The Ottawa Cultural Festival celebrates the richness and diversity of cultures from around the world. Enjoy a full day of creative markets, art exhibitions, performances, dance, and global cuisine in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. The experience culminates with an exclusive concert by KO-C, bringing communities together through music and celebration.

Take on a 5K obstacle course alongside your four-legged best friend at the Ruffneck K9 Obstacle Run. This fun trail adventure features unique challenges for both humans and dogs, with lawn games, snacks, and family-friendly entertainment for spectators to enjoy. Free for spectators, making it a perfect day out for the whole family.

Ottawa Deaf Expo (formerly known as Ottawa Mayfest) is a non-profit social and cultural event for the Deaf, Deafened, Oral Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. This celebration has taken place biennial in Ottawa since 1991.​This event draws attendees from across Ontario as well as Quebec. Family, friends, and supporters in the community come together  … Read more

Wedding Party is a fully improvised comedy that follows a bride and their besties on a wild weekend away. Expect unexpected twists, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs as friends old and new come together to celebrate love and friendship. A joyful, unscripted night that proves the best stories are the ones you don’t plan.

The Ottawa Lapsmith and Mineral Club (OLMC) presents its annual Gem, Mineral & Jewellery Show and Sale, featuring more than 60 dealers with something for everyone: rough and polished stones, fossils, metorites, one-of-a-kind jewellery, carvings and other stone crafts, books and machinery. A number of organizations have been invited to provide fascinating information about geology  … Read more

Come enjoy a pleasant walking, biking, or driving tour of art studios located in two great Ottawa west-end neighbourhoods.