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Our Land, Our Art

240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4

Come see Nunavik in all its beauty through the eyes of Indigenous artists. Avataq Cultural Institute, in collaboration with the Canadian Museum of Nature, invited artists from across Québec’s Nunavik  … Read more

Rewilding – The David Suzuki Foundation Arts Prize

240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4

Step into a world where art and nature intertwine. Thirteen Canadian artists bring the concept of rewilding to life, highlighting the vital role that nature plays in our communities through  … Read more

Butterflies in Flight

240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4

Step into a tropical paradise where over 100 live butterflies glide through lush greenery. Marvel at stunning species such as the blue morpho, swallowtails, and monarchs as pupae from Costa  … Read more

Butterflies in Flight

240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K2P 2R1 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K2P 2R1

Step into a tropical paradise where over 100 live butterflies glide through lush greenery. Marvel at stunning species such as the blue morpho, swallowtails, and monarchs as pupae from Costa  … Read more

Nana’s Jamaican Christmas Pudding

901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, K2C 3K1 901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, K2C 3K1

Nana’s Jamaican Christmas Pudding is a beloved holiday delicacy passed down through generations, connecting family members to their heritage. Made with fruits soaked in rum, port, and sherry, and steamed  … Read more

Pucker Up! The Lipstick Prints of Joyce Wieland

380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4

This exhibition highlights Joyce Wieland’s influential exploration of Canadian identity and feminist themes through innovative prints and mixed media. Featuring her iconic “lipstick” and “lip-synch” series created after her return  … Read more

Pucker Up! The Lipstick Prints of Joyce Wieland

380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4

This exhibition highlights Joyce Wieland’s influential exploration of Canadian identity and feminist themes through innovative prints and mixed media. Featuring her iconic “lipstick” and “lip-synch” series created after her return  … Read more

GROTTO: The Bill Staubi Collection

50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5

Grotto features a selection of artworks donated by Bill Staubi to the OAG in 2024, honoring his support for queer artists and Ottawa’s contemporary art scene. The exhibition explores themes  … Read more

44.4 Mother/Artist Collective

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

Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa

Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa 330 Kent Street, Ottawa, K2P 2A6

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

Revival: Printmaking in Nunavik (2014–2019)

50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5

Revival echoes the beginnings of stonecut printing in Puvirnituq in 1961, and bears witness to the recent resurgence of this art. Lyne Bastien and Maggie Napartuk have made this possible  … Read more

Normee Ekoomiak

50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5

Explore the life and art of Normee Ekoomiak (1948–2009), whose work celebrates the Inuit way of life and the cultural significance of textile art. From his time in Fort George  … Read more

Sébastien Gaudette – Ephemeral Language

City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1 City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1

Sébastien Gaudette’s artistic practice centres on paper — a medium he explores through sculpture, installation and drawing. His approach creates a graphic dialogue where the gesture leaves only the imprint  … Read more

Last Voices of the Second World War

1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, K1A 0M8 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, K1A 0M8

Marking 80 years since the war’s end, this moving exhibition features new interviews with surviving veterans and their families, revealing personal stories of service, sacrifice and resilience.

Parkdale Public Market

Parkdale Public Market

Experience the joy and excitement of 100 years of Parkdale Market at our grand opening celebration! Join for a day filled with festivities suitable for all ages. From live entertainment  … Read more

The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Tale

240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4

This immersive experience, inspired by Jean Giono’s beloved story and adapted into an Oscar-winning film by Quebec animator Frédéric Back, takes visitors through a multimedia journey that showcases how one  … Read more

Westboro Farmers’ Market

PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4 PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4

Discover more than 60 local vendors in Westboro every Saturday from May to October. Wander beneath the tree canopy as you shop for the freshest seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked  … Read more

Barrhaven Farmers’ Market

PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4 PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4

Experience over 20 local vendors in Barrhaven every Sunday from May to October. Engage with the community while exploring the freshest seasonal produce, baked goods, prepared foods and more. Savor  … Read more

Beetlejuice

290 Picton Ave, Ottawa, K1Z8P8 290 Picton Ave, Ottawa, K1Z8P8

He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Ottawa. It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia  … Read more

Orléans Farmers’ Market

PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4 PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4

Explore 35+ local vendors in Orléans every Thursday from May to October. Browse the freshest seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and more. This producer-only market ensures  … Read more

Jukebox Lunch Concerts

1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1

Stop by the NAC on Thursdays this spring for the third season of Jukebox Lunch Concerts! Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the sunny Peter A. Herrndorf Place. Bring  … Read more

Ottawa Improv Festival 

Get ready to laugh and have fun as you witness hilarious comedy created on the spot! The Ottawa Improv Festival has lined up some awesome local, national and international improv  … Read more

Ottawa Ribfest on Sparks Street

Sparks Street, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street, Ottawa, K1P 5B7 Sparks Street, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street, Ottawa, K1P 5B7

Sample some of the best BBQ chicken and ribs you’ll ever taste!

Ottawa Dressage Festival

401 & 411 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, K2H 8T1 401 & 411 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, K2H 8T1

Experience the elegance and precision of world-class dressage at one of Canada’s largest dressage shows. Watch elite riders compete for international qualifications, cheer on future stars in the Rising Stars  … Read more

Le Grand Poutinefest

The Grand PoutineFest is the must-attend event for all poutine lovers! In addition to its delectable classics, this year's festival features new menu items, poutine-beverage pairings with microbrews, and a  … Read more

Ongoing

Illuminated Seasons

National Arts Centre 1 Elgin St, Ottawa

Highlighting the four seasons and local plants of the Outaouais region in Quebec, L’atelier de l’Aube (Marie Drolet and Oleksandr Polishchuck), in collaboration with Emily Rose Michaud, created Illuminated Seasons.  … Read more

Rapid FC: Full Season Package

TD Place 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa

Experience Ottawa’s first ever season of professional women’s soccer! Ottawa Rapid FC joins the Northern Super League, Canada’s first professional women’s soccer league. Unlock exclusive benefits and support the growth  … Read more

Lansdowne Outdoor Farmers’ Market

TD Place 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa

From the heart of the land to the heart of the city! Connect with 85+ local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square every Sunday. Shop for the freshest seasonal produce,  … Read more

Beetlejuice

National Arts Centre 1 Elgin St, Ottawa

He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Ottawa. It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia  … Read more

Evening in the Maritimes

The Westin Ottawa, 1 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9H4 Canada The Westin Ottawa, 1 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9H4 Canada

This year’s Evening in the Maritimes is the 29th year for Ottawa’s premier East Coast kitchen party, a unique event that brings together hundreds of high-profile guests every year from  … Read more

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