Ottawa Events Calendar

Black history in Ottawa Streets
2025-07-19 | W.E.P., 111, Albert Street,, Ottawa, K1P 1A5, W.E.P., 111, Albert Street,, Ottawa, K1P 1A5
Hop on a historic bus tour through the streets of Ottawa and uncover the vibrant tapestry of Black history in the capital and across Canada. Each stop shares stories of resilience, culture, and community.

Cumberland Farmers' Market
2025-07-19 | 1115 Dunning Rd, Cumberland, K4C 1P6, 1115 Dunning Rd, Cumberland, K4C 1P6
Cumberland Farmers Market offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere filled with music, fresh food, and community spirit. Discover fresh vegetables, pasture-raised meats, local chicken and mushrooms, maple syrup, honey, berries, garlic, and more.

Don Kwan's Chinatown Walking Tour
2025-07-19 | City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1, City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1
Explore Ottawa’s Chinatown with local artist Don Kwan, who grew up in the neighbourhood and shares his unique perspective on this dynamic area. Learn about the history, public art, and vibrant culture through stories and personal insight. Each tour ends with a special guest activity.

Hartwells Lockstation
2025-07-19 | 25 Eddy St 6th Fl (25-6-Y), Gatineau, K1A 0M5, 25 Eddy St 6th Fl (25-6-Y), Gatineau, K1A 0M5
Join Parks Canada and hundreds of your fellow paddlers for this free mass paddling event on the Rideau Canal.
Paddlers of all skill levels and backgrounds will come together for a special event celebrating our community.
Imagine a ‘flash mob’ of colourful canoes and kayaks, descending upon of Hartwells Lock for a celebratory lockage.

No cost to register; all abilities are welcome
Bring your own canoe/kayak + PFD’s for all participants
Spectators are encouraged to watch from land

Come feel the excitement with Parks Canada at this unique event in your own backyard.

Music on the Canal
2025-07-19 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Celebrate summer with Music on the Canal, the NAC’s floating concert series on Thursdays and Saturdays in July. Featuring artists such as Miguel de Armas and DYSTOH perform live as the boat glides between the National Arts Centre and Dow’s Lake, filling the Rideau Canal with joyful sound.

Summer Volley & Salsa
2025-07-19
Spend your Saturday evening on the beach with volleyball, an intro salsa lesson, and dancing. Equipment, music, and good vibes are provided—just bring your swimsuit, water, and sunscreen. Free event.

Lock & Paddle
2025-07-19 | 25 Eddy St 6th Fl (25-6-Y), Gatineau, K1A 0M5, 25 Eddy St 6th Fl (25-6-Y), Gatineau, K1A 0M5

Touch-A-Truck
2025-07-19 | 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, K2G 1W2, 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, K2G 1W2
Get hands-on with the machines that power the landscaping industry during this free, family-friendly event. Kids and adults alike can explore a range of industry vehicles and equipment in a fun and educational setting. A quiet hour runs from 9 to 10 a.m. for a more sensory-friendly experience. Bring a picnic, enjoy the green space and learn more about this essential profession in a welcoming community environment.

Beekeeping Experience
2025-07-19 - 2025-07-20 | 501 Mac Callum’s Lane, Vankleek Hill, K0B 1R0, 501 Mac Callum's Lane, Vankleek Hill, K0B 1R0
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Gibbs Honey during a guided tour of the home apiary, honey house, hives, and wildflower meadows. Led by an expert beekeeper, this hands-on experience includes opening a hive, spotting the queen, and witnessing the intricate life of bees up close. A unique outing perfect for small groups, team building, or a day trip to scenic Vankleek Hill.

See the Bees
2025-07-19 - 2025-07-20 | 538 River Road, Ottawa, K1V 1E9, 538 River Road, Ottawa, K1V 1E9
Get the buzz on bees during this hands-on weekend experience, running from May 17 to August 17. Watch beekeepers at work, learn how hives function, and if you’re feeling brave, suit up and hold a frame of bees. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

The Procession at Corridor 45|75
2025-07-19 - 2025-10-19 | City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1, City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1
This sculptural installation features a funeral procession of genderfluid, otherworldly figures crafted from recycled materials. Created to honour the artist’s pre-transition self, it celebrates transformation and affirms queer and trans identities. Drawing from mythology and reimagined folk tales, the work invites reflection on change, memory, and becoming. Ottawa-based artist Aaron Daniels Casey blends surrealism and storytelling to explore identity through multimedia creation.

Image: Aaron Daniels Casey, Pink Doe, Trumpeter, Wolf and Indigo Dancer (installation), 2025, reclaimed fabric, jewellery and acrylic on newsprint and packing tape, variable dimensions, courtesy of the artist

Carp Farmers’ Market
2025-07-19 08:00 - 13:00 UTC | Carp Farmers’ Market
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts.

North Gower Farmers' Market
2025-07-19 08:30 - 13:00 | North Gower Farmers’ Market
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.

Main Street Farmers' Market
2025-07-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Main Street Farmers’ Market, PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4
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.

613Flea
2025-07-19 10:00 - 23:59 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
Don’t miss the ever-changing 613flea marketplace that features eclectic goods, handmade, antiques, vintage clothing, great foods and one-of-a-kinds at Lansdowne Park. The 613flea marketplace is always on a Saturday (and always free to attend) but the dates change each month.

Thai Street Food Festival
2025-07-19 11:00 - 18:00
Celebrate the sights, sounds, and flavours of Thailand at this one-day summer festival hosted by the Royal Thai Embassy. Enjoy authentic street food, cultural performances, artisan shopping, and Muay Thai demos. New this year: enter to win a luxury hotel stay in Thailand.

Live from the Booth
2025-07-19 18:00 - 2025-11-22 20:00
This summer, Sparks Street pulses with the energy of Ottawa’s electronic music scene through Live from the Booth, a free outdoor concert series presented by the Downtown BIA and Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC). Every Saturday evening, local DJs and electronic artists transform the pedestrian mall into a vibrant dance floor, offering music enthusiasts an energetic start to their weekends.

David Foggia
2025-07-19 19:30 - 21:30
Get ready for a night of sharp, offbeat humour at Cultures Comedy Club. Headliner David Foggia brings his acclaimed and anxious take on everyday absurdities to the stage, joined by a lineup of professional comedians.

Artisans' Market by Minerva Ottawa
2025-07-20
Visit the ByWard Market every other Sunday to explore 30+ vendors offering handmade goods like home decor, jewelry, cider, spices and more!

Fanaticcon
2025-07-20
Fanaticcon is Ottawa’s ultimate fan experience, perfect for all pop culture enthusiasts! This convention showcases the best in vintage toys, comics, retro games, unique art, costuming, exclusive show items, entertainment, special guests, and much more.
With over 140 exhibitor spaces featuring comics, toys, games, and countless other treasures, Fanaticcon is a must-attend event for fans of all ages. Don’t miss out on this expanded unique pop culture celebration!

Marché du Square
2025-07-20
Come to Terrasse du Square and meet Outaouais artisans: florists and artists, jewelers, gourmet food producers, potters, candle makers and much more.
This is a place that brings everyone together. Where food and drinks are shared and memories are created.

Zumba on the Hill
2025-07-20
Zumba classes at the Parliament Hill! Come and party on Canada’s Parliament Hill!

Lansdowne Farmers' Market
2025-07-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Aberdeen Pavilion, Aberdeen Pavilion
From the heart of the land to the heart of the city! Connect with 85+ local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Pavilion every Sunday. Shop for the freshest seasonal produce, meat & dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more. Stop by the food court for lunch and enjoy the market musicians. Everything is authentic (no resellers) and produced within 100km of Ottawa!

Ottawa RedBlacks
2025-07-20 19:00 - 22:00 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
Ottawa’s Canadian Football League (CFL) team home game

Great Gable - 'Small Fry' Album Tour
2025-07-20 19:00 - 23:00
Western Australian rock band Great Gable returns to their roots with Small Fry, a deeply personal album inspired by their home state. Recorded in Perth for the first time since 2018, the album marks their debut at Blackbird Studios with producer Dave Parkin. Lead singer Alex Whiteman, guitarist Matt Preen, bassist Christopher Bye, and drummer Madi Hanley have crafted a record that captures the essence of Western Australia while showcasing their evolving sound.
Alex reflects, “A lot of the album draws from my experiences growing up in WA. Those memories bring a mix of emotions, nostalgia, and sentimentality, which make the music feel authentic and special to me.”
From the first notes of Best Friend to the closing moments of Asleep, the authenticity of Small Fry is unmistakable. Following their 2023 EP Read The Room, Alex wrote much of the album solo at home between tours, later sharing his demos with the band and Dave. “Dave did a great job of preserving the original vibe of the demos while improving the overall sound quality,” Alex adds.
Small Fry offers listeners a genuine glimpse into the band’s journey and their connection to the place they call home.

Ottawa REDBLACKS vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats
2025-07-20 19:00 - 23:59 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
It’s Sunday night under the lights and the Tiger-Cats are coming to town. Kick off your night with $10 + HST happy hour drinks and a live band at Gate 1, and then stick around after the final whistle for Fans on the Field.
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Commissionaires Ottawa Open
2025-07-21 - 2025-07-27
The Commissionaires Ottawa Open is an annual PGA TOUR Canada tournament held at Eagle Creek.

Ottawa BlackJacks
2025-07-21 19:30 - 22:30 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
The Ottawa BlackJacks are a Canadian professional basketball team based in Ottawa. They compete in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.

Ottawa BlackJacks vs. Brampton Honey Badgers
2025-07-21 19:30 - 23:59 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
Ottawa BlackJacks vs. Brampton Honey Badgers
BlackJacks return for the 2025 CEBL Season, taking on Brampton Honey Badgers

Strathcona Summer Faerie Picnics
2025-07-22
Cirquonscient returns to Strathcona Park with free evening Faerie Pop-up picnics featuring circus arts and aerial acrobatics. Settle in with a blanket or stop by as whimsical performers enchant audiences in a riverside setting. Enjoy a playful summer evening with some of Ottawa’s top circus and aerial artists.
