Festivals - Ottawa

The Russell Fair is a wonderful 4-day event that celebrates its community’s agricultural heritage while providing a diverse array of family entertainment. Read more…

The Ottawa Greek Festival is an annual event that features live Greek music, traditional Greek dances, excellent Greek Cuisine, cooking demonstrations, Greek language lessons, craft and cultural… Read more…

The Vankleek Hill Agricultural Society is proud to host the 181st edition of the Vankleek Hill Fair – one of the oldest agricultural fairs in the province.… Read more…

Get ready for 3 days of Iconically Canadian Live Music, Ribfest, BBQ, Burgers and Bevies! The lineup brings together Canadian music mainstays and rising talent. Read more…

The Grand PoutineFest is back on the road for its 11th edition with its most extensive tour to date. Read more…

Enjoy all the excitement and entertainment at this years Capital Fair, including extreme dog shows, flying pig races, extreme lumberjacks, demolition derbies, acrobatic shows, magic shows, live… Read more…

Celebrating 35 years of bringing agriculture and community together with the return of the Carp Garlic Festival. Read more…

. The Ottawa Kosher BBQ & Festival will be a celebration of rich flavours and cuisine while engaging all sectors of Ottawa Jewish life. Read more…

If you enjoy the music of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, then you will love the Nostalgia Music Festival experience. Read more…

This two-day event, held in August, serves as a platform for Canadian artists, including those from both English- and French-speaking backgrounds, as well as international artists from… Read more…

The BIGGEST celebration of Indian cuisine is returning to its home ground, and it’s going to be even more vibrant, flavorful, and unforgettable! What to Expect: From… Read more…

Our annual Nature themed day is filled with a variety of activities including scavenger hunts, nature walks and workshops that offer families the chance to share creative… Read more…

Capital Pride celebrates the rich and diverse 2SLGBTQ+ community in the National Capital Region. “Together, We Shine” celebrates the power of visibility, connection, and community. Read more…

Celebrate the Scottish culture and heritage of the Ottawa Valley at the 41st annual North Lanark Highland Games in Almonte Ontario on 22 August 2026. Read more…

Join thousands of food lovers, families, and culture enthusiasts at the 2026 Ottawa Jollof Festival—Canada’s premier celebration of Jollof rice and one of the National Capital Region’s… Read more…

Join us for a day of music, community, and summer fun at the Queenswood Heights Music Festival! Hosted by the Queenswood Heights Community Association, this free, family-friendly… Read more…

Traditionally held during the Labor Day weekend, the FMG – Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, is the largest summer event in the Outaouais. Read more…

Come join us at the Ottawa Serbian Festival for this Labour day long weekend. Read more…

Join us for Canada’s Baddest Latin Fest! Take your pick from multiple stages, DJs, live shows, dance lessons, food trucks, outdoor bars and more. Read more…

The Latin American Community of Ottawa-Gatineau is organizing its annual celebration showcasing the richness of our cultures through its parade on site at Lansdowne Park and the… Read more…

The fair is an exciting five days with ample amount of activities such as: Livestock Shows, Beef & Dairy Shows, Heavy & Light Horse Shows, 4-H &… Read more…

For 171 years, the Spencerville Agricultural Society has proudly connected rural traditions with modern community life, celebrating the best of Canadian agriculture, heritage, and heart. Read more…

Over 40,000 enthusiastic sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming and comic book fans from Canada and abroad will converge at the EY Centre for the seventh edition of the… Read more…

RIBFEST MEETS POUTINEFEST for the Best 2 Food Groups Festival. Read more…