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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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VegOttawa Fest
Celebrate plant-based living with delicious food, inspiring speakers and local vendors at VegOttawa Fest. Whether you are vegan or veg-curious, enjoy… -
Ottawa On Tap Beerfest
At Ottawa On Tap Beerfest, you'll have the opportunity to sample a wide variety of local craft beers plus enjoy live music, games for kids and adults… -
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… -
The Chef’s Table
The Chef’s Table is an exclusive farm-to-table dining experience featuring curated menus from top Canadian chefs, presented alongside live music on… -
613flea
The not-for-profit 613flea is a humongous once a month marketplace held in the historic Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa. The free to… -
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… -
Summer Volley & Salsa
Spend your Saturday evening on the beach with volleyball, an intro salsa lesson, and dancing. Equipment, music, and good vibes are provided—just bring… -
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… -
Cumberland Farmers' Market
Cumberland Farmers Market offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere filled with music, fresh food, and community spirit. Discover fresh vegetables, pasture… -
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… -
Live from the Booth
This summer, Sparks Street pulses with the energy of Ottawa's electronic music scene through Live from the Booth, a free outdoor concert series… -
Woke & Play - Mafia Night 2
Join Woke Studios Collective for a night of mystery, live Afrobeat music, and immersive storytelling on Kalakuta Island, where an islander has gone… -
Carp Farmers’ Market
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts. -
Music on the Canal
Celebrate summer with Music on the Canal, the NAC’s floating concert series on Thursdays and Saturdays in July. Featuring artists such as Miguel de… -
The Eddy Street Festival
Celebrate summer at the free Eddy Street Festival—a lively, family-friendly event in the heart of Vieux-Hull. Enjoy entertainment, games, shows, and… -
Main Street Farmers' Market
Support your local farmers' market every Saturday from May to October! Discover the finest fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot…
