Igloofest 2027 in Montreal: Dates, Tips and a Walk-in Tattoo Nearby

Igloofest 2027 takes place from January 14 to February 6, 2027, at the Jacques-Cartier Pier in Montreal’s Old Port, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights over four weekends. It’s Montreal’s outdoor electronic music festival, in the middle of winter, and it’s 18+. Here are the dates, how to prepare for a night by the frozen river, and how to fit a walk-in tattoo into your Igloofest weekend.

Igloofest 2027 at a glance

Dates	January 14 to February 6, 2027
Nights	Thursday, Friday and Saturday, four weekends in a row
Where	Jacques-Cartier Pier, Old Port of Montreal
Age	18+
Format	Outdoor electronic music festival, evenings until midnight
Tickets	Required; buy in advance on the official Igloofest website

Lineups, opening times and ticket prices are published by the organizers. Check igloofest.ca before you go.

What to wear to Igloofest

It’s an outdoor festival by the St. Lawrence in January, so dress for real cold:

• Layers: a thermal base layer, a warm mid-layer and a windproof outer layer. You’ll warm up dancing and cool down fast when you stop.
• Warm boots: insulated and waterproof, with good grip for snow and ice.
• Hat, gloves and neck warmer: the wind off the river is the coldest part of the night.
• Hand and foot warmers: small, cheap and worth it.
• A small bag only: check the festival’s rules for what you can bring in.

Getting to Igloofest

• Metro: Champ-de-Mars station is the closest; Place-d’Armes is also within walking distance.
• On foot: the Jacques-Cartier Pier is at the foot of Place Jacques-Cartier, along de la Commune Street.
• Plan your ride home: the night ends late, and the Old Port gets busy when the gates close.

Before the party: a walk-in tattoo in the Old Port

Oly Anger Tattoo is at 9 de la Commune St. West, a short walk west of the Jacques-Cartier Pier along de la Commune Street. Making a weekend of it? Come by earlier in the day for a small tattoo or a flash piece: we welcome walk-ins every day, subject to artist availability, first come, first served. Our opening hours are on the homepage.

For a bigger or custom piece, book a consultation and plan it around your Igloofest dates.

Can you go to Igloofest with a fresh tattoo?

You can, but plan it well. A fresh tattoo is an open wound for the first few days, so:

• Don’t drink before your session. Alcohol thins the blood and makes tattooing harder. Get tattooed first, sober, and celebrate later.
• Keep it covered and clean at the festival, especially from crowds and spilled drinks.
• Avoid friction: tight layers and heavy coats rubbing on a fresh tattoo can irritate it. A placement that isn’t squeezed by your winter gear is easier.
• Ideal timing: get tattooed a few days before your Igloofest night, or the day after, so the first, most sensitive phase of healing isn’t spent in a crowd.
• Follow your aftercare: everything is in our tattoo aftercare guide.

FAQ: Igloofest 2027

When is Igloofest 2027?

From January 14 to February 6, 2027, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

Where is Igloofest held?

At the Jacques-Cartier Pier, in the Old Port of Montreal.

Is Igloofest 18+?

Yes, Igloofest is an 18+ event. Bring valid ID.

What should I wear to Igloofest?

Layers, a windproof jacket, insulated waterproof boots, a hat, gloves and a neck warmer. Hand warmers help a lot.

Is there a tattoo shop near Igloofest?

Yes. Oly Anger Tattoo is a short walk from the Jacques-Cartier Pier, at 9 de la Commune Street West, and welcomes walk-ins every day, subject to availability.

More in the Old Port this winter

The Artisan Market, holiday activities and New Year’s Eve: see all the dates in our guide to Old Port winter events, and our walk-in tattoo guide.