Festivals - Ottawa

In 1985, it began as a birthday celebration for Moss Kent Dickinson, the founder of Manotick, mayor of Ottawa, and builder of Watson’s Mill, and has developed… Read more…

Get ready for the ultimate celebration of craft beer, food, and live music at the 2026 Orléans Craft Beer Festival – one of the most anticipated, yearly… Read more…

Get ready for two days of nonstop energy, incredible live performances, and that signature GNG atmosphere you’ve been waiting for. Read more…

Get ready for a full weekend of fun right here in the heart of the community! From inflatable attractions to live entertainment and hands-on activities, there’s something… Read more…

A fun, family-friendly celebration of delicious BBQ and Smokehouse experience. Read more…

Doors Open Ottawa continues to be the second-largest Doors Open architectural event in North America. Read more…

PaddleFest is Arnprior’s annual celebration of all things paddling—a vibrant, family-friendly event that brings the community together for a day of fun on and off the water!… Read more…

Presented by Giza Entertainment, in collaboration with Ottawa Tourism and the ByWard Market, Shawarma Fest takes over York Street on June 7, 2026 — as we attempt… Read more…

Experience “Being Italian” and celebrating all that is Italian Art, Culture, and History, for ten special days in June. Read more…

The biggest francophone celebration in Ottawa, with concerts, street art and entertainment celebrating Franco Ontarian culture. The Festival Franco-Ontarien will present three days of unique custom-made shows. Read more…

City of Om is Ottawa’s largest health and wellness festival. Read more…

Celebrate five years of Fiesta Cubana Fest — a weekend of Cuban music, dance, culture, and food in the heart of Ottawa! Whether you’re joining for one… Read more…

A whole weekend of community wide events, including over 60 Music and Dance Performers, the O-YA Family Block Party, Food Truck Alley, Beer Garden & Stage, the… Read more…

A forward-thinking, artist-driven event series like no other, Pique brings together diverse artistic communities to explore, experiment and connect. Read more…

A Fringe Festival is a forum that unites artists and audiences in a fun, exploratory environment. Read more…

Established in 1994, The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is North America’s largest dragon boat festival. Read more…

Join us in Ottawa for an extraordinary experience of thrilling performances and vibrant programming. Read more…

Celebrate National Indigenous History Month at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival with FREE family-friendly fun, live performances, and interactive cultural experiences. Read more…

Escapade Music Festival releases one of its biggest lineups ever for its 16th anniversary! See DISCO LINES, FISHER, GRIZ, ILLENIUM, KNOCK2, SLANDER, TIËSTO & many more Read more…

Music . Art . Vintage Streetwear . Festival Ooh Fest takes over Skate & Play, Exit Lounge & the parking lot at 1101 Baxter Rd. Read more…

Canada Day in Kanata is Kanata’s premier Canada Day event and one of the largest community events in the Ottawa region. Read more…

Almonte Celtfest is an annual cultural celebration of the Almonte (Mississippi Mills), Ottawa Valley, greater Ottawa region’s heritage through music, song, and dance, and is located in… Read more…

Celebrate the Japanese community this summer at Natsue Matsuri, the Summer Festival. Read more…

Whether you’re a beer connoisseur or just enjoy a cold one, this event is perfect for everyone. Read more…