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Ottawa Grassroots Festival
Come together to celebrate music and community at this vibrant annual festival of concerts and participatory workshops. The Ottawa Grassroots Festival…
Stars On Ice
Music is at the heart of every figure skater’s performance. When it comes to igniting the crowd, nothing pumps up the energy faster than a good rock…
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…
Ottawa Black Business Expo
The expo is organized to provide a platform for Black-owned businesses, Black-led organizations and service providers to promote their services, sell…
Orchidophilia - Ottawa Orchid Show
Whether you're new to orchids or are already an orchid fanatic, you'll love learning more at Orchidophilia.
Irish Film Festival Ottawa
Celebrate Ireland and its people through Irish films and filmmakers at this annual festival. Irish Film Festival Ottawa is a non-profit organization…
The Ottawa Indie Bookstore Crawl
As part of Canadian Independent Bookstore Day, Ottawa’s independent bookstores are joining forces for the third annual indie bookstore crawl — a…
Capital Sessions
Capital Sessions and the NAC are bringing you a series of free community house dance workshops. It's family and beginner-friendly. The DJ plays deep…
Ottawa Aerial Circus Festival
Soar into the world of aerial and circus arts at the Ottawa Aerial Circus Festival! Watch breathtaking performances, cheer on thrilling competitions…
Outdoor and Adventure Travel Show
Annual event showcasing the latest products, gear and trips for every type of outdoor enthusiast. The Outdoor & Adventure Travel Show has something…
Orléans PoutineFest
Welcome to the official kickoff to spring in Orléans! This is the Original Poutinefest, featuring over 75 kinds of poutine and curdaliousness.
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…
Aurora's Sunrise | Screening at the Ottawa Art Gallery
The Embassy of the Republic of Armenia to Canada, with support from the Zoryan Institute, presents a special screening of Aurora’s Sunrise at the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
