Marathon Beneva: Traffic disruptions

The Marathon Beneva de Montréal will take place from October 9 to 11, 2026, resulting in major road closures and traffic restrictions in east end Montréal.

Please plan for changes to your usual route, especially if you are travelling to one of our facilities. Check your route before leaving and allow extra travel time, whether you’re driving or taking public transit.

To help you plan your route, we’ve listed the road closures that will affect access to our sites.

Saturday, October 10

The 1 km, 5 km and 10 km races will take place in the east end of the city. They will not affect access to MUHC sites.

Sunday, October 11

The marathon and half-marathon will result in several road closures and have a significant impact on traffic.

• Saint-Laurent Boulevard will be closed from Saint-Joseph Avenue to the Rivière des Prairies.
• Crossings from east to west will remain open at several locations, including the Metropolitan Expressway, the Van Horne viaduct, des Carrières Street and, farther south, the Ville-Marie Expressway.
• The following streets will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to 12:40 p.m.:
  • Cherrier Street from La Fontaine Park to Berri Street 
  • Berri Street from Cherrier Street to Ontario Street 
  • Ontario Street to Atateken Street 
  • Atateken Street to Viger Street

To see all road closures and plan your route, consult this flyer.

Please note: The Waze app will be updated with the planned road closures. Check the app before travelling to plan your route.