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Sports
Jun 19, 2026 – Jun 21, 2026 Mooney’s Bay Park, Ottawa, ON K1V

Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival

North America's largest dragon boat festival returns to Mooney's Bay on the Rideau River with three days of racing, community, food, and…

Gloucester Night Market
Markets
Jun 19, 2026 Gloucester · Earl Armstrong Arena

Gloucester Night Market

A lively Outdoor evening market celebrating local artisans, makers, and small businesses. Relaxed atmosphere with music, unique finds, and a neighbourhood vibe.…

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Festivals
Jun 18, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1

Ottawa Jazz Festival

The 46th Ottawa Jazz Festival opens on June 18 with 11 days of world-class jazz, soul, blues, and experimental music across multiple…

Theatre
Jun 18, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1N 7B9

Ottawa Fringe Festival

The 29th Ottawa Fringe Festival kicks off under the theme "Fringe Out Loud," presenting 50+ companies and over 300 performances across multiple…

Networking & Business
Jun 18, 2026 70 Bongard Avenue, Ottawa, ON

Growth Hack Ottawa Business Networking

Ottawa's popular monthly small business networking night brings together over 100 local entrepreneurs, freelancers, and business owners for an evening of connections…

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