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Celebrating Queer Art in Montreal’s Gay Village
From late February through mid-March 2026, Montreal’s Gay Village will transform into a vibrant outdoor art gallery known as Galerie des glaces. This exciting event will feature innovative installations and video projections spotlighting the rich creativity of local queer artists. The event will enliven the windows of Espace + Village — a forthcoming LGBTQIA2S+ community and cultural hub — and Priape, infusing a fresh artistic pulse into Sainte-Catherine Street East, even in the heart of winter.
This exhibition is a proud component of current LGBT events and queer activities, striving to amplify the visibility of these communities worldwide.
Embark on a Free Artistic Exploration
This remarkable journey is open to everyone free of charge, allowing the public to immerse themselves in artwork directly from the street. As dusk falls, the path comes alive with dynamic video projections, accompanied by sculptures, photographs, print projects, and live performances.
Visitors are invited to embrace the wintry weather and discover a wide spectrum of creative expressions from Montreal’s talented queer artists, spanning various generations.
A Collaborative Effort with Daniel Barrow and Jon Davies
The project is spearheaded by artist Daniel Barrow, celebrated for his excellence in drawing, animation, and performance, and deeply rooted as a long-standing resident of the Village. Barrow is collaborating with curator, author, and scholar Jon Davies to craft a series of transient “pop-up” art experiences.
Their mission is to transcend conventional institutional boundaries, embedding art in urban spaces and everyday life, fostering a direct connection with those who pass by.
Transforming Storefronts into Cultural Venues
The initiative’s central aim is to reimagine commercial storefronts as dynamic cultural platforms. In the face of rising homophobia and transphobia, Galerie des glaces seeks to cultivate a novel form of public engagement with the art of 2SLGBTQIA+ creators.
The event pays tribute to the history, diversity, resilience, and creativity of Montreal’s queer communities. This aligns with ongoing discussions in our LGBT news and contemporary community issues segment.
An Array of Featured Artists
The exhibition showcases artists like Glenn Gear, Francisco González-Rosas, Nelson Henricks, Philippe Internoscia, lamathilde, Dayna McLeod, Johnny Forever Nawracaj, Aaron Pollard, Jo Reid Sévigny, Santiago Tamayo Soler, and Antoine Vogler.
Also participating is the collective Pompom Palace Presents — Bernadette Houde and Amy Fung — as well as Jenny Lin and Eloisa Aquino of B&D Press, alongside Jamie Ross and Esther Splett. Daniel Barrow and Walter Scott are responsible for designing the event’s official posters.
Key Dates for Video Projections
The video projections will illuminate the streets on select dates: starting Saturday, February 28, during Nuit Blanche, from 6 PM to 11 PM, and continuing on Friday and Saturday, March 6 and 7 between the same times, with final projections on March 13 and 14 from 7 PM to 11 PM.
Moreover, several pieces of art will be available for daytime viewing, with some installations accessible 24/7 throughout the exhibition period.
Reclaiming Public Spaces Through Art
Through its use of public spaces, Galerie des glaces underscores the cohesive power of art as an instrument for dialogue and unity. Beyond a cultural event, the exhibition is an open invitation to affirm and celebrate the queer presence in urban landscapes, while actively promoting local artistic endeavors.
Locations: Storefronts at Espace + Village (929-933, Sainte-Catherine Street East) and Priape (1311, Sainte-Catherine Street East)
Information: galeriedesglaces.ca
Instagram: @galeriedesglaces_mtl
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