Top 5 Montreal Vernissages This Week 🎨

Looking for the best art openings in Montreal this week? Our Top 5 Montreal Vernissages guide highlights the city’s most exciting exhibitions, featuring emerging talents and established artists alike. These curated openings combine creativity, inspiration, and festive energy perfect for art lovers, collectors, and curious visitors.

1️⃣ Six Steps & The Show Must Go On, Do Phan Hoi & Yang Shi

📍 Salle de Diffusion Parc-Extension, 421 Rue St-Roch, Montréal
⏰ Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

If you’re drawn to Montreal’s photography and street dance scene, this exhibition is a must-see. Do Phan Hoi, a multidisciplinary self-taught artist, captures Quebec’s dynamic street dance in striking black-and-white portraits for Six Steps. At the same time, Yang Shi presents The Show Must Go On, a photographic exploration of individuals confronting fear, blending fashion, design, and editorial perspectives. Curated by Claudia Chank Tak, trained in visual arts and contemporary dance, the exhibition immerses visitors in movement, light, and emotion. A Street Dance Battle by Studio Urban-Element Zone will follow the opening, adding extra energy to the event.

2️⃣ Master’s Cohort Exhibition, No Wall Will Be Built

📍 CDEX, 405 Rue Ste-Catherine Est, Local J-R930
⏰ Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

For those seeking emerging Montreal talent, the Master’s Cohort Exhibition is a lively gathering of promising artists. Guided by renowned artist and professor Julie Trudel, the show features works by Samuel Alie, Giliane April, Mathieu Bouchard, Lilou Crosson, Yassin De Hullessen, and more. The exhibition offers a vibrant mix of creativity and discovery, giving art lovers the chance to connect with the next generation of Montreal’s visual artists. The second opening will take place on December 10 with another group of talented students.

3️⃣ Reyasa, ARICO (Ariane Côté)

📍 1001 Boul. Robert-Bourassa, Montréal
⏰ Thursday, December 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Step into a dreamlike, immersive art experience at Reyasa. Artist ARICO presents paintings, sculptures, and installations inspired by nocturnal visions and meditative states. Her work explores the sacred nature of our planet and cosmic connections between earth and sky. Visitors will find a reflective, serene environment, perfect for contemplation and a deeper engagement with contemporary art. A welcoming and friendly atmosphere makes this exhibition an inspiring stop for art enthusiasts.

4️⃣ Faire Impression, Atelier Circulaire

📍 Pôle de Gaspé, 5445 Avenue de Gaspé, Suite 105, Montréal
⏰ Friday, December 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
⏰ Saturday, December 6, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Celebrate Montreal’s print arts community at Atelier Circulaire’s annual exhibition and sale. This event showcases the originality and creativity of 60 member artists, with live music, a buffet, a bar, and demonstration sessions. Visitors can purchase affordable, original artworks for the holidays while enjoying a lively and interactive atmosphere. Both the Friday vernissage and Saturday brunch offer festive opportunities to connect with local artists and support Montreal’s vibrant arts scene.

5️⃣ Holiday Gathering, Galerie Noël Guyomarc’h

📍 4836 Boul. Saint-Laurent, Montréal
⏰ Sunday, December 7, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Kick off the holiday season in Montreal’s Mile End with this festive gallery gathering. Galerie Noël Guyomarc’h specializes in bold contemporary jewelry, offering a creative and inspiring shopping experience. Visitors can explore unique gifts while enjoying a cheerful, immersive environment. This gathering combines the joy of the holidays with a celebration of contemporary art, making it a perfect destination for collectors and design enthusiasts.

For more information on Montreal visual arts events and radio shows featuring local artists, check out:

• Magazine In Situ Facebook

• Radio Centre-Ville

• Magazine In Situ

Magazine Radio In Situ, on air since 2010, is one of the few shows fully dedicated to Montreal visual arts and related disciplines, supporting local talent and fostering curiosity in the wider arts community.

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