TOUR LA NUIT
Practical information
30 May 2025
You’ll find all the information you need to take part in the Tour la Nuit on this page, which will be updated right up to the day of the event.
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Date: May 30, 2025
Starting point: Boulevard Rosemont (Parc Maisonneuve)
Meeting point and schedule
On Friday, May 30, let’s take to the streets of a car-free city to host the most beautiful parade of cyclists and experience a dream evening to the rhythm of cycling. A great way to celebrate the arrival of summer!
The party starts before the start and lasts until midnight!
You’re invited to Parc Maisonneuve (on the Sherbrooke Street side) from 6 p.m., where you’ll find street food trucks, a festive atmosphere on our terrace and a ton of entertainment to keep you entertained before you set off on your bike.
Your departure
Come to the starting line at the intersection of Rosemont and Pie-IX boulevards on Friday, May 30, 2025, at the time you chose when you registered.
Departure will be from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. When you register, you will be given a choice of two starting times: 7:30 pm – 8:15 pm / 8:15 pm – 9:00 pm.
It’s important to respect the time you choose when you register. Please refer to your transaction confirmation or customer account.
If you wish to ride with participants whose departure time and place differ from yours, visit your customer account to adjust your choice in the “Events” section.
Tour la Nuit route
A 21 km route through car-free streets.
Be visible at night
According to the Road Safety Code, a bicycle must have the following reflectors: white (on the front), red (on the rear and on the rear wheel) and yellow (on the front wheel and on the pedals). At night, it must also have an active lighting system (white headlight at the front and red light at the back).
A gift of light at the Tour la Nuit: To help you shine under the stars, LE LAIT and DESJARDINS are giving you a flashing light at your departure!
Access and parking
By public transport
The Société de Transport de Montréal (STM) will give Tour la Nuit cyclists access to the metro throughout the network to get to the start of the event. Each train can accommodate up to 2 bikes per car, except in the first car, which should be avoided. Tandems, tricycles and trailers are not allowed.
STM staff will be on hand at stations to guide you, and train frequency will be increased for the occasion.
Important: in the event of an emergency evacuation, bicycles must remain inside the carriages to ensure the safety of all passengers.
By bike or by car
- Parc Maisonneuve – Map to the start (coming soon)
Discover the different streets to take to get to the Tour la Nuit start, as well as the parking options closest to the site.
Your bib
Don’t forget your bib. It’s your visiting card to access the various services.
This year, the bib is changing! You’ll receive a rectangular bib with pins to attach it to your shirt on the day of the event.
In case of rain, we invite you to attach your bib to the handlebars of your bike using tie-wrap fasteners.
The number on the bib is not linked to your registration, but will be used to collect your photo from Le lait Photo Zone after the event.
-> When you pass through the photo-taking area, make sure the number is visible.
-> After the event, we’ll send you an e-mail to get your photo.
-> Remember your number to help you find what your photo!
Tons of entertainment for your Tour la Nuit!
A single departure
Departure is scheduled for 8 p.m. and will last until 9:00 p.m.
You’re invited to Parc Maisonneuve from 6 p.m. for a festive start to the evening before hitting the road! Street food trucks, a terrace and a Le Lait fun zone with giant games await you. Enjoy a beer from Siboire Microbrasserie or free snacks from the IGA street food truck.
The festive atmosphere will be provided by Calcium, Le Lait’s official mascot, and Julie Ringuette, the official spokesperson for the Festival Go vélo Montréal! Our host Benoit Cossette will also be warming up the crowd.
Don’t forget to pick up your bike light, courtesy of Lait and Desjardins!
Don’t hesitate to contact the Sports Experts team for any mechanical problems you may have throughout the event.
At the start site, you’ll also find basic services: first aid, mechanical assistance, toilets, INFO booth and registration.
An animated course!
All along the route, enjoy a colorful experience thanks to a host of activities!
Desjardins has some great surprises in store to liven up your journey, and don’t forget to smile as you pass through Le lait Photo Zone – a bright souvenir awaits you!
Keep your eyes peeled: MAPP_MTL will light up your route with its spectacular artistic projections, and the Mixbus, a veritable mobile stage, will set the mood with its upbeat rhythms!
Support from start to finish
A mechanical glitch or a need for first aid? You’re in good hands!
An exhilarating finish line
At the finish line, celebrate the end of your Tour la Nuit with musical encouragement from Desjardins and the traditional Lait!
Our Parc Maisonneuve finish site promises a wicked party that leaves plenty of room for the big bike party! On the menu, an entertaining program with a musical ambiance and the presence of Shake la Catin, who will blow your mind! A Milk fun zone with giant games will be available to entertain the whole family!
To celebrate this first feat of summer, come and lounge on our spacious terrace, where you’ll be able to eat and drink from a variety of street trucks and Siboire microbreweries. The IGA street truck will also be on hand to hand out free snacks! Come and meet the Lufa Farms team.
Tips and tricks for a smooth ride
Before you leave, here are a few tips and a checklist of things to bring on Tour la Nuit night.
A bike in good condition
Before leaving, make sure your bike is in good condition: tires well inflated; components well adjusted and well oiled (brakes, chain, derailleur, etc.); accessories well attached to the bike (luggage rack, basket, bottle cage, pump, etc.)
Comfortable clothing
Bring rain gear and a windbreaker. Put everything in a waterproof plastic bag, to be slipped into a bicycle bag, basket or bag that is securely attached to the luggage rack. Avoid backpacks. Even though summer’s at our door, evenings in May can become surprisingly cold. Make sure to pack an extra piece of warm clothing for your upper body if the weather forecast projects a drop in temperature during the Tour la Nuit.
Checklist
Don’t forget: your bib; some snacks; a raincoat; identification; your water bottle. Thank you for helping us ride in an environmentally responsible manner.
No bike? No problem! Ride with BIXI on Tour la Nuit!
Take advantage of an exclusive BIXI offer for Tour la Nuit and Tour de l’Île de Montréal participants!
To take advantage of this offer :
- Go to the BIXI app, or to a BIXI kiosk, and select the “Tour la Nuit et de l’Île 2025” package for $10.
- You’ll then have one hour (60 minutes) to unlock a bike at the BIXI station of your choice.
- The package gives you access to a regular BIXI for 4 hours. The pass does NOT entitle you to rent an electric BIXI.
- Available on Friday, May 30 from 7:00 p.m.
*Tour la Nuit registration not included, see conditions on the BIXI website.
Tips on the road and services provided
Riding among many cyclists during the Tour la Nuit requires a minimum of caution. Traffic generally flows smoothly, but slowdowns can occur. Ride at your own pace and watch for imperfections in the road. In the event that volunteers ask you to yield to pedestrians wishing to cross the street, or to an emergency vehicle, please be courteous.
Signal your intentions
Using your arm or voice, signal your intention to stop, turn or pass (always from the left). If you want to stop, avoid sudden stops. Clear the way and pull over to the side of the road.
Protect your head
Wearing a helmet is recommended. A well-fitting helmet does not slip on the forehead or neck; the front and rear straps meet and the chin strap is not too tight.
If you ride under the rain
Brake efficiency will decrease under the rain. Ride slower and allow more distance to stop. If it rains heavily, it’s best to take cover and wait.
If you ride with a child
Is the child in a seat or trailer? Securely fasten the straps and protect the child’s head with a helmet. Stop at serviced access points to stretch their legs. Bring a raincoat and don’t leave anything in their hands (bottles, toys, etc.).
Does the child have their own bike? If they are under 14, they must be accompanied by an adult. Make sure they have identification, a snack and the phone number of a parent or friend (on the inside of their bib). Indicate the Infobike booth as a meeting point at the serviced access points.
Frequently asked questions
Consult this page to find all the answers to your questions about the Go Bike Montreal Festival events. We look forward to riding with you!
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