Ottawa Events Calendar

Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-21 | , Ottawa, , Ottawa
This free multi-day summer festival on the Rideau River—the largest event of its kind in North America—features racing, concerts, family fun, local food vendors and more.
Each June, you can watch exciting races and enjoy top-notch concerts at the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival for free! The fundraising festival takes place just south of downtown Ottawa at beautiful Mooney’s Bay Park, with its sandy beach and large Giver 150 children’s playground. Cheer on teams of 20 paddlers, each guided by a drummer and a steersperson, as they power large, colourful boats!

Festival L'Outaouais en Fête
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-24
It’s the pleasure of getting together, sharing local culture and discovering others from elsewhere. With more than 40 years of existence, the festival continues to grow and refuses to grow old!

Ottawa Jazz Festival
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-28 | , Ottawa, K1N 5T2, , Ottawa, K1N 5T2
Founded in 1980, the Ottawa Jazz Festival is one of Canada’s premier music events, renowned for presenting world-class talent in the heart of the nation’s capital. A cherished summer tradition, the festival showcases a diverse lineup of international and Canadian artists spanning jazz, blues, soul, and experimental music.
Over the decades, it has evolved into a vibrant celebration of live performance, forging lasting connections between artists and audiences. With programming that honours jazz’s rich legacy while boldly exploring new musical frontiers, the festival continues to inspire and captivate.
Enjoy an unforgettable celebration in Ottawa of some of the most exciting and innovative music being made today.

The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
2026-06-19 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-20 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-21 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-22 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-23 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-24 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-25 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-26 11:00 - 16:00 UTC and 17 more dates | The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre, 1200 St Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest.
📅 Event Hours
Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Saturday, September 27 & Sunday, September 28 | 11 AM – 4 PM
🎁 What’s happening during event hours:
Free limited-edition tote bags (while supplies last)
On-site brand styling ambassadors to guide you through The Shop List and curated fall capsule collections from St. Laurent retailers
Step into the season with style inspiration, shopping perks, and your chance at an unforgettable shopping spree.

Beechwood Market
2026-06-20 | 381 Larouche St, Vanier, K1L 7L1, 381 Larouche St, Vanier, K1L 7L1
Shop local at the Beechwood Market every Saturday from June through October.
Explore a wide range of local products, including fresh produce, farm eggs, yogurt, cheeses, meat, poultry, coffee, tea, home and health items and much more.
During the off-season, you can still get your favorite market products from the Online Market Store. Open year-round, it’s a convenient way to support local businesses from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free pickup locations across the city or take advantage of the dedicated delivery service.

Ottawa Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | 4420 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, K2R 1H4, 4420 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, K2R 1H4
Experience Canada’s diverse Indigenous cultures through interactive activities, live performances, and FREE family fun. Savour Indigenous foods, register for creative workshops, shop the Indigenous Marketplace, and enjoy non-stop live entertainment. Catch the Glow-in-the-Dark Pow Wow and a spectacular drone show. The International Competition Pow Wow (all weekend) features Grammy-nominated Bear Creek and 2024 champions Battle Nation as Host Drums. Family-friendly fun includes the SuperDogs, axe throwing, Jed the Mechanical Bull, Inuit Games, and Mādahòkì Farm’s Ojibwe Spirit Horses. Throughout June, enjoy live concerts and other Indigenous programming at venues across the city.
