Nepean Night Market

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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 artisans and makers, grab food from one of the trucks,…

Mud Hero Ottawa

A 6km obstacle course with 15+ obstacles for all ability levels, followed by a Mud Bash with DJs, bands, food and vendors. Finishers receive a medal; bag check and parking are cash-only extras. Event details can change, so verify with…

Music in the Woods

Open-air forest concert with local acts and a headline performer, plus a kids zone with games and activities and food trucks on-site. Family-friendly community event in Orleans. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Ottawa Farmers’ Market at Lansdowne

Weekly outdoor producer-only market outside the Aberdeen Pavilion with over 85 local vendors, food, and live buskers. Underground parking is $4/hour, with free street parking also available on Sundays. Runs every Sunday through October. Event details can change, so verify…

#OttFestLive After Five

Free monthly festival pop-up series across downtown Street Seats locations. July’s lineup includes the Ottawa International Busker Festival at Somerset & Cambridge, Capital Pride at Bank & Waverley, and Indian Food Festival Ottawa at Bank & MacLaren. No ticket required.…

Mirandolina – Theatre Under the Stars

Odyssey Theatre’s outdoor summer production, an adaptation of Goldoni’s Commedia classic “The Mistress of the Inn,” full of flirtation, disguise and physical comedy. Sunday matinees are pay-what-you-wish. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Nepean Night Market

Nepean-Night-Market

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…

Summer Maze Days

Family adventure park programming through July with mazes, jumbo jumpers, a splash pad, wagon rides, play structures and a slide. Suited for families with kids of all ages. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

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. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before…

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 river. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer…