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Doors Open: University of Ottawa Heart Institute
2026-06-06 09:00 - 2026-06-07 22:00 UTC | University of Ottawa Heart Institute, Civic Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute opens its doors to the public as part of Doors Open Ottawa 2026, celebrating the institution’s 50th anniversary. Visitors can learn about heart health, participate in the One Million Hearts screening initiative, and take a self-guided tour of the Cardiac Research Complex. This is a free public event within the Doors Open Ottawa weekend; check the City of Ottawa Doors Open page for specific hours and any registration requirements. The Heart Institute is located on the Civic Hospital campus. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Ottawa Farmers' Market - Westboro
2026-06-06 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-30 09:00 - 15:00 | Westboro · Byron Linear Park, 579 Byron Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Outdoor producer-only market opening for the 2026 season. 60+ local vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more — all within 100 km of Ottawa. Live market music on site. Food court with lunch options. Free street parking nearby. Pets allowed.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Main Street Farmers' Market
2026-06-06 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-30 09:00 - 14:00 | Old Ottawa East / Grande Allée Park, 185 Main Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Weekly Saturday market running May through October. Producer-only market with all vendors making, baking, or growing within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals, and more. Live music and special programming on-site. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Metcalfe Farmers' Market
2026-06-06 09:00 - 13:00 | Metcalfe · Metcalfe Fairgrounds, 2821 8th Line Road, Metcalfe, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Weekly Saturday farmers’ market (May-October) offering farm-fresh produce, baking, flowers, bedding plants, pottery, furniture, and the Sunflower Café.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Oniro - Magical Forrest Walk (Night)
2026-06-05 21:00 - 2026-06-06 22:00 | Parc Omega, 399, route 323 North, Montebello, Quebec, Canada
Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset.
the ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience
As night falls, the trees of Parc Oméga come to life and tell the story of the wolf cub Oniro. Immerse yourself in a unique sensory adventure, where animals, light and poetry meet.
Discover an immersive journey combining spectacular projections, enchanting scenery, spellbinding music and human voices. A magical experience in the heart of nature!
The Oniro trail is a night-time forest walk lasting around 60 minutes and comprising 17 tableaux. The first visits take place at sunset.

Beat & Benefit: Supporting Our Students, One Beat at a Time
2026-06-05 20:00 - 23:59 | Barley Mow Westboro, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
A benefit concert supporting students, featuring live music at the Barley Mow in Westboro with a 7:30 PM start and tickets listed as going fast on Eventbrite. The event is presented as a community fundraiser combining live performance with a charitable cause benefiting students. The Barley Mow Westboro is a neighbourhood pub and live music venue in one of Ottawa’s most active and walkable west-end communities. Tickets are available through Eventbrite. This is a good option for those who want a Friday night out with live music that also supports a local cause.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Nature Nocturne: Wild Colour
2026-06-05 20:00 - 23:59 | Canadian Museum of Nature, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Nature Nocturne returns to the Canadian Museum of Nature for its first event of the 2026-27 season, themed around Wild Colour in partnership with the museum’s new special exhibition of the same name created by the Field Museum. The event features three dance floors with DJs, live music, performance artists, interactions with museum experts, gallery activities, special photo opportunities, and a cashless bar on site open throughout the evening. Tickets are $42 plus tax, the event is strictly 19-plus with photo ID required, and all ticket sales are final with no re-entry. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended as this event is described as selling out fast. The Canadian Museum of Nature is located at 240 McLeod Street in Centretown, accessible by transit along Metcalfe Street.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Macbeth (Robert Lepage)
2026-06-05 19:30 - 2026-06-13 19:30 | Babs Asper Theatre, National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Centretown, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Robert Lepage reimagines Shakespeare’s Macbeth by transplanting the medieval Scottish tragedy into the world of 1990s Quebec biker gangs, with Cawdor Castle becoming a rural motel and Birnam Wood a cannabis field, while leaving the original story of murderous ambition and paranoia intact. Presented in French by NAC French Theatre, this Francophone production is performed at the Babs Asper Theatre with performances running through June 11. Tickets start at $75 and are available on the NAC website. The production is recommended for adult audiences given its dark thematic content and mature staging. The Babs Asper Theatre is located at 1 Elgin Street in downtown Ottawa and is accessible by transit.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Family Man, Neon Ghosthouse
2026-06-05 19:30 | ByWard Market · The 27 Club, 27 York St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Family Man and Neon Ghosthouse perform a punk and indie double bill at the 27 Club in the ByWard Market, with doors opening at 7 PM. The 27 Club is one of Ottawa’s most active small-capacity live music venues and consistently hosts touring punk and indie acts alongside local support. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster via the venue page. This is a Friday night indoor show in a compact standing-room venue well-positioned for an after-work start. It is a strong option for fans of punk, indie rock, and alternative music looking for a high-energy early June show.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

JINJER Duel North America 2026
2026-06-05 18:00 | Centretown · Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Ukrainian heavy metal powerhouse JINJER brings their Duel North America 2026 tour to the Bronson Centre Theatre with support from Entheos in what is expected to be a high-energy performance from one of the most technically accomplished metal bands on the international scene. JINJER is known for vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk’s extraordinary vocal range and the band’s blend of progressive metalcore, groove metal, and technical precision. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and Live Nation. The Bronson Centre Theatre offers a general admission floor and balcony seating with a capacity suited to an intimate but powerful show. Bags are subject to search on entry and arriving early is recommended for floor positioning.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Dickinson Days
2026-06-05 09:00 - 2026-06-07 22:00 | Dickinson St, Manotick, Ottawa, ON K4M, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Kiwanis Club of Manotick presents the 50th anniversary edition of Dickinson Days, a beloved community street festival in the historic riverside village of Manotick. This signature Kiwanis project brings families together through service and celebration, coinciding with Ottawa’s 200th anniversary in 2026. Specific programming and hours are available at the Manotick Village website; the event runs June 5, 6, and 7. The festival is free to attend and open to all ages. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Capital Ribfest 10th Anniversary
2026-06-05 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00 | Alta Vista · RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The 10th annual Capital Ribfest takes over the RA Centre grounds with North America’s top rib pitmasters, live music all weekend, a new Great Canadian Backyard Smoke Off Competition, a Kids Fun Zone, a Market Village, a Bevvy Bar and Beer Gardens, and a wide variety of food vendors. Admission to the festival is free, with food and beverages available for purchase on a cash-only basis according to the organizer. The RA Centre is easily reached by OC Transpo and has paid parking available on site. The event is explicitly described as family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Te Tangi a Te Tūī | Maori cirque theatre work
2026-06-04 20:00 - 2026-06-07 20:00 | Azrieli Studio, NAC, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
A stunning Maori cirque theatre work performed in Te Reo Maori, telling the allegorical story of Aotahi and her son Piri as they navigate powerful supernatural beings representing the colonial forces that displaced their people. The production is a collaboration between Te Rehia Theatre and The Dust Palace circus company, combining aerial acrobatics, physical theatre, and Indigenous storytelling in an immersive and visually striking performance. Tickets are available through the NAC website and the run spans four evenings from Thursday June 4 through Sunday June 7. The Azrieli Studio at the NAC is an intimate black-box-style space at 1 Elgin Street in downtown Ottawa. This production is recommended for general adult audiences and older youth interested in world theatre and circus arts.
Set in Aotearoa (New Zealand), Te Tangi a Te Tūī follows Aotahi, a woman living peacefully on her ancestral land near a mysterious forest inhabited by supernatural beings. After the birth of her son Piri, the first male born into their family for generations, an ancient curse is awakened. As Piri grows older, two powerful forces begin fighting for control over his future: Te Pua o Te Reinga, a grieving Patupaiarehe seeking to resurrect her lost lover through Piri, and Kōiriiri, the cursed Bird Man determined to escape his torment by making Piri take his place.
Blending mythology, family legacy, and themes tied to the lasting impacts of colonization, this visually striking cirque theatre production explores love, identity, language, and generational struggle. Performed entirely in Te Reo Māori, Te Tangi a Te Tūī delivers an immersive and emotionally powerful theatrical experience from Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

The Listros - Into The Otherside Tour
2026-06-04 20:00 | ByWard Market · The 27 Club, 27 York St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Listros bring their Into The Otherside Tour to the 27 Club in the ByWard Market for a rock show with doors opening at 7 PM. The 27 Club is a well-regarded intimate live music venue in Ottawa’s ByWard Market neighbourhood, known for hosting a mix of emerging and established Canadian acts. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at the venue partner link. This is an indoor seated and standing show in a compact venue, making for an up-close live music experience. Rock fans and supporters of the Canadian indie scene will find this a worthwhile Thursday night outing.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Ottawa BlackJacks vs. Winnipeg Sea Bears
2026-06-04 19:30 | Glebe · The Arena at TD Place, 1000 Palladium Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Ottawa BlackJacks host the Winnipeg Sea Bears in another Canadian Elite Basketball League home game at the Arena at TD Place, just two days after the Vancouver Bandits matchup. Tickets and parking add-ons are available through Ticketmaster. The Arena at TD Place seats thousands and provides an electric live sports atmosphere in the heart of the Glebe neighbourhood. OC Transpo routes along Bank Street serve the venue directly. This is a strong weeknight sports option for families and basketball fans alike.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

OTUS Non-Profit Exchange 2026
2026-06-04 07:30 - 11:30 | South Ottawa · EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
An in-person working forum for nonprofit leaders to examine national sector survey data presented by Abacus Data CEO David Coletto and discuss what the findings mean for organizational decision-making in 2026. The session includes a facilitated roundtable discussion, a live panel conversation, and a financial leadership segment led by Cherry Chan of OTUS. Registration through Eventbrite is required and the event is almost full. This session is intended for executive directors, CEOs, senior nonprofit leaders, and board members engaged in strategy and oversight.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

The Prime Rib Big Band
2026-06-03 20:30 - 22:00 | Irene’s Pub – Glebe, 885 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Prime Rib Big Band performs a full evening of classic big band swing and jazz at Irene’s Pub, one of Ottawa’s most beloved and longest-running live music venues in the Glebe neighbourhood. The ensemble is described as spectacular and energetic, specializing in soulful big band performances that fill a room. Tickets are available through the Irene’s Pub website and the Ed Lister Music platform. Irene’s Pub is an intimate venue that regularly draws music lovers for its strong programming and welcoming atmosphere along Bank Street. This is a strong weeknight option for jazz fans and anyone looking for a lively mid-week evening out.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Ottawa BlackJacks vs. Vancouver Bandits
2026-06-02 19:30 | Glebe · The Arena at TD Place, 1000 Palladium Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Ottawa BlackJacks host the Vancouver Bandits in a Canadian Elite Basketball League regular season game at the Arena at TD Place. The BlackJacks are Ottawa’s professional basketball franchise competing in the CEBL, and home games at TD Place draw strong local crowds. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster and parking add-ons can be purchased at the same time. This is a great option for basketball fans and sports nights out in the Glebe. The arena is accessible by OC Transpo routes along Bank Street.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Le R Premier - Concert TROY
2026-06-02 19:00 - 22:30 | ByWard Market, Club SAW, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Le R Premier, a Canada-Benin artist, launches his EP TROY at Club SAW Ottawa in a concert blending poetic rap and afro-futurism, with limited tickets available for this intimate venue. Club SAW is a well-respected arts venue in the ByWard Market area known for supporting emerging and experimental artists across genres. The show runs from 7 PM to 10:30 PM and tickets are available through Eventbrite. This is a bilingual event with French-language presentation and is an excellent option for those interested in francophone music, African diaspora sounds, and independent Ottawa arts scenes. Ticket availability is explicitly flagged as limited by the organizer.
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Toddler Tuesdays - NAC
2026-06-02 10:00 - 10:50 | Peter A. Herrndorf Place, National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Free weekly drop-in program for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. Singing, dancing, games, and story time led by instructor Jesse Kahat. Fully interactive exploration of the performing arts through creative play. No ticket required.

SoulRhythms (Afro-Caribbean dance workshop)
2026-06-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Peter A. Herrndorf Place, National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Free weekly drop-in Afro-Caribbean dance workshop by Cultural Arts Studio. Travels through movement and dance traditions from across Africa and the Caribbean. 45 minutes, all ages and dance levels welcome. Held Mondays at the NAC. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Powwow Workout with Amanda Fox
2026-06-01 12:00 - 12:45 | Peter A. Herrndorf Place, National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
A free, family-friendly drop-in fitness session led by Indigenous instructor Amanda Fox that incorporates Powwow-style movement and dance into an accessible workout format open to all ages and fitness levels. The session takes place in the Peter A. Herrndorf Place at the National Arts Centre, one of Ottawa’s most prominent cultural venues on Elgin Street. No registration is required and admission is free, making this a welcoming entry point into Indigenous-led movement practices. The class is part of NAC Indigenous Theatre’s ongoing community programming series running through June. This is a recurring Monday session that repeats on several dates throughout June, with the June 1 session being the first of the month.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Intertwined - A concurrent exhibition
2026-06-01 10:00 - 2026-08-02 21:00 | Ottawa Art Gallery, 10 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Intertwined is a concurrent exhibition at the Ottawa Art Gallery running through August 2, 2026, bringing together artists to explore humanity’s increasingly complex relationship to the natural world through their works. The show features multiple artists working across a range of disciplines and takes up space across the OAG’s five-floor programming venue at 10 Daly Avenue. Admission is free and no booking is required to attend during regular gallery hours. The OAG’s exhibition program is one of the most active free arts destinations in Ottawa, presenting more than 20 exhibitions and 90 artists annually. This is a strong drop-in option for anyone looking for a free, quiet, and meaningful cultural experience during the first week of June.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Frame of Mind: 10 Years of Creative Space
2026-06-01 10:00 - 2026-06-14 21:00 | Ottawa Art Gallery, 10 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Frame of Mind is the 9th exhibition in the Creative Space program, a partnership between the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre and the Ottawa Art Gallery celebrating its 10th year of using artmaking as a tool for wellness and community connection. The exhibition features work created across fall and winter sessions using acrylic painting and mixed media sculpture techniques, with the theme of how frames can become an integral element of an artwork rather than a background detail. Admission to the Ottawa Art Gallery is always free and the gallery is located at 10 Daly Avenue in downtown Ottawa with multiple floors of exhibition space. The OAG is easily walkable from Parliament Hill and serves as a strong free cultural destination for all ages.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Ottawa LMHSC Mock Trial
2026-06-01 09:30 - 14:30 | Centrepointe, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
An immersive mock trial designed for supervisors, managers, owners, and corporate leaders, placing participants at the centre of a real-world fall incident in which a worker fell from elevation during residential construction. Participants analyze the circumstances, evaluate on-site decision-making, and assess potential liability under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The event runs four hours and is in person at the Centrepointe Drive address.
Pre-registration through Eventbrite is required and the event is almost full.
This session is specifically tailored to those in leadership or supervisory roles in construction and similar industries.
Agenda (Doors open at 9:30 am)
9:30 – 10:00 am – Registration & seating
10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Mock Trial
12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch & Q&A box open for panel questions
1:00 – 1:30 pm – Closing arguments & decision
1:30 – 2:00 pm – “Things to Think About” with Matt
2:00 – 2:30 pm – Panel discussion & audience Q&A with lawyers
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Ottawa Farmers' Market – Lansdowne (Outdoor Season)
2026-05-31 09:00 - 15:00 | The Glebe · Aberdeen Square, Lansdowne Park, 1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Year-round outdoor market (May–October season). 85–150+ local vendors within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, meats, dairy, baked goods, artisan crafts, prepared foods. Buskers and musicians on-site. Free street parking Sundays; underground parking $4/hr.

Glengarry Renaissance Festival
2026-05-30 10:30 - 2026-05-31 17:30 | Glengarry County Fairgrounds, 35 Fair Street, Maxville, Ontario, Canada
The Glengarry Renaissance Festival is an annual two-day immersive festival transporting attendees to a medieval Scottish village of the 1500s, held in Maxville approximately one hour from Ottawa. The festival features live jousting with knights on horseback, falconry demonstrations, sword demonstrations, bardic entertainment, stage shows, interactive Renaissance characters, and vendors selling period-appropriate goods and food including turkey legs. Admission pricing is available through the festival website and the event is held outdoors at the fairgrounds; Maxville is accessible by car via Highway 417. The festival is explicitly family-friendly and suitable for all ages, with programming designed to entertain children and adults equally. This is one of the most unique and immersive seasonal events in the Ottawa region, offering an experience that is genuinely unlike any standard festival.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Anyone Can Sculpt Ice: Ottawa’s Hands-On Ice Sculpting Workshop
2026-05-30 10:30 - 12:00 | Canadian Ice Carver’s Clubhouse, 42 Antares Drive, Unit 110, Nepean, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Discover the fundamentals of ice sculpting in a guided, hands on workshop experience. Participants are introduced to essential techniques for carving small scale ice sculptures, including safety practices, proper tool handling, and foundational artistic methods.
Led in an indoor setting, this interactive workshop offers insight into the craftsmanship behind ice art and provides participants with the opportunity to shape their own creation while learning about this distinctive winter tradition.
Agenda
Introduction (5min) and Instructor Demo (10 min)
Welcome & safety briefing + Ice basics: how ice is made, properties, and why clarity matters + Demonstration of tools used in. Live carving of a simple design (e.g., flower, star) + Explain tool technique, texture, and control, Q&A session
Hands-On Session (45min to 1 hour)
Participants carve pre-prepared ice blocks + Instructors provide guidance + Emphasis on techniques, basic shapes, symmetry, and light interaction
Showcase & Photo Session (5 min) and Cleanup (5min)
Display of finished sculptures + Lighting setup to highlight clarity and refraction
