The Orchestra of the Royal Netherlands Air Force joins forces with vocalist Shirma Rouse for a moving tribute to Canada’s role in the WWII liberation…
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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.
Be sure to verify details with the organizers as plans can change at any time.
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Mothers Day Flower Fun Run
Walk or run 1K (for kids under 12) or 5K past hundreds of thousands of blooming tulip beds and the Rideau Canal / Dows Lake and raise funds for the… -
Lansdowne Farmers' Market
Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at Lansdowne Park every Sunday. Ottawa Farmers’ Market is a producer-only organization that features vendors… -
Empowering Women in the Music Industry
Axé WorldFest’s fifth annual conference, Rise, Connect, Create – EWIMI5, brings three days of panels, workshops, mentorship, performances, and… -
Friends of the Farm Plant Sale
The Friends of the Farm Annual Plant Sale offers everything you need for your garden, with top regional growers and nursery vendors. Get expert advice… -
York Street Market
Visit the ByWard Market every other Sunday to explore 30+ vendors offering handmade goods like home decor, jewelry, cider, spices and more! -
Next Chapter Expo
The Next Chapter Expo is the ultimate event for adults looking to embrace new opportunities and live life to the fullest. Featuring a diverse range of… -
BougeBouge Outaouais Festival
Get moving at the BougeBouge Outaouais Festival! Run 1km, 2km, 5km, or 10km, then enjoy a magic show, sports demos, and fun in the Youth, Zen, and… -
Weekend Bikedays
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… -
Les lundis des tout-petits
Visit the NAC on Mondays for French story time with Luana! Toddlers are invited to delight in tales that will sweep them away on journeys through… -
Toddler Tuesdays
Singing, dancing, games, story time and more! Toddler Tuesdays are the perfect morning activity for children aged 18 months to five years and the… -
Dueling Pianos
Dave Kalil, Tyler Kealey and Todd Huckabone are a staple of the Ottawa music scene, known as the Duelling Pianos. With both Dave and Tyler at the… -
Chamberfest’s City Series
Chamberfest’s City Series brings chamber music to unique spaces across Ottawa, blending classical music with exciting cross-genre experiences. Enjoy… -
SoulRhythms
Let your soul shine as we travel throughout Africa and the Caribbean on an exciting journey through movement and dance. From traditional to modern… -
Ottawa Charge
Experience the Ottawa Charge – Ottawa’s professional women’s hockey team! The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is redefining the game… -
Ottawa Children's Festival
Every year, the Ottawa Children's Festival holds a five-day extravaganza of the finest quality theatre, dance and music for young audiences in our… -
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… -
Katherine Ryan
Television favourite Katherine Ryan returns to the stage with her brand-new live show Battleaxe — part of a major UK and European tour in 2024. Known…
