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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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Multicultural Canada Day
Celebrate diversity and community through a multicultural Canada Day event that brings people together to share traditions and cultural experiences… -
Comedy at the Carleton
Enjoy an evening of local comedy in Hintonburg with a welcoming open mic that highlights emerging talent and fresh material. Featuring a rotating… -
Songs from the Shed
Discover Ottawa’s vibrant local music scene at The Shed on Sparks Street with a lively outdoor concert series that brings the downtown core to life… -
Stittsville Canada Day Car Show
Celebrate Canada Day in style at the Third Annual Stittsville Car Show on Main Street. Enjoy classic cars, live music, a local market, and a 50/50… -
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… -
Canada Day Red and White Daytime Party Cruise
Experience Canada Day from a new perspective with a scenic cruise that offers stunning views of the city’s iconic fireworks display. Set along the… -
Manotick Village and Community Association – Canada Day Community Celebration
A Canada Day event featuring Indigenous performances, historic games, youth activities, storytelling, and a drone show highlighting Manotick’s… -
Canada Day in the capital
Canada Day in the capital is an unforgettable experience for Canadians and international visitors alike, drawing hundreds of thousands of people… -
Black history in Ottawa Streets
Hop on a historic bus tour through the streets of Ottawa and uncover the vibrant tapestry of Black history in the capital and across Canada. Each stop… -
Le Petit Chef
Le Petit Chef brings its imaginative dining experience to Ottawa, blending 3D projection with creative gastronomy. Guests enjoy a playful animated… -
Canada Day at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Celebrate Canada Day at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum with a dynamic event highlighting Canadian achievements in flight and space exploration… -
Canada Day in Vars
Celebrate Canada Day with a vibrant community gathering that brings together local music, family activities, and shared traditions. Featuring live… -
Canada Day Concert with the NAC Orchestra
Happy Canada Day! Join the National Arts Centre on July 1 for a free concert celebrating Canada and Canadians through the diverse artistry and… -
Canada Day at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
Celebrate Canada Day with a festive family-friendly experience that highlights Canadian food, agriculture, and hands-on activities. From interactive… -
Canada Day Barrhaven
Head south to Barrhaven for this annual community-run Canada Day celebration, featuring fun activities for the entire family. -
Canada Day Fireworks Cruise
Experience Canada Day from a new perspective with a scenic cruise that offers stunning views of the city’s iconic fireworks display. Set along the… -
Canada Day Fireworks Boat Party
Celebrate Canada Day in Ottawa on the water. Set sail on Ottawa’s top boat party with live DJs, rooftop dancing, and fireworks over the water. Enjoy…
