Qikiqtait
2025-09-26 - 2027-09-06 | 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4, 240 McLeod Street, Ottawa, K1P 6P4
Discover Qikiqtait: Where Inuit Knowledge and Innovation Come Together, a groundbreaking exhibition showcasing the leadership of the Sanikiluarmiut of Sanikiluaq. Through research, education, environmental stewardship, and the harvesting of eider down — the warmest feather in the world — this exhibition highlights their innovation and resilience. Developed by the Arctic Eider Society with the Canadian Museum of Nature, it celebrates the community’s enduring connection to the land, sea, and each other.

Sylvia Safdie: TERRA
2025-12-12 - 2026-10-25 | 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4, 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4
Sylvia Safdie: TERRA showcases the work of Montreal-based artist Sylvia Safdie, featuring paintings, sculpture, and video. Her work explores memory, dislocation, and the passage of time, often drawing on natural and human-made materials. Safdie combines these elements in unexpected ways, creating symbolic and transformative meanings. Earth – terra – remains a central and enduring material throughout her practice.

Drag the Archive: Photographs of Queer Gender Performance
2026-04-10 09:00 - 2026-12-12 17:00 UTC | Drag the Archive: Photographs of Queer Gender Performance, 100 Tallwood Drive - Gallery 112
Drag the Archive is a collaborative practicum project by Carleton University students in partnership with the City of Ottawa Equity Team and the City of Ottawa Archives. Through photography, the exhibition showcases the life and work of drag performer Paul ”Peaches Latour” Fournier and queer rights activist, editor, news reporter and diplomat Philip Hannan. The project celebrates drag performance and queer gender expression in Ottawa and beyond. Through carefully curated selections of archival records, students bring forward a powerful visual narrative that highlights local histories while connecting them to broader traditions of queer gender expression.

Judy Nakagawa – Complicated Heart exhibition at City Hall Art Gallery
2026-04-16 - 2026-08-02
This exhibition features sculptural works by Canadian artist Judy Nakagawa. Through delicate materials and expansive forms, the sculptures explore themes of memory, resilience, and cultural heritage. Inspired by the artist’s Japanese Canadian background and her interest in movement and space, the works invite viewers to reflect on the relationship between fragility and endurance.

Parkdale Public Market
2026-05-04 - 2026-10-31
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 tradition at Parkdale Market. This is a free outdoor event.

Weekend Bikedays
2026-05-09 - 2026-10-12 | Throughout urban and rural Ottawa and Gatineau, Ottawa-Gatineau, Throughout urban and rural Ottawa and Gatineau, Ottawa-Gatineau
On weekends—and even some weekdays—you can bike, walk, run and in-line skate on several car-free parkways in the Ottawa-Gatineau region.
Weekend Bikedays (previously Sunday Bikedays) creates additional space and time for people to enjoy environmentally friendly outdoor recreation in Canada’s capital. During the warm months, people can safely exercise during select periods on Saturdays and Sundays (as well as select weekdays) on scenic roadways along the Ottawa River, the Rideau Canal and in Gatineau Park.
Full details on locations schedules are listed on the National Capital Commission website.

Carp Farmers’ Market
2026-05-10 - 2026-10-25
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts.

Beekeeping Experience
2026-05-31 - 2026-08-09 | 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.

Summer Maze Days at Saunders Farm
2026-05-31 - 2026-08-31 | 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa, K0A 3P0, 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa, K0A 3P0
Get lost in the fun at Summer Maze Days at Saunders Farm! Explore world-famous mazes, soar on the zipline, and enjoy great food and family fun all summer long.

Cumberland Farmers' Market
2026-06-06 - 2026-10-10 | 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.

Festival L'Outaouais en Fête
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-24
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!

Ottawa Jazz Festival
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-28 | , Ottawa, K1N 5T2, , Ottawa, K1N 5T2
Founded in 1980, the Ottawa Jazz Festival is one of Canada’s premier music events, renowned for presenting world-class talent in the heart of the nation’s capital. A cherished summer tradition, the festival showcases a diverse lineup of international and Canadian artists spanning jazz, blues, soul, and experimental music.
Over the decades, it has evolved into a vibrant celebration of live performance, forging lasting connections between artists and audiences. With programming that honours jazz’s rich legacy while boldly exploring new musical frontiers, the festival continues to inspire and captivate.
Enjoy an unforgettable celebration in Ottawa of some of the most exciting and innovative music being made today.

The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
2026-06-22 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-23 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-24 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-25 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-26 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-27 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-28 11:00 - 16:00 | The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre, 1200 St Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest.
📅 Event Hours
Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Saturday, September 27 & Sunday, September 28 | 11 AM – 4 PM
🎁 What’s happening during event hours:
Free limited-edition tote bags (while supplies last)
On-site brand styling ambassadors to guide you through The Shop List and curated fall capsule collections from St. Laurent retailers
Step into the season with style inspiration, shopping perks, and your chance at an unforgettable shopping spree.

Three Autistic Musicians Walk Into a Bar
2026-06-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Three Autistic Musicians Walk Into a Bar, Avant-Garde Bar
Date: June 23, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Venue: Avant-Garde Bar
Address: 135 Besserer St, Ottawa
Performers: Vincent Bishop, Erin Adair, and Spencer Scharf
Admission: $20. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Proceeds: Donated to Autistics for Autistics / A4A, an autistic-led self-advocacy and activism organization.
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Event Description
Three Autistic Musicians Walk Into a Bar brings Vincent Bishop, Erin Adair, and Spencer Scharf to Avant-Garde Bar for a night of music by autistic folk musicians in celebration of a belated Autistic Pride Day.
The show features three very different autistic musicians sharing original songs, covers, stories, and whatever else happens when you give an autistic person a microphone.
Whether you’re autistic yourself, have autistic family members or friends, or simply enjoy live music, you’re welcome to come out and join the evening.
Proceeds from the evening will be donated to Autistics for Autistics / A4A, an autistic-led organization that advocates for autistic rights, self-advocacy, and policy change.
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Autistic Pride: Why It Matters
Autistic Pride Day is celebrated each year on June 18. It is a day that focuses on acceptance, self-advocacy, and recognizing autistic people for who they are rather than viewing autism only through the lens of challenges or deficits.
Although this concert takes place a few days later, it is intended as a way to continue that celebration. The performers hope the evening will not only showcase local musical talent but also encourage conversations about neurodiversity, inclusion, and belonging.
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The Performers:
Erin Adair
Erin Adair is an Ottawa folksinger, multi-instrumentalist, adaptive music teacher, and community song leader rooted in folk, protest music, and singalong traditions. A CBC Searchlight Top 4 finalist and Canadian Folk Music Award nominee, Erin has performed at Mariposa, Bluesfest, Folkfest, Jazzfest, and the NAC’s Fourth Stage. Their performances are heartfelt, funny, and participatory.
Instagram: @erinadairmusic
Website: erinadairmusic.com
Spencer Scharf
Spencer Scharf is an Ottawa-based folk, rock, and blues multi-instrumentalist known for his one-man-band performances. Performing on guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, keyboard, harmonica, and vocals, he has appeared hundreds of times across the region and has been invited repeatedly to perform at Ottawa Bluesfest and CityFolk.
Instagram: @scharfspencer
Vincent Bishop
Vincent Bishop is an Ottawa-based bilingual folk/country singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. A Carleton music graduate, he has released three albums and received the Robert Paquette Fund and Réseau Ontario’s “Coup de Foudre Salut!” award. He has also been nominated annually for Francophone Artist of the Year at the CMAOntario Awards since 2022. He performs with guitar, ukulele, banjo, mandolin, clarinet, jaw harp, bass, beatboxing, and live looping. His music explores optimism, identity, and his experience as an autistic artist.
Instagram: @vbishopmusic
Website: linktr.ee/vincentbishop
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Accessibility Note:
Avant-Garde Bar has two steps to enter and is not wheelchair-accessible. The venue is a bar environment, so there may be crowd noise, amplified music, and general sensory intensity. Ear protectors, earplugs, and some sensory items/fidgets will be available. We are confirming details about seating and space for mobility devices. Please contact us with specific access questions.
For more information, you can contact:
Erin Adair: erinadairmusic@gmail.com
Admin/Scheduling: admin@erinadairmusic.com

Maker’s Path Market
2026-06-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Maker’s Path Market, 2477 Huntley Rd, Stittsville, ON K2S 1B8
Join us for the Maker’s Path Market on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Mad About Patchwork for a day of handmade goods and delicious food.
This indoor and outdoor artisan market features 57 local artisan and food vendors. The outdoor portion of the market takes place along a wide looping stone chip path, creating a relaxed and unique shopping experience surrounded by nature.
You can browse a wide variety of handcrafted goods, artwork, jewelry, self-care products, baked treats, specialty foods and more from talented local makers and artisans.
Parking and entry are FREE, so bring your friends and enjoy a fun day of shopping, food and community.
Ottawa Markets Collective supports community initiatives and we will be collecting non-perishable donations for the Stittsville Food Bank.
RAIN DATE July 11, 2026

KRSHD Highland Ceilidh and fundraiser
2026-06-27 13:00 - 16:00 | KRSHD Highland Ceilidh and fundraiser, 45 Chemin de Wakefield Heights, Wakefield Quebec J0X 3G0
Our school is a not-for-profit aand is hosting a Highland Ceilidh and Showcase at The Fairburn House in Wakefield on June 27th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m!! There is an entry fee of just $15 for adults and free for children. The ceilidh will be held just a half hour outside of downtown Ottawa and is just across the road from the Gatineau river, and within 5 minutes of local restaurants and businesses to explore! Our ceilidh is an opportunity for our dancers to showcase the hard work we have put in throughout the past year, while also inviting the wider community to come together to enjoy Scottish culture, music, and dance.
There will be live Scottish music performed by local musicians from Ottawa and Wakefield, as well as dancing, food, Scottish games, local vendors and a musical jam session welcome for anyone to join!!
