In this event, we will watch the Moon rise above the horizon from atop Mount Royal.
We meet at the Tam Tams Statue across from Jeanne-Mance Park. There, we'll learn a bit about the rotation of the Earth and phases of the Moon. Why is there a Full Moon tonight?
After, we will begin walking up the mountain and arrive at the Belvedere Kondiaronk just before the Moon rises.
Cost
$12 / person, payable with credit or debit on-site. Must register in advance.
Spots available: SOLD OUT
Important Times
- 8:10 PM: Meet at George-Étienne Cartier Monument (Tam Tams statue)
- 8:20 PM: Leave the statue
- 8:55 PM: Arrive at Chalet du Mont Royal
- 9:11 PM: The Moon rises
What to Expect
During a Full Moon, as the Sun sets, the Moon rises. And from atop Mont-Royal, we'll be there to watch it climb above the horizon.
When the Moon is low on the horizon, it'll have a reddish-orange colour and appear larger than usual. It's not actually larger... it's just a trick of human visual perception.
For most first-timers, they are surprised by the view. If the sky is clear, it won't disappoint. We'll have the telescope with us too, so you can take a look and snap some pretty photos.
We will meet at the George-Étienne Cartier Monument (Tam Tams) and then walk up the mountain before the Moon rises. Accessibility info at the bottom.
Weather Rules
- If it's absolutely pouring out, we're NO GO.
- If it's super cloudy, with no hope for a view, we're NO GO.
- If it's a little cloudy, but we can see a good chunk of the sky, we are GO!
- If there's no clouds at all, we are GO!
Accessibility Information
I would recommend if you have trouble walking up the mountain to meet us up at the top, as it can be physically taxing for some.
There are several bus routes that will take you up the mountain and will leave you with a much easier 10-minute walk to the chalet:
From Mont-Royal: Bus #11, get off at the Remembrance / Chemin du Chalet stop
From Concordia/Area: Bus #165 or Bus #166 to Côte-des-Neiges / Forest Hill, transfer to Bus #11, get off at the Remembrance / Chemin du Chalet stop
If you need help finding a bus route, don’t hesitate to comment or send a personal message and I will help you out.
Moonrise
Join us each month to watch the Full Moon rise over the horizon.
We'll look out over the city of Montreal and then be treated to a stunningly large, reddish-orange Moon as it makes its appearance.
No "Supermoon" required.
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