Ottawa 
Visiting Ottawa this August long weekend? Here is a list of events taking place in the Capital city this weekend, including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.
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Bytown Museum, 1 Canal Lane, Ottawa
August 3, 2026
Regular Admission
Celebrate Ottawa’s rich history and the legacy of Lieutenant-Colonel John By with a day full of live performances and family-friendly fun at the Bytown Museum. »
Club SAW, 67 rue Nicholas Street, Ottawa
August 2, 2026
$31.25 & up
Royale Lynn brings Ontario-born, Nashville-made grit to Canada with a fearless fusion of hard rock, metal, and country storytelling. Powered by ceiling-scraping vocals, raw emotion, and breakout ... »
Lansdowne Park, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa
August 1, 2026 To November 21, 2026
613-521-1970
Free
613flea is an ever changing, twice-a-month marketplace that returns to Lansdowne Park with makers & bakers, crafters & creators, antiques dealers & vintage clothing vendors, vinyl records & comics - plus ... »
Rideau Hall, 1 Sussex Dr,, Ottawa
August 1, 2026 To September 5, 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 ... »
Rideau Hall, 1 Sussex Drive, Ottawa
August 1, 2026
Free
This outdoor family activity is hosted in collaboration with United for Literacy. Volunteers invite visitors to settle in under the Reading Tent to read books and participate ... »
The 27 Club, 27 York Street, Ottawa
August 1, 2026
$27.75 & up
Mac Saturn brings Detroit’s soulful rock and funk swagger to Canada with a groove-heavy live show built for dancing. Powered by Motown-infused rhythms, classic rock grit, ... »
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa
August 1, 2026
$66 & up
Before launching his own recording career as a country artist, Cole Swindell built a strong reputation as a songwriter, penning hit singles for artists such as Craig ... »
King Street, Prescott
August 1, 2026
Free
Spend Civic Holiday Saturday in downtown Prescott. King Street closes to traffic and opens for a full day of live entertainment, family activities, demonstrations, downtown shopping and ... »
Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg
August 1, 2026
Regular Admission
Join us at Upper Canada Village for a day of reflection, education, and celebration of Emancipation Day. This significant event commemorates the historic abolition of slavery in ... »
Saunders Farm, 7893 Bleeks Rd, Ottawa
August 1, 2026 To August 31, 2026
17 to $22+fees
Get lost in our spectacular Ottawa 200 corn maze, discover fun exhibits along the way, and learn about the people, places, and agricultural roots that helped shape our ... »
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 ... »
Parkdale Public Market, 366 Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa
July 31, 2026
Free
A night of vegan snacks and shopping! Support your favourite small businesses and makers! Experience a vibrant marketplace with over 50 thriving small businesses offering a delightful array ... »
The Bronson, 211 Bronson Ave., Ottawa
July 31, 2026
Varies
Magic Men Australia brings the Canada Tour to life with a high-energy male revue packed with choreographed dance, themed acts, audience interaction, and feel-good party vibes. Featuring ... »
The Stadium at TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa
July 31, 2026
$24 & up
Honouring the past. Fueling the future. This season, we celebrate a defining chapter in Ottawa football history: the 10th anniversary of the REDBLACKS Grey Cup victory, the 50... »
Nepean Sportsplex , 1701 Woodroffe Avenue, Nepean
July 31, 2026 To August 2, 2026
$10
Some of Canada’s Top Psychics, Mediums, Astrologers, Aura Photo Booth, Rune Reading, Healers. Tea Leaf and Palm Readers. Lots of beautiful crystals and hand made jewelry. $3000 ... »
Fields of Gold, 17650 Strathmore Road, Monkland, North Stormont
July 29, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Come enjoy the sunshine! Ever dreamt of walking in literal fields of gold? Now you can! Our expansive sunflower fields offer a break from the city, remarkable ... »
Rideau Canal, Ottawa
July 29, 2026 To August 15, 2026
$199 - $398
Welcome to our fourth annual Kaleidoscope Kayaking! This is an unforgettable, immersive night-time kayaking experience that takes you on a mesmerizing paddle down the historic Rideau Canal ... »
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 ... »
Starling | Rooftop Ottawa, 54 York St, Ottawa
July 29, 2026 To August 15, 2026
6134210820
$25 per person
Watch the Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy light up the sky from Ottawa’s best sky lounge. Perched above the ByWard Market, Rooftop puts you at eye ... »
300 Coventry Road, Ottawa
July 28, 2026 To September 3, 2026
$15 to $24
Join fellow sports fans and catch professional baseball games from May to September in Canada’s capital at Ottawa Stadium, just east of downtown. The Ottawa Titans ... »
Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
July 28, 2026 To August 2, 2026
$83 & up
A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always ... »
Madahoki Farm, 4420 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa
July 27, 2026 To August 14, 2026
$475
Looking for an unforgettable and meaningful summer experience for your child? Join us at Mādahòkì Farm’s Summer Camp for a week of fun, learning, ... »
Urban Art Collective Art Hub, 50 Bayswater Avenue, Ottawa
July 27, 2026 To August 28, 2026
$325 per weekly camp
Looking for a creative summer camp that goes beyond crafts? The Urban Art Collective’s Not Your Typical Summer Camps are immersive, hands-on experiences for ages 8–15, where ... »
Head Street Square, 310 Miwate Pvt, Ottawa
July 25, 2026 To September 12, 2026
Free
Discover local vendors, handmade goods, and seasonal treats at our monthly summer night markets. Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets : Free How to get ... »
Zibi Head Street Square, 310 Miwate Private, Ottawa
July 25, 2026 To September 12, 2026
Free
Looking for something different to do on a Saturday evening? Join us for Evenings at Zibi, a unique interactive night experience taking place at Head Street Square ... »
Calypso Waterpark, 2015 Calypso Street, Limoges
July 24, 2026 To August 7, 2026
$44.99 & up
Get ready for an electrifying evening under the stars! Night Waves is your ultimate night-time escape featuring a breathtaking drone light show lighting up the sky and ... »
Maitland Tower, 1243 County Rd 2, Maitland
July 24, 2026 To August 7, 2026
$39
The St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival continues with Macbeth at the Tower directed by James Wallis. A walk-about production of Shakespeare’s Scottish tragedy, this one of a ... »
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 ... »
Strathcona Park, 25 Range Rd, Ottawa
July 23, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$0-38
This summer, Odyssey Theatre celebrates its 40th anniversary with Mirandolina, a bold new adaptation of Carlo Goldoni’s The Mistress of the Inn, adapted and directed by ... »
Kinsmen Amphitheatre, 101 Water St W, Prescott
July 21, 2026 To August 4, 2026
$39
The St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival will welcome three local companies to take the Kinsmen Amphitheatre stage for the Spotlight Series, showcasing the immense talent in Eastern Ontario. ... »
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. »
Kinsmen Amphitheatre, 101 Water St W, Prescott
July 16, 2026 To August 8, 2026
$20-39
This world-premiere adaptation of Romeo and Juliet brings Shakespeare’s words together with the timeless music of Canadian icon Joni Mitchell in a fully staged musical. Audiences ... »
Saunders Farm, 7893 Bleeks Rd, Ottawa
July 15, 2026 To July 31, 2026
$14.99 to $20+fees
Visit Saunders Farm during Maze Days. Explore amazing mazes and labyrinths. The hedge and puzzle Mazes are largest collection in the World! Each maze is designed to ... »
Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Ave, Ottawa
July 15, 2026 To August 1, 2026
613-233-8948
$10.00 - $32.00
It’s opening night of Henry VIII, Wives VI, but the leading actor hasn’t arrived! In true community theatre spirit, a substitute is roped in; the ... »
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! ... »
Various Locations, Ottawa
July 10, 2026 To August 31, 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 ... »
Lansdowne Park, Marché Way, Ottawa
July 9, 2026 To August 27, 2026
Free
Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy free family-friendly movies on Thursday evenings at Lansdowne Park. Movies start at sundown. WHEN & WHERE Date & Time: ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
July 4, 2026 To September 5, 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 ... »
Manor Lounge, 292 Elgin Street, Ottawa
July 2, 2026 To August 31, 2026
6136951655
$30-$90
Pay for 3, the rest play FREE with our Family Hour discounts all summer long ☀️ This offer is open to anyone to enjoy on escape rooms with 6 people ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
June 29, 2026 To August 15, 2026
By Donation
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a tale of love, magic, and mischief. The story follows four young lovers who flee into the woods, where they encounter ... »
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, ... »
Head Street Square, 310 Miwate Pvt, Ottawa |
May 21, 2026 To August 20, 2026
Free
Discover a range of dance styles through a dynamic blend of guided instruction, designed to inspire movement, confidence, and connection. Who is it for? All ages HOW ... »
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 ... »
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