Teams of 10 demonstrate that they have the fortitude to pull a 10+ tonne fire truck 100 feet. Watch the teams compete and cheer them on!

Explore downtown Ottawa through an Indigenous lens during these guided walking tours led by artist and educator Jaime Morse. Learn how monuments, art, and landscapes reflect the presence and histories  … 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. Every Saturday evening, local DJs and electronic  … Read more

Nuit Blanche Ottawa is a free, all-night contemporary art festival returning this fall, transforming public spaces into immersive, illuminated, and artistic playgrounds from dusk until sunrise. Focused on innovation and technology, it  … Read more

The spirit of Ottawa takes centre stage on Bytown’s 200th birthday on September 26, 2026 at Marion Dewar Plaza with fun for the whole family.

Frightfest at Saunders Farm is Canada’s top haunted attraction, featuring multiple haunted experiences, street theatre, fresh food, and homemade confections. Guests can enjoy a thrilling night and satisfy their appetites  … Read more