Labour Day Long Weekend events and activities in Ottawa: free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.
Corn mazes are a great way to entertain the kids, challenge yourself or impress a date during Fall! If you are looking for hedge/cedar mazes, you ... »
The “helianthus annuus,” more commonly known as sunflowers, is a symbol of happiness and of summer. They are interesting flowers that adore the sun, moving to face ... »
One of the favourite activities of fall is definitely apple picking, a fun way to connect with local farms and go home with tons of produce to ... »
City Hall/ McNabb Park, Ottawa
September 7, 2026
Free
Join Ottawa and District Labour Council for Labour Day March and Picnic. At the park there will be a moon bounce, face painting, balloon twisting, a BBQ, ... »
Hull Marina, 160 rue Laurier, Gatineau
September 7, 2026
$30-50
Get ready to mingle and make sparks fly on the water with the ultimate singles boat party! Calling all Ottawa singles! Join us for our biggest singles ... »
The Blackstone, 382 Bobolink Ridge, Ottawa
September 7, 2026
$20-25
Hey Stittsville! Get ready for a night where stand-up comedy meets mind-bending magic! 19+ show. Laugha-cadabra: Comedy & Magic brings three unique performers together for an evening packed ... »
Main Street, Vankleek Hill
September 6, 2026
Free
Excellent Events presents Festival Of Flavours, a favourite “foodies” event in lovely Vankleek Hill. Come enjoy food and artisanal crafts from local producers in a unique outdoor ... »
Lansdowne Park, 1015 Bank St, Ottawa
September 6, 2026
Free
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 ... »
The Stadium at TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa
September 6, 2026
$25 & up
Ottawa’s professional women’s soccer team, competing in the Northern Super League (NSL). HOW MUCH Tickets : $25 & up How to get tickets? Buy Online WHEN & ... »
St. Stefan Serbian Orthodox Church, 1989 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
Come join us at the Ottawa Serbian Festival for this Labour day long weekend. Enjoy kids activities, live music, folklore dancing and authentic Serbian cuisine! Lot’s ... »
Cannamore Orchard, 1480 County Road 32, Crysler
September 5, 2026 To October 12, 2026
613-448-3633
$16
Enjoy fall at Cannamore Orchards. If you want activities for those late-summer and autumn weekend days, then bring the children for a visit to Cannamore Orchard! Family ... »
Mountain Orchards, 10175 Clark Road, Mountain
September 5, 2026 To October 18, 2026
613.989.5601
Free admission
Enjoy fun time at the farm. Along with apple picking there are lots of activities available for you to enjoy – wagon rides, corn mazes (a major and ... »
LeBreton Flats, 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa
September 5, 2026
$59.99.
This year’s festival features Carnaval, colourful costumes, live percussion, two stages, a live 10-piece salsa band, DJ sets, dance performances and free dance lessons. Guests can ... »
Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Regular Admission
Upper Canada Village celebrates the integral role horses have played in Canada’s history since the 1600s with its Horse Lovers Weekend. The event celebrates our special ... »
Various Locations, Ottawa
September 5, 2026 To December 20, 2026
$34 & up
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Ottawa. HOW MUCH Tickets: $34 & up How to ... »
Rideau Hall, 1 Sussex Dr,, Ottawa
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
Visitors can discover the State Rooms of Rideau Hall at their own pace. Throughout these weekends, visitors can discover the State rooms of Rideau Hall at their ... »
The Bronson, 211 Bronson Ave., Ottawa
September 5, 2026
$35.89 (includes fees)
Michel Pagliaro is a Montreal-born singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer whose bilingual career helped define Canadian rock. Known affectionately as “Pag,” he created enduring hits including “J’entends ... »
The Stadium at TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa
September 5, 2026
$23 & up
Cheer on Atlético Ottawa as they bring fast paced action and attacking football to the pitch in the Canadian Premier League, delivering an energetic matchday experience ... »
25 Fairground Dr, Newington
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$15 to $25
Explore agricultural displays, midway, Demolition Derby, a variety of shows and games from Heavy Horse Show to Garden Tractor Pull, parade, Western-English Horse Show, petting zoo, music ... »
Kanata North Technology Park, 400 March Rd, Ottawa
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
Inspired by the traditions of the Vietnamese Moon Festival—a time of family reunions, moonlit lantern walks, and childhood joy—Phố Lồng Đèn brings this beloved ... »
History Ottawa, 47 Rideau Street, Ottawa
September 4, 2026
$34 & up
SUPPORT: Brown Horse Houndmouth is an alternative blues and roots-rock band from New Albany, Indiana, known for gritty harmonies, vivid storytelling, the platinum-certified hit “Sedona” and magnetic ... »
The Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Ave., Ottawa
September 4, 2026
$47 & up
Jackson Dean is a platinum-selling country singer-songwriter from Maryland, celebrated for gravel-rich vocals, rugged storytelling and electrifying live performances. He broke through with the chart-topping “Don’t ... »
The Log Farm, 670 Cedarview Road, Ottawa
September 3, 2026 To November 1, 2026
$15.46
The corn maze will be open for those who want to try their skills at finding their way through the maze. Wagon rides will be returning to ... »
Parc La Baie, 988 Rue Saint-Louis, Gatineau
September 2, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$54.99 to $64.99
Traditionally held during the Labor Day weekend, the FMG – Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, is the largest summer event in the Outaouais. Recognized for its diverse artistic ... »
Theatre du Casino du Lac-Leamy, 1 Blvd du Casino, Gatineau
September 1, 2026 To September 5, 2026
$68 & up
When Céline Dion’s music meets the eleven time Oscar® winning film Titanic, you get TITANIQUE, a musical fever dream that turns one of the greatest ... »
Trans Canada Trail, Canada
September 1, 2026 To September 30, 2026
Free
The Great Canadian Hike is a nationwide challenge to hike, bike, paddle or roll in support the Trans Canada Trail. From September 1-30, 2026, we’re calling on ... »
Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Ave, Ottawa
August 19, 2026 To September 5, 2026
613-233-8948
$10.00 - $32.00
Faltering salesman Willy Loman has returned early from a road trip plagued by memories of the past and his realization that the American Dream has eluded him ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
August 8, 2026 To October 3, 2026
Free
Capital Pop-Up Cinema has been bringing the magic of movies to unexpected places across the Ottawa region for over a decade—and this summer, it’s back ... »
Ouimet Farms Adventure, 63 Main St W, Vankleek Hill
August 7, 2026 To October 31, 2026
$17.70 + tax
Located in the heart of Vankleek Hill, Ouimet Farms Adventure is a unique place where fun, family, and farming come together. Our 7 acres corn maze will ... »
Green Corners, 1259 York's Corners Road, Ottawa
July 12, 2026 To September 19, 2026
Green Corners has planted snapdragons, cosmos, calendula, and sunflowers for you to pick this summer season. Pick your own flowers to make a bouquet of seasonal blooms! ... »
Head Street Square, 310 Miwate Pvt, Ottawa
June 23, 2026 To October 20, 2026
Free
Enjoy a vibrant selection of fresh, locally grown produce right here at Zibi. From seasonal fruits and vegetables to locally made goods, each offering is thoughtfully sourced ... »
Tesasini Park, 310 Miwate Pvt, Ottawa
June 10, 2026 To September 9, 2026
Free
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music in an open-air setting, where community and summer atmosphere come together. Who is it for? All ages HOW ... »
Britannia Beach, 102 Greenview Ave, Ottawa
June 6, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$94 to $109
From the sweep of the river, the Ottawa looks as majestic as when Champlain re-discovered it four centuries ago. This one-of-a-kind trip has everything, right in Canada’... »
Laurier House National Historic Site, 335 Laurier Ave. East, Ottawa
June 4, 2026 To September 25, 2026
$68+fees
Parks Canada invites you to enjoy High Tea on the historic veranda at Laurier House National Historic Site. Wear your best tea attire and join us for ... »
Rideau Canal, 524 O'Connor St, Ottawa
May 22, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$99 - $198
Join us for an enchanting “Light at Night” kayaking experience in downtown Ottawa. This 2.5 hour, 5.5km paddle along the Rideau Canal offers a perfect blend of history, ... »
Mr.Lube parking lot, 1442 Baseline Road, Ottawa
May 17, 2026 To October 18, 2026
Free
Nepean Night Market brings amazing vendors, fantastic live music, fabulous food trucks, and the most awesome fun luvin’ summer nights!! WHEN & WHERE Date & Time: Sundays, ... »
588 Hog’s Back Road, Ottawa
May 16, 2026 To October 11, 2026
$14 to $44
A Pirate’s Life provides interactive ‘pirate life’ theatrical experience with a boat cruise in a look-a-like pirate ship. Join the scurvy crew and live the Pirate ... »
40 Owl Lane, Foresters Falls
May 16, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$85 & up
Experience the great Canadian river trip – this is a travel-path forged by First Nations, traversed by fur traders since the 1600’s and fostered by foresters at the ... »
555 Wellington Street, Ottawa
May 16, 2026 To October 12, 2026
$55+fees
Take a relaxing tour up and down the Ottawa River on a Hawaiian style Tiki Hut with you and a bunch of your Peeps! Whether it’s ... »
Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park , 3468 Ch. Old Montreal Rd, Ottawa
May 16, 2026 To October 31, 2026
873-353-7423
$7-$10
Come and experience this hidden jewel just outside Cumberland Village in Ottawa. Discover sculptures carefully placed in a natural setting at this nine-acre wooded ravine with walking ... »
Rock Dunder Hiking Trail, Stanley Lash Lane, Lyndhurst
May 15, 2026 To November 15, 2026
$6
Rock Dunder is a treasure that lies within the UNESCO Thousand Islands Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve. Rising 275 feet above Morton Bay, Rock Dunder provides breathtaking views of ... »
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. Whether you’re biking, walking, running or skating, ... »
Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Theatre, 330 Kent Street, Ottawa
March 13, 2026 To December 26, 2026
$27.95 to $99.95
Our two hour show features all-Canadian music from Maritime folk songs to modern pop. Come be serenaded by our singing Mountie, hockey player, Anne of Green Gables, ... »
Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa
March 7, 2026 To September 27, 2026
613-233-8699
Free
This exhibition explores the intersection of art and science through the life and work of Faith Fyles (1875 – 1961), the first woman to be appointed as a botanist with ... »
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