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Cultural events
Band Concerts on Parliament Hill
Daily, from late June to late August, regimental bands from the Ceremonial Guard will perform a free concert from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m.The band normally marches from the Cartier Square … Read more
Changing of the Guard
Bring your camera to capture vibrant photos of soldiers in scarlet uniforms and bearskin hats as they perform precise drills to the music of a military band on Parliament Hill.The … Read more
Songs from the Shed
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
Summertime science!
Summertime science! is a celebration of curiosity, creativity, and exploration—all summer long! From immersive dome films and outdoor experiments to vintage train rides and behind-the-scenes tours, visitors of all ages … Read more
Songs from the Shed
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
Relief of the Sentries
Sentries will be mounted at the front door and front gate of Rideau Hall. The rotation of sentries between the Guard Room and the sentry posts takes place every … Read more