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Olympic Summer: Stories from Beyond the Podium
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Montreal 1976 Olympic Games, McGill Rare Books and Special Collections is diving deep into its collections to unearth some of the lesser-known tales surrounding the city’s Olympic summer. Long remembered for Nadia Comăneci’s perfect 10s and a costly and controversial stadium project, McGill’s exhibition sheds light on other…
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The OSM at the Olympic Park Esplanade
Relive the highlights of the Olympic Stadium with the OSM’s free concert, conducted by Rafael Payare. The Orchestra will perform Marche des athletes No. 1—written for the 1976 Olympic Games by Montreal composer Victor Vogel—along with Magie rose, featuring the iconic Diane Dufresne; Verdi’s triumphant Aida march; Beethoven’s Ode to Joy; and a medley spanning Pink…
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Outdoor Exhibits
As part of the 50th anniversary of the Montréal 1976 Olympic Games, Parc Jean-Drapeau features two outdoor exhibits that invite visitors to explore the history of the Games and the legacy they left on the site. These temporary installations showcase some of the Parc’s iconic locations through historical content, photographs and archival documents. The first…
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Espace 50e — Exhibition and Commemoration Area
Over the next few months, the Olympic Stadium Rotunda will transform into Espace 50e! Located just steps from Pie-IX Metro station at 4545 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue, Espace 50e invites you to relive key moments from Montreal’s Olympic journey—from the initial bid to construction of the facilities, athlete achievements, and more—in a free, open-access exhibit. There’s…
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Photo Exhibits: Regard vers l’avenir and Un regard sur 50 ans d’histoire, signé Bernard Brault
Discover two new open-air photo exhibits on panels along Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue, between Bennet and Letourneaux. One side features winning photos from the Regard vers l’avenir contest, put on by the Société de promotion de la photographie du Québec. The other is a selection of historic images of the Olympic Park, taken by Bernard Brault—who…
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The Great Nadia Gathering! Contest
Calling everyone named Nadia born between 1976 and 1978! How would you like to meet Nadia Comăneci and attend the 50th anniversary Grand show in the VIP zone? In 1976, Nadia Comăneci made history by becoming the first ever gymnast to score a perfect 10. It was a defining moment that inspired an entire generation—prompting…
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L’héritage du Stade et des Jeux olympiques de Montréal 1976 : 50 ans de mémoires populaires à rassembler
The conference, which will be held on May 28-29, 2026 at the Centre des mémoires montréalaises (MEM), will offer an interdisciplinary and intersectoral conversation surrounding the heritage of Olympic Stadium and the 1976 Olympic Games in Montréal. The event will bring together 100 people from the academic, sports and media fields, and the general public.…
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Vélos citoyen : Montréal en boîte
In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the Olympic Games in Montréal, the Vélos citoyens du MEM will be setting up near the city’s Olympic and sports facilities this summer to offer an original and participatory activity: Montréal in a box – Sports and Olympic Games special. Starting with a selection of items in the…
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Montréal 1976 : l’histoire des Jeux olympiques en pièces
Montréal 1976: The Olympic Games history in coin pieces In the summer of 2026, the Bank of Canada Museum invites the public to again be immersed in the exuberance, pride and electrifying energy of one of the greatest public events in Canada’s history: the 1976 Olympics in Montréal. This exhibition offers the opportunity to discover…
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Spécial 70’s
For a moment, participants will take a trip back through music, images, clothing, special effects, archives, collective memories, and more from the unforgettable 70s ! The promotion of peace and “living together” will be ever-present. People who will not be skating will also be able to fully experience this return to the 70s, thanks…