Ottawa 
Various Venues, Ottawa
May 9, 2026 To October 12, 2026
Free
Every weekend from May to October, the NCC opens parkways in Ottawa exclusively for active use, morning and afternoon. Read more…
09 May
Free Events - Ottawa
11 Jun
Little Italy, Ottawa
June 11, 2026 To June 21, 2026
Free & Ticketed events.
Experience “Being Italian” and celebrating all that is Italian Art, Culture, and History, for ten special days in June. Read more…
13 Jun
Canadian Musuem of History, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau,
June 13, 2026
Free
The Cultural Fair will feature live music, dance performances, interactive workshops, and a variety of culinary tastings. Read more…
20 Jun
Various Ontario Waterbodies
June 20, 2026 To June 21, 2026
FREE
Introduce a friend to fishing, go out on your own or join an event. Read more…
20 Jun
Wesley Clover Parks, 401 Corkstown Rd, Ottawa
June 20, 2026 To June 21, 2026
$0
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival with FREE family-friendly fun, live performances, and interactive cultural experiences. Read more…
25 Jun
Musical Ride Centre, 1 Sandridge Road, Ottawa
June 25, 2026 To June 28, 2026
Free
The Sunset Ceremonies is a time-honoured tradition in Ottawa, featuring the world-famous RCMP Musical Ride and the signature Sunset Ceremony. Read more…
27 Jun
Ottawa Hard Rock Cafe Centre Bar, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa
June 27, 2026
Free
We’re hitting the stage at the Ottawa Hard Rock Cafe Center Bar on Saturday, June 27, from 9:30 to 11 PM. Read more…
30 Jun
Clarke Fields Park, 93 Houlahan St, Nepean
June 30, 2026 To July 1, 2026
Free
This year, we’re excited to welcome back Robertson Amusements, Ltd. to Barrhaven. Read more…
01 Jul
Bywards Market, Ottawa
July 1, 2026
Free
Celebrate Canada Day in true Ottawa style—with four days of non-stop music, art, shopping, and family-friendly fun in the ByWard Market District. Read more…
04 Jul
Sandy Hill Community Centre, 250 Somerset Street East, Ottawa
July 4, 2026
Free
Celebrate the Japanese community this summer at Natsue Matsuri, the Summer Festival. Read more…
25 Jul
Skate & Play, 1101 Baxter Road #1, Ottawa
July 25, 2026
$17.31 & up
An unforgettable Caribbean Festival taking place in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, featuring the very best in Tropical Cuisine, Tropical Drinks & Tropical Ice Cream. Read more…
25 Jul
Bridge Street, 170 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
July 25, 2026
613-257-8049
Free
Get ready for Downtown Carleton Place’s iconic street market festival, where community vibes, creativity, and summer fun collide! Stroll along Bridge Street from Mill St to Lake… Read more…
25 Jul
Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, 200 Coventry Road, Ottawa
July 25, 2026
Free
VegOttawa Association is thrilled to announce that VegOttawa Fest is returning in 2026 and will take place at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre on Saturday July… Read more…
07 Aug
Sparks Street, Ottawa
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
The annual Ottawa International Buskerfest will play host to the biggest lineup of international street performers! World-class performers from all over the world will grace and amazing… Read more…
07 Aug
Main St, Winchester
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
See what South Dundas Glengarry has to offer at Dairyfest’s street festival on Winchester Main Street featuring vendors, a mechanical bull, street beer gardens, and music throughout… Read more…
15 Aug
Carp Agricultural Fairgrounds, 3790 Carp Road, Carp
August 15, 2026 To August 16, 2026
Free
Celebrating 35 years of bringing agriculture and community together with the return of the Carp Garlic Festival. Read more…
18 Sep
Across Ontario
September 18, 2026 To October 4, 2026
Free
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. Read more…