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OSHEAGA Music and Arts FestivalSummer in Montreal means festival season and two of the biggest events are just around the corner. Osheaga returns to Parc Jean-Drapeau for its 19th edition, followed by Île Soniq, which has grown into one of the biggest electronic music festivals in North America. Global News Morning host Laura Casella finds out more with Evelyne...Global News Morning MontrealJul 13
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Marking a busy summer at Parc Jean-DrapeauParc Jean-Drapeau has been the site of several major events and festivals this summer, including The Wknd, Osheaga, Lasso, and more. Société du Parc Jean-Drapeau’s executive director Véronique Doucet joins Global News Morning’s host Laura Casella to reflect on the busy season, and what is coming up.Global News Morning MontrealAug 20, 2025
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Osheaga: One of Montreal’s biggest music festivals is about to get underwayThe 18th edition of Osheaga returns to Montreal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau this weekend. The festival brings thousands to Montreal every year and is a boom to the local economy. As Elizabeth Zogalis reports, festival goers can expect an eclectic lineup, fun attractions, and great weather.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Jul 31, 2025
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Global News at 5:30 Montreal: July 31Newly-installed bike paths in Montreal’s Chabanel garment district have many business owners seeing red, and Osheaga to get underway with musical acts from around the world.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Jul 31, 2025
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Osheaga Music Festival Kicks Off August 1stThe country’s biggest weekend music festival, Osheaga, kicks off in less than a month. In the lead-up to the much-anticipated 18th edition, Osheaga founder Nick Farkas joins Global News Morning’s host Laura Casella with the lowdown of what to expect.Global News Morning MontrealJul 4, 2025
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Community Shout Out: Canadian Alt-Pop Artist Emi Jeen to Perform at Osheaga, New Single Out NowEmi Jeen new single “I’m (Not) Good”| upcoming Osheaga Festival performance Sunday Aug 3May 9, 2025
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Festival season style guide for all agesFestival season is here, and it’s not just the music that’s making noise! Fashion expert Lisa Kisber shares concert-ready looks for every age—from sparkly styles for the youngest fans to chic polka dots for the 50+ crowd. Whether you’re heading to Coachella, Boots and Hearts, or Osheaga, get ready to turn heads like a headliner.The Morning ShowApr 9, 2025
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The Beaches: ‘Everything Has Led Us to This Moment’In an At Night interview, Jordan and Eliza of The Beaches discussed their journey, the success of ‘Takes One to Know One’ on U.S. pop radio, and their growing fanbase. They’re set to perform at Coachella, Governors Ball, and Osheaga, solidifying their rise in the alt-rock scene.EntertainmentMar 21, 2025
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Summer festival style trendsWhile music festivals are mostly about the music, they are also a fashion celebration. As Osheaga weekend approaches, style expert Claude Laframboise joins Global’s Andrea Howick to talk festival style trends.Global News Morning MontrealJul 30, 2019
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Montreal’s own ‘The Brooks’ perform at OsheagaMontreal’s own ‘The Brooks’ take the stage at this year’s Osheaga festival! Lead singer Alan Prater and bandmate Phil Lox talk to Global’s Laura Casella about their upcoming Quebec tour, and what it means for the band to be invited to play for one of the city’s biggest music festivals.Global News Morning MontrealAug 3, 2018
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Keeping cool at OsheagaIt’s a scorcher of a weekend in Montreal, but the heat isn’t scaring festivalgoers away from Montreal’s Osheaga music extravaganza at Parc Jean-Drapeau. As Global’s Dan Spector reports, orgnizers are taking extra measures to help fans beat the heat.Global News at 6 MontrealAug 4, 2018
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SITC: Osheaga Day 1 with stars and friendsSat, Aug 1: Entertainment reporter Jay Walker heads off to Osheaga as the festival gets ready for three days of music fun.EntertainmentAug 1, 2015
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Osheaga 2017 festivities startGlobal’s Phil Carpenter heads to Osheaga to find out what’s new, what’s cool and what there is to do during the three-day music festival.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Aug 4, 2017
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YUL eatWed, Jul 27: Chuck Hughes and Danny Smiles are hosting a pop-up kitchen for YUL Eats at Osheaga, a culinary event that highlights local gastronomical talent and brings together leading restaurateurs.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Jul 27, 2016
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Drugged at Osheaga? Montreal woman calls for changeWed, Sep 28: A Montreal woman who claims she was given a date rape drug at Osheaga earlier this summer is calling on change and action from Evenko and the City of Montreal. Global’s Felicia Parrillo reports.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Sep 28, 2016
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Weekend EntertainmentOsheaga is back! After last year’s music festival was cancelled because of the pandemic, a smaller intimate festival is planned for this weekend. Entertainment columnist Jay Walker joins Global’s Laura Casella with all the details about this year’s performers.Global News Morning MontrealOct 1, 2021
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Osheaga music festival returnsMontreal’s Osheaga music festival returned this weekend, back to its original annual weekend after it was cancelled in 2020 and hosted in the early autumn in 2021. As Global’s Dan’s Spector reports, thousands of Montrealers and tourists flocked to the event on day two of the three-day festival weekend.CanadaJul 31, 2022
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James Bay talks ‘Electric Light’Singer-songwriter James Bay joins Global’s Laura Casella to talk about his ‘Electric Light’ album and on the bill at Osheaga 2018.Global News Morning MontrealApr 11, 2018
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Weekend Entertainment with Jay WalkerEntertainment columnist Jay Walker breaks down all the weekend activities in-and-around Montreal, including ‘La Grande Poutine Festival’, Hudson’s Sidewalk Sale and of course, Osheaga!Global News Morning MontrealAug 3, 2018
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Osheaga 2017 fashionFestival fashion stylist Claude-Alicia Guérin Roy joins Global’s Laura Casella with her top five festival essentials for Osheaga.Global News Morning MontrealAug 1, 2017