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
Celebrate 40 years of the City of Ottawa Public Art Program at Coalescence: Selections from the City of Ottawa Art Collection. Explore 40 stunning reproductions featuring a variety of media, … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
This solo exhibition highlights Skawennati’s innovative artistic journey, exploring Indigenous identities and futures through digital media and storytelling. Rooted in Haudenosaunee storytelling, her work blends technology, avatars, and immersive visuals … Read more
Experience Retro – Popular Music in Canada From the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s! Explore 100+ artists who shaped an era, from Joni Mitchell to Rush. See stage outfits, instruments, and … Read more
A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series, … Read more
After years of traveling abroad, Avery Sutton returns home to Connecticut with his fiancée, only to discover that his family and childhood home are far from what he remembers. The … Read more
The Fringe Festival is a celebration of the arts and an opportunity for local, national and international artists to showcase their original work.
This exhibition explores the complex emotions experienced by diasporic communities living away from their homeland. Artist Abdourahman captures the “second chase,” a haunting longing for home and ancestral connection. Admission … Read more
A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series, … Read more
A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series, … Read more
This acclaimed play by Sir Alan Ayckbourn blends humour, insight, and heart in a contemporary story about six Londoners searching for love, connection, and a place to call home. A … Read more
A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series, … Read more
Escapade Music Festival is the first festival of its kind in the NCR. It is an event dedicated to the development of the electronic music scene and demographic in the … Read more
This free multi-day summer festival on the Rideau River—the largest event of its kind in North America—features racing, concerts, family fun, local food vendors and more.Each June, you can watch … Read more
Get ready for the third edition of UNA BULLA! A Cuban Salsa Extravaganza. This high-energy, three-day festival features over 20 workshops in Cuban Salsa, Casino Rueda, and Afro-Cuban dance, plus … Read more
It's the pleasure of getting together, sharing local culture and discovering others from elsewhere. With more than 40 years of existence, the festival continues to grow and refuses to grow … Read more
During this summer jazz festival, outdoor stages, theatres, galleries, restaurants and clubs throughout downtown Ottawa buzz with fans enjoying every kind of jazz—from big band to avant garde—and more.The Ottawa … Read more
Experience the vibrant spirit of Filipino culture in Ottawa. Indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, enjoy lively performances, and connect with local Filipinos. A weekend of fun, flavour, and Filipino pride awaits—do … Read more
The Ottawa Bicycle Club’s most demanding event attracts up to 1,500 riders in a two-day trip to Kingston and back. The annual two-day event is one of the largest such … Read more
Experience Canada's diverse Indigenous cultures through interactive activities, live performances, and FREE family fun. Savour Indigenous foods, register for creative workshops, shop the Indigenous Marketplace, and enjoy non-stop live entertainment. … Read more
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Gibbs Honey during a guided tour of the home apiary, honey house, hives, and wildflower meadows. Led by an expert beekeeper, this hands-on experience includes … Read more
Visit the ByWard Market every other Sunday to explore 30+ vendors offering handmade goods like home decor, jewelry, cider, spices and more!
This summer, Sparks Street pulses with the energy of Ottawa's electronic music scene through Live from the Booth, a free outdoor concert series presented by the Downtown BIA and Ottawa … Read more
Experience the magic of Cirque de Paris, an all-new one-ring spectacle blending thrills, humor, and elegance. Presented by Anouchka Bouglione, this dazzling show features Europe’s top circus artists, including BMX … Read more
This summer, Sparks Street pulses with the energy of Ottawa's electronic music scene through Live from the Booth, a free outdoor concert series presented by the Downtown BIA and Ottawa … Read more
June 21-22, 2025 at Wesley Clover Parks, Ottawa Experience Canada's diverse Indigenous cultures through interactive activities, live performances, and FREE family fun. Savour Indigenous foods, register for creative workshops, shop … Read more
This summer, Sparks Street pulses with the energy of Ottawa's electronic music scene through Live from the Booth, a free outdoor concert series presented by the Downtown BIA and Ottawa … Read more
Get ready to dance, Ottawa! Head to the ByWard Market every Sunday with free open-level dance classes at 3 pm, followed by social dancing at 4. No partner or experience … Read more
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