Active Summer
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Active Summer 2026
Free summer sports programming for youth in Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. Show up and play!
Our programs
4 programs, 6 locations, all summer long
01
Sports Animations
Nelson Mandela Park
PeriodJune 30 to August 21, 2026
ScheduleTuesday to Friday, 4:45 PM to 8:45 PM
ActivitiesSoccer, basketball, volleyball, badminton and more
02
Indoor Basketball
Bill Durnan Arena
PeriodMay 19 to August 14, 2026
ScheduleTuesday to Saturday, various times
FormatsOpen gym, training, 3-on-3, tournaments
03
Skatepark
Benny Park
PeriodJune 29 to September 12, 2026
ScheduleMonday to Saturday, 12 PM to 7 PM
ActivitiesSkateboarding, scooter, BMX — all levels
04
Sports Caravan
3 locations — CDN–NDG
PeriodJune 29 to September 26, 2026
ScheduleTuesday to Friday, 5 PM to 8 PM + 1 Saturday/month
Tue + Thu Place Darlington
Wednesday Espace Paré
Friday Coffee Park
No registration required
Show up and play — it’s free, all summer long.
4
Programs
6
Locations
6–25
Ages
Where to find us
Our 6 activity locations
Nelson Mandela Park
4920 Vézina Street, Montréal (QC) H3W 1C1
Multi-sport animations
Tuesday to Friday, 4:45–8:45 PM
Bill Durnan Arena
4988 Vézina Street, Montréal (QC) H3W 1C1
Indoor basketball
Tuesday to Saturday, various times
Skatepark — Benny Park
6445 Monkland Avenue, Montréal (QC) H4B 1H2
Skateboard, scooter, BMX
Monday to Saturday, 12–7 PM
Place Darlington
Place de Darlington, Montréal (QC) H3S 1M8
Sports Caravan
Tuesday & Thursday, 5–8 PM
Espace Paré
5111 Paré Street, Montréal (QC) H4P 1P4
Sports Caravan
Wednesday, 5–8 PM
Coffee Park
7330 Coffee Street, Montréal (QC) H4B 1K1
Sports Caravan
Friday, 5–8 PM
CDN–NDG Borough
POP HOP — Free Youth Activities
In addition to our programs, the borough of Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce offers a free summer lineup for youth ages 6 to 25 across multiple neighbourhood parks. DJ sets, sports tournaments, skateboard lessons, live music and more!
DJ Set Summer Vibes
Fridays, 5–7 PM
Martin Luther King Park
Martin Luther King Park
Basketball at BBB
Thursdays, 4–5 PM
Confederation Park
Confederation Park
Street Games
Saturday, July 18
Martin Luther King Park
Martin Luther King Park
Skateboard Lessons
Saturdays July 18 & 25
Martin Luther King Park
Martin Luther King Park
Naïma Frank Concert
Tuesday Aug. 25, 7 PM
Martin Luther King Park
Martin Luther King Park
Multisport Animation
Tue.–Fri., 5–9 PM
Nelson Mandela Park
Nelson Mandela Park
CDN–NDG Borough programming — Summer 2026
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know
Do I need to register?
No. All our programs are drop-in. Simply show up at the location of your choice during the scheduled hours and participate.
Is it really free?
Yes, our entire summer programming is offered at no cost thanks to the support of our financial partners.
Does my child need to bring equipment?
At the Benny Park skatepark, free equipment loans are available (board, helmet, pads). For other programs, bring athletic clothing, closed-toe shoes and a water bottle. Balls and sports equipment are provided on site.
What ages can participate?
Ages vary by program: 6–17 for the Sports Caravan, 8–17 for sports animations and the skatepark, and 12–25 for indoor basketball.
Is there supervision on site?
Yes. Qualified Loisirs Sportifs CDN–NDG facilitators are present at every location to lead activities and ensure participant safety.
Are activities cancelled in case of rain?
Outdoor activities may be cancelled or modified in extreme weather conditions. Basketball at Bill Durnan Arena takes place indoors, rain or shine. If in doubt, contact us before heading out.
Our partners
Acknowledgements
This summer programming is made possible through the financial support of our valued partners. We sincerely thank Sport et Loisir de l’île de Montréal, the Government of Québec, the City of Montréal and the Borough of Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce for their commitment to providing youth in our community with access to sports and recreation.
Contact us
Loisirs Sportifs Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
4880 Van Horne Avenue, Montréal (QC) H3W 1J3
Phone: (514) 342-9988
Email: projets@lscdndg.org
Website: www.lscdndg.org