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Ontario Guild of Town Criers Competition
Dow's Lake · Commissioners Park Ottawa, Ontario, Canada15 Town Criers and Consorts from across Ontario compete at the festival. Presented in partnership with the Ontario Guild of Town Criers and Capital Heritage Connexion. Cries begin at noon; […]
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Friends of the Farm Plant Sale
Central Experimental Farm · Parking lot beside K.W. Neatby Building 960 Carling Ave & Maple Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaAnnual plant sale featuring many of the region's top specialty growers and nursery vendors. Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton on hand for free gardening advice. Plant check service available under canopy. […]
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Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Lansdowne (Outdoor Season)
The Glebe · Aberdeen Square, Lansdowne Park 1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaYear-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.
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SoulRhythms (Afro-Caribbean dance workshop)
Peter A. Herrndorf Place, National Arts Centre 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFree 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.
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Toddler Tuesdays – NAC
Peter A. Herrndorf Place, National Arts Centre 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFree 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.
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Free Jukebox Lunch Concert: Sophie Grenier
National Arts Centre Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFree lunchtime concert series at the NAC. Francophone pop artist Sophie Grenier performs. Part of the NAC's weekly Jukebox Lunch Concerts series. Free admission. Sophie Grenier, winner of the Breakthrough […]
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Barrhaven Ribfest and Poutine
FeaturedBarrhaven · Clarke Fields Park 93 Houlahan St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFour-day outdoor food festival featuring top ribbers, BBQ chicken, pulled pork, and a wide range of poutine — classic, gourmet, and extreme. Also on site: Mini Donuts Express, Loaded Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Cheesecake, Ice Cream, Churros. NEW in 2026: Kid Zone and more live music stages. Free admission — pay for food only. Event […]
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Main Street Farmers’ Market
Old Ottawa East / Grande Allée Park 185 Main Street, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaWeekly 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.
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Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Westboro (Opening Weekend)
Westboro · Byron Linear Park 579 Byron Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaOutdoor 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 […]
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613 flea market
The Glebe · Lansdowne Park Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaMonthly 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.
