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Bytown celebrations

Bytown celebrations

Sep 26-27, 2026 Ottawa
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Bytown celebrations is a free public event in downtown Ottawa and along the Rideau Canal, featuring Canadian Armed Forces ceremonial cannon fire, a five-kilometre fun run, and boat races. Attendees should expect...

Cultural events Military Ceremony Fun Run +3
Sudanese Festival

Sudanese Festival

Sep 5-6, 2026 Ottawa

The Sudanese Festival in Ottawa is a community-led cultural event organized by the Sudanese Canadian Association of Ottawa. Established as the city's first festival dedicated to Sudanese heritage, the gathering provides a...

Sudanese Culture Community Gathering Ottawa +3
Capital Pride Parade

Capital Pride Parade

Aug 30, 2026 Ottawa

The Capital Pride Parade returned to Ottawa on August 30, 2026, commencing just after 1 p.m. at the intersection of Wellington and Booth streets. This year's parade followed a cancellation the previous...

Pride Parade Lgbtq +3

Ottawa Dyke March

Aug 29, 2026 Ottawa

The Ottawa Dyke March is a grassroots rally and march scheduled for August 29, 2026, in Ottawa. The event emphasizes political visibility and community connection, featuring speeches and a gathering for participants.

Grassroots Pride Lgbtq +5
SoundScape festival

SoundScape festival

Aug 27, 2026 Ottawa

SoundScape is a new series of immersive performances in Ottawa that debuted on August 27, 2026. The inaugural event transformed the space beneath the historic Plaza Bridge into a vibrant venue featuring...

Music festival Immersive Art Digital Storytelling +5
Bluesfest

Bluesfest

Jul 9, 2026 Ottawa

Bluesfest opened at LeBreton Flats in Ottawa on July 9, 2026. The music festival featured its opening night activities and included a CHEO Foundation partnership during the festival period, while a separate...

Music festival Live music Ottawa +2
Escapade Music Festival

Escapade Music Festival

Jun 26, 2026 Ottawa, Ontario

The 2026 Escapade Music Festival was a major electronic music event held in Ottawa, Ontario. Celebrating its 10th-anniversary edition, the festival took place on June 26 at the RA Centre, featuring performances...

Electronic Music Edm Music festival +4