Experience the sights, sounds and flavours of Italy at the Ottawa Italian Festival in Little Italy. Enjoy live street performances, patio dining, and stunning displays of Ferraris and classic Italian cars. From lively entertainment to delicious cuisine, this weekend-long celebration brings a taste of Italy to the heart of Ottawa.
The Italian Car Parade rolls through on Saturday, June 20 at 1:00 PM — a crowd-favourite showcase of stunning vehicles. Friday night brings Latin dancing led by the Arthur Murray Ottawa Dance Studio, while family-friendly fun takes over Saturday and Sunday with stilt walkers, magicians, face painting, balloon art, inflatables, and more.
And don’t miss the Preston Street Bicycle Races returning on Sunday, June 14 — a high-energy tradition that will kick off this year’s festivities in style!
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