POP Montreal

POP Montreal is an annual not-for-profit cultural event that champions independence in the arts by presenting both emerging and celebrated artistic talents from around the world. Launched in 2002, the festival has become a fixture in the Montreal festival circuit and the international music scene. It offers a diverse range of events including symposium discussions, craft and visual art exhibitions, children's activities, film screenings, and music performances.

The festival collaborates with community partners to produce hundreds of cultural events each year, offering many free and affordable events in accessible public spaces. POP Montreal also hosts year-round events and parties at various venues across the city, country, and internationally. The festival is committed to environmental initiatives, such as eliminating plastic bottles and straws at its venues and providing compostable glasses.

Notable artists who have performed at the festival include Alanis Obomsawin, Patti Smith, Mavis Staples, Grimes, Patrick Watson, Kaytranada, and SOPHIE. The festival also features the Marché des Possibles, an open-air urban marketplace, and Espace POP, a gallery space dedicated to showcasing local artists. POP Montreal is a registered charity and relies on donations to continue supporting artists and connecting them with audiences.