No matter the season, Canada’s Capital is a treasure trove of impressive sights and stimulating activities.
Create unforgettable memories in Ottawa
-
Outdoor activities in Ottawa
Ottawa — where you can go hiking, running, white water rafting, paddling, cycling, mountain biking, rock climbing, spelunking and more. -
Canada Day 2025 – fireworks, parties, music and more
Celebrate Canada Day 2025 in Canada’s capital with fireworks, live music, family-friendly activities, and unforgettable parties across Ottawa.
Upcoming events
-
Ottawa Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
Experience Canada's diverse Indigenous cultures through interactive activities, live performances, and FREE family fun. Savour Indigenous foods… -
Escapade Music Festival
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… -
Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival
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… -
Ottawa Fringe Festival
Ottawa Fringe is a theatre festival; unjuried, uncurated, and unlike anything else. Every show is chosen by lottery, giving artists from all… -
Ottawa Jazz Festival
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…
Ottawa Insider Blog
Most Popular
-
Explore Ottawa’s museums with the Ottawa Museums Pass
Choose between a one-day or three-day pass that gives you discounted entry into all of Capital region’s national museums and more. -
Free or nearly free activities in spring, summer and fall in Ottawa
Free or almost free things to do in Ottawa in the spring, summer and fall seasons.
