Frequently Asked Questions



1- What are the opening days and hours for the 2011 Auto Show?

 

From Friday, January 14 to Sunday, January 23, 2011, at the Palais des congrès de Montréal.

From Friday, January 14 to Saturday, January 22, 2011: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.

Sunday, January 23, 2011: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.

 

NOTE: TICKET COUNTERS CLOSE TWO (2) HOURS BEFORE THE SHOW’S CLOSING TIME.

2- Where is the Palais des congrès de Montréal located?

The entrances of the Palais des congrès de Montréal are located at:

201 Viger Avenue West;
1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle;
301 St-Antoine Street West.

3- How much are the tickets?

 

 

ADMISSION FEES from January 15 to 24, 2010 (taxes included)

Online and at the ticket counters of the Palais des congrès

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General Admission (13 years and over): $15.00

General Admission for “Accès Montréal”* cardholders, on presentation of a STM* bus or metro transfer ticket, for CAA-Quebec* cardholders OR with discount coupon** (promo code required): $13.00

Students and senior citizens 65 years and over (with ID): $12.00

Children (from 6 to 12 years, accompanied by an adult): $5.00

Children less than 6 years of age: Free

Family Passes (2 general admission and 2 children from 6 to 12 years): $35.00  

 

*  Discount applicable on “General Admission” ticket purchased on site only. One rebate per purchase only.

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**  Discount applicable on “General Admission” ticket. One promo code per purchase. Only discount coupon with promo code is accepted via Admission.

 

 

4- Can we buy tickets online?

You can purchase your tickets on our web site by clicking on the link below:

http://www.admission.com/html/evinfo.htmI?CNTX=7473580&l=EN&C=

5- Where else can we purchase tickets?

You can purchase your tickets at the ticket counters at the Palais des congrès.

NOTE: TICKET COUNTERS CLOSE TWO (2) HOURS BEFORE THE SHOW’S CLOSING TIME.

6- What type of payment is accepted?

On site: at the Palais des congrès ticket counters, cash and debit card are accepted.

Online: the Auto Show accepts VISA and Master Card.

7- Are tickets refundable?

No, all ticket sales are final.

8- Is there a discount on tickets for groups?

We don’t offer any discount for groups. We do have family passes (see question 3 above).

9- Is it possible to purchase a car at the Auto Show?

Yes, you can buy a car at the Montréal International Auto Show. However, you can’t take delivery right away. You have to make arrangements with the sales representative to get it from the dealership.

10- Is there parking at the Palais des congrès and how much is it?

You can park your car in one of the two following parking lots:

  • 1,200 parking spaces are available in the Quartier international de Montréal's parking, 249 St-Antoine Street West;
  • 400 parking spaces in the Palais and located on the west side of the 201 Viger Avenue entrance, at 1025 Chéneville Street.

The parking has a fixed price: $17 (Parking lot owners can change the price without notice).

11- What is the metro station nearby the Palais des congrès?

Take the metro (subway) to the Place-d’Armes station on the orange line. Then, follow the signs to get to the Auto Show.

12- Is there a coat check for visitors?

Yes, there is one available every day in the Hall Viger, level 2 of the Palais des congrès and a second one open only Friday to Sunday near the 1001, Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle entrance.

13- Are cameras and video cameras permitted?

Yes, they are permitted.

14- Will there be a Childcare service offered at the Auto Show?

Yes, once again, parents seeking a little reprieve during their Auto Show visit will be able to turn to the services of the free on-site Kia Motors Childcare Centre. Located on level 2, the Childcare Centre is available for a 3-hour time limit for children between 3 and 10 years old.

15- Are strollers allowed on the Show floor?

Yes. But you have to bring your own stroller because you cannot rent one on site.

16- Is there an area where mothers can breast-feed their baby?

Yes, mothers will be able to breast-feed their baby at the Kia Motors Childcare Centre, located on level 2.

17- Is the Show accessible by wheelchair?

Yes. Ramps outside and elevators inside are available for visitors with reduced mobility.

18- Are wheelchairs available to rent?

Yes. For a reservation: 514 871-3186

19- Are there restaurants at the Auto Show?

There are two areas where you can eat: one on level 2 (Hall Bleury) and a larger one (500 places) on level 7.