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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-9/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-10/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:THINGS WHICH ARE PER SE CONTINUOUS: The Michael Nesbitt Collection\, Winnipeg
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition celebrates a major gift to the National Gallery of Canada from Winnipeg collector Michael Nesbitt. Featuring paintings\, sculptures\, and mixed media works\, it explores connections between Nesbitt’s transformative donation and the Gallery’s permanent collection. Anchored by Lawrence Weiner’s evocative text piece\, the exhibition highlights the enduring impact of artistic continuity across time and space.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/things-which-are-per-se-continuous-the-michael-nesbitt-collection-winnipeg/
LOCATION:380 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, K1N 9N4\, 380 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, K1N 9N4
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:Things which are per se continuous: The Michael Nesbitt Collection\, Winnipeg
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition celebrates a major gift to the National Gallery of Canada from Winnipeg collector Michael Nesbitt. Featuring paintings\, sculptures\, and mixed media works\, it explores connections between Nesbitt’s transformative donation and the Gallery’s permanent collection. Anchored by Lawrence Weiner’s evocative text piece\, the exhibition highlights the enduring impact of artistic continuity across time and space.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/things-which-are-per-se-continuous-the-michael-nesbitt-collection-winnipeg-2/
LOCATION:380 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, K1N 9N4\, 380 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, K1N 9N4
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250712T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:Live from the Booth
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/live-from-the-booth-6/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:Love in a Dangerous Time: Canada’s LGBT Purge
DESCRIPTION:This pop‐up exhibit by the Canadian Museum for Human Rights speaks to decades of human rights violations against 2SLGBTQI+ Canadians who wanted to serve their country and the brave activists who fought back. It is designed to educate and inspire Canadians to help create a future in which the rights of all 2SLGBTQI+ people are respected.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/love-in-a-dangerous-time-canadas-lgbt-purge/
LOCATION:1 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5W1\, 1 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5W1
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251119
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250605T104817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T104817Z
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-11/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250605T104817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T104817Z
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-12/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250710T104821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T104821Z
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SUMMARY:The Procession at Corridor 45|75
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nImage: 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
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/the-procession-at-corridor-4575/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Ottawa\, K1P 1J1\, City Hall\, Ottawa\, K1P 1J1
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250719T180000
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SUMMARY:Live from the Booth
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/live-from-the-booth-7/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250605T104818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T104818Z
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-13/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-14/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:Live from the Booth
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/live-from-the-booth-8/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250605T104818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T104818Z
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-15/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:Theatre Under the Stars: The Girl With No Hands
DESCRIPTION:Escape into a darkly comic fantasy where an unlikely heroine fights to rewrite her fate. Set beneath the stars on the banks of the Rideau River\, Odyssey Theatre’s 39th season presents the world premiere of The Girl With No Hands — a bold\, imaginative tale where dreams spark transformation. Experience the magic of open-air theatre in beautiful Strathcona Park.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/theatre-under-the-stars-the-girl-with-no-hands/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250605T104818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T104818Z
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-16/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250605T104750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T104750Z
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SUMMARY:Queer History of Ottawa Tours
DESCRIPTION:Explore Ottawa’s 2SLGBTQIA+ past on a lively walking tour led by local drag king and public historian Morgan Mercury. Discover stories of queer resilience\, activism\, and joy while visiting historic sites that have shaped the city’s vibrant community.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/queer-history-of-ottawa-tours-2/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Ottawa\, K1P 1J1\, City Hall\, Ottawa\, K1P 1J1
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250605T104819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T104819Z
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SUMMARY:Songs from the Shed
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series\, Songs from the Shed\, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety of captivating singer-songwriters in solo or duo formations. The project will be run by Ottawa’s own Jessy Lindsay\, bilingual singer-songwriter and program coordinator.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/songs-from-the-shed-17/
LOCATION:Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7\, Sparks Street\, from Elgin Street to Lyon Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5B7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
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SUMMARY:Cinq à sept: A ByWard Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC)\, the ByWard Market District Authority is thrilled to present musicians touring through the National Capital Region and local musicians at this free concert series! Enjoy an array of musical acts every Thursday night beside the iconic ByWard clock. This is an accessible\, free outdoor event.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/cinq-a-sept-a-byward-concert-series/
LOCATION:55 ByWard Market\, Ottawa\, K1N 9C3\, 55 ByWard Market\, Ottawa\, K1N 9C3
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250813T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250824T221500
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250816T042059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T042059Z
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SUMMARY:Odyssey Theatre: The Girl With No Hands
DESCRIPTION:Escape to an imaginative world under the stars where an unlikely heroine fights to rewrite her fate. On the lush banks of the Rideau River in beautiful Strathcona Park\, Odyssey’s 39th season presents the world premiere of The Girl With No Hands — a darkly comic fantasy where dreams awaken new realities. \nThe Girl With No Hands runs from August 3-24\, 2025 in Strathcona Park. Performances are Tuesdays – Sundays at 8pm\, with pay-what-you-wish Sunday matinees at 2pm.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/odyssey-theatre-the-girl-with-no-hands/
LOCATION:Odyssey Theatre: The Girl With No Hands\, 25 Range Rd\, Ottawa\, ON K1N 8J4
CATEGORIES:Shows/Theatre
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250821T104807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T104807Z
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SUMMARY:Lansdowne Park Movie Nights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy free outdoor movie nights in the South Court every Thursday at sunset. Bring your own chair or grab a seat onsite. In case of rain\, movies move inside the Aberdeen Pavilion. For updates or rescheduling due to extreme weather\, check the event’s Facebook page.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/lansdowne-park-movie-nights/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250814T104755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T104755Z
UID:10001823-1755129600-1758239999@ottawaeventscalendar.ca
SUMMARY:Cinq à sept: A ByWard Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC)\, the ByWard Market District Authority is thrilled to present musicians touring through the National Capital Region and local musicians at this free concert series! Enjoy an array of musical acts every Thursday night beside the iconic ByWard clock. This is an accessible\, free outdoor event.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/cinq-a-sept-a-byward-concert-series-2/
LOCATION:55 ByWard Market\, Ottawa\, K1N 9C3\, 55 ByWard Market\, Ottawa\, K1N 9C3
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250619T104909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T104909Z
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SUMMARY:Capital Fair
DESCRIPTION:Featuring a demolition derby\, a petting zoo\, stunt dogs\, and much more!
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/capital-fair/
LOCATION:4837 Albion Road\, Ottawa\, K1X 1A3\, 4837 Albion Road\, Ottawa\, K1X 1A3
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250619T105002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T105002Z
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SUMMARY:Capital Pride
DESCRIPTION:During the third week of August every year\, you can join in diverse celebrations of Ottawa’s 2SLGBTQ+ community in parks\, streets\, clubs and other sites across the city. \nHighlights of Capital Pride include sporting events\, a Rainbow Party\, a family picnic and the always-popular Pride Parade. Choose from a dozen signature events and more than 50 community events—many of them free! \nOn Festival Weekend\, the intersection of Bank Street and Somerset Street West\, the centre of Ottawa’s Gay Village\, becomes an entertainment hub with live music\, a community fair and a beer garden.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/capital-pride/
LOCATION:403 Bank Street\, Ottawa\, K2P 1Y6\, 403 Bank Street\, Ottawa\, K2P 1Y6
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250717T104908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T104908Z
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SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, this summer storytelling workshop welcomes both new and returning participants. Over the course of a week\, attendees will explore tools and techniques for crafting and performing stories for the stage under the guidance of celebrated storyteller Mary Ellen. The workshop is a chance to build confidence\, connect with others\, and share meaningful stories in a supportive group setting.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop/
LOCATION:1 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5W1\, 1 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, K1P 5W1
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250626T104906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T104906Z
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SUMMARY:Nostalgia Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with the classic rock songs of your youth at this five day event featuring concerts by the best tribute bands on the planet.  \nEach summer\, the Nostalgia Music Festival presents some of your favourite tunes from the 70’s\, 80’s and 90’s at Lebreton Flats near downtown Ottawa. Enjoy quality outdoor concerts in an environment customized to provide the best music festival experience possible. All festival-goers have access to a wide variety of quality food and drink vendors\, as well as the benefit of large-format screens that provide superior concert visibility from any vantage point. Or opt for the special VIP Section which features a cabaret style seating area with comfortable chairs and tables\, plus exclusive bar service and private washrooms.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/nostalgia-music-festival/
LOCATION:1777 Aspenview Way\, Orleans\, K1C 6S5\, 1777 Aspenview Way\, Orleans\, K1C 6S5
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250626T104823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T104823Z
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SUMMARY:Five Alarm
DESCRIPTION:At the annual Wayne Rose Memorial Chili Cook-Off in Killaloe\, Ontario\, Ava Rose is determined to break her 16-year losing streak. With the help of a new assistant\, Ava takes on her childhood friend-turned-rival in a heated competition. As she searches for the missing ingredients of her late father’s legendary Five Alarm Chili recipe\, Ava uncovers more than just culinary secrets—she begins to unravel the mysteries of her own past. \nDescribed by the London Free Press as “a laugh-out-loud journey” and hailed by the Port Stanley News as “an intriguing and delightfully funny romp that keeps you guessing\,” this heartwarming comedy promises a perfect blend of humour\, heart\, and spice. \n 
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/five-alarm/
LOCATION:400 King Edward Avenue\, Ottawa\, K1N 7M7\, 400 King Edward Avenue\, Ottawa\, K1N 7M7
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250724T104730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T104730Z
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SUMMARY:Queers & Beers
DESCRIPTION:Queers & Beers returns to Lowertown Brewery for a casual community gathering in the heart of the ByWard Market. Enjoy craft brews in a welcoming space — indoors or outdoors\, weather permitting — designed for queer and trans pub lovers to connect\, chat\, and feel at ease. All genders and sexualities are welcome at this open event\, which encourages meaningful conversation\, new friendships\, and comfort above all.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/queers-beers/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250814T104757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T104757Z
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SUMMARY:Big Dyke Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Maggie May Harder presents the BIG DYKE WEEKEND at Art House\, a multi-day celebration of Pride 2025 dedicated to not-cis-man queer communities. Highlights include a low-stimulus craft and social night\, an inclusive dance party for trans and gender diverse people\, and a dinosaur-themed dance party encouraging creative and playful expression. The venue offers gender-neutral washrooms and one wheelchair accessible washroom; however\, there is no wheelchair ramp\, and entry involves stairs. A range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available. This event takes place on the traditional unceded territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/big-dyke-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Tourism":MAILTO:info@ottawatourism.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTSTAMP:20260503T215904
CREATED:20250821T104737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T104737Z
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SUMMARY:Metcalfe Plaza
DESCRIPTION:From August 14 to September 20\, the Downtown BIA\, in collaboration with Aire Commune and AMASHOWZA\, is turning this central space into a high-energy hub of art\, music\, and culture. Think DJs under the stars\, live performances\, sweat-worthy fitness classes\, buzzing markets\, and epic weekend vibes. Whether you’re catching a show\, grabbing drinks with friends\, or just soaking in the atmosphere\, Metcalfe Plaza is where the party’s at.
URL:https://ottawaeventscalendar.ca/event/metcalfe-plaza/
CATEGORIES:Cultural events
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