Full throttle on F1 parties
Formula 1 parties in Montreal are normally very festive.
Montreal will vibrate to the rhythm of engine sounds and the “pops” of champagne bottles during the Grand Prix du Canada weekend, June 17-19. Here are the celebrations surrounding F1 not to be missed in the metropolis.
Red Carpet Gala at Richmond
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It has become a classic of the F1 weekend: the cream of Montreal meets at the chic restaurant in Griffintown to feast all evening. Red carpet, seafood station, bites of all kinds, and open bar. It promises to be festive! This year, the establishment partnered with Mercedes-Benz to enhance its VIP experience. Surprises and distinguished guests are promised.
When: June 18, from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where: Restaurant Richmond – 333 Richmond Street
Price: $530, taxes and tips included
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MAXIM Grand Prix Party
Want a good dose of glamor< /em>? It will be necessary to go for a ride to the prestigious MAXIM party, whose internationally renowned events are attended by the big stars. This is also the first time that MAXIM, the American men's magazine, is hosting an evening in Canada. On the program: red carpet, playground including racing experiences, and performances by T-Pain, Wyclef Jean, Frank Walker and Kim Lee (the DJ of Bling Empire on Netflix) who promise to keep the revelers up until the early hours.
An outdoor area with bodies of water has also been set up for those who want a “boom boom” break. Different types of so-called “premium” experiences are also offered, including a “large indoor raised VIP lounge” for 30 people with security guard for the modest sum of… $40,000!
When: June 18, 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.
< strong>Where: Windsor Station Montreal – 1100, avenue des Canadiens-de-Montréal
Price: starting at $275 per person
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Playa Patrón
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Fancy an express tour of Tulum (without becoming the laughingstock of the Web)? Head to the pop-up beach club set up by Tequila Patrón at Peel Basin. This will be an opportunity to taste the culinary creations of the former executive chef of NÜ Tulum, Cesar Castañeda, a tropical cocktail in hand, with a warm atmosphere. Sun, no sun, the temperature will soar in these unique facilities.
When: June 16 to 19
Where: Peel Basin, bottom of Peel Street along the Lachine Canal, between Bonaventure Expressway to the east and Wellington Street to the west
Price: brunch at $125 from noon to 2 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m./Evening at $35 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
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Soubois
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Take advantage of the Grand Prix to rediscover this superclub which has undergone a complete makeover on the occasion of its seventh anniversary. A surreal and tropical new mural by Jeremy Shantz envelops the premises while the central bar has been opened to allow us to stay in the heat of the moment wherever we are. Land and sea – and above all freshness – dominate the new menu. Think seafood towers, tartares of all kinds with just the right amount of crunch, and tomahawks judiciously seasoned and grilled to perfection. The famous DJ David Morales is expected on Thursday June 16, otherwise DJ Spade (Drake's DJ) and Donald Lauture (the official Montreal DJ of the F1 Paddock club) promise to set the mood on Friday.
When: June 16 to 18, between 6 p.m. and 3 a.m.
Where: Soubois – 1106, boul. Maisonneuve Ouest
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Grand Prix Party par Ritz-Carlton
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The Ritz-Carlton of Montreal is celebrating 110 years of prestigious events this year. It is also between the walls of the famous hotel that one of the most luxurious parties of the Grand Prix, if not of the year, will take place. A champagne bar, meal stations designed by the executive chef of the place and musical performances will adorn the Cour des Palmiers, the Salon Ovale and its terrace as well as the lounges and bars on the second floor. It goes without saying that black tie is a must!
When: June 17
Price: $1000 per person, plus tax and service fees
Where: 1228 Sherbrooke Street West
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The Vault
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With Halloween and New Year's Eve, the Grand Prix is undoubtedly the flagship event of this club set up in the basement. floor of one of the oldest skyscrapers in the city. So much so that in addition to the festivities scheduled for June 16, 17 and 18, the cabaret offers an afterparty organized by THE CODE 20, which creates parties around the world by following F1 competitions. Several international DJs are on the program!
When: June 19
Price: $250 per person, plus tax and service charge
Where: The Vault – 360, rue Saint-Jacques VS-201
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BONUS PIT-STOP: The Paddock Peroni
La Maison Peroni, which produces the Italian beer of the same name, offers Montrealers and tourists the opportunity to experience its paddock specially installed on Sainte-Catherine for the Grand Prix. With an Aston Martin F1 car, a menu concocted by the Mano Cornuto restaurant, a mixology station and a Peroni beer bar, the place promises to be the spot to take the aperitivo during the F1 weekend.
When: June 16-19
Where: 1192, Sainte -Catherine Ouest
Price: free access, cash bar
