August is the perfect time to enjoy the Campbell Concerts, a free summer tradition that has been bringing Montreal parks to life for over a century. Until the end of the month, the public is invited to continue a true musical journey to the four corners of the world. The sounds of Latin America, North Africa, the Middle East and Asia come together in a rich and mixed program, where traditions and contemporary creations interact brilliantly.
For more than 100 years, Montreal’s parks have come alive every summer to the rhythm of the Campbell Concerts, a series of free outdoor musical events, accessible to all, made possible thanks to the vision of philanthropist Charles S. Campbell. For this 2026 edition, the City of Montreal is presenting 21 free concerts, offered until August 27 in the 19 boroughs of the island. There are still several opportunities to enjoy these outdoor musical evenings before the end of the summer season.
Discover the program for the month of August!
Adam El MounaSaturday August 1 at 7 p.m. – Parc des Anciens-Combattants – Pierrefonds-Roxboro Thursday August 20 at 7:30 p.m. – Parc Wilfrid-Bastien – Saint-LéonardAdam El Mouna offers an all-song concert tinged with pop music where melodies, narration and emotion transport you into a film of which only the artist knows the secret. A vibrant and generous performance carried by a strong stage presence and remarkable vocal power.
Moneka Arabic Jazz Thursday August 6 at 7 p.m. – Square Sir-George-Étienne-Cartier – Le Sud-OuestLet yourself be carried away by Moneka Arabic Jazz, An invitation to a jubilant celebration of life… from Baghdad to our home! Vocalist Ahmed Moneka (Juno Award nominee) brings African rhythms and Arabic melodies to life in a captivating fusion of jazz, soul and rock.
The momentum of the strings – Montreal Classical Orchestra Wednesday, August 5 at 7:30 p.m. – Parc Lucie-Bruneau – Anjou Saturday, August 8 at 7:00 p.m. – Parc George Saint-Pierre – Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Friday, August 14 at 7:00 p.m. – Parc Ahuntsic – Ahuntsic-Cartierville Led by the brilliant conductor Andrei Feher, the Montreal Classical Orchestra takes you into a moving musical concert. From Strauss to Tchaikovsky, between waltz, lyricism and bursts of energy, experience a vibrant, luminous and deeply expressive musical journey, where classic elegance and contemporary breath meet.
Fanfare MonfarleauFriday August 14 at 7 p.m. – Parc Rougemont – Mercier-Hochelaga-MaisonneuveThe Fanfare Monfarleau, like the brass bands of towns and villages of yesteryear, makes us dance with quadrilles and jigs, marches and songs by La Bolduc and other great names in traditional Quebec song.
Nitehi – Ivan Boivin-FlamandFriday August 21 at 7 p.m. – Parc des Rapides – LaSalleAtikamekw indigenous artist, Ivan Boivin is a great virtuoso of the electric guitar. Her airy voice carries her pieces forged in pop-rock tinged with folk and soul music. His crazy guitar solos will captivate you!
MarzosSaturday August 22 at 7 p.m. – Parc Saint-Jean-Baptiste – Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles Driven by Afro-Caribbean and Latin American rhythms, the Marzos ensemble, made up of 14 musicians, invites the general public to move, dance and share a moment of collective joy. A festive and overflowing energy awaits you!
Naïma FrankTuesday August 25 at 7 p.m. – Parc Martin-Luther-King – Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-GrâceA young rising star of the revival in alternative R&B, her music draws from soul, electro-pop and embodies her Haitian heritage. She delivers sensitive and intimate songs from her bold and liberating new album.
Salin Thursday August 27 at 7 p.m. – Parc West-Vancouver – Verdun Behind his drums, Salin offers you music that brings together the sounds of Thailand with the grooves of the 70s from West Africa, all wrapped in current production anchored in soul. Energy, textures and rhythms that are both hypnotic and daring.