Festivals - Ottawa

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

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…

Capital Pride celebrates the rich and diverse 2SLGBTQ+ community in the National Capital Region. 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…

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

Come out to see the traditional fair exhibits in the Agricultural Hall, check out the farm education stalls and pet or pigeon shows, join the horseshoe tournament… Read more…

The Riverside Festival is now considered the largest electronic music festival in Quebec having welcomed more than 40,000 festival-goers in its last 10 editions. Read more…

Come out to the Friendly Town of Almonte for the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum’s 28th Annual Fibrefest. Read more…

Local businesses will line Main Street showcasing all that the Vibrant Village of Manotick has to offer, from fantastic specialty/gift stores, stylish clothing and many other services.… Read more…

Celebrate modern Indigenous arts at the annual Asinabka Film & Media Arts Festival, a local grassroots festival showcasing diverse Indigenous arts from Turtle Island and beyond. Read more…

Located at Lansdowne Park, CityFolk is a celebration of music, dance, and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on multiple stages. Read more…

Celebrating 182 years. A weekend of fun and entertainment for the whole family. Read more…

Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. Read more…

3 days of Thrills in the Skies of Ottawa-Gatineau! The Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will host the largest air show ever seen in the region! This year’s lineup promises… Read more…

The Annual Lyndhurst Turkey Fair has been a free family event since 1994. Read more…

The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is one of the world’s leading animation events and has provided screenings, exhibits, workshops, and entertainment since 1976. Read more…