Montreal Olympic Stadium



The Montreal Olympic Stadium, also known as “The Big O,” is a prominent sports and event venue in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It was built for the 1976 Summer Olympics and remains one of the most recognisable landmarks in the city.

Built for the 1976 Olympics, officially opening in 1976

Designed by architect Roger Taillibert, featuring a distinctive retractable roof and towering pylons

Originally seated around 74,000 for sports events; now it hosts a variety of events with a capacity of approximately 20,000–25,000


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