BanFest brings together Haitian culinary excellence, artistic creativity, and the strength of the business community. This unique event unites Haitian restaurants, acclaimed artists, community leaders, and an engaged audience for an evening of culture, prestige, and meaningful connections. More than a gala, BanFest offers opportunities to network, raise your profile, and strengthen ties within the  … Read more

Curious to see what the National Capital Commission does? Join them for a behind-the-scenes peek into the day-to-day activities and projects happening in the National Capital Region. There will be walking and cycling tours, kiosks and NCC expert presentations at many sites across the region. You’ll learn about architecture, landscape design, archaeology, sustainable farming and  … Read more

The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts.

Come purchase vegetables, honey, meat, sauces, cheese, and other goods from local producers in rural Ottawa. The market was founded in 1994 by local residents Carolyn Seabrook and Andrew Harkness. Carolyn sold Andrew on the idea of a farmers’ market in her family’s vacant barn, and together they launched the project.

Support your local farmers' market every Saturday from May to October! Discover the finest fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals and more. As a producer-only market, all vendors make, bake and grow everything within 100 kilometers of Ottawa. Enjoy live music and special programming while you shop.

Bodies Of Art invites audiences to experience a night where art, music, movement, and a touch of mischief collide. Performers become living canvases — painted, glittered, and adorned — bringing burlesque, pole artistry, dance, and acrobatics together in a dazzling display. Guests can also join the transformation with live body and face painting and take  … Read more