Looking for fun activities in the Ottawa area? Check out these options over the next seven days, starting on Thursday, June 11. Be sure to verify details with the organizers as plans can change at any time.
NEW | Celebrate National Indigenous History Month at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, taking place June 20-21 at Wesley Clover Parks in Ottawa. This free, family-friendly event showcases the richness and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures through live performances, cultural demonstrations, hands-on workshops, traditional foods, and the International Competition Pow Wow.
NEW | Ottawa's first EDM Sunset Cruise is happening this Thursday, June 18th — board at 8:30 PM for a night on the Ottawa River with DJ Frenchkiss, followed by an after-party at Gridworks. Tickets are $20–$30, 18+ only.
For marketgoers in search of finds…
- Various dates throughout the week | Find the best fresh produce, baked goods, crafts, hot meals and more from friendly producers in different neighbourhoods at the Ottawa Farmers’ Market at Lansdowne, Main Street, Westboro, Barrhaven and Orléans! FREE!
- Thursday, June 11 |Stroll through the Hintonburg Night Market to pick up local eats, treats and all things handmade. Sit back, relax, eat and be entertained by local musicians, buskers and entertainers. FREE!
- Saturday, June 13 |Celebrate local love (and pups!) at Fetch Local Markets, a monthly dog-friendly event featuring 30+ local makers, great vibes, and free entry. FREE!
- Saturday, June 13 to Sunday, June 14 | More than 150 artists showcase their work in a beautiful park setting, with painters, photographers, collage artists, sculptors, potters, clothiers, jewellery makers, and more at Art in the Park. FREE!
- Sunday, June 14 |Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at the Lansdowne’s Farmers’ Market every Sunday. FREE!
- Wednesday, June 17 | The Parkdale Night Market welcomes new producers and growers offering unique products, creating an opportunity to connect with the community into the evening. FREE!
For fans of festivals and performances…
- Fridays and Saturdays | Catch live music at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. FREE!
- Friday, June 12 to Saturday, June 13 | Celebrate the vibrant essence of Cuban culture over two unforgettable days in the heart of Canada’s capital at Fiesta Cubana Fest.
- Saturday, June 13 |Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy an evening of disco classics and funky rhythms with Disco Inferno at Overflow Brewing Co.
- Saturday, June 13 | Eadsé is a Wendat singer-songwriter based in the Laurentians and a 2025–2026 Révélation Radio-Canada artist. Happening at the National Arts Centre.
- Saturday, June 13 |Join the Navy Bike Ride for a fun, family-friendly event that promotes health and supports Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans, and their families.
- Saturday, June 13 | The Delegation of the European Union to Canada and the Embassies of EU Member States invite you to a vibrant celebration of Europe’s cultural diversity at the European Union Cultural Fair.
- Saturday, June 13 | Catch a forward-thinking, artist-driven event series like no other, Pique brings together diverse artistic communities to explore, experiment and connect.
- Until Sunday, June 14 |Don’t miss City of Om, come to the largest health and wellness festival to deepen your passion for yoga, fitness, and wellness and enjoy live music, local artisans, and food vendors.
For arts, culture and a good time…
- Thursday, June 11| Enjoy complimentary evening admission to the Canadian Museum of Nature and explore fascinating galleries featuring dinosaur fossils, Arctic ecosystems, Canadian wildlife, minerals, and more. FREE!
- Thursday, June 11 to Saturday, June 13 | Celebrate francophone culture through concerts, street art and entertainment at the Festival Franco-Ontarien in Canada’s capital.
- Starting Wednesday, June 17 | Attend the Canadian Outdoor Track & Field Championships to experience thrilling athletic performances. Organized by Athletics Canada, this event will showcase U20, Open, and Para Athletics categories.
- Until Sunday, June 14 | Experience world-class international volleyball as top men’s teams compete at TD Place at the Volleyball Nations League.
- Monday, June 15 | A powwow is a gathering to celebrate First Nations culture through dance, songs, food and crafts, and is open to all. Happening at the National Arts Centre. FREE!
- Tuesday, June 16 | Enjoy a refreshing outdoor fitness experience with a series of mat Pilates sessions set against the iconic backdrop of Parliament Hill.
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