Festivals
Events
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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 outdoor and indoor stages in the heart of […]
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Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
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 […]
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Ottawa Jazz Festival
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 […]
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RCMP Musical Ride Sunset Ceremonies
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 […]
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Bud Light Escapade Music Festival
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 […]
From ~$ per day (varies by tier)60 -
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Ottawa Bluesfest
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 […]
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Ottawa Lebanese Festival
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 […]
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Festival Parasol
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 […]
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Fanaticcon Ottawa
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 […]
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Ratha Yatra 2026 – Chariot Festival
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. […]
Free
