Hop aboard the Ottawa River Queen for the Pure Country 94 Boat Cruise on June 20! Kick off your weekend with country hits, dancing, giveaways, and stunning river views. Must be 19+.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice in the ByWard Market with an Indigenous Market hosted by Adaawewigamig. Enjoy Indigenous food, live entertainment, a fashion show, and shop from over 60 vendors.

Escapade Music Festival is the first festival of its kind in the NCR. It is an event dedicated to the development of the electronic music scene and demographic in the NCR. Escapade Music Festival's goals are to produce a festival during the Canada Day time frame that is unrivalled in the country by combining the  … Read more

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  … Read more

Get ready for the third edition of UNA BULLA! A Cuban Salsa Extravaganza. This high-energy, three-day festival features over 20 workshops in Cuban Salsa, Casino Rueda, and Afro-Cuban dance, plus vibrant performances and nightly socials. Join us for a weekend of music, movement, and Latin celebration.

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!