This one-day festival celebrates the creativity and contributions of ethno-cultural seniors through performances and culinary arts. It promotes…
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Expo Orléans
Expo Orléans 2025 celebrates the vibrant artistic and entrepreneurial spirit of Orléans. Discover the creativity and craftsmanship of local artisans… -
Yoga at the Gallery
Start your weekend with Pure Flow yoga on the patio at Tavern at the Gallery. Join Brittany Bryden every Saturday morning this summer for an… -
Driven Ottawa Aftermarket Car Show
Visit the Driven Ottawa Aftermarket Car Show to celebrate Canadian car culture! Featuring over 300 vehicles and displays. -
Savour the Field at Les Vergers Villeneuve and Blueberry Farm
Escape the city and experience the charm of rural life with Au cœur du champ, a farm-to-table culinary journey set in the scenic Eastern Ontario… -
Metcalfe Plaza
From August 14 to September 20, the Downtown BIA, in collaboration with Aire Commune and AMASHOWZA, is turning this central space into a high-energy… -
Beechwood Market
Shop local at the Beechwood Market every Saturday from June through October. Explore a wide range of local products, including fresh produce, farm… -
Light at Night Kayaking
Join in for an enchanting "Light at Night" kayaking experience in downtown Ottawa. This 2.5 hour, 5.5km paddle along the Rideau Canal offers a perfect… -
Metcalfe Farmers' Market
Farm-fresh produce, baking, flowers, bedding plants, pottery, furniture and more including the Sunflower Café. -
Westboro Farmers' Market
Discover more than 60 local vendors in Westboro every Saturday from May to October. Wander beneath the tree canopy as you shop for the freshest… -
Under The Stars
Enjoy music each Saturday in August in the Club SAW courtyard. All ages admitted, 19+ w/ photo ID to drink. Severe weather location inside Club SAW. -
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… -
Cat Video Fest
CatVideoFest returns to the ByTowne Cinema with a 75-minute, family-friendly reel of the internet’s best and newest cat videos. From original… -
Shake The Room: Breaking and Hip Hop battles
Breakers of all ages take the stage in a high-energy showdown featuring 2 vs 2 Breaking, 1 vs 1 Kids Breaking, and 1 vs 1 Hip Hop battles. Winners… -
Wakefield Market
Experience the charm of the Wakefield Market, a lively outdoor market happening every Saturday from May to October. Each week, around 30 passionate… -
Indigenous Walking Tours
Explore downtown Ottawa through an Indigenous lens during these guided walking tours led by artist and educator Jaime Morse. Learn how monuments, art… -
Alta Vista Market
Explore the Alta Vista Market every Saturday from June through October. Discover a variety of local products like fresh produce, farm eggs, yogurt… -
Atlético Ottawa
Experience the passion of Atlético Ottawa, where grit meets glory on the pitch. As Ottawa’s Canadian Premier League team, they bring the energy, heart…
