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Weekend Events & Festivals in Ottawa – June 19 to 21, 2026
A weekly digest of what’s on this weekend in Ottawa, including free fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports, and exhibitions.
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I. Family & Kids Activities
Stittsville Multicultural Festival
Saturday, June 20, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Village Square Park, 6000 Abbott Street, Ottawa
Free
Kanata Fun Fair
Bring the whole family to Kanata Fun Fair by All Canadian Entertainment for thrilling midway rides, fun fair foods, exciting games, and a memorable day of family-friendly entertainment. Details
June 19 to July 1, 2026
Kanata Recreation Complex, 100 Charlie Rogers Place, Kanata
Free
Kinburn Celebrates 200 Years of Bytown
Join us for a full day of community, history, and summer fun as we celebrate 200 years of Bytown right here in Kinburn! In partnership with the Fitzroy Township Historical Society, this special event brings together the best of our past and present, with something for everyone to enjoy. Details
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 12pm to 9 pm
Fireworks: 9 pm
Kinburn Community Centre, 3045 Kinburn Side Road, Ottawa
Free
Hunt Club Park Community Association Summer Festival
The Hunt Club Park Community Association (HCPCA) looks forward to welcoming you to the annual Summer Festival. Enjoy the usual favorites: fire truck, horse-drawn wagon rides, a bouncy castle, face painting, Little Ray’s Reptiles, Mermaids, hot dogs and s’mores. Pathway Patrol and the Ottawa Public Library will be there, and the wading pool will be open. Details
Saturday. June 20 2026 | 10:30 AM to 1 PM
Elizabeth Manley Park, 1261 Blohm Drive, Ottawa
Free
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
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 featuring host drum Sacred Flight and the debut of a NEW Smoke Dance category. Don’t miss the Glow-in-the-Dark Pow Wow and spectacular drone show. Details
June 20 & 21, 2026
Wesley Clover Parks, 401 Corkstown Rd, Ottawa
$0
Father’s Day Brunch Cruise
Treat Dad to something truly special this Father’s Day with a relaxing brunch cruise on the water. Enjoy delicious brunch favorites while taking in beautiful views as we cruise along the river. This special experience departs from the Hull Marina (Port de Plaisance) at Jacques-Cartier Park, offering scenic views and a relaxing atmosphere on the water. Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 10:30am (Ship Departs at 11:00am)
Ottawa Boat Cruise, Hull Marina, 160 Rue Laurier, Gatineau
$48.75 to $68.89
Tractor Jam
Join us at Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm for the 4th Annual Tractor Jam, hosted alongside the Carleton County Junior Farmers on June 21st! This family-friendly Father’s Day event features exciting tractor pulls, touch-a-truck experiences, antique tractors, show vehicles, a food truck & licensed bar, and fun for all ages. Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 12pm – 4pm
Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm, 2452 York’s Corners Rd. Edwards
By Donation
Father’s Day Car Show
Treat your dad, paternal role model, or favourite car enthusiast to a day of family-friendly fun at Billings Estate National Historic Site. Chat with community members about their pre-1999 antique and vintage cars. The Billings’ 1959 Cadillac Sedan de Ville will also be on display. Cast a vote for your favourite car, explore the museum at Ottawa’s oldest wood frame house, and challenge each other to a scavenger hunt. Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 10 am to 3 pm
Billings Estate National Historic Site, 2100 Cabot Street, Ottawa
$8.93 & up
Father’s Day at Upper Canada Village
Celebrate Dad with a full day of discovery, fresh air, and hands‑on history at Upper Canada Village, offering free admission for all fathers on Father’s Day. Stroll the scenic streets of this 1860s village, explore historic homes and workshops, and enjoy relaxed conversations with knowledgeable costumed interpreters. Watch live historic trades in action, from the lumber sawmill and carpentry shop to the blacksmith and tinsmith hard at work. Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg
Free for Fathers
Father’s Day Train Rides
Join us for a day of celebrating dads at RMEO! Celebrate Father’s Day at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario with a full day of vintage vehicles, family fun, and impressive feats of strength! Explore authentic WWII-era military vehicles presented by the Swords and Ploughshares Museum, admire a collection of classic vintage cars, enjoy yard games and museum exhibits, and grab a hot dog fresh off the grill. Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario, 90 William St W, Smiths Falls
$19.56 +fees
Summer at the Farm
May 16th – August 30th, 2026
The Log Farm, 670 Cedarview Road, Nepean
$12.99
Pirate Life Ottawa
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 Life: Adventure, Theatre and Cruise. An interactive adventure, become a buccaneer with costumes, face paint and a pirate alias! Details
May 16 to Oct 11, 2026
588 Hog’s Back Road, Ottawa
$14 to $44
At the library
Ottawa Public Library offers plenty of free activities for all ages, including toddler storytimes. Plan to attend some of the free activities during weekends:
Details and link for registration.
By City of Ottawa Recreation – Programs
II. Live Music
Concert Tours/EDM Concerts
- Celeigh Cardinal on Thursday, June 18 | 8:00 PM @ NAC
- Daniela Andrade – Oda Tour on Friday, June 19 | 7:00 PM @ The 27 Club
- Jessi Cruickshank DJ’s: Evening Club – A Dance Party w/ Xav Trudeau onon Friday, June 19 | 6:00 PM @ The Bronson
- Bailey Zimmerman: Different Night Same Rodeo Tour on Saturday, June 20 | 7:00 PM @
Canadian Tire Centre - Wintersleep – Wishing Moon Tour on Saturday, June 20 | 7:30 PM @ The Bronson
Ottawa Jazz Festival
June 19–28, 2026
Confederation Park, Elgin St, Ottawa
Free & Ticketed Events
Sinatra symphonique : Marc Hervieux
The greatest hits of Sinatra performed by Marc Hervieux and special guests! A chic, jazzy evening in true Manhattan style awaits, featuring the greatest hits of Frank Sinatra performed by renowned vocalist Marc Hervieux and special guests Mia Tinayre and Sam Champagne, backed by the FILMharmonique Orchestra. “Fly Me to the Moon,” “My Way,” “New York, New York,” “Strangers in the Night”. Details
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Theatre du Casino du Lac-Leamy, 1 Blvd du Casino, Gatineau
$89.99 & up
Candlelight Concerts
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Ottawa. Details
Tribute to Phil Collins – Fri, Jun 19 | 7:00 p.m.
Tribute to Fleetwood Mac – Fri, Jun 19 | 9:00 p.m.
Tribute to Céline Dion – Sat, Jun 20 | 7:00 p.m.
Tribute to TOOL – Sat, Jun 20 | 9:00 p.m.
Tribute to The Beatles – Sun, Jun 21 | 7:00 p.m.
Tribute to ABBA – Sun, Jun 21 | 9:00 p.m.
Knox Church, Ottawa
$34 & up
III. Live Theatre
Rock Of Ages
Paper Moon Theatre Inc. presents the Tony Award-nominated musical Rock of Ages. Set on the Sunset Strip in 1980s Los Angeles, Rock of Ages follows Sherrie and Drew as they chase fame, love, and a future in the heart of rock ’n’ roll. Built around the anthems that defined a generation, the show features music from Styx, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Whitesnake, Poison, and more. Details
June 17 to 21, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa
$102.75 & up
Paranormal Cirque
Gather your courage and step inside a twisted world of breathtaking acrobatics, dark humor, eerie illusions, and haunting performances. Our hosts are eagerly waiting to welcome you… and pull you deeper into the show with every act. Details
June 19 to 29, 2026
St Laurent Shopping Centre, 1200 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa
$30-$85
Ottawa Fringe Festival
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 the globe, Ottawa Fringe has never been funkier. Details
June 18 to 28, 2026
Various Venues, Ottawa
Varies
Completely Forgettable
June 19 to 28, 2026
Studio 1201, 10 Daly Ave, Ottawa
$14
Drôle de mariage !
Jamin Chtouki is back with a new comedy! If you liked him in “Les hommes viennent de Mars, les femmes de Vénus,” then you’ll love him in “Drôle de mariage!” Chantal has planned everything to surprise her husband Réjean with a memorable anniversary celebration! But Réjean, who can be a bit clueless at times, shows up empty-handed, forgetful and full of bad faith.. Details
Friday June 19, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Richcraft Theatre, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa
$23.00 – $33.50
Studio2Be’s Dad Jokes
Smart. Silly. Dad-Approved! Get ready for a night of groan-worthy greatness and laugh-out-loud storytelling at Dad Jokes. This is a stand-up comedy show celebrating fatherhood, flannel, and the fine art of the pun. Headlined by Ottawa’s legendary Pierre Brault, and featuring some of Ottawa’s sharpest comics, this show is for dads, future dads, people with dads… and anyone who’s ever rolled their eyes at a perfectly terrible joke! Details
Friday June 19, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Les Lye Studio Theatre, 101 Centrepointe Dr., Ottawa
$24.25
Michael Blaustein
Michael Blaustein is one of the fastest-rising stand-up comedians working today. His viral stand up comedy clips have amassed over 900 Million views across all social media platforms. He has sold out venues across the world, most recently closing out his successful 2025 tour year with over 70,000 tickets sold. Details
Saturday June 20, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
$54.00 – $126.00
Legends
Ottawa’s Premier Cabaret Show dives headlong into myths, folklore and legends. We love to tell stories and nothing brings our performers more joy than to explore dance through the legends that have shaped our world. Exploring myth and folklore from around the world through aerials, pole dance, burlesque, dance, and more, Ottawa’s Sexiest Cabaret is set to take you to thrilling new heights. Details
June 19 to 27, 2026
The Gladstone Theatre, 910 Gladstone Avenue, Ottawa
$49.00 – $70.00
Pressure
June 1944: On the eve of D-Day, 300,000 troops are ready to invade Europe, and success or devastating failure hangs on an accurate weather prediction. Eisenhower must choose between conflicting forecasts from his American celebrity weatherman or the Chief Meteorological Officer for the Allied Forces. An intense real-life thriller exploring the responsibilities of leadership and the personal toll of taking a stand. Details
June 10 to 27, 2026
Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Ave, Ottawa
$10.00 – $32.00
Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show
Come be serenaded by our singing Mountie, hockey player, Anne of Green Gables, Klondike Kitty, and many other special guests. This high-energy, family-friendly production features over 70 songs from Canadian artists, including Paul Anka, Celine Dion, Shania Twain, the Barenaked Ladies, Avril Lavigne, Justin Bieber, and many more. Details
Various Dates
Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Theatre, 330 Kent Street, Ottawa
$27.95 to $99.95
IV. Sports/Outdoor Activities
Ottawa Titans Baseball Club
June 19 to 21, 2026
- Friday, June 19 | Star Wars Night, Fireworks Show
- Sunday, June 21 | Father’s Day, Post-Game Catch on the Field.
300 Coventry Road, Ottawa
$15 to $24
The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival
The festival takes place in the natural setting of Mooney’s Bay Park, where spectators and competitors can enjoy a beverage or some tasty treats from a variety of food trucks while shopping at a number of exhibitors! Participants from all backgrounds and skill levels, from beginners to world champions, will have the opportunity to compete for greatness Details
June 19-21, 2026
Mooney’s Bay Park, Riverside Drive, Ottawa
Free
Ottawa REDBLACKS vs. Toronto Argonauts
Wear white. Bring noise. We’re turning TD Place into a full Whiteout – rally towels up, crowd on its feet, and energy from kick-off to final whistle. Arrive early for the pre-game party on Exhibition and be part of one of the loudest afternoons of the season. Details
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 1:00 PM
The Stadium at TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa
$25 & up
Ottawa Natural Classic
Presented by Canadian Physique Alliance (CPA). Please join us for the annual Ottawa Natural Classic competition! Details
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Algonquin Commons Theatre, 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa
$34.00-$86.50
Ottawa Rapid FC
vs. AFC Toronto Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 12:00 PM
The Stadium at TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa
$25 & up
Ottawa Blackjacks
vs. Saskatoon Mamba Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 7:00 PM
The Arena at TD Place, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa
$25 & up
Light at Night Kayaking
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, scenic beauty, and camaraderie. Details
June 5th – July 7th | 8:00 PM
Rideau Canal, 524 O’Connor St, Ottawa
$99 – $198
NCC Weekend Bikedays
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, this program is for you! These car-free roads are a great way to experience the beauty of Canada’s Capital Region in a fun, safe and environmentally friendly way. Details
Weekends and Holiday Mondays, May 9 to October 12, 2026
Various Venues, Ottawa
Free
General Activities
- Scenic Lookouts: 15 Scenic Lookouts In and Around Ottawa
- Waterfalls: 15+ Waterfalls to Visit in and Around Ottawa
- Hikes: 25 of the Best Hikes in and Around Ottawa
- Family Hikes: 20 Family Hikes and Walks in and Around Ottawa
- Nature Areas: 25 Must-Visit Nature Attractions and Nature Hotspots in and Around Ottawa
V. Festivals & Other Events
Father’s Day Brunch
Waubgeshig Rice: Anishinaabe History and Writing the Future
In celebration of National Indigenous History Month, join Ottawa Public Library for a talk with Waubgeshig Rice! Moon of the Turning Leaves was largely inspired by Anishinaabe history, culture, and Waubgeshig’s upbringing in his home community of Wasauksing First Nation. Waub recalls looking to the past to consider how to write about the future. This talk highlights historical, cultural, and speculative themes readers can explore when engaging with this book and others by Indigenous authors. Details
Friday June 19, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Harold Shenkman Hall, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa
Free Event
FCA Ottawa Ferrari Festival
During one weekend every June, the Ferrari Club of America Ottawa Chapter, along with more than 200,000 spectators and visitors, form a celebration of Ferraris and all things Italian. The culminating event of Italian Week, the festival turns Ottawa’s Corso Italia (Preston Street) into a 1.3 km concourse of rare automobiles, fine dining, and fun for the entire family. The 3-day festival consists of a wide variety of exciting events. Details
June 19-21, 2026
Preston Street, Ottawa
Free and ticketed
Fish Ontario Licence Free
OFFE is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish in Ontario licence-free. Participants fishing without a license must fish under the Conservation fishing license limits, which are set out in the current Ontario Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary. Details
June 20 & 21, 2026
Various Ontario Waterbodies
Free
White Lotus Society Cocktail Class
Inspired by the hit series The White Lotus, this interactive cocktail class takes guests on a journey through three iconic destinations: Hawaii, Italy, and Thailand. At each stop, you’ll learn to craft a cocktail inspired by the region while picking up a few insider mixology tricks along the way. But this isn’t just a class. Is there something deeper happening behind the scenes? Details
June 20 & 27, 2026 | 7pm-9pm
SFR Distillery, 767 Silver Seven Rd Unit 23, Ottawa
$95
Repair Café
Why toss it when you can fix it? Join the Ottawa Tool Library’s skilled volunteers and breathe new life into your broken items. Whether it’s a lamp that won’t light or a zipper that’s stuck, they’ll show you how to repair it — and you’ll pick up a few skills while you’re at it. It’s free, it’s fun, and it keeps stuff out of the landfill. Details
Saturday June 20, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Warehouse, 28 Booth Street, Ottawa
Free
Urban Art Collective Summer Night Market
Discover local vendors, handmade goods, and seasonal treats at our monthly summer night markets. Details
Saturday June 20, 5-10PM
Head Street Square, 310 Miwate Pvt, Ottawa
Free
613flea
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 great food! Details
June 20 | 10 AM – 4 PM
Lansdowne Park, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa
Free
CHAMBERS: Book Launch & Concert
A debut book launch and live performance experience that blends poetry, music, and movement into one immersive evening. Ottawa’s former Poet Laureate, Jamaal Amir Akbari, brings his first poetry collection to life alongside original music, exploring themes of identity, transformation, and self-discovery. The program features special guests Miss Ticca (dance and vocals), Apollo the Child (spoken word and rap), Abena Beloved Green (poetry and dance), and Amanda Lowe Warnakulasuriya (vocals, experimental-folk). Details
Sunday June 21, 2026 | 3:30 PM
Richcraft Theatre, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa
$22.00 – $41.00
York Street Car Show
Get ready for the Father’s Day Second Annual Car Show in the vibrant Byward Market! This thrilling event promises to showcase an incredible array of classic cars, modern marvels, and everything in between. This year, we’re celebrating fathers and raising awareness for prostate cancer in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. Bring your ride and showcase your passion for cars while honoring dads everywhere! Details
Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM
6 York Street, Ottawa
Free
Ottawa Italian Week Festival
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 experience and be Italian. Get ready to be immersed in the sights, sounds, and flavours of Italy as we kick off this year’s festivities in style on the streets of Ottawa’s Little Italy! Join us for a fun-filled weekend of entertainment, food, and culture as we celebrate all things Italian. Details
June 11-21, 2026
Little Italy, Ottawa
Free & Ticketed events.
High Tea on the Veranda
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 scrumptious treats and delicious teas, as the breeze floats over the historic setting on the veranda. Details
June 4 to September 25, 2026
Laurier House National Historic Site, 335 Laurier Ave. East, Ottawa
$68+fees
Ottawa City Rafting – Guided River Tour
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’s captial – fun, education and just enough excitement to be thrilled at the end of the run. It’s perfect for adventure seekers, families, schools and corporate groups. Details
June 6 – Mid-September
Britannia Beach, 102 Greenview Ave, Ottawa
$94 to $109
Beekeeping Experience
Come visit Gibbs Honey for an immersive tour of our home apiary, hives, honey house and wildflower meadows. This experience includes opening a hive. This hands-on experience is the perfect event for friends weekends, team building, or as a part of your visit to the beautiful Vankleek Hill area. Details
Various Weekends
Gibbs Honey, 501 Mac Callum’s Lane, Vankleek Hill
$60
Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park
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 trails and quaint bridges over a meandering creek. The Humanics sanctuary and sculpture park is a unique multi-cultural, multi-religious and multi-generational Canadian Institution focused on promoting principles of non-violence, human development, justice and peace. Details
May 16 to October 31, 2026
Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park , 3468 Ch. Old Montreal Rd, Ottawa
$7-$10
Nepean Night Market
Nepean Night Market brings amazing vendors, fantastic live music, fabulous food trucks, and the most awesome fun luvin’ summer nights!! Details
Sundays, May 17 to October 18, 2026 | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Mr.Lube parking lot, 1442 Baseline Road, Ottawa
Free
Discover the Capital – Historical Highlights Tour
Various Dates
89 Sparks Street, Ottawa
Pay What You Want Public Tour
Whitewater Rafting with OWL Rafting
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 turn of the last century. An introduction to whitewater is a full day natural roller coaster where you’ll paddle as a team – your experienced guide steers from the stern – all you have to do is listen for directions, join in and have fun. Details
May 16 – September 7 | various start times
40 Owl Lane, Foresters Falls
$85 & up
Faith Fyles: In Full Bloom
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 Canada’s Department of Agriculture. The exhibition traces her distinctive dual careers at Ottawa’s Central Experimental Farm (CEF): first as a botanist and then as an artist, with both roles often merging in one project. Details
March 7 to September 27, 2026
Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa
Free
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Hi, just drove out to Petrie Island and the Carivibe fest was only yesterday and not today as you have written.
@Various Venues — https://www.todocanada.ca/city/ottawa/event/carivibe-beach-food-festival/
me and my buddy are going next weekend. I cant wait for updated list. lots of fun items to do in Ottawa
Great resource. Thanks a lot!
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Great site, I look at it almost every week to get ideas on what to do with the kids.
Just to note, there’s a fair with carnival rides this weekend (Aug. 20-22) at the Earl Armstrong Arena. You can see it from the costco parking lot.
Here’s the address for those interested:
Earl Armstrong Arena
2020 Ogilvie Rd, Gloucester, ON K1J 7N8
To allay any confusion–when you click on “details” under “Shakespeare in the Park–A Midsummer Night’s Dream” there is an error suggesting that the play is “Cymbeline.” That was last year’s Bear production! This year’s show is, indeed “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Join us for one of our final three performances, Aug 2, 3, & 4!
Wow wish I had found this site much sooner. So many great events happening in Ottawa this weekend. Thanks for providing this list.
Thanks for the list!!! It really helps me plan my activities with my kids on the weekend.
Great listings! Thanks!
Thanks for including the Ottawa Canadian Film Festival http://ocanfilmfest.ca/ocanfilmfest2018
Useful. Thanks for sharing.
Why is it that the “Subscribe to our newsletter” – on the right hand side of this newsletter/webpage…
https://www.todocanada.ca/things-ottawa-weekend/
… does not include Ottawa in the “Select City News letter list”?
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