Caf’Conc’ Is Back: What Visitors Can Expect at Montreal’s Restored Cabaret

One of Montreal’s historic performance spaces is active again. Caf’Conc’, inside the Marriott Château Champlain, has reopened with a programme built around music, comedy, drag and cabaret.

A venue with Expo 67 roots

Caf’Conc’ takes its name from “Café Concert” and dates back to the era of Expo 67. The intimate theatre was designed as part of the Château Champlain complex and has a distinctive cabaret setting.

What is on the programme?

Tourisme Montréal describes the current programme as Montréal-centric, with music, comedy, drag and cabaret. The Caf’Conc’ Célébrités series brings francophone artists into the venue, while the wider programme includes performers from different parts of Montreal’s entertainment scene.

Where is Caf’Conc’?

The venue is at 1050 De la Gauchetière Street West, inside the Château Champlain in downtown Montreal, near Bonaventure. The current cabaret programme is scheduled to run through December 18, 2026.

Is it worth adding to a Montreal itinerary?

For visitors looking for an evening experience beyond the city’s larger concert halls, Caf’Conc’ offers a more intimate option in a central location. The mix of performances also makes it different from a conventional theatre or concert programme.

Check the programme before you go

Show dates and performers vary, so visitors should check the current programme before planning an evening around Caf’Conc’. Tourisme Montréal lists the current dates and venue information, while the official programme provides the latest details.

Source: Tourisme Montréal. Programme and dates may change.