frenzied fans who had been camping outside since 3am. 'There were big crowds of people hovering around the shop, and there was this really negative vibe,' shopper Victoria Calvert told the BBC after she witnessed the chaos at the Westfield Stratford shopping centre in East London. 8 Olivia Attwood was treated to a £175 doll by footballer husband Bradley Dack Credit: Instagram/olivia_attwood 8 Tennis player Carlos Alcaraz was even spotted with one at Wimbledon Credit: Getty 'People were shouting, basically saying there were no more Labubus left. I even witnessed a fight between a worker and a customer.' Pop Mart has since moved to a system that only allows shoppers to buy them in store after winning an online raffle. Two weeks ago in California, burglars raided an LA store and swiped boxes of the dolls. The heartbroken owners fear $30,000 worth of Labubus were taken. And in Iraq, Kurdish authorities confiscated 4,000 dolls and banned their sales in shops — though denied it was due to earlier media reports that they had demonic powers. It might be yet another crazy trend. But for now, it seem Labubu fever is here to stay.
