Ottawa 
Events Description
The Assembly of Seven Generations proudly presents Pibòn Fest during the first weekend of Winterlude at the ByWard Market! “Pibòn” means winter in Algonquin Anishinaabemowin. Indigenous culture takes centre stage with vibrant vendors, traditional hide tanning, and live performances.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : Free
How to get tickets?
At the door
WHEN & WHERE
Date:
Friday, January 30 to Sunday, February 1, 2026
January 30, 2026
- 4 to 8 p.m. – Hide Scraping
- 4 to 8 p.m. – Round Dance Songs
January 31:
- 12 p.m. – Performance by Isaruit Arts
- 1 p.m. – Acoustic Set by Nimkeehns Wemigwans
- 2 p.m. – Fiddle Master Eddie Cote
- 3 p.m. – Winter Fashion Show ft. Little Feather Couture, Stitched by April, & more
February 1st:
- 12 to 5 p.m. – Hide Scraping
All weekend:
- Outdoor Indigenous Art Installation
- Kisisam Pop-Up
Venue & Address
EQ3 Plaza, George Street & ByWard Market Square, Ottawa
Adaawewigamig, 55 ByWard Market Square, Ottawa
George Street Plaza, Ottawa
Wheelchair accessible
