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Calendar of Events
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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 […] 
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 […]
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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. […] |
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As part of Doors Open Ottawa, the Diefenbunker Cold War Museum offers free 30-minute Highlights Tours of Canada's most significant surviving Cold War artifact, a four-storey underground facility built to serve as the central communications headquarters during a nuclear emergency. Tours cover key areas including the Blast Tunnel, the War Cabinet Room, and the Prime […] |
3 events,
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The Ottawa Farmers Market at Lansdowne runs every Sunday year-round as a strictly producer-only market with over 85 local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan foods, baked goods, arts and crafts, and more, all sourced within 100 km of Ottawa. The outdoor season from May through October runs from 9 AM to 3 PM in Aberdeen […] |
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7 events,
Ottawa's award-winning lantern-lit ghost tour runs nightly through downtown streets with cloaked storytellers sharing the city's haunted history at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier, the Bytown Museum, and Ottawa's most infamous haunted high school. The 75-minute tour departs from the ticket office at 46 1/2 Sparks Street, steps from Parliament Hill, and runs in all weather […]
CA$24.99
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Go behind the scenes of Ottawa's most iconic castle hotel in this fascinating 75-minute guided tour with a Monday discount. Knowledgeable guides reveal concealed passageways, political rendezvous rooms, luxurious ballrooms, […]
From $27.99
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Ottawa's funniest and most surprising walking tour — discover the bizarre, hidden side of Canada's capital with a $5 Monday discount per person. Created by the makers of the Haunted […]
From $27.99
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Uncover the haunted history of Ottawa's oldest building - the Bytown Museum - in this unique ghost tour with a Monday discount. Guides lead guests through the story of the Rideau Canal's haunted past, the murder of D'Arcy McGee, and eerie encounters reported by museum staff at one of the city's most storied landmarks. Adults […]
From $27.99
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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. […] |
5 events,
The Festival Franco-Ontarien marks its 50th anniversary with three days of outdoor Francophone concerts, street art, food, and community programming at Major's Hill Park steps from Parliament Hill. The 2026 lineup features Bleu Jeans Bleu on June 11, Jupiter and Okwess plus LGS on June 12, and Jay Scott on June 13, alongside free family […]
CA$14 – CA$30
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Italian Week Ottawa is an 11-day celebration of Italian culture, cuisine, art, music, and heritage along Ottawa's Corso Italia (Preston Street), running June 11 to 21 with over 15 events for all ages. Programming includes masterclasses, film screenings, comedy shows, dance performances, and sporting events throughout Little Italy, with the Grand Finale Weekend from June […]
Free (some events ticketed)
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6 events,
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Illscarlett marks the 20th anniversary of their debut album EPdemic with a hometown concert at the Bronson Centre, supported by Zoo Legacy and The Divetones in an all-ages licensed show presented by Spectrasonic and Live 88.5. The Ottawa ska-rock band built their reputation in the mid-2000s with EPdemic and this anniversary show is a celebration […]
CA$37
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5 events,
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Ottawa's craft supplies destash market returns for its fifth edition at the Bell Sensplex in Kanata, where makers clear their creative spaces to offer surplus fabric, tools, Cricut supplies, beads, jewelry materials, and more at budget-friendly prices alongside food vendors. Both entry and parking are completely free and the market collects non-perishable food donations for […]
Free
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6 events,
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The Ottawa Farmers Market at Lansdowne runs every Sunday year-round as a strictly producer-only market with over 85 local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan foods, baked goods, arts and crafts, and more, all sourced within 100 km of Ottawa. The outdoor season from May through October runs from 9 AM to 3 PM in Aberdeen […]
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Ottawa's beloved outdoor night market runs every Sunday all summer with local vendors, food trucks, and live music in a casual community setting. Stroll through makers and artisan stalls, grab food truck bites, and stay to dance to the live performances filling the parking lot all evening. No transit is required as ample parking is […]
Free
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4 events,
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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. […] |
4 events,
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Free outdoor mat Pilates sessions return to Parliament Hill this summer, offering a welcoming fitness class against one of Canada's most iconic backdrops. Classes are designed to be accessible to […]
Free
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4 events,
The 29th Ottawa Fringe Festival kicks off under the theme "Fringe Out Loud," presenting 50+ companies and over 300 performances across multiple venues through June 28. Every show is selected by lottery and no production is curated or juried, giving artists from all backgrounds full creative freedom to take risks and push boundaries. A Fringe […]
CA$5 – CA$14
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5 events,
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A lively Outdoor evening market celebrating local artisans, makers, and small businesses. Relaxed atmosphere with music, unique finds, and a neighbourhood vibe. Recurring monthly (May-October). Check out more details and what to expect at the Gloucester Night Market guide here. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending. |
6 events,
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The Ottawa Farmers Market at Lansdowne runs every Sunday year-round as a strictly producer-only market with over 85 local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan foods, baked goods, arts and crafts, […]
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Ottawa's beloved weekly outdoor night market tales place every Sunday evening with local vendors, food trucks, live music, and a welcoming community atmosphere in Nepean. Stroll through rows of local […]
Free
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5 events,
Ottawa's only Centretown farmers' market returns every Sunday at Boushey Square with fresh produce, baked goods, prepared foods, and artisan crafts from local vendors. Shoppers can browse dozens of stalls including farms, specialty food makers, and artisans in a relaxed open-air corner setting at Elgin and Waverley. The market is accessible by foot, transit, and […]
Free
Ottawa's biggest theatre festival wraps its 29th edition with 62 productions across 10 downtown venues through June 28, covering stand-up comedy, gothic horror, dance, musical theatre, immersive magic, and bilingual shows. The main hub is Arts Court at 2 Daly Avenue, with additional shows at La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins (333 King Edward Ave.), Knox […]
CA$5 – CA$14
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6 events,
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A free evening outdoor festival at Parkdale Market featuring over 65 vegan small businesses selling ready-to-eat food, baked treats, ice cream, art, flowers, and self-care products in a welcoming accessible […]
Free
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7 events,
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The Ottawa Farmers Market at Lansdowne runs every Sunday year-round as a strictly producer-only market with over 85 local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan foods, baked goods, arts and crafts, […]
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Ottawa's beloved weekly outdoor night market tales place every Sunday evening with local vendors, food trucks, live music, and a welcoming community atmosphere in Nepean. Stroll through rows of local […]
Free
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3 events,
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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. […] |
6 events,
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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.
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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 […]
Free entry
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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.
Free to enter
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Monthly not-for-profit flea market. 150 vendors: makers, bakers, artists, artisans, vintage clothing, records, comics, food vendors. Free admission. Dogs welcome. Note: Aberdeen Pavilion closed for renovations as of Q2 2026. Verify current location on their website before going.
Free
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3 events,
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The Ottawa Farmers Market at Lansdowne runs every Sunday year-round as a strictly producer-only market with over 85 local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan foods, baked goods, arts and crafts, and more, all sourced within 100 km of Ottawa. The outdoor season from May through October runs from 9 AM to 3 PM in Aberdeen […]
Free entry
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