On June 24th is F te National , Quebec s national holiday and includes a big parade. At the end of June and the beginning of July is the world renowned Montr al Jazz Festival . Many of the concerts are free and are held at various venues throughout the city. This is a big attraction so it is advisable to book accommodations early. This is a bilingual event with more than 200 performers and half a million attendees.
Some acts are free and for others an admission is charged.
In early fall there is the Montr al World Film Festival , held at several theatres around town. Enjoy thick slices of this meat between fresh rye bread with a generous dab of mustard and a pickle on the side and you have the perfect sandwich. There are numerous delis serving this splendid delicacy throughout Montr al, but among the more popular are The Main, Schwartz s and Smoke Meat Pete. It is a matter of local debate as to which of these serves the best sandwich. Gray Line Vacations 255 East First Ave.