Rendez-vous Gourmands returns to Parc Jean-Drapeau for four flavour-filled weekends
From September 4th to 27th, 2026, the Jardins des Floralies at Parc Jean-Drapeau will host a new edition of Rendez-vous Gourmands, a series of four weekends celebrating food, culinary discoveries and festive experiences.
This year, the event takes the form of an evolving food journey, with a different theme and atmosphere each weekend. Visitors can expect creations from Montreal chefs, shareable dishes, international influences, entertainment and new ways to experience the city's culinary scene.
The festivities will begin with Le Grand Grill, taking place from September 4th to 7th and dedicated to BBQ and live-fire cooking. Montreal chefs Jonathan Legris, Martin Juneau, Gilles Tolen, Martin Pechuan, Paul Harry Toussaint, Jermaine Wallace and Michel Childe will take part in the weekend's culinary programming.
The Passeport Gourmand will also return for Le Grand Grill, giving visitors the opportunity to sample a selection of exclusive chef creations and build their own tasting journey throughout the weekend.
The program continues with 88, from September 11th to 13th, followed by two weekends dedicated to the Montreal Oktoberfest, from September 18th to 20th and September 25th to 27th. Each weekend will offer a new culinary experience, giving visitors plenty of reasons to return throughout the month.
With new partners and fresh collaborations joining the program this year, Rendez-vous Gourmands offers a more varied experience that encourages visitors to come back and discover new flavours and concepts each weekend.
The Jardins des Floralies are set to become a go-to food destination at Parc Jean-Drapeau, bringing together food, outdoor experiences and entertainment in one setting.
