Montreal

Osheaga: where music, fashion and art meet

From concerts to works of art, here is what it is like to be at Osheaga.

A day in the life of an Osheaga attendee means tunes, crowds and long lines

(Kalina Laframboise/CBC)

The Osheaga Music and Arts Festival is one of a kind.

Every year, thousands of tourists and Montrealers flock to Parc Jean-Drapeau for three days of endless music.

From rock to indie to electronica, there is a little something for everyone.

Here is what it is like to be at one of Montreal's quintessential summer festivals for one day.

Photos by Kalina Laframboise


At this year's edition, there were people in all kinds of fashion.

Braids and flowers are always a huge hit. 

Some came for big acts like Lana Del Rey and Radiohead.

Others came just to experience Osheaga

There are art installations in the shade.

Where artists worked.

And some took selfies.

Some attendees showed off their best jean shorts.

Others danced all afternoon.

Many went from one act to another.

Dozens waited in long lines for the bathrooms.

The humidity also meant lots of ice cream and lemonade.

And sunscreen and water are a must.

Some needed to charge their phones.

Others took a break from the sun.

Most importantly, everyone enjoyed the tunes.

(Kalina Laframboise/CBC)