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Things to Do in Ottawa in July

Things to Do in Ottawa in July: Events, and Activities happening in Ottawa during the month of July 2025.

Contents:

  • In-Person Events
  • Outdoor Activities
31 Jul

Ottawa REDBLACKS v. Calgary Stampeders

The Stadium at TD Place,  1015 Bank Street, Ottawa

July 31, 2025

$25 & up

Thursdays just got rowdy. The Stamps are coming East, and we’re turning up with pre-game $6 + HST Chop ‘n’ Cheers drinks and a live band at Gate 1, ...  »

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31 Jul

Ottawa Titans Field of Dreams Movie Night

Ottawa Stadium, 300 Coventry Road, Ottawa

July 31, 2025

343-633-2273

$10

Breakout your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a special screening of the fan favourite movie “Field of Dreams” on July 31, presented by Loblaws. Ticket holders will ...  »

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29 Jul

KATY PERRY – THE LIFETIMES TOUR

Canadian Tire Centre,  1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa

July 29, 2025

Varies

Perry, a record-breaking artist with over 115 billion streams and 70 million adjusted album sales is recognized as the top-selling female artist in Capitol Records’ history. Her achievements include ...  »

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26 Jul

Friends of the Ottawa library Mammoth Book Sale

James Bartleman Centre, 100 Tallwood Drive, Ottawa

July 26, 2025

613-580-2424 x27875

Free

The Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA) invite you to their monthly Mammoth Sale! Hundreds of used books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records for sale ...  »

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26 Jul

Rollin’ Steady

Les Lye Studio Theatre, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ottawa

July 26, 2025

$32.00

Get ready for a night to remember. DarkSpeed, with special guest Double Barrel, are two hard hitting rockin’ bands that will leave you buzzin’ for days! Come ...  »

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26 Jul

Theatre Games with Chancz Perry

Peter A. Herrndorf Place, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 26, 2025

Free Event

Unleash your creativity and embark on an exhilarating journey of movement and improvisation with our engaging workshop. Join renowned theatre artist Chancz Perry as he equips participants ...  »

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26 Jul

The World’s Greatest Tribute to The Traveling Wilburys

Harold Shenkman Hall, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa

July 26, 2025

$61.25

Don’t miss this spectacular salute to the supergroup of all supergroups; The Traveling Wilburys: George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne and Bob Dylan. The ...  »

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26 Jul

Vegans Who Snack Food and Art Festival

Parkdale Public Market, 366 Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa

July 26, 2025

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 ...  »

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26 Jul

Canadian Multiculturalism Day

Sir John A. Macdonald Building,144 Wellington Street, Ottawa

July 26, 2025

Free

Welcome to Canadian Multiculturalism Day 2025! Join us at 144 Wellington St for a day full of celebration and diversity. Experience the rich tapestry of cultures that make up ...  »

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25 Jul

Side by Side Weekend

Club SAW, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa

July 25, 2025 To July 27, 2025

$50

Side by Side Weekend is a communal festival with shows curated in collaboration with some of the best indie bookers around, featuring the finest local & regional ...  »

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25 Jul

Ottawa Rapid FC vs. Halifax Tides FC

The Stadium at TD Place,  1015 Bank Street, Ottawa

July 25, 2025

$25 & up

Ottawa’s inaugural professional women’s soccer team, competing in the Northern Super League (NSL) take on Halifax Tides FC. HOW MUCH Tickets : $25 & up How to ...  »

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25 Jul

Night Waves

Calypso Waterpark, 2015 Calypso Street, Limoges

July 25, 2025

 $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 ...  »

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24 Jul

Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet

Babs Asper Theatre, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 24, 2025

$15.00 - $52.00

Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet continue their “They Want What You’ve Got” tour this year, following their stunning headline performance at the Manchester Folk Expo. That 2024 ...  »

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24 Jul

Kanata Night Market

Hazeldean Mall Parking Lot, 300 Eagleson Rd., Kanata

July 24, 2025 To July 27, 2025

+1 905 695 8113

Free

After bringing the energy of traditional Asian night markets to cities across Canada, T&T Supermarket is excited to host this signature event in Kanata for the ...  »

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23 Jul

Fields of Gold

Fields of Gold, 17650 Strathmore Road, Monkland, North Stormont

July 23, 2025 To August 24, 2025

$10 to $15

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 ...  »

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23 Jul

Requiem for Radio: Full Quiet Flutter (RFR: FQF)

Azrieli Studio, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 23, 2025 To July 26, 2025

$15.00 - $25.00

Requiem for Radio: Full Quiet Flutter (RFR: FQF) is a 60-minute live performance for human bodies, electrons, and radio waves. Architecture, technology, history, and the human body ...  »

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23 Jul

The Four Horsemen of the Solo Business Owner

Bayview Yards, 7 Bayview Station Rd, Ottawa

July 23, 2025

4373431110

$20-$25

BriteStart Presents: The Four Horsemen of the Solo Business Owner Kickstart your solo biz with must-know freelance advice & personal mentorship from the community. Network, learn & ...  »

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20 Jul

The Zine Scene Market

Lower Lobby, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa

July 20, 2025

Free Event

As part of phase 2 and 3 of The Zine Scene: Tools for Social Change Project, Laughing Radish, Shenkman Arts Centre and Arts Ottawa will be hosting The Zine ...  »

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20 Jul

Ottawa REDBLACKS v. Hamilton Tiger-Cats

The Stadium at TD Place,  1015 Bank Street, Ottawa

July 20, 2025

$25 & up

It’s Sunday night under the lights and the Tiger-Cats are coming to town. Kick off your night with $10 + HST happy hour drinks and a live band ...  »

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19 Jul

Thai Street Food Festival

Horticulture Building, 1525 Princess Patricia Way, Ottawa

July 19, 2025

Free

Join us for a one-day celebration packed with delicious street food, vibrant performances, and a lively artisan market.   »

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19 Jul

Westport Car Show Cruise & Shop

Lockwood Memorial Park, Westport

July 19, 2025

Free for spectators!

Cruise into Westport, Ontario, for the most family-friendly car and truck show in Eastern Ontario! Check out the awesome vehicles, meet great people, and experience a day ...  »

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19 Jul

Lock & Paddle 2025

Hartwells Lockstation, 901 Hartwells Locks Lane, Ottawa 

July 19, 2025

Free

Join Parks Canada at this free community paddling event in the Nation’s Capital on Canada’s Parks Day (July 19). After a hugely successful event in 2024, we’...  »

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19 Jul

Saturday Pro Comedy

Cultures Comedy Club, 291 Dalhousie St #2, Ottawa

July 19, 2025

$15

Cultures Comedy Club, the new hotbed for comedy in Ottawa, will be showcasing a lineup of diverse, hilarious acts on July 19. Headlined by rising star in Canadian ...  »

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19 Jul

Fetch Local Market – July

Agora Minto-Orléans, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa

July 19, 2025

Free Event

Join us July 19 from 10 to 3 for our third outdoor market of the year. 30+ local vendors, dog-friendly, and nail trims to support rescue pups! Shop local, support small ...  »

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19 Jul

Neema Naz: My Estupid Life Tour

Algonquin Commons Theatre,  1385 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa

July 19, 2025

$25 -$60 +fees

The EStupid Group presents Neema Naz Live Tour. On the My Estupid Life Comedy Tour, Neema Naz will tell the animated tales of growing up in an ...  »

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19 Jul

TOUCH-A-TRUCK

Nepean Sportsplex back parking, 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean

July 19, 2025

613-915-4010

Free

Join us for an exciting event catering to children, families, and community members. Get up close and personal with different types of landscape industry vehicles and equipment. ...  »

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19 Jul

Saturday Pro Comedy

Cultures Comedy Club, 291 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa

July 19, 2025

$9-20

Come to Cultures Comedy Club on July 19 for a night of hilarity, featuring professional comedians and headlined by one of the most original voices in the Toronto ...  »

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18 Jul

U-Pick Flowers & Sunflowers at Green Corners Farm

Green Corners, 1259 York's Corners Road, Ottawa

July 18, 2025 To September 14, 2025

$5 – $25

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! ...  »

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18 Jul

Bloomfest Garden Art Show & Sale

Whitehouse Perennials, 594 Rae Road, Almonte

July 18, 2025 To July 27, 2025

Free

Garden Art Show and Sale featuring 20+ talented artisans. The work will be displayed throughout the gardens and Daylily field. The Daylily field will be in full bloom ...  »

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18 Jul

Harbhajan Mann Live in Concert

Algonquin Commons Theatre, 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa

July 18, 2025

$35 -$100 +fees

Experience an unforgettable night of soul-stirring Punjabi music with the legendary Harbhajan Mann, live in concert at Algonquin Commons Theatre! Harbhajan Mann brings his iconic voice, heartfelt ...  »

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18 Jul

Nando’s Mandela Day Pantry Raid

Nando's Locations, Canada

July 18, 2025

9058049082

Non-perishable item

This Friday, July 18th is Mandela Day, and Nando’s is inviting Canadians in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario to raid their pantries for non-perishables and swing ...  »

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17 Jul

Abbas Wahab LIVE | The Joyride Tour

LIVE! on Elgin, 220 Elgin St #2, Ottawa

July 17, 2025 To July 18, 2025

$30

Catch Viral Comedian Abbas Wahab on his North American Joyride Tour, July 17th and 18th at LIVE On Elgin! Abbas Wahab is a New York-based, Canadian comedian ...  »

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17 Jul

Symphonic Waves

Southam Hall, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 17, 2025

$15.00 - $20.00

Step into a special summer concert that feels like a breath of fresh air. Come as you are, bring your friends, and let Beethoven sweep you away ...  »

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17 Jul

Le Sacre de Lila

Babs Asper Theatre, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 17, 2025

$15.00 - $45.00

Ismaël Mouaraki explores trance with a group of male dancers in his new creation, drawing inspiration from Lila ceremonies, mystical and musical traditional celebrations from his ...  »

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17 Jul

Alex Warren Album Premiere Listening Party at Chipotle

All Chipotle Restaurants in Canada (https://locations.chipotle.ca/)

July 17, 2025

Free

Chipotle is teaming up with singer-songwriter and brand superfan Alex Warren to premiere his new album, You’ll Be Alright, Kid, at more than 60 restaurants in Canada ...  »

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16 Jul

Festival Parasol

Hôtel-Casino du Lac-Leamy, ‍1 Casino Blvd, Gatineau

July 16, 2025 To July 26, 2025

$ 17.95 & 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 ...  »

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16 Jul

Always a Bridesmaid

Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Avenue, Ottawa

July 16, 2025 To August 2, 2025

613-233-8948

$16.00 - $32.00

Four gal pals have sworn to keep the promise they made on the night of their Senior Prom: to be in each other’s wedding parties…no ...  »

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13 Jul

Vintage Vehicle Experience

Cumberland Heritage Village Museum, 2940 Old Montreal Road, Ottawa

July 13, 2025

613-580-2988

$6.47 to  $9.14

Explore the rapid design and mechanical advancements made during the earliest years of the automotive era! Chat with car owners and see partially restored, restored, and un-restored ...  »

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12 Jul

Les Mamans du Congo and Rrobin

Azrieli Studio, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 12, 2025

$15.00 - $25.00

Les Mamans du Congo & Rrobin embody and sing to the African woman of the future. The self-described educators transmit Congolese cultural heritage and traditions to international ...  »

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12 Jul

TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift

Harold Shenkman Hall, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa

July 12, 2025

$60.25 - $65.25

Calling all Swifties—make a ‘sweet escape’ to the world of Taylor Swift! Showtime presents Josette with international band and dancers in this joyous, effervescent concert experience, ...  »

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12 Jul

Anvil

The Bronson, 211 Bronson Ave., Ottawa

July 12, 2025

$39.44 & up

Anvil is a Canadian heavy metal band formed in 1978, known for pioneering speed and thrash metal. Despite decades of obscurity, their perseverance inspired the acclaimed 2008 documentary Anvil! ...  »

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11 Jul

Felabration Canada – Shakara

Saw Gallery, 67 Nicholas St, Ottawa

July 11, 2025

$20 - $30

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and celebration as we bring Felabration to Canada for the very first time, in official partnership with Felabration Nigeria.  »

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11 Jul

De Mar y Río

Fourth Stage, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 11, 2025

$19.00

De Mar y Río is the ambassador group of youth and traditional marimba music, as they are the winners of the Petronio Álvarez 2024 Festival. This powerful ...  »

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11 Jul

Jim Norton: Now You Know

Algonquin Commons Theatre, 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa

July 11, 2025

$39.50-$59.50 +fees

James Norton is an American comedian, radio host, actor, author, and podcast host. He’s known for co-hosting UFC Unfiltered with Matt Serra and Jim Norton & ...  »

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10 Jul

Daoirí Farrell

Azrieli Studio, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 10, 2025

$15.00 - $25.00

Daoirí Farrell has gone from strength to strength since launching his solo live career at Celtic Connections in 2016. He can boast numerous honours from BBC Radio 2 Folk ...  »

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10 Jul

Murdoch Mysteries in Concert

Southam Hall, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 10, 2025 To July 11, 2025

$15.00 - $99.00

Join us for an electrifying evening that pulls back the curtain on CBC’s hit series Murdoch Mysteries—live in concert with the National Arts Centre Ochestra. ...  »

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10 Jul

SARĀB / Lívia Mattos

Fourth Stage, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

July 10, 2025

$19.00

Axé Worldfest and the National Arts Centre join forces for Axé Summer WorldFest 2025, uniting to celebrate global music, diversity, and culture through three unforgettable days of rhythm, ...  »

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10 Jul

Claire Desjardins | LINGER

Wall Space Gallery, 1090 Bank St., Ottawa

July 10, 2025 To July 26, 2025

Free

  WALL SPACE GALLERY is thrilled to present the latest solo exhibition by Claire Desjardins LINGER. In this exhibition Desjardins invites us into a space shaped by ...  »

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09 Jul

Nepean Concert Band in the park

Andrew Hayden Park, 3127 Carling Ave, Nepean

July 9, 2025 To August 20, 2025

Free

The Nepean Concert Band performs free concerts every 2nd Wed evenings during the summer at Andrew Hayden Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Who is it ...  »

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08 Jul

Jazz@248 Inc. (Jazz cafe)

JAZZ@248 INC., 248 Bank St, Ottawa

July 8, 2025 To December 31, 2025

$10 cover from Tuesdays-Sundays 6pm-11pm

We are Ottawa’s ultimate Jazz jamming cafe. The home for Bebop, Ballads, Swing, Bossa Nova, Brazilian popular music, Cool Jazz, Funk, Latin, and Jazz Standards. This ...  »

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07 Jul

Amazing Escape Camp 2025 – Summer Ottawa

Escape Manor Junior, 900 Greenbank Rd #1008, Nepean

July 7, 2025 To August 29, 2025

(613) 695-1655 ext. 5

$350

Escape Manor is pleased to announce the return of the Amazing Escape Camp! This summer, Campers will have the opportunity to hone their mental and physical skills ...  »

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06 Jul

Children’s Plant Propagation Workshop

Indigo Barrhaven, 125 RioCan Avenue, Nepean

July 6, 2025

$35

Discover the beauty of plant propagation in this hands-on workshop led by My First ABC Book of Houseplants author and illustrator, Priscille Joseph. Hosted in partnership with ...  »

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05 Jul

Pirate Fest

Pirate Life, 588 Hog’s Back Road, Ottawa 

July 5, 2025

Free

Yo ho ho there mateys! Pirate Life Ottawa invites you to join us for our 2nd annual Ottawa Pirate Fest  at Mooney’s Bay. We will have ...  »

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05 Jul

Woke & Play | Mafia Night 2

Suya Royale Grill & Chill, 824 Somerset St W, Ottawa

July 5, 2025

$17

Get ready for a night of mystery, music, and storytelling, brought to you by Woke Studios Collective. Welcome to Kalakuta Island, a mysterious West African paradise where ...  »

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05 Jul

WolfGANG Sessions #26

Club Saw, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa

July 5, 2025

$15.00 - $26.75

WolfGANG Sessions at Club SAW is a night of music that is sure to entertain. Grab your adventurous friends and take them out for a wild night ...  »

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05 Jul

Avril Lavigne

Hard Rock Casino Ottawa,  4837 Albion Road, Ottawa

July 5, 2025

$152.16 & up

Avril Lavigne kicks off opening weekend at the brand-new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa! With over 50 million albums sold, 8 GRAMMY® nominations, and a her catalog full ...  »

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04 Jul

Speed Networking Evening

Collab Space, 70 Bongard Ave, Nepean

July 4, 2025

$15

Join us for the Speed Networking Evening hosted by Esprit Marketing — a dynamic event designed to connect professionals, entrepreneurs, and go-getters like you! What to expect? Rapid-fire ...  »

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04 Jul

Paul Taylor: F*** Me I’m French

Algonquin Commons Theatre, 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Algonquin College, Ottawa

July 4, 2025

$29 - $35+fees

Get ready for a night of laughs as Paul shares his hilarious experiences of being a British expat in France—from linguistic mix-ups to cultural misunderstandings. Paul ...  »

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04 Jul

Indigenous Walking Tours – Unearthing our Roots on Ottawa Routes

City Hall,  110 Laurier Ave W., Ottawa

July 4, 2025 To October 18, 2025

Free

The Indigenous Walking Tours (IWT) will explore Ottawa downtown monuments, art, architecture and landscape through an Indigenous perspective. These exceptional tours present a unique opportunity to learn ...  »

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03 Jul

Ottawa Summer Tournaments

Wesley Clover Parks,  401 Corkstown Road., Ottawa

July 3, 2025 To July 13, 2025

$13.54

Wesley Clover Parks invites you to witness the ultimate display of grace, skill, and heart-pounding excitement at some of the most anticipated show jumping events of the ...  »

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03 Jul

Lansdowne Movie Nights

Lansdowne Park, Marché Way, Ottawa

July 3, 2025 To August 28, 2025

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: Thursday ...  »

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03 Jul

An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee

Hard Rock Casino Ottawa, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa

July 3, 2025

$73 & up

Opening night at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa starts with music royalty. Don’t miss 16-time GRAMMY® winner David Foster and powerhouse vocalist Katharine McPhee as ...  »

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02 Jul

Cirque Du Soleil’s Ovo

Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Dr., Ottawa

July 2, 2025 To July 6, 2025

$49 + applicable taxes and fees and up

OVO is the 25th Cirque du Soleil live production created on the company’s 25th anniversary. The show plunges the audience into the hidden universe alive at ...  »

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31 May

Maze Days

Saunders Farm, 7893 Bleeks Rd, Ottawa

May 31, 2025 To August 31, 2025

$18.99 to $30

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 ...  »

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01 May

Ottawa Biplane Adventures

Rockcliffe Flying Club, 1495 Sir George-Étienne Cartier Pkwy, Ottawa

May 1, 2025 To November 9, 2025

$51 & up

Enjoy the views of Parliament and downtown Ottawa from above! Travel along the picturesque Ottawa River, Strap on your aviator’s cap and goggles and get a ...  »

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01 May

Blackburn Ladies Softball League – 2025 summer season

Blackburn Hamlet, 190 Glen Park Dr, Ottawa

May 1, 2025 To October 31, 2025

250$

Softball league for women 18 years of age and over. Any skill level is welcome. * Orthodox style pitching * Sliding and stealing permitted * Pitching mask mandatory for pitchers & ...  »

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