Ottawa 
From June to September 2026, Ottawa will be bustling with diverse festivals offering a fun-filled staycation in Canada’s capital city.
Ottawa Jazz Festival
Highlights include the Fringe Festival and Festival Franco-Ontarien in June, featuring arts and Franco-Ontarian culture, respectively. July brings the eclectic RBC Blues Fest, alongside cultural celebrations such as the Ottawa Lebanese Festival and Carivibe.
August and September heat up with the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival and wrap up with the nostalgic Nostalgia Music Festival, as well as various summer carnivals and agricultural fairs.
2026 Summer Festivals in Ottawa – June 15 to September 20, 2026
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. Join us to create new memories, share the ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
June 18, 2026 To June 28, 2026
Varies
Ottawa Fringe returns for another 11 days of over-the-top and unforgettable performances. With 62 original refined productions, experimental performances, and featuring artists from right here in Ottawa and across ... »
Mooney's Bay Park, Riverside Drive, Ottawa
June 19, 2026 To June 21, 2026
Free
Established in 1994, The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is North America’s largest dragon boat festival. The Festival, currently boasts 200 teams in competitive, corporate and community ... »
Confederation Park, Elgin St, Ottawa
June 19, 2026 To June 28, 2026
613-241-2633
Free & Ticketed Events
Join us in Ottawa for an extraordinary experience of thrilling performances and vibrant programming. Set against the stunning backdrop of downtown Ottawa in Confederation Park, the Festival ... »
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. Experience the International Competition Pow Wow ... »
RA Centre Grounds, 2451 Riverside Drive, Ottawa
June 26, 2026 To June 28, 2026
$125.46 & up
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 »
DEV Hotel & Conference Centre Waterfront, 1950 Montreal Rd, Cornwall
June 26, 2026 To June 27, 2026
From $31.53
DevFest is a boutique Canadian music festival created to combine top-tier live music with elevated hospitality, premium amenities, and a relaxed destination setting. Located in Cornwall, Ontario, ... »
Skate & Play, 1101 Baxter Rd #1, Ottawa
June 27, 2026
Free
Music . Art . Vintage Streetwear . Festival Ooh Fest takes over Skate & Play, Exit Lounge & the parking lot at 1101 Baxter Rd. for a full summer takeover, music, ... »
Walter Baker Park, 100 Charlie Rogers Place, Kanata
July 1, 2026
FREE
Canada Day in Kanata is Kanata’s premier Canada Day event and one of the largest community events in the Ottawa region. We believe that everyone should ... »
Gemmill Park, 182 Bridge St., Almonte
July 3, 2026 To July 5, 2026
Free & ticketed days
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 ... »
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. There will be Performers Local Vendors Japanese Food Activities Crafts 2026 is the 50th anniversary for ... »
2135 Robertson Road, Ottawa
July 4, 2026
$20 to $25+fees
Whether you're a beer connoisseur or just enjoy a cold one, this event is perfect for everyone. Discover new flavours, learn about different brewing techniques, and mingle ... »
LeBreton Flats Park 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa
July 9, 2026 To July 19, 2026
$52.20 &up
RBC Bluesfest has proudly grown into a national landmark event, earning a mention as “one of the top-ten festivals” in the world by Billboard Magazine. The ongoing ... »
Mooney's Bay Beach Park, 2960 Riverside Drive, Ottawa
July 11, 2026
$30 & up
The HOPE Volleyball SummerFest in Ottawa is the world's largest one-day volleyball tournament, attracting over 25,000 players and spectators to Mooney's Bay Beach. This flagship event combines recreational ... »
Brewer Park 100 Brewer Way, Ottawa
July 11, 2026
Free
The Ghanaian Association of Ottawa proudly presents one of the biggest cultural celebrations of the summer! 🎶 Live Band Music 🍲 Authentic Food 🌍 Rich Culture & Community Vibes HOW ... »
St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, 750 Ridgewood Ave, Ottawa
July 15, 2026 To July 19, 2026
Celebrating 30+ years in the region, the Ottawa Lebanese Festival brings the rich diversity of the Ottawa-Lebanese community with five days of marvellous food, Middle Eastern entertainment and ... »
Hôtel-Casino du Lac-Leamy, 1 Casino Blvd, Gatineau
July 16, 2026 To July 26, 2026
$24.21 & up
Parasol is the summer party in the Outaouais. Imagine a big open-air terrace with a huge menu, wild decor and themes to keep you dancing. It’s ... »
Kinsmen Amphitheatre, 101 Water St W, Prescott
July 16, 2026 To August 8, 2026
PWYC to $39
We produce professional productions in an outdoor amphitheatre against the backdrop of the St. Lawrence River in Prescott, Ontario makes for a unique summer theatre experience. »
Stewart Park, Perth
July 17, 2026 To July 19, 2026
Free
The Stewart Park Festival is a great celebration of community. It offers a fantastic weekend of music, great food and amazing vendors, right in the heart of ... »
Pembroke Waterfront Park, Alexander St, Pembroke
July 17, 2026 To July 18, 2026
(613) 732-8844 ext. 1
Free event
The Pembroke Multicultural Festival is a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity, bringing together communities to honour the rich traditions, flavours, and artistry from around the world. Happening ... »
Sandy Hill Community Center Park, 250 Somerset St. E, Ottawa
July 18, 2026
FREE
Join us for one of Ottawa’s most vibrant and colorful summer celebrations! The Ottawa Ratha Yatra Festival is a unique cultural event featuring a spectacular giant ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
July 23, 2026 To August 2, 2026
Varies
From timeless classics to fearless new sounds, watch as world-renowned artists, rising stars, and trailblazing Canadian legends come together for a vibrant festival that blends tradition with ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
July 23, 2026 To July 25, 2026
Varies
LOL Ottawa Comedy Festival brings together the funniest voices in Canada and beyond for 3 unforgettable nights of comedy across Ottawa’s favourite venues. From intimate club sets ... »
Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge St, Mississippi Mills
July 24, 2026
$20+fees
Set outside beautiful Almonte Old Town Hall on the Mississippi River, enjoy a summer evening of while tasting local craft beers and spirits and listening to tunes ... »
Britannia Beach, 2805 Carling Avenue, Ottawa
July 24, 2026 To July 26, 2026
Free to $65.68
One Weekend. One Culture. One Massive Celebration. Ottawa… Are You Ready? The city’s biggest Afro-Caribbean celebration is back and promises to be the most spectacular edition ... »
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. All mixed with sweet Soca, ... »
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 ... »
Clarke Fields Park, 93 Houlahan Street, Ottawa
July 25, 2026
Free
Tamil Fest Kondattam is a vibrant celebration that brings together all communities to experience Tamil culture through live music, dance, sports, food and cultural displays. All are ... »
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 25, 2026, from 10... »
Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau
July 29, 2026 To August 15, 2026
$8.50 - $41
Experience the 29th edition of Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy, a spectacular celebration of fire, culture, and creativity! Taking place every Wednesday and Saturday from July 29 ... »
34 Fair St, Maxville
July 31, 2026 To August 1, 2026
$30
Since the first Games were held in 1948, the people of Glengarry have extended close to a million welcomes to visitors who come to see what is estimated ... »
Main St, Winchester
August 6, 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 ... »
Navan Fair, 1279 Colonial Road, Navan
August 6, 2026 To August 9, 2026
$5 to $17
The Navan Fair offers a lively mix of family fun, agriculture, entertainment and community traditions. Highlights include the midway, the first annual Zucchini-500 Car Race, agriculture education ... »
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 ... »
Complexe Whissell, 530 Rue Charles Auguste Montreuil, Saint-André-Avellin, Québec
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
$15 to $20
14th edition will gather more than 100 vendors in a 3-day textile market, along with 4 days of creative textile workshops, a food court, free activities for kids, demonstrations ... »
Andrew Haydon Park, 3169 Carling Avenue, Ottawa
August 8, 2026
$42.99 to $67.99
Water Lantern Festival allows you to Light The Water in a way you’ll never forget. Now you can experience the magic of over 1000 lanterns as the ... »
Russell Agricultural Society, 1076 Concession St, Russell
August 13, 2026 To August 16, 2026
$6 to $16
The Russell Fair is a wonderful 4-day event that celebrates its community’s agricultural heritage while providing a diverse array of family entertainment. Truck Pull, Education Day (... »
1315 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa
August 13, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Vankleek Hill Fairgrounds, 92 Main Street West, Vankleek Hill
August 13, 2026 To August 16, 2026
$25 to $30
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. There ... »
Metcalfe Fairgrounds, 2821 8th Line Rd, Metcalfe
August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026
$85 & up
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. Jim Cuddy and ... »
Promenades de Gatineau parking lot, 1100 Bd Maloney O, Gatineau
August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026
Free
The Grand PoutineFest is back on the road for its 11th edition with its most extensive tour to date. From Quebec City to Gatineau, including new stops ... »
Albion Road and Rideau Road, Ottawa
August 14, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$5 to $15+fees
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 ... »
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. Join us for two full days of garlic, food, music, and ... »
Ottawa Torah Centre Chabad, 111 Lamplighters Drive, Ottawa
August 15, 2026 To August 16, 2026
Free Admission
. The Ottawa Kosher BBQ & Festival will be a celebration of rich flavours and cuisine while engaging all sectors of Ottawa Jewish life. Teams from across the ... »
LeBreton Flats, Ottawa
August 19, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$63 to $78
If you enjoy the music of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, then you will love the Nostalgia Music Festival experience. The event features eleven professional tribute bands, ... »
The Urban Centre, 70 Bongard Avenue, Ottawa
August 21, 2026 To August 22, 2026
$38.61 & up
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 ... »
Clarke Fields Park, 93 Houlahan Street, Nepean
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
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: ... »
High Lonesome Nature Reserve, 867 Carbine Rd, Pakenham
August 22, 2026
Free to $10
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 ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
August 22, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free & Ticketed
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. Inspired by ... »
Almonte Fairgrounds, 195 Water St, Almonte
August 22, 2026
$15-$20
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. The Games offer a ... »
Jacques-Cartier Park, Rue Laurier, Gatineau
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Queenswood Ridge Park, 346 Kennedy Ln E, Ottawa
August 22, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Cohere Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa
August 29, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free
Taste of Ottawa 2026 – Festival of Flavours is a two-day outdoor celebration of food, culture, and community in the Nation’s Capital. Featuring global cuisine, food trucks, artisan ... »
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 ... »
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 ... »
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 ... »
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 ... »
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 ... »
115 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Renfrew
September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026
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 & ... »
Spencerville Fairgrounds, 22 Ryan Street, Spencerville
September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026
6136583333
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. We are passionate ... »
EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
$15 to $59
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 Ottawa ... »
255 Centrum Blvd, Ottawa
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free Admission
RIBFEST MEETS POUTINEFEST for the Best 2 Food Groups Festival. Join us for best in Ribs, Chicken, Pulled Pork and Poutine featuring a new Bevvy Gardens, Live Music, ... »
Mooney's Bay Park and Beach, Riverside Drive, Ottawa
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
AfroFestival Ottawa is a free annual Music and Arts Festival that showcases the very best of African culture and entertainment in Canada’s Capital Region. This festival ... »
Almonte Agricultural Fairgrounds, 195 Water Street, Almonte
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
$20
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 ... »
Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
$87 & up
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. Riverside is also one of ... »
Almonte Community Centre and the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, Almonte
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Come out to the Friendly Town of Almonte for the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum’s 28th Annual Fibrefest. Local guilds will demonstrate spinning, knitting, weaving, rug-hooking, lacemaking, ... »
Village of Manotick, 5556 Manotick Main Street, Ottawa
September 12, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Gatineau City Hall, 25 Rue Laurier, Gatineau
September 12, 2026
Free
The Royal Thai Embassy in Ottawa invites everyone to celebrate 65 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Canada at Thai Festival Ottawa–Gatineau 2026, featuring exciting new experiences ... »
Riverside Park, 137 John St, Carleton Place
September 13, 2026
+1 (613) 621-1261
Free
Free Ukrainian cultural festival at Riverside Park, Carleton Place – Ukrainian food, live music and dance, craft market, children’s zone, art workshops, and the North American Premiere ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
September 15, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Varies
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. »
Festival Grounds at RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr., Ottawa
September 17, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$99 & up
Located at Lansdowne Park, CityFolk is a celebration of music, dance, and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on multiple stages. Lineup: September 16: Alabama Shakes, ... »
6121 Perth Street, Richmond
September 17, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Celebrating 182 years. A weekend of fun and entertainment for the whole family. The Richmond Fair is by far the largest spectator event held annually within the surrounding ... »
Across Ontario
September 18, 2026 To October 4, 2026
Free
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of participatory arts and culture events ... »
Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport, Rue Arthur-Fecteau, Gatineau
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$19.95 to $59.95
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 ... »
Paddler Co-op, 6535 Palmer Road, Palmer Rapids
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
613-758-2772
$10-$365
The Palmer River Festival is a three day celebration of paddling, music, and community. Whether you are brand new to the river or a seasoned paddler, this ... »
172 Jonas Street, Lyndhurst
September 19, 2026
613-928-3326
Free
The Annual Lyndhurst Turkey Fair has been a free family event since 1994. The village of Lyndhurst swells from the population of 500 people to over 5000 for this single ... »