This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at McGill chapter.

Back to school season just ended, things are getting real; you are a bit behind on your readings, you are slipping on ice daily, and you are being too lazy to workout. Leaving this negative image behind, a lot is going on in Montreal these days. If you want to get away from your cozy crib here’s what you can do this month:

1- See Michelle Obama give a speech at Palais des congrès de Montréal:

The ex first-lady of United States Michelle Obama led four major movements: “Let’s Move!”, in order to put the emphasis childhood obesity; “Joining Forces”, to support veterans, service members, and their families; “Reach Higher”, to motivate young people to pursue higher education; and “Let Girls Learn”, to support adolescent girls around the world go to school.

Her speech is part of the speaker series of Bell Canada International Leaders’ event.

When? 5th of February from 18:30 to 20:00

Where? Palais des congrès de Montréal

1001, place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal H2Z 1H2

How Much? Prices range from section to section:

Blue section: $57.49

White section: $189.71

Red section: $454.15

Green section: $454.15

You can buy your tickets online at http://www-ccmm.billetteriealacarte.com/index.html

2- Experience electronic music outdoors: Go to Igloofest for its last weekend.

It may be cold, but dancing will warm you up! Put on your warmest layers, zip your winter coat, and be prepared to dance all night long at Quai Jacques Cartier. The last weekend of Igloofest is this weekend (1st, 2nd and 3rd of February) so catch a DJ before Igloofest leaves until winter 2019.

Lineup includes: DJ Esco, Boi-1da, Nate Husser DJ set, VNCE Carter, Sasha and John Digweed, Tone Depth, Pulses.

When? February 1, 2, and 3

Where? Quai Jacques Quartier (Old Port) rue de la Commune Est, Montreal H4E3G3

How much? 1st of February $22.55, 2nd of February $39.96, 3rd of February FREE

You can buy your tickets online at http://igloofestca.electrostub.com/eventlist.cfm

3-Advance your knowledge in entertainment management while attending Entertainment Management Conference (EMC)

“Entertainment Management Conference, presented by Evenko, is back for its 6th year! Join us to learn about the entertainment industry from the industry professionals themselves. Over the course of 2 days we’re bringing you in-depth panel discussions and keynote presentations, hands-on and interactive workshops, and streamlined networking activities. On both days, food and beverages will be provided and the evening will be topped off with a networking cocktail. All proceeds go to the Evenko Foundation.”

When? 2nd and 3rd of February

Where? Espace 8- Sid Lee

75 Rue Queen #1400, Montreal, QC H3C 2N

How much?

2 Day Pass – $90 1 Day Pass – $50

You can buy your tickets online at http://www.emcmtl.com/buytickets/

4-Appreciate classical music and go watch McGill Symphony Orchestra with Kent Nagano

Artists and program:

McGill Symphony Orchestra

Kent Nagano, guest conductor Andrew Wan, violin

Richard Wagner, Siegfried-Idyll, WWV 103 Leonard Bernstein, Serenade (after Plato’s Symposium) Robert Schumann, Symphony No. 1 in B-flat major, Op. 38

In collaboration with the Orchestre symphonique de Montreal

When? February 13th at 7:30pm

Where? Montreal Symphony House

1660 Rue St-Urbain, Montreal H2X 1Z8

How much?

Students (upon presentation of a valid card): $24 Seniors (65 years and over): $ 34 Regular: $39

You can buy your tickets online at http://www.osm.ca/en/concerts/orchestre-symphonique-de-mcgill-2/

5-Take a break from Montreal and go skiing at Mont Tremblant

A weekend getaway will bring your energy back and you will be motivated to work/study.

Images taken from:

http://www.instyle.com/news/michelle-obama-democratic-national-conventio…

https://www.mtlblog.com/things-to-do-in-mtl/montreal-is-hosting-an-igloo…