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Find out what’s happening in Canada’s capital up to a year in advance by searching our online Event Calendar. Enter a specific date range, keywords or location, or simply browse to find festivals, museum exhibitions, professional sports events and much more.
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Magic at the Manor
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… -
Parkdale Night Market
The Night Market welcomes new producers and growers offering unique products, creating an opportunity to connect with the community into the evening… -
Powwow Workout
A powwow is a gathering to celebrate First Nations culture through dance, songs, food and crafts, and is open to all. The Pow Wow Workout is 45-minute… -
Bougie Birch Dreamcatcher Workshop
Under the guidance of Indigenous artist and educator, Ashley Clark, craft your own dreamcatcher in a 2-3 hour session. The materials will be provided… -
Urban Art Collective Hintonburg Night Market
Stroll through the Hintonburg Night Market to pickup local eats, treats and all things handmade. Sit back, relax, eat and be entertained by local… -
Metcalfe Night Market
Join the Metcalfe Night Market for an evening of shopping, live music, and delicious food! Explore 50+ local vendors, rain or shine, offering unique… -
Free Thursday Nights presented by BMO at the National Gallery of Canada
From 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights, visitors to the National Gallery of Canada can enjoy seasonal refreshments and snacks while taking in music and… -
Dance at Zibi
Enjoy free outdoor dance lessons at Zibi, presented by the National Arts Centre. No experience required, just a desire to move and have fun. -
Ottawa Titans Baseball Club
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… -
Orléans Farmers' Market
Explore 35+ local vendors in Orléans every Thursday from May to October. Browse the freshest seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared… -
Queer History of Ottawa Tours
Explore Ottawa’s 2SLGBTQIA+ past on a lively walking tour led by local drag king and public historian Morgan Mercury. Discover stories of queer… -
Jukebox Lunch Concerts
Stop by the NAC on Thursdays this spring for the third season of Jukebox Lunch Concerts! Enjoy a free, music-filled midday break in the sunny Peter A… -
High tea on the veranda
Laurier House National Historic Site and Working Title Kitchen invite you to enjoy decadent pastries, delightful desserts, and high tea on the… -
Pure Country 94 Cruise
Hop aboard the Ottawa River Queen for the Pure Country 94 Boat Cruise on June 20! Kick off your weekend with country hits, dancing, giveaways, and… -
Adaawewigamig Presents: Summer Solstice Indigenous Market
Celebrate the Summer Solstice in the ByWard Market with an Indigenous Market hosted by Adaawewigamig. Enjoy Indigenous food, live entertainment, a… -
Metcalfe Farmers' Market
Farm-fresh produce, baking, flowers, bedding plants, pottery, furniture and more including the Sunflower Café. -
Urban Art Collective Saturday Themed Markets
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 &…
