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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.
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Vegans Who Snack Food & Art Festival
Snack, shop, and soak in the vibes at Vegans Who Snack Food & Art Festival! Indulge in delicious vegan treats, shop local art and self-care goodies… -
Multifaith Housing Initiative's Community BBQ
Celebrate community and connection at a neighbourhood gathering that brings residents together through food, storytelling, and shared experiences… -
Annual inspection of the Ceremonial Guard
Experience a longstanding Canadian tradition at Rideau Hall with a ceremonial guard inspection set in a distinguished historic setting. The event… -
Voices of the Land: A Canada Day Celebration of Indigenous Culture
Experience an inclusive Canada Day gathering that highlights Indigenous culture, learning, and community connection in a welcoming setting… -
Driven Ottawa Aftermarket Car Show
Visit the Driven Ottawa Aftermarket Car Show to celebrate Canadian car culture! Featuring over 300 vehicles and displays. -
A Knight at the Symphony
Hark! Ye of questionable lineage and even more questionable taste in footwear — the Ottawa Pops Orchestra summons you for a quest through realms of… -
Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
Live music is featured at the Hard Rock Cafe every Friday and Saturday starting at 9:30 PM. Guests can also enjoy live performances at Council Oak… -
Visionary Voices – Bytown to Now: Ottawa’s Voices Community Celebration
A youth‑ and volunteer‑led civic celebration featuring storytelling, participatory art, and interactive activities reflecting Ottawa’s growth from… -
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… -
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… -
Chicago
Celebrate the legacy of a legendary band with a performance that highlights the evolution and impact of Chicago’s signature sound. Blending rock and… -
Metcalfe Plaza
Experience the energy of summer at Metcalfe Plaza, a vibrant downtown gathering place filled with art, music, and cultural programming. From live… -
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… -
Legends
The Iron Cabaret presents Legends, a fantasy-inspired performance showcase exploring themes drawn from mythology, folklore, and tabletop role-playing… -
Maker's Path Market
Explore local creativity at the Maker’s Path Market, where artisans and food vendors come together in a relaxed and scenic setting. Browse a diverse… -
See the Bees
Get the buzz on bees during this hands-on weekend experience, running from May 17 to August 17. Watch beekeepers at work, learn how hives function…
