OSM in the parks – RosemèreSummer 2026
What could be more enchanting than a concert under the stars to enjoy a beautiful summer evening?
On August 7, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., let yourself be carried away by the magic of the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal at a grand free concert co-presented by the City of Rosemère and Externat Sacré-Cœur in celebration of its 50th anniversary. With family or friends, experience unforgettable moments and discover the full power of symphonic music with the OSM, masterfully conducted by Rafael Payare.
The evening, brilliantly hosted by André Robitaille, promises delightful surprises and deeply moving moments. A must-see event in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.
Sit back, look up… and let the music carry you away!
Opening act at 7:00 p.m. – Performance by the young musicians of Externat Sacré-Cœur
9 p.m.: Fireworks
Capture the moment and share your experience at BMO’s free 360 photobooth.
Enter the Volvo contest for a chance to win a VIP OSM experience (2 Category 1 tickets, parking, a Volvo vehicle rental, and a hotel stay), then experience the Volvo lounge, where you can discover hybrid and electric vehicles and enjoy an exclusive live performance by two OSM musicians before the concert.
Tim Hortons invites you to its truck to enjoy a variety of complimentary hot and cold beverages.
Stop by the shop under the tent to pick up OSM merchandise!
Note: The site will be open at 5:00 p.m. See the FAQ below for more information.
Artists
Orchestre symphonique de Montréal
Rafael Payare, conductor
Anna Burden, cello
Stéphane Lévesque, bassoon
André Robitaille, host
Works
Giuseppe Verdi, La forza del destino : Overture (9 min)
David Popper, Hungarian Rhapsody no 5 (8 min)
Johannes Brahms, Hungarian Dance no 5 (orch. A. Parlow) (2 min 40)
Carl Maria von Weber, Andante e rondo ongarese, op. 35, J. 158 (10 min)
I. Andante
II. Allegretto
Jean Coulthard, Canada Mosaic : Introduction and 3 Folksongs (extrait)
I. Lullaby on a Snowy Night (3 min)
Leonard Bernstein, Symphonic Dances from West Side Story (22 min)
Arturo Márquez, Danzón no 2 (excerpt) (6 min)
The Town of Rosemère, in collaboration with Externat Sacré-Cœur high school, welcomes the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal to the Externat Sacré-Cœur.
We encourage you to use active transportation (walking or cycling)
A bicycle parking area will be available on site.
Please note that parking will not be permitted on site or on surrounding streets. The site will be closed to vehicle traffic starting at 7:00 p.m., a detour should be planned for parking.
A shuttle service will be available every 20 minutes from various locations, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.:
- Walmart Place Rosemère (401 Labelle Boulevard)
- Train Station (287 Grande-Côte Road)
- Library (339 Grande-Côte Road)
- Académie Sainte-Thérèse, Rosemère Campus (1 des Écoliers Road)
This is a bring-your-own-chair or blanket event!
Yes, there will be toilets.
Yes, there will be food trucks on site.
No, pets are not permitted on site. We kindly ask that you leave your music-loving companions at home.
Yes, an accessible section is available in the VIP area. To ensure that as many people as possible can benefit from this access, only one accompanying person is permitted.
Concerts last typically between 75 to 90 minutes, and there is no intermission during concerts.
The OSM will not cancel the concert in case of rain, unless it proves to be an electrical storm. In the event of this happening, you will be informed through our website and our Facebook page.
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