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Faith Fyles’s pioneering career as both a botanist and artist is brought into conversation with contemporary women artists, revealing how her legacy continues through themes of land, labour, and care for the natural world.
International tattoo artists, onsite tattooing, world-class tattoo battles with over $10,000 in prizes, live bands, circus acts, suspension performances, and burlesque dancers.
Three-day celebration of Mexican culture featuring art, gastronomy, music, and dance in honor of the traditional Day of the Dead.
Immersive steampunk experience with 30 exhibitors, 8 activities, and 2 competitions! Explore 19th century Outaouais forests where enchanted creatures meet industrial progress.
Craft your own dreamcatcher with Indigenous artist Ashley Clark. Learn about Indigenous artistry and resilience in this 1.5-2 hour hands-on workshop. All materials supplied.
Free Thursday evening admission with seasonal refreshments, live music, and art-making activities. Presented by BMO at the Scotiabank Great Hall.
A cozy cafe just off Bank Street with a scratch kitchen, local ingredients, and a community feel. Hosts art shows, workshops, and evening events. Known for their muffins and soothing lattes.
Canada's premier art museum, housed in a landmark Moshe Safdie glass-and-granite building on Sussex Drive. Home to the world's most comprehensive collection of Canadian and Indigenous art, plus European masterworks and contemporary pieces — over 93,000 works in total. Free every Thursday evening 5–8 PM.
Ottawa's municipal art gallery, always free to visit. Features rotating exhibitions of Canadian, local, and international contemporary art. Open late Wednesday through Saturday until 9 PM. Located downtown near the Rideau Centre.
Ottawa's best art galleries — from the National Gallery of Canada to independent artist-run centres, Indigenous art, and private collections. Free and paid options across the city.
A guide to Ottawa's best public art, from the giant Maman spider and balanced rock sculptures to street murals, monuments, and hidden bronze cats. All freely accessible.
