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Events & Festivals This Week in Ottawa

A look at what’s on this week in Ottawa – Events and Activities this Week in Ottawa from July 6 to 12, 2026.

 

12 Jul

Vintage Vehicle Experience

Cumberland Heritage Village Museum, 2940 Old Montreal Road, Ottawa

July 12, 2026

613-580-2988

$6.65 - $23.83

Explore the rapid design and mechanical advancements made during the earliest years of the automotive era at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum! See partially restored, restored, and un-restored ...  »

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12 Jul

Ottawa BlackJacks vs. Brampton Honey Badgers

The Arena at TD Place, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa

July 12, 2026

$25 & up

Cheer on the Ottawa BlackJacks as they bring fast paced action and high energy play to the home court in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. HOW MUCH ...  »

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11 Jul

HOPE Volleyball SummerFest

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 ...  »

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11 Jul

Punk Night at the Rainbow

The Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray St, Ottawa

July 11, 2026

8193517274

Online tickets $12 plus HST / $15 At the door

Brace yourself for Punk Night at the Rainbow with one of Ottawa’s favourite punk bands, Passenger Princess. Also featuring local punk staples Sugar Bomb, and the ...  »

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11 Jul

YueSpiration: 10 Years in the Making

Les Lye Studio Theatre, 101 Centrepointe Dr., Ottawa

July 11, 2026

$10.00 - $15.00

Ten years is a long journey. For Meng Wei Yue Opera Studio, it has been a decade of passion, dedication, and cultural connection, bringing Yue Opera from ...  »

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11 Jul

Tear Drops on my Dildo! Comedy Show

Yuk Yuk's Ottawa, 1394 Richmond Rd ,Ottawa

July 11, 2026

4162003577

$40 per ticket

A runaway success at festivals and theatres across Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Ireland, Teardrops on My Dildo is a raw, confessional and wickedly funny evening ...  »

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11 Jul

Vankleek Hill Porchfest

Various Venues, Vankleek Hill 

July 11, 2026

Free

A free, family-friendly celebration of community and creativity featuring live music from 40+ artists performing on porches and lawns throughout Vankleek Hill.  »

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11 Jul

Ghana Fest Ottawa

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 ...  »

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11 Jul

All British Car Day

Clarke Fields Park, 93 Houlahan Street, Ottawa

July 11, 2026

Free

This unique event is dedicated to showcasing legendary classic cars from Great Britain, including Rolls Royce, Bentley, MG, Austin-Healey, Triumph, Jaguar, Lotus, Land Rover, Sunbeam and Mini. ...  »

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10 Jul

Candlelight Concerts

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 ...  »

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10 Jul

Night Waves

Calypso Waterpark, 2015 Calypso Street, Limoges

July 10, 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 ...  »

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09 Jul

Ottawa Bluesfest

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 ...  »

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09 Jul

Lansdowne Movie Nights

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: ...  »

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08 Jul

ABBA Celebration

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

July 8, 2026 To July 18, 2026

$79 & up

The magic of ABBA’s hits merges with your festive spirit. The Théâtre du Casino du Lac-Leamy is transformed into a giant disco ball that vibrates ...  »

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08 Jul

Ottawa BlackJacks vs. Montreal Alliance

The Arena at TD Place, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa

July 8, 2026

$25 & up

Cheer on the Ottawa BlackJacks as they bring fast paced action and high energy play to the home court in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. HOW MUCH ...  »

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07 Jul

Ottawa Titans Baseball Club

300 Coventry Road, Ottawa

July 7, 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 ...  »

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07 Jul

Les souvenirs du sable

Fourth Stage, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa

July 7, 2026 To July 11, 2026

$7.50 - $15.00

Les souvenirs du sable is a tale of the depths of grief and the strength of children, recounting the story of a little girl named Alma, who ...  »

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04 Jul

Pop Up Cinema

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 ...  »

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02 Jul

Family Hour at Escape Manor

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 ...  »

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01 Jul

Ottawa Summer Tournaments

Wesley Clover Parks,  401 Corkstown Road., Ottawa

July 1, 2026 To July 12, 2026

$18.35 & up

Experience the best of Canadian show jumping, just steps away from the action! Spend the day watching high-stakes competition while enjoying family-friendly activities, local shopping, great food, ...  »

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29 Jun

Company of Fools – A Midsummer Night’s Dream

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 ...  »

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26 Jun

Jurassic Kingdom Ottawa

Wesley Clover Parks, 401 Corkstown Road, Nepean

June 26, 2026 To July 12, 2026

$20 to $30

Jurassic Kingdom, the largest touring outdoor dinosaur show of its kind featuring more than 40 life-size animatronic dinosaurs. Visitors follow a curated trail of moving and roaring dinosaurs ...  »

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23 Jun

Farm Store Pop-Up @ Zibi

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 ...  »

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10 Jun

Music in the Park Presented by Ottawa Jazz Fest

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 ...  »

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06 Jun

Ottawa City Rafting – Guided River Tour

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’...  »

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04 Jun

High Tea on the Veranda

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 ...  »

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22 May

Light at Night Kayaking

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, ...  »

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21 May

Dance at Zibi Presented by the NAC

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 ...  »

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17 May

Nepean Night Market

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, ...  »

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16 May

Pirate Life Ottawa

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 ...  »

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16 May

Whitewater Rafting with OWL Rafting

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 ...  »

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16 May

Summer at the Farm

The Log Farm, 670 Cedarview Road, Nepean

May 16, 2026 To August 30, 2026

$12.99

The entire experience is outside enjoying nature, with acres of space to run and play. Visiting the farm during the summer, you can see all the animals. ...  »

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16 May

Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park

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 ...  »

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15 May

Rock Dunder Hiking Trail

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 ...  »

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09 May

NCC Weekend Bikedays

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, ...  »

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13 Mar

Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show

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, ...  »

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07 Mar

Faith Fyles: In Full Bloom

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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