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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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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… -
Elgin Street Market
Discover local produce, artisanal products, and a chance to connect with neighbours at the Elgin Street Market every Sunday from June through October… -
Canadian Butter Tart Festival & Competition
Celebrate Canadian deliciousness at the Canadian Buttertart Festival & Competition, part of a sweet and savoury weekend of fun. Sample a variety of… -
Barrhaven Farmers' Market
Experience over 20 local vendors in Barrhaven every Sunday from May to October. Engage with the community while exploring the freshest seasonal… -
Wood and Forest Expo
Wood & Forest is an immersive celebration of nature, discovery, and inspiration hosted by Boisés Est. The event features forest experts and exhibitors… -
Aero Gatineau-Ottawa
Don’t miss this annual air show featuring awe-inspiring aerobatic displays, historically rich military aircraft and new aerospace technologies. Held… -
CityFolk
This four-day September celebration of music, dance and community at Lansdowne Park and throughout the Glebe area features an eclectic mix of musical… -
Marché du Square
Come to Terrasse du Square and meet Outaouais artisans: florists and artists, jewelers, gourmet food producers, potters, candle makers and much more… -
Ikebana - Nature's Beauty Reimagined
Discover the art of Japanese floral design with Ikebana International Ottawa Centennial Chapter. This year’s theme, Nature’s Beauty Reimagined… -
Salsa Sundays
Get ready to dance, Ottawa! Head to the ByWard Market every Sunday with free open-level dance classes at 3 pm, followed by social dancing at 4. No… -
Riverside Festival
This three-day electronic music festival is back and bigger than ever with its largest stage and epic lineup. Do not miss your chance to get tickets… -
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… -
Zumba on the Hill
Zumba classes at the Parliament Hill! Come and party on Canada's Parliament Hill! -
Orléans Ribfest & Poutine
Feast on some of Ottawa's best ribs at Orleans Ribfest & Poutine! Mark your calendars for September 13-15, 2024 and prepare to get saucy. -
Artisans' Market by Minerva Ottawa
Visit the ByWard Market every other Sunday to explore 30+ vendors offering handmade goods like home decor, jewelry, cider, spices and more! -
1860s Fall Fair Weekend & Quilt Show
Step back in time for an immersive 1860s Fall Fair Weekend and Quilt Show at Upper Canada Village. Enjoy heritage displays of farm animals… -
Nepean Night Market
Soak up the good vibes at Nepean Night Market! Every Sunday from 5–9 p.m., enjoy amazing local vendors, delicious food trucks and fantastic live music…
