Friday rain, live music, and a weekend that's already started.

Morning. It's Friday, the rain's soft and steady, and you've got 18°C to work with—bring a light jacket if you're heading out for the 5 à 7. Sun's down by 6:33, so plan your evening around that.

Nothing major on the transit front today, so your commute should move. Just the usual October rain to dodge.

Quebec's got an election Monday, and the housing conversation is heating up—folks occupied a vacant building in the Sud-Ouest yesterday demanding real action before the vote. Meanwhile, La Cordée, the outdoor retailer that's been around for 73 years, is closing in the coming weeks after bankruptcy. If you've got gear on your list, worth checking what's left. On the food side, keep an eye out for a couple recalls: Sakana-Ya Sushi has undeclared mustard in some products across the province, and a frozen dessert recall out of Victoriaville expanded over allergen concerns. Nothing here, but worth knowing if those spots are in your rotation.

You're also hosting the women's volleyball World Cup next August and September—Montreal and Quebec City together. That's coming.

For dinner tonight, the restaurant scene's been pricey all year—80% of places hiked prices in 2026—but there's still solid options. If you're looking Italian, Il Teatro just opened in the Quartier des Spectacles with proper Roman pasta and wine. Or if you're thinking brunch tomorrow, there are nine solid spots across the city depending on your mood—hangover cure territory or the full high-tea situation.

Evening's got options. Jacob Collier's at the Beanfield Theatre at 7, which is worth it if that's your lane. DJ Gordo's spinning at Parc Jean-Drapeau at 5 if you want to catch the last light before rain comes in. There's also Muz 2026—rendez-vous des musiques métissées—at Le Studio TD at 7, which leans into the live music side of things. If you're a hockey person, the Remparts are out in Blainville-Boisbriand at 7 too.

Weekend's shaping up solid—two days ahead with more shows and sports lined up. But tonight's your entry point: get out if you want live music, stay in if you're reading and listening to the rain. Either way, Friday's here.

Stay dry.