General
When is îLESONIQ 2023?
îLESONIQ 2023 will take place on August 12 and 13, 2023. Doors open at 1 p.m., and performances begin at 2 p.m.
îLESONIQ in the city will take place on August 11, 2023.
Allowed on site
YES Baby strollers
YES Beach towels and blankets
YES Binoculars
YES Chewing gum and mints
YES Dancing shoes
YES Digital cameras
- No professional cameras with lenses longer than 2.5” or other type of detachable lenses
YES Disposable cameras
YES Ear plugs
YES Electronic cigarettes
YES Eye drops
YES Hand sanitizer
YES Hydration packs
- Empty when entering the site
YES Lip balm
YES Phones and chargers
YES Small backpacks and bags/purses
- Please note: all bags will be searched
YES Sunscreen
- No flammable aerosol cans
YES Service animals
YES Smiles
YES Water bottles
- Empty when entering the site
- We encourage reusable water bottles
- Water fountains on site
YES Water misters
- Empty when entering the site
- No flammable aerosol cans
YES Waterproof ponchos, small umbrellas
NOT ALLOWED ON SITE
NO Animals
- Except service animals
NO Beach balls, soccer balls, Frisbees
- Or any type of balls
NO Camping chairs
- No long folding chairs
- No all-metal or hard plastic chairs
- No sunshades
NO Detachable lenses or lenses longer than 2.5"
NO Discriminatory or culturally appropriated items
NO Divisive symbols
NO Drones
NO Firearms, knives or weapons of any kind
- No guns, ammo, pocket knives, pepper spray, tasers, etc.
NO Flags or banners
NO Flammables
NO Glass bottles and cans
NO Hard-sided coolers
NO Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Please check regulations regarding cannabis and cannabis products
- Prescriptions must be properly labeled and in a container whose label matches the holder's ID
NO Items intended for sales or promotions
- You need approval from the festival organizers
- Items of the sort will be confiscated
NO Large backpacks (camping style)
NO Large sports umbrellas
NO Laser pointers
NO Markers or paint pens
NO Megaphones
NO Musical instruments
NO Outside alcoholic beverages
NO Professional video or audio recording equipment
NO Selfie sticks or similar monopods
NO Skateboards
NO Tents
- Camping is prohibited at Parc Jean-Drapeau
NO Totems
NO Toy guns or water guns
NO Walkie-talkies
Items on this list will be confiscated. We recommend not bringing them to the event site to save you the extra hassle. Any item deemed inappropriate by festival security can also be confiscated.
Is the festival an all-ages event?
Yes, îLESONIQ is an all-ages event. Children aged 10 and younger are admitted for free when accompanied by an adult with a valid îLESONIQ ticket.
Due to the limited space available on the RBCxMUSIC GOLD Terrace, each person admitted to this section must have a valid RBCxMUSIC GOLD ticket, including children.
Cannabis regulations
All cannabis products brought to the festival site must be sealed in SQDC packaging or packaging from any other official government source and must have been purchased legally. Any cannabis products that do not conform to the law will not be accepted or allowed on site. Individuals may carry up to 30 grams, the maximum quantity permitted by law. No sale or consumption of cannabis is allowed on the site.
Will there be a Lost & Found at the Festival?
All unclaimed lost items during the festival are brought to the Bell Centre, where it will be possible for you to claim them.
You must first send an e-mail to: [email protected] describing the lost item (colour, size, an image attached If you have one)
If the lost item is found, you will need to come to the Bell Centre at 1225 St-Antoine Street, Montreal, H3C 5L2 after receiving confirmation from the security team.
Unclaimed driver’s licenses and health insurance card unclaimed will be returned by mail.
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What if it rains?
Rain or shine, the show must go on! Please check the weather before coming to the site and dress accordingly!
Poor weather conditions may force us to interrupt the schedule temporarily. Follow our social media pages for the latest information.
Can I leave the festival site and come back later?
Re-admisison will not be allowed.
Festival program
What happens if an artist cancels?
All scheduled performances at the festival, including those of headlining artists, are subject to change or cancellation without notice. No refunds will be given for such changes or cancellations.
What is the 2023 lineup?
Our full lineup is now available on our website and social media pages.
Who are the headliners?
We're thrilled to welcome on Saturday August 12th The Chainsmokers and Sunday August 13th MARTIN GARRIX as the headliner of îLESONIQ 2023!
Tickets
What if I already bought 3-day ticket?
Festival-goers who purchased their 2023 3-day ticket last year will receive a reimbursement for the price difference. Our team will contact you by email, or you can call 1-877-668-8269 for help.
Can I buy my tickets through a reseller?
Only tickets originally purchased through îLESONIQ's official ticketing partners (evenko and Ticketmaster) are guaranteed to be valid.
We cannot guarantee the validity or support for any tickets purchased by unauthorized third parties. There is no way to ensure the validity of a ticket purchased from a vendor other than evenko or Ticketmaster until it successfully scans into the venue EVERY day. Adding this ticket to your digital wallet in advance does not ensure it is valid.
How can I buy îLESONIQ tickets?
All tickets can be purchased online here or by phone at 1-877-668-8269.
Select the type of ticket you wish to purchase and review your order; evenko will not exchange or refund tickets.
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any transaction that exceeds the authorized limit.
Can I come to the festival for just one day?
Yes, single-day tickets are on sale now! CLICK HERE
What type of tickets will I receive?
Great news! îLESONIQ is going mobile this year. You’ll be able to access and manage your digital tickets directly in your îLESONIQ account using the email address entered at the time of purchase.
How can I access my tickets?
You can access and manage your mobile tickets by downloading the app and logging into your îLESONIQ account with the email address you used when purchasing your tickets.
Our mobile app will be available this summer. For now, hold on to the purchase confirmation sent to your email.
PLEASE NOTE: It is extremely important to add your tickets to your digital wallet in advance to save time entering them and to avoid any technical problems.
Where can I manage my tickets?
Your tickets are available in your îLESONIQ account. You can access your account through your portal on the website or the festival mobile app.
PLEASE NOTE: It is extremely important to add your tickets to your digital wallet in advance to save time at check-in and to avoid any technical problems.
Can I upgrade my General Admission ticket to GOLD or SKY LOUNGE?
If you purchased a General Admission Ticket but want to upgrade to the full RBC GOLD TICKET or SKY LOUNGE TICKET experience, no problem! We’ll upgrade you. Contact us at [email protected] or at 1-877-668-8269.
When can I buy my 2023 tickets?
Two-day tickets and single-day tickets are on sale now! See tickets page.
How much are the weekend tickets?
2-DAY GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS – STARTING AT $230
2-DAY RBCxMusic GOLD TICKETS – STARTING AT $340.00
2-DAY SKY LOUNGE TICKETS – STARTING AT $420.00
SINGLE-DAY GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS - STARTING AT $135
SINGLE-DAY RBCxMusic GOLD TICKETS - STARTING AT $205
SINGLE-DAY SKY LOUNGE TICKETS - STARTING AT $250
For more details, CLICK HERE
Does îLESONIQ offer payment options?
Yes. You can select the option “Klarna” when you check out to make four payments, one every two weeks. Follow the steps to create your customer account and Klarna will automatically charge the pre-scheduled payments to your credit card.
Safety, venue and service
Where does the festival take place?
îLESONIQ takes place in Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Saint-Hélène, a peaceful island set just outside the bustling hub of Montréal, one of North America’s most exciting cities. This beautiful site is a mixture of rolling meadows and forested areas accented by flowerbeds and open-air artwork brought to the island for Montréal’s Expo ’67. îLESONIQ's three stages are spread out amidst this unique and beautiful park.
What can I eat and drink on site?
îLESONIQ aims to provide you with a diverse selection of quality food. For more info, please consult the îLESONIQ aims to provide you with a diverse selection of quality food choices. For more info, please see the Food and beverage section.
You can buy beverages such as water, beer and other spirits on site. The legal drinking age in Quebec is 18. Please have two valid identity documents if you wish to consume alcoholic beverages at the venue.
It is permitted to bring an empty reusable water bottle to the îLESONIQ site for refilling at the water fountains. Bringing alcohol is not allowed. Please consume alcohol in moderation.
You may bring a snack for personal consumption (e.g. a candy bar). Meals, sandwiches, coolers and lunch boxes are not allowed on site.
What kind of facilities and services will there be at îLESONIQ?
- Many choices of food vendors including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options
- Water and other soft drinks
- Beer and other alcoholic beverages
- Clean restrooms at several convenient locations on site
- Recycling and compost bins
Will îLESONIQ be accessible for people with reduced mobility?
îLESONIQ is committed to providing a unique experience for people with mobility and functional disabilities. Our facilities will have signs, an information booth, dedicated parking spaces and user-friendly platforms.
COMPANIONS
Service animals are permitted by law and by permit.
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
Most of our stages are equipped with wheelchair-accessible platforms.
GUESTS SERVICES
A dedicated waiting station will be available at the box office. An information booth will be available at the drop-off stop of the paratransit shuttle located between the main stages at the south end of the pedestrian Cosmos walkway.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms to accommodate those with limited mobility will be available on site.
PARKING
Reserved parking spaces for drivers with a parking permit for disabled persons are available at most parking lots in Parc Jean-Drapeau:
P7 (Stewart Museum): 2 spaces
P9 (Aquatic Complex): clients with reduced mobility and adapted transportation
P11 (Biosphere): 2 spaces
Note that there is a path for people with reduced mobility from the P9 parking lot to the box office / aquatic complex.
SHUTTLE BUSES
A paratransit shuttle, equipped with ramps, will be available all day.
Before 8 p.m., boarding will be at the box office, and the drop-off will be between the main stages at the southern end of the Cosmos walkway.
After 8 p.m., boarding and drop-off will be at the Pirelli Tower.
Will there be medical services?
Medical personnel will be on site.
Please bring any prescription medications you need and avoid situations that could harm your health. Remember to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and drink in moderation.
Will the site be clean?
To ensure your safety and comfort, please follow these guidelines when attending the îLESONIQ festival:
1. Do your best to recycle, compost or dispose of your waste correctly.
2. Please be polite to festival staff and other festival- goers. Although crowds gather around the stages, please do not push others or get in the way.
3. Please respect the Parc Jean-Drapeau and festival grounds. Please do not remove any signs, banners or posters on the îLESONIQ site. Do not climb or damage trees.
4. Respect the art. Several pieces of art are displayed on the festival site. Do not touch or move the art! Those who tamper with the art may be ejected from the festival grounds.
Will it be possible to book lockers on site?
Drop your things and party with your hands free at îLESONIQ. Rent your locker now to avoid the lineups. The lockers are accessible all day long and you can get them for the full weekend or for one day.
You can reserve one here!
Which payment methods will be accepted on the site?
Only debit or credit card payment is accepted on site. Cash sales will not be allowed.
Is îLESONIQ certified at level 2 of the Environmental Management Standard?
Since 2019, the îLESONIQ team has worked hard to remain at level 2 of the BNQ 9700-253 standard by Modus Operandi Logistiques for Responsible Event Management and to minimize any negative impact on the environment. Our maximum waste goal is 155 grams per person. Let’s all do our part to make îLESONIQ a greener festival!
Transport
Will the site be accessible by bike?
We encourage you to come to the festival by bike, a fast, efficient and environmentally friendly way to get around! There is designated parking area to lock your bike on site.
Can I drive to the festival?
We recommend taking the STM’s metro system or biking, but if you must drive to îLESONIQ, please carpool. You can find driving directions and parking information on the Parc Jean-Drapeau website here.
How to get to Parc Jean-Drapeau by public transportation?
Since Jean-Drapeau station is near the festival, taking the métro will be the best way to get around.
- Plan your trip directly on the STM home page.
- Buy your round-trip fare in advance to avoid waiting in line at Jean-Drapeau station:
Unlimited weekend pass
Unlimited trips from 4 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday. Valid in Zones A, B, C and D for bus, métro, train and REM networks.
24 hrs, All Modes A Unlimited trips for 24 hours. Valid in Zone A . Island of Montréal only, including Jean-Drapeau station.
24 hrs, All Modes AB
Unlimited trips for 24 hours. Valid in Zone A and B. Includes Laval and Longueuil metro stations.
Unlimited evening pass
Unlimited trips from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. the next morning. Valid in Zones A, B, C and D for bus, métro and train networks.
2 trips, All Modes A
Valid in Zone A. Island of Montréal only, including Jean-Drapeau station.
2 trips, All Modes AB
Valid in Zones A and B, including Laval and Longueuil métro stations.
For full details, click here.
Friendly Advice
Our goal
We aim to create an atmosphere where festival-goers can connect with music and with each other in a positive way. Look out for yourself, each other and the environment. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at any time if anything feels unsafe or not quite right.
Be you. No one else can.
îLESONIQ is about celebrating individuality, expressing yourself and jamming out. Our festival site is a judgement-free zone. So, leave your dirty looks and put downs at home because there’s no place for them here. Just keep doing you!
Keep Things Lovely!
Show Mother Nature some love! We are doing our part… But, but we also need you. We’re all in this together!
It’s hard to believe a city that’s so freezing in the winter can be scorching hot in the summer. But trust us, you will want to be prepared to beat the Montreal heat! Grab your funkiest hat, coolest shades and SPF 50 and get ready for some fun in the sun. It also won’t hurt to pack some raingear and extra socks in case things get a little wet n’ wild.
Get Ready…Get Set…Go!!
It’s hard to believe a city that’s so freezing in the winter can be scorching hot in the summer. But, trust us, you’ll want to be prepared to beat the Montréal heat! Grab your funkiest hat, coolest shades and SPF 50 and get ready for some fun in the sun. It wouldn’t hurt to pack some raingear and extra socks in case things get a little wet n’ wild.
Feel safe & sound
îLESONIQ is your sanctuary. We are committed to making sure that all festival-goers feel safe at all times. îLESONIQ is a space free from physical, verbal and sexual harassment, aggression and violence. It’s not complicated, just follow the golden rule: treat others the way you want to be treated.
Radiate kindness
Be mindful of your surroundings and look out for your homies (this includes new homies too, we’re all best friends at îLESONIQ!).
Have an open mind
Be open to discovering new music, meeting new friends and enjoying new experiences. îLESONIQ is THE place to catch next year’s headliner! Wander, explore and engage. Expect the unexpected.
Safety and respect first
We are committed to creating a safe, respectful and enjoyable experience for everyone. So, besides our many security measures, we have also created a code of conduct. Your cooperation is an important factor in creating a pleasant and enjoyable environment, and we thank you for following the guidelines below throughout the festival.
We ask that you keep your conduct at our events pleasant, appropriate and respectful. For the safety and comfort of our guests, the following behaviours could lead to intervention by our security staff:
Offensive, discriminatory or abusive behaviour in any form, including
• Language
• Gestures
• Clothing
• Writing, signs, banners, etc.
• Violence of any kind
• Consumption/possession of illegal substances
• Interfering with the expected progress of the event
• Providing a minor alcohol and/or cannabis
• Being a minor in possession of alcohol and/or cannabis
• Being in possession of any prohibited items.
For the complete list of prohibited items, visit the info section of the official îLESONIQ website.
• Any other conduct that may be deemed inappropriate by security or that is likely to harm the safety of people or property.
We all have a responsibility to report any act that goes against the values we stand for. Do not hesitate to immediately report any security problem or disrespectful act to a member of our staff.
Accessibility
Is îLESONIQ accessible to people with reduced mobility?
îLESONIQ is committed to providing a unique experience for people with reduced mobility and functional limitations. To improve accessibility, several measures have been taken on the site:
- - Platforms dedicated to people with reduced mobility and their companion in front of the scenes,
- - Signage on the site map of accessible areas and services,
- - Adapted services (restrooms, picnic tables, access ramps)
- - An information kiosk to better help festivalgoers with reduced mobility.
How do you indicate that the purchased ticket is for a person with reduced mobility?
When you buy tickets for yourself and your companion, you can indicate that you have reduced mobility, which will make it easier to pick you up at the site. If you have any questions about mobility, please contact us here:
By e-mail: [email protected]
By telephone (Monday to Saturday between 9 AM and 8 PM): 514-492-1775
Will there be a section on the site dedicated to people with reduced mobility?
At îLESONIQ, the following stages have platforms for people with reduced mobility and their companion:
- Oasis Stage
- Neon Stage
- Mirage Stage
What are the rules for accompanying persons and animals?
Persons with reduced mobility and their companion must purchase a ticket to gain access to the site and its services.
Service animals (with a valid assistance certificate) are allowed on site.
Is there reserved parking for people with reduced mobility?
For parking spaces for people with reduced mobility, we recommend using the P9 and P10 parking lots, which are closest to the aquatic Complex and the site entrance.
What is the process once you arrive at the site?
When you arrive at the site, you have two options:
- - Go directly to the Gold Terrace entrance, where you and your companion will be given identifiable wristbands to access the reduced mobility platform;
- - Go to the Customer Experience Kiosk, near the main entrance, where someone will be able to inform you about the site map and the services provided and then direct you to the platforms.
Please note that a concierge service is available for the purchase of certain items available to festivalgoers: sun cream, ear plugs, etc. Lockers are also available on site.
Are there restrooms accessible to people with reduced mobility?
Restrooms for people with reduced mobility are available on site and are indicated with a specific sign.
Where can adapted transport vehicles embark and disembark people?
STM adapted transport can drop you off/pick you up at the bus station on chemin McDonald.
Private adapted transport can drop you off/pick you up near the aquatic Complex.
It is your responsibility to organise your own transport.
Can people with reduced mobility move around everywhere on the site?
Some paths are not accessible for people with reduced mobility, but there are also alternative routes to make it easier to get around the site. Staff will be on hand to guide you, if necessary.