On September 5, 2026, 50 Cent made a surprise appearance at Beachclub in Pointe-Calumet — one of the most talked-about music events of the summer in the Greater Montreal area.
The New York rap icon was announced just days before the event after GIMS cancelled his scheduled Beachclub performance for health reasons.
The last-minute change created an unexpected opportunity for fans to see one of hip-hop's most recognizable artists at one of Quebec's largest outdoor entertainment venues. The announcement came on September 3, only two days before the scheduled performance, with Beachclub confirming that previously purchased tickets for the September 5 event would remain valid.
The original September 5 event was scheduled to feature GIMS. However, the artist cancelled his appearance because of health concerns. With September 5 forming part of Beachclub's final weekend of the 2026 season, organizers moved quickly to find a replacement.
The solution was a major one: 50 Cent.
The American rapper agreed to perform at Beachclub after being contacted at the last minute. According to Beachclub co-owner Olivier Primeau, the artist accepted the invitation within a matter of hours. Primeau subsequently described 50 Cent as professional and easy to work with, noting that the rapper had previously performed at Beachclub.
The announcement immediately generated attention throughout Montreal and the surrounding region, giving fans only a short time to prepare for the unexpected performance.
50 Cent brought decades of hip-hop history to Pointe-Calumet.
Since his breakthrough with the 2003 album Get Rich or Die Tryin', 50 Cent has become one of the most influential figures in rap. Songs such as "In Da Club," "21 Questions," "Candy Shop" and "P.I.M.P." helped establish him as a global music star.
His appearance at Beachclub offered fans an opportunity to experience his music in a completely different setting from a traditional indoor arena or concert hall.
Beachclub's outdoor environment combines a large open-air dance floor, beach areas, pools, VIP spaces, cabanas and close proximity to performers. The venue's event listing describes the complex as having a capacity of more than 5,500 people and as a major outdoor entertainment destination in North America.
The timing made the performance particularly memorable.
Rather than being announced months in advance, 50 Cent's appearance was revealed only days before the event. Fans who had originally purchased tickets to see GIMS suddenly found themselves with the opportunity to see an international hip-hop superstar instead.
The event also represented one of the final major performances of Beachclub's 2026 summer season. The venue subsequently announced that the summer season had officially come to an end, making the September 5 performance part of the closing stretch of another busy year for Pointe-Calumet's iconic outdoor entertainment destination.
Beachclub is located at 701 38e Rue in Pointe-Calumet, making it an important summer destination for visitors from Montreal, Laval, the Laurentians and communities throughout the Greater Montreal region.
Major events at the venue regularly attract visitors who combine their Beachclub experience with hotel stays, restaurants, nightlife and other activities around Montreal and the Laurentians.
For large groups attending concerts and special events, transportation planning can also be an important part of the experience.
Layman Transport provides premium transportation services for corporate and private groups attending major events in the Montreal area, including Beachclub.
Its options include limousines, party buses and executive vehicles such as Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon Denali and Lincoln Navigator, providing flexible transportation for individual passengers, VIP guests, corporate groups and private parties.
With service throughout Montreal, Laval and the Laurentians, Layman Transport can also coordinate transportation for groups traveling between hotels, residences, airports and major entertainment venues.
The unexpected arrival of 50 Cent turned September 5 into a memorable finale for Beachclub's 2026 season—a last-minute booking that transformed an already anticipated weekend into a major hip-hop event in Pointe-Calumet.
— Layman
