MUTEK 2026

MUTEK Festival 27th Edition

Six evenings of amplified sound and visual experiences

August 25 - 30, 2026

MUTEK, the international festival of digital creativity and electronic music, takes place in the heart of Montréal.

For six days and nights, artists and audiences from every corner of the globe will converge in the Quartier des spectacles for an expanded experience at the intersection of sound, image, and innovation. True to its spirit of bringing people together, the esplanade Tranquille remains the beating heart of the festival, featuring a series of free outdoor performances every evening starting at 5 p.m. This year, the indoor program takes a new step forward by taking over iconic venues: the Society for Arts and Technology [SAT] and MTELUS, as well as the Maison symphonique and, for the first time, Les Grands Ballets’ Studio-Theatre.

Designed to offer a broad, diverse, and contrasting panorama of contemporary electronic music and digital creation, the 27th edition features venues whose technical and sensory characteristics complement the artistic presentations. With its monumental architecture and unique acoustics conducive to attentive listening, the Maison symphonique will host three extraordinary evenings of performances alternating between classical instrumentation and electronic music. As for Les Grands Ballets, the Studio-Theatre will open up a new space for experimentation for the Play series, returning after several years, in an environment conducive to enhanced audio-visual experiences.

With an artistic lineup that remains rich, eclectic, and . multifaceted, the 27th edition is all about amplifcation: an edition that continues to push boundaries, driven by the enthusiasm

and excitement that audiences around the world continue to show. MUTEK reaffirms its status as the must-attend summer event celebrating the diversity and vitality of digital cultures.

A broad view of contemporary sound and visual art

Nearly 120 artists from 28 countries will be featured across 18 programs, the majority of which are Montréal premieres. From live performances and immersive audio-visual works to dance experiences and hybrid creations, the 27th edition showcases a wide range of contemporary practices in electronic music and digital creativity. Structured around five series, the programs other different intensities, aesthetics, and ways of engaging with sound, image, and space.

Nocturne Series | Society for Arts and Technology | August 26–30, starting at 10 p.m. | $40/$45 (+taxes and fees)

The backbone of the Festival, the Nocturne series takes over both the Espace SAT and the Satosphere’s dome, bringing together future revelations and essential pioneers. On the program: groundbreaking works that reinvent contemporary music, enhanced by a state-of-the-art visual environment.

Métropolis Series | MTELUS | August 28 and 29, from 11 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. (Friday) and 6 a.m. (Saturday) | $50 (+taxes and fees)

The Métropolis series returns to MTELUS for back-to-back all-nighters devoted to sensory immersion. A dynamic sequence of rhythmic performances, presented within a spectacular stage design orchestrated by BelleyFERRIS, shaping a space conducive to memorable collective experiences.

Play Series | Grands Ballets’ Studio-Theatre | August 29 and 30, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | $25 (+taxes and fees) The Play series returns with a program dedicated to audio-visual performances, presented

in the afternoon. Conceived as a space where sound, image, and technological staging converge, it brings together projects in which the visual experience plays as central a role as the music. Through analogue experiments, DIY interfaces, and digital environments, Play

explores different ways of producing images and narratives through performance, in formats that are accessible, spectacular, and rooted in contemporary audio-visual practices.

Expérience Series | Esplanade Tranquille | August 25–30, from 5 p.m. to midnight (until 11 p.m. on Tuesday) | Free admission

Every day starting at 5 p.m., the free outdoor stage transforms the esplanade Tranquille into a lively gathering place where people, sounds, and energy come together. With eclectic discoveries, vibrant atmospheres, and unexpected musical collaborations, Montréalers and

visitors are invited to celebrate together throughout the evening. Several surprises, to be revealed in the coming months, will enhance the experience.

For more information: https://montreal.mutek.org/en/box-office