This exhibition highlights a selection of works of art by First Nations and Métis artists from the Canada Council Art Bank collection. The Art Bank, which has proudly featured works  … Read more

Explore alternative perspectives on climate change and its impacts in The Air of the Now and Gone. This thought-provoking exhibition challenges pervasive narratives of crisis and despair, instead inviting visitors  … Read more

This exhibition brings together artists Kanna Anigbogu, Abdul Hamid Kanu Jr. and Don Kwan to explore memory, cultural history and the diasporic experience. Through black-and-white photography, digital art and mixed  … Read more

The Witness Blanket, a travelling exhibition from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, features a full-scale photographic replica of Carey Newman’s original art installation honouring the resilience of Survivors of  … Read more

44.4 Mother/Artist Collective presents Don’t Worry, I’ll Only Show You the Good Parts, an intimate exploration of the ambitions, challenges, and realities of motherhood and artistry. Featuring 12 local artists,  … Read more

This family friendly musical production celebrates all things Canadian! The two-hour show features famous characters singing Canadian hits, plus an optional Canadian meal.   During Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa, you’ll  … Read more

 The SPAO Centre for Photographic Arts presents EXHIBITION NO. 20 — a special anniversary exhibition highlighting exceptional work by students enrolled in Canada’s only two-year photographic arts college programme.Celebrate this  … Read more

Attend the celebration of the finest new and established writing from across Canada and around the world with a fall and a spring edition.

Experience the 1925 silent epic Ben-Hur like never before! Three powerhouse choirs—Seventeen Voyces, Caelis Academy Ensemble, and the Ewashko Singers—bring the film to life with live performances of Carmina Burana  … Read more

The only fully bilingual festival celebrating the arts of India to be held in Canada will feature dance, music, visual arts, yoga and Bollywood! 

Discover the art of clay at the Ottawa Clay Festival. Explore stunning handcrafted ceramics, shop for unique pottery, and meet local artisans. Enjoy live demonstrations, a pottery throwdown, a juried  … Read more

More than 30 poutine vendors take over downtown Ottawa and offer up their take on Canada’s dish. Get your curd on!

Celebrate 20 years of Arts Carleton Place with a special Fine Art Exhibition! Explore stunning works by 65 juried artists across two vibrant locations. Pick up an exhibition passport for  … Read more

Don't miss out on bargain prices on all things sewing-related: quilting cotton, notions, buttons, wool, patterns, tools and so much more.

Experience the passion of Atlético Ottawa, where grit meets glory on the pitch. As Ottawa’s Canadian Premier League team, they bring the energy, heart, and determination of their parent club,  … Read more

Honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a powerful tribute in downtown Ottawa! Watch pipers fill Wellington Street with music, leading to a stirring finale with drummers at the  … Read more

A coordinated series of free neighbourhood walking tours given by locals who care passionately about where they live, work, and play.

Ottawa’s national stamp show, with 40 stamp dealers and many philatelic exhibits.

 Experience the magic of Cinderella with Les Petits Ballets — an enchanting production of the timeless fairy tale.Follow Cinderella’s journey as she overcomes hardship with kindness, courage and a touch  … Read more

Let music inspire and move you at Voices of the Earth! Experience an unforgettable evening featuring powerful works from Canadian and Indigenous composers, weaving stories of beauty, hope, and resilience.  … Read more