Cultural events

Hop on a historic bus tour through the streets of Ottawa and uncover the vibrant tapestry of Black history in the capital and across Canada. Each stop shares stories of  … Read more

Rhythm Around the World is a vibrant production by The Iron Cabaret that celebrates global cultural heritage through dance, music and storytelling. Featuring Ottawa-based dancers, aerialists, pole dancers and burlesque  … 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

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

Step back in time to the year 1740, in Quebec with Marguerite: le feu. Witness the historic trial of Marguerite Duplessis, an Indigenous woman declaring her freedom from slavery. This  … Read more

Celebrate francophone culture through concerts, street art and entertainment at this annual outdoor event in Canada’s capital.During one weekend each year, French speakers and Francophiles gather in downtown Ottawa for  … Read more