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Cultural events
2026 Karsh Continuum exhibit
This exhibition brings together work by Angelina Barrucco, Barry Pottle, and Laura Taler in a presentation that honours the legacy of Yousuf Karsh and Malak Karsh while continuing a tradition … Read more
Drag the Archive: Photographs of Queer Gender Performance
Drag the Archive is a collaborative practicum project by Carleton University students in partnership with the City of Ottawa Equity Team and the City of Ottawa Archives. Through photography, the … Read more
Judy Nakagawa – Complicated Heart exhibition at City Hall Art Gallery
This exhibition features sculptural works by Canadian artist Judy Nakagawa. Through delicate materials and expansive forms, the sculptures explore themes of memory, resilience, and cultural heritage. Inspired by the artist’s … Read more
Jane Siberry
Canadian singer-songwriter Jane Siberry has been inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame and won the Polaris ‘Legends’ Award for her iconic album The Speckless Sky. After a 10-year … Read more
Free Thursday Nights presented by BMO at the National Gallery of Canada
From 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights, experience the National Gallery of Canada with music and an artful atmosphere. Take part in free art-making activities and themed tours, and … Read more
Ottawa Grassroots Festival
Come together to celebrate music and community at this vibrant annual festival of concerts and participatory workshops. The Ottawa Grassroots Festival is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to cultivating community … Read more