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Summer Sounds concert series at Andrew Haydon Park
Enjoy free summer concerts by the Nepean Concert Band at Andrew Haydon Park every second Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Bring a chair and friends for an… -
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… -
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… -
Nature after 5
Enjoy complimentary evening admission to the Canadian Museum of Nature and explore fascinating galleries featuring dinosaur fossils, Arctic ecosystems… -
GANNA
Ukrainian-born, Berlin-based singer and composer GANNA (Ganna Gryniva) blends Ukrainian folk traditions, jazz-tinged arrangements, electronic… -
Gleanings - The Beams Are Creaking
Engage with powerful storytelling and thoughtful conversation through a live dramatic reading followed by an in-depth discussion. Centered on the life… -
Jukebox Lunch Concerts
Every break deserves a great soundtrack! This spring, pack your lunch, call your friends, gather your colleagues, and make your way down to the sunny… -
Free Thursday Nights presented by BMO at the National Gallery of Canada
From 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights, experience the National Gallery of Canada with music and an artful atmosphere. Take part in free art-making… -
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… -
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… -
Josh Johnson's Comedy Band Camp
Josh Johnson’s Comedy Band Camp blends stand-up comedy and live music into an energetic entertainment experience inspired by the spirit of summer camp… -
City Sounds Live
Enjoy free outdoor live music in the heart of the Glebe as local musicians perform in the courtyard of Fourth Avenue Baptist Church. Presented through… -
Eadsé
Eadsé is a Wendat singer-songwriter based in the Laurentians and a 2025–2026 Révélation Radio-Canada artist. Having amassed over 4 million streams… -
Main Street Farmers' Market
Support your local farmers' market every Saturday from May to October! Discover the finest fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot… -
ArtsPark Festival & Market
Enjoy an artist and local crafter market, musical performances, family activities, food vendors, and much more! Admission is free! -
Fiesta Cubana Fest
Celebrate the vibrant essence of Cuban culture over two unforgettable days in the heart of Canada’s capital. This family-friendly event is the perfect…
