Festival Bach 2026 is a classical music event devoted to the work of Johann Sebastian Bach, held in Westmount, Montreal, on November 4, 2026. It is an evening built around one composer, which makes it a focused choice for anyone who wants to hear his music in a concert setting rather than on a recording.
What to expect
The festival offers an evening of Bach's timeless music. For listeners who already know his work, it is a chance to hear it performed live. For those newer to classical music, a single-composer program can be an easy and rewarding place to start, since the listening stays with one voice from beginning to end.
The neighbourhood
Westmount is an elegant, tree-lined residential area on the western side of the island of Montreal. Walking its quiet streets before or after a concert makes a pleasant change of pace from the city's busier districts. The area also has easy access to downtown Montreal, so it is simple to combine the evening with a meal, a stroll or another part of the city.
Is it for you?
- Classical music lovers who want an evening devoted to a single great composer.
- Visitors who would like a calm, leafy neighbourhood as the setting for a night out.
- Anyone staying downtown who wants a concert within easy reach of the city centre.
If you plan to attend, check the festival's own listings closer to the date for the details of the program and how to get tickets.