Facility activities
March for Joy As part of Novembre en couleurs
MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
A parade full of smiles
As part of the 5th edition of the Novembre en couleur festival, the MEM will be hosting a march for joy, free of charge, on November 8, 2026. The activity will kick off with a placard-making workshop from 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. Starting at 3:15, the march will begin in a festive atmosphere to the sounds of the percussion ensemble Stonda.
Celebrating joy together
This activity invites participants of all ages to share a fun, creative moment. With crafts, music and a march, it’s a chance to meet new people and join in a feel-good collective experience.
The Novembre en couleur festival
This activity invites participants of all ages to share a fun, creative moment. With crafts, music and a march, it’s a chance to meet new people and join in a feel-good collective experience.
At this often-challenging time of year, the festival’s happiness parades showcase Montréal artists from all backgrounds, creating connections among communities and spreading smiles across the city.
Practical information
People of all ages are welcome to take part in this joyful celebration.
The placard-making workshop will run from 1:30 to 3:15 p.m., followed by the march for joy from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m.
Event
Facility activities
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Adults
Children
Dates
MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
Address
1210, Saint-Laurent blvd,
Montreal, QC H2X 2S5
Phone
514 872-3207
Regular Schedule
From Jun 14 to Oct 13
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 - 20:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 20:00
Thursday
11:00 - 20:00
Friday
11:00 - 20:00
Saturday
11:00 - 20:00
Sunday
11:00 - 20:00
From Oct 14 to Jun 15
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 20:00
Thursday
11:00 - 20:00
Friday
11:00 - 20:00
Saturday
11:00 - 20:00
Sunday
11:00 - 18:00
From Jun 9 to Oct 12
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 19:30
Thursday
11:00 - 19:30
Friday
11:00 - 19:30
Saturday
11:00 - 19:30
Sunday
11:00 - 18:00
Holidays Schedule
Dec 25
Closed
Jan 1
Closed
Facilities
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