Highlighting the four seasons and local plants of the Outaouais region in Quebec, L’atelier de l’Aube (Marie Drolet and Oleksandr Polishchuck), in collaboration with Emily Rose Michaud, created Illuminated Seasons. Using hand carving and moulding techniques, each porcelain tile is illuminated to showcase the delicate and intricate craftmanship. Each piece holds personal meaning to the … Read more
This family friendly musical production celebrates all things Canadian! The two-hour show features famous characters singing Canadian hits, plus an optional Canadian meal. During Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa, you’ll see some of your favourite Canadian pop culture personalities, such as a Mountie, a Hockey Player, Anne of Green Gables and Klondike Kitty. They all … Read more
Experience Ottawa’s first ever season of professional women’s soccer! Ottawa Rapid FC joins the Northern Super League, Canada’s first professional women’s soccer league. Unlock exclusive benefits and support the growth of women’s sports locally by purchasing your season ticket today!
Experience the joy and excitement of 100 years of Parkdale Market at our grand opening celebration! Join for a day filled with festivities suitable for all ages. From live entertainment to delicious treats, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Come be a part of this historic milestone as we commemorate a century of community and … Read more
Discover more than 60 local vendors in Westboro every Saturday from May to October. Wander beneath the tree canopy as you shop for the freshest seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and more. Enjoy lunch at the food court while listening to live music. Everything is authentic, with no resellers and produced … Read more
Experience over 20 local vendors in Barrhaven every Sunday from May to October. Engage with the community while exploring the freshest seasonal produce, baked goods, prepared foods and more. Savor a delicious lunch and enjoy live music. Everything is authentic, with no resellers and produced within 100 kilometers of Ottawa.
Experience Retro – Popular Music in Canada From the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s! Explore 100+ artists who shaped an era, from Joni Mitchell to Rush. See stage outfits, instruments, and rare memorabilia while reliving the music that defined generations. Feel the power of music as a force for creativity, expression, and change.
After years of traveling abroad, Avery Sutton returns home to Connecticut with his fiancée, only to discover that his family and childhood home are far from what he remembers. The house is tilted at an odd angle, the dog has become uncontrollable, his supposedly deceased grandmother is alive and well, and his elderly aunt innocently … Read more
The Fringe Festival is a celebration of the arts and an opportunity for local, national and international artists to showcase their original work.
Join fellow sports fans and catch professional baseball games from May to September in Canada’s capital at Ottawa Stadium, just east of downtown. The Ottawa Titans Baseball Club plays in the Eastern Conference of the Frontier League, which includes 15 teams from Ontario, Québec, and the U.S. northeast. The team’s mascot, Cappy, is a family … Read more
This NACO Mentorship program is made possible in part through the generous support of the Friends of the NAC Orchestra. ----- Experience an evening of music that celebrates the joyful eruptions of spring and the warm serenity of the desert. Elemental, primordial, dissonant, pagan: words that describe Igor Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring making it a … Read more
Join the Metcalfe Night Market for an evening of shopping, live music, and delicious food! Explore 50+ local vendors, rain or shine, offering unique handmade products. Enjoy a meal, dessert, and great company in a lively atmosphere. Dogs welcome!
The Ottawa Jazz Festival, established in 1980, is one of Canada’s premier jazz events, renowned for showcasing world-class talent in the heart of the nation’s capital. As it marks its 45th anniversary in 2025, the Festival remains a cherished summer tradition, featuring a diverse array of international and Canadian artists across jazz, blues, soul, and … Read more
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
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!
Layers of Sound & History. Celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2025, the Ottawa Jazz Festival’s programming continues to be a trailblazer in the complexities and explorations of jazz. The Ottawa Jazz Festival exists to advance the appreciation and knowledge of all music, in particular jazz, by programming music that richly underscores the continuing creativity and diversity … Read more
Explore a variety of themed markets at The Art Hub and The Warehouse, each offering a unique shopping experience. The Art Hub will host the Comic & Geek Night Market on August 9 and the Halloween Night Market on October 25. At The Warehouse, discover the Made by Us, Just for You: Summer Market on … Read more
Conquer 6 km of epic obstacles, mud pits and fun at Mud Hero! Perfect for all fitness levels, this unforgettable adventure combines teamwork, laughs and a party vibe. Gather your crew and join Ottawa’s most thrilling obstacle race experience!Are you ready to get muddy?
Experience the vibrant spirit of Filipino culture in Ottawa. Indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, enjoy lively performances, and connect with local Filipinos. A weekend of fun, flavour, and Filipino pride awaits—do not miss it!
The Ottawa Bicycle Club’s most demanding event attracts up to 1,500 riders in a two-day trip to Kingston and back. The annual two-day event is one of the largest such events in Canada, offering an unforgettable cycling experience. The tour features four unique routes with one-way lengths of 106km to 220km. The routes go through … Read more
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 … Read more
June 21-22, 2025 at Wesley Clover Parks, Ottawa 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) … Read more
Join fellow sports fans and catch professional baseball games from May to September in Canada’s capital at Ottawa Stadium, just east of downtown. The Ottawa Titans Baseball Club plays in the Eastern Conference of the Frontier League, which includes 15 teams from Ontario, Québec, and the U.S. northeast. The team’s mascot, Cappy, is a family … Read more
Join fellow sports fans and catch professional baseball games from May to September in Canada’s capital at Ottawa Stadium, just east of downtown. The Ottawa Titans Baseball Club plays in the Eastern Conference of the Frontier League, which includes 15 teams from Ontario, Québec, and the U.S. northeast. The team’s mascot, Cappy, is a family … Read more
Join fellow sports fans and catch professional baseball games from May to September in Canada’s capital at Ottawa Stadium, just east of downtown. The Ottawa Titans Baseball Club plays in the Eastern Conference of the Frontier League, which includes 15 teams from Ontario, Québec, and the U.S. northeast. The team’s mascot, Cappy, is a family … Read more
Get ready to experience an intimate and interactive 90 minute magic and mentalism show with feats you never thought were possible; you don't just watch the show - you become a part of it!
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts.
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.
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.
Ottawa Rapid FC vs. Calgary Wild FC Ottawa's inaugural professional women's soccer team, competing in the Northern Super League (NSL) take on Calgary Wild FC.
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 … Read more
Three Days Grace & Volbeat Sunday, June 22, 2025 7 PM Three Days Grace Three Days Grace balance moments of extreme emotion on an axis of pummeling hard rock anthems and pensive balladry. Along the way, the Juno Award-nominated multiplatinum record-breaking Ontario, Canada quartet have amassed billions of streams and millions of album sales, sold … Read more
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