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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, […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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Powwow Workout with Amanda Fox
FeaturedCentretown · Canal Lobby Stage, National Arts Centre 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFree weekly drop-in fitness workshop led by Amanda Fox integrating powwow dance traditions into a full-body workout. Held Mondays at the NAC. Open to ages 9+. No registration required. 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 […]
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Kanata Ribfest May 2026
Kanata · Community Hub 400 March Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaCraft beer, delicious food, and live entertainment to kick off the barbecue season. Multi-day outdoor event in Kanata. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending. Festival […]
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Great Glebe Garage Sale
The Glebe neighbourhood, streets and front lawns Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaThe Great Glebe Garage Sale is one of Ottawa's most beloved and long-running community traditions, held annually since 1986 on the fourth Saturday of May, where hundreds of Glebe residents […]
