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SUMMARY:Ottawa Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 46th Ottawa Jazz Festival opens on June 18 with 11 days of world-class jazz\, soul\, blues\, and experimental music across multiple outdoor and indoor stages in the heart of downtown Ottawa. The 2026 lineup features headline acts including St. Vincent with the NAC Orchestra\, Wyclef Jean\, Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra\, WILLOW\, BADBADNOTGOOD\, Hiromi’s Sonicwonder\, and dozens more. Outdoor stages at Confederation Park are free to access each evening while ticketed performances at the NAC’s Fourth Stage and Azrieli Studio require advance purchase. Festival hours run from noon to midnight daily except for Monday June 22 and Tuesday June 23 when there is no programming. Late-night jamming continues each night at Grill 41 in the Lord Elgin Hotel as part of the Late Night Jamming Series. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottawa-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:1 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, ON K1P 5W1\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa’s free annual Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival returns to Wesley Clover Parks for a weekend of culture\, performances\, food\, and community to mark National Indigenous History Month. This year’s highlights include an International Competition Pow Wow with host drum Sacred Flight\, the debut of a Smoke Dance category\, a Glow-in-the-Dark Pow Wow\, and a spectacular drone show. Visitors can also enjoy Indigenous foods\, axe throwing\, Inuit Games\, a mechanical bull\, visits with Ojibwe Spirit Horses\, and shopping at an Indigenous Marketplace with over 75 vendors. Admission is free and parking on site is $10 with pre-purchase recommended; the festival spans nearly 500 acres at Wesley Clover Parks with covered pavilion space. This is a family-friendly event suitable for all ages and ideal for visitors wanting to connect with Indigenous cultures\, food\, and performance. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/summer-solstice-indigenous-festival/
LOCATION:401 Corkstown Road\, Ottawa\, ON K2H 8G2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 46th Ottawa Jazz Festival closes its final week at Confederation Park with headline acts including St. Vincent with the NAC Orchestra on June 27 and a closing day lineup on June 28 featuring Ibrahim Maalouf\, Alanna Sterling\, and Steve Berndt. This year the festival introduced a redesigned musical campus\, a new Confederation Park stage\, a Premium Lounge with artisanal cocktails\, and lowered General Admission prices to make it more accessible. Para Transpo drop-off is available at CAA Member Entrance Gate 5\, accessible washrooms are on-site\, and the park grounds are open to the public nightly for free to soak up the festival atmosphere. Tickets and passes range from free park access to premium seated NAC options and are available at ottawajazzfestival.com. The festival closes Sunday June 28 at 11:30 PM. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottawa-jazz-festival-2/
LOCATION:100 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, ON K1P 5K8\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T090000
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SUMMARY:RCMP Musical Ride Sunset Ceremonies
DESCRIPTION:The RCMP hosts four free family-friendly Canadian Sunset Ceremonies at their Ottawa stables on June 25\, 26\, 27\, and 28\, each starting at 7:00 PM with the world-famous Musical Ride performing thrilling cavalry drills choreographed to music. Each show features the combined pipe bands of the RCMP and Ottawa Police Service\, the Capital Cowgirls\, the Governor General’s Foot Guards Band\, a flag lowering ceremony\, and a community singing of O Canada. Free parking is available off the Sir George-Etienne-Cartier Parkway\, and OC Transpo Route 7 serves the grounds; accessible parking is on a first-come basis via the South gate at Sandridge Road and St. Laurent Boulevard. Attendees should bring a blanket or lawn chair and arrive early to browse vendor booths; cash and food bank donations are collected on June 26 and 27. The event may be cancelled in extreme weather so check RCMP social media accounts for updates. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/rcmp-musical-ride-sunset-ceremonies/
LOCATION:1 Sandridge Road\, Ottawa\, ON K1A 0R2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260628T220000
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SUMMARY:Bud Light Escapade Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa’s largest EDM festival returns for its 16th anniversary with a 70-plus artist lineup headlined by Tiesto\, Skrillex\, Illenium\, GRiZ\, FISHER\, and SLANDER across multiple stages over three full days at RA Centre Grounds. The festival spans house\, techno\, bass\, trance\, and melodic EDM\, with the new Launchpad stage spotlighting emerging artists and food vendors and full bars available on-site all weekend. OC Transpo adds bus service from Billings Bridge Station during the festival and parking near the grounds is limited\, so transit or rideshare is strongly recommended. This is a 16-plus event with valid photo ID required; VIP areas and alcohol service are 19-plus with two pieces of government-issued ID. Weekend and single-day GA and VIP passes are available at escapademf.com with pricing varying by tier. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/bud-light-escapade-music-festival/
LOCATION:2451 Riverside Drive\, Ottawa\, ON K1H 7X7\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Bluesfest
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa’s largest music festival wraps up its 11-day run at LeBreton Flats. July 17 headliners include Sheryl Crow and Ella Langley\, and July 18 features Gwen Stefani and Shaggy. Lineup and set times are subject to change. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottawa-bluesfest/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Lebanese Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating its 35th year\, this festival brings Lebanese food\, live music\, dance and culture to Sandy Hill. Complimentary parking with a free shuttle runs from the Canada Post building every 15 minutes. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottawa-lebanese-festival/
LOCATION:750 Ridgewood Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Festival Parasol
DESCRIPTION:Turns the casino grounds into a summer escape with beach parties\, country music nights\, Latin fiestas\, family afternoons and DJ sets. Located a short drive from downtown Ottawa across the river. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/festival-parasol/
LOCATION:3 Boulevard du Casino\, Gatineau\, QC J8Y 6X4\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260718T160000
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SUMMARY:Fanaticcon Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:A full day of fandom\, cosplay and pop culture at Ottawa’s fan convention. VIP early shopping starts at 10 AM online only\, general admission is 11 AM-4 PM\, and kids under 12 get in free with an adult. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/fanaticcon-ottawa/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260718T110000
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SUMMARY:Ratha Yatra 2026 - Chariot Festival
DESCRIPTION:A decorated chariot is pulled through Sandy Hill streets in this annual celebration of Indian spiritual heritage\, ending with kirtan\, dance and music at the community park. Admission is free. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ratha-yatra-2026-chariot-festival/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Chamberfest 2026 - Signature Series
DESCRIPTION:Large-scale collaborations between world-renowned chamber musicians as part of Ottawa Chamberfest’s summer festival. The Signature Series is sponsored by Bytek Volkswagen & Carling Volvo. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/chamberfest-2026-signature-series/
LOCATION:355 Cooper Street\, Ottawa\, ON\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:#OttFestLive After Five
DESCRIPTION:Free monthly festival pop-up series across downtown Street Seats locations. July’s lineup includes the Ottawa International Busker Festival at Somerset & Cambridge\, Capital Pride at Bank & Waverley\, and Indian Food Festival Ottawa at Bank & MacLaren. No ticket required. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottfestlive-after-five/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260724T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260726T220000
DTSTAMP:20260722T114628Z
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SUMMARY:Afro-Caribbean Kinkolé Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Afro-Caribbean Kinkolé Festival returns to Britannia Beach for what organizers call the city’s biggest Afro-Caribbean celebration. The three day event runs from July 24 through July 26 with a mix of music\, food\, and culture. Pricing ranges from free to $65.68 depending on access level. It suits anyone looking to celebrate Afro-Caribbean culture outdoors along the water. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/afro-caribbean-kinkole-festival/
LOCATION:2805 Carling Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260717T101511Z
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SUMMARY:Odesa Classics: Festival in Exile
DESCRIPTION:Classical music performance presented as part of Chamberfest’s summer programming\, showcasing Ukrainian musicians in exile. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/odesa-classics-festival-in-exile/
LOCATION:355 Cooper Street\, Ottawa\, ON\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Tamil Fest
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa Tamil Fest\, also called Tamil Fest Kondattam\, brings live music\, dance\, sports\, food\, and cultural displays to Clarke Fields Park. The free festival celebrates Tamil culture and welcomes all communities to take part. It runs for the day on July 25. This event suits anyone looking to experience Tamil cultural traditions in an outdoor community setting. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/ottawa-tamil-fest/
LOCATION:93 Houlahan Street\, Ottawa\, ON\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260729T090000
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SUMMARY:Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy
DESCRIPTION:International pyromusical fireworks competition with six shows on Wednesdays and Saturdays (July 29\, Aug 1\, 5\, 8\, 12\, 15) launched from the Casino Lac-Leamy and viewable from the Canadian Museum of History grounds. Event details can change\, so verify with the organizer before attending.
URL:https://613times.com/event/les-grands-feux-du-casino-lac-leamy/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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