Montreal Scrabblefest is the ultimate Scrabble tournament experience, offering players a 14 game main event in a downtown hotel, while immersing them in the vibrant culture of Montreal.
Outside the playing room, players will enjoy social events such as a welcome party at a downtown café, invitations to group dinners, a group social outing, and even a walking tour of Old Montreal.
This event offers something for everyone, making it the perfect choice for Scrabblers looking for a unique and memorable tournament experience. Don't miss the chance to compete and explore the beautiful city of Montreal!
Scrabble Tournament
14 Game Main Event
5 Game Late 'Brunch' Bird
Low entry fees
Experience Montreal
Welcome Party at a Downtown Café
Group Dinner and Social Outing
Walking Tour of Old Montreal
Stay and Play at LeLux Hotel
Be with your fellow Scrabblers
Convenient Downtown Location
Affordable Room Rates
Entry Fees:
Main Event: NWL & CSW
14 games | May 5-7
$100 CDN ($80 USD) Entry Fee
CSW also WESPA rated
Commuter fee per person (if not staying at the tournament hotel and within the room block) for main event: $30 CDN ($25 US)
Late 'Brunch' Bird: NWL & CSW
5 games | May 8
$30 CDN ($25 USD) Entry Fee
CSW also WESPA rated
Scroll to bottom of page for full schedule
Hotel Details
LeLux Hotel, Montreal
1600 Rue Saint Hubert, Montreal, QC H2L 3Z3
Empire Suites, Montreal
1606 Rue Saint Hubert, Montreal, QC H2L 3Z3
Note: LeLux Hotel and Empire Suites are in the same building. The room block is split between both hotels as noted below.
Hotel Information
To book a room with TWO DOUBLE BEDS book LeLux:
Room rate $129/night + taxes CDN (approx. $97 USD)
To book a room with ONE KING BED book Empire Suites:
Room rate $139/night + taxes CDN (approx. $104 USD)
For either option (both hotels share reservation system):
Book by phone: 514-849-3216
Mention 'Scrabble Montreal'
Deadline to book is April 19, 2023 (contact Josh or Kieran after this date)
Commuter fee per person (if not staying at hotel): $30 CDN ($25 US)
Hotel Amenities
Parking: $25/day on site (space is limited / first come first serve), but there's a public lot for $12/day a 2 min walk away
Free WiFi in guest and playing room
All rooms have mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker
In-hotel restaurant/bar
Hotel fitness center
You may cancel your room booking, with no penalty, 24 hours prior to check in.
Tournament Schedule
Friday May 5
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Welcome party / casual Scrabble games at downtown café (location TBD)
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Main Event Rounds 1-3
Saturday May 6
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Main Event Rounds 4-6
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Main Event Rounds 7-10
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Group Dinner (location TBD, times approximate)
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Group Social Outing (location TBD, times approximate)
Sunday May 7
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM Main Event Rounds 11-14
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM Prize ceremony
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM Walking Tour of Old Montreal (location TBD, times approximate)
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Group Dinner (location TBD, times approximate)
Monday May 8
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Group Breakfast (location TBD)
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Late Bird Rounds 1-5
Tournament Information
Swiss/Performance pairings. Division size TBD, smaller divisions may be merged
Please bring a board, clock and tiles to the tournament
In addition to place prizes, performance-based prizes will be given in all divisions
Prizes paid in $CDN. Prize payouts $100 or over CDN will be paid electronically or by cheque
Directors may alter tournament structure in best interest of the event, including spread Gibsonization
COVID-19 Information
Vaccinations are recommended for all players
Masks are optional at this tournament
Due to the nature of in person Scrabble, players may sit 4 to a table
Meet the Organizers
your directors
Josh and Kieran
social director
Christine Cardinal
master of ceremonies
Bernard Gotlieb