
Best Summer Festivals in Ottawa
A guide to Ottawa's biggest summer festivals, from Bluesfest and the Jazz Festival to Canada Day, Dragon Boat, and free street festivals. Includes dates, ticket prices, and locations for the 2026 season.
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Saturday, June 19, 2027 | 10:30 a.m. Section 27, Beechwood Cemetery – Canada’s National Cemetery Join the members of the…

Join Us for the Third Annual Under the Maple Leaf – Respecting the Canadian Flag Ceremony Wednesday, June 9, 2027 | 7:00…

Veterans National Memorial Remembrance Ceremony The Veterans National Memorial Remembrance Ceremony brings together Vete…

Join Us for the 154th Anniversary of the Founding of the North-West Mounted Police and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police…

Join us on May 8th 2027 at 1030 hrs for a Remembrance and Wreath laying ceremony at the National Military Cemetery. We w…

Join Us for the Dutch Remembrance Ceremony on May 4, 2026 Date: Monday, May 4, 2027 1:30 PM to 3:00 pmLocation: National…

Join us on Tuesday, April 27, 2027, at 6:30 p.m. at Beechwood Cemetery for a compelling evening of military history, rem…

A new chapter. A voice asserting itself. With Si.elle, her fifth album, released in winter 2026, Céleste Lévis is back o…

A New Year's event for the whole family. Ring in 2027 early (at noon)! Wear your pajamas or your fancy finery if you wou…

For ages 13-18. This year, we challenge you to read 1 book a month. Pick up your Young Adult Reading Challenge 2026 shee…

Play card games and board games at the library. For families. Drop-in. / La bibliothèque vous accueille pour des jeux de…

Join us for a free screening of 42nd Street as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The fil…

Ottawa's largest not-for-profit flea market at Lansdowne Park with 150+ vendors selling vintage clothing, antiques, handmade goods, and food. Free admission, twice monthly on Saturdays.

Ottawa's new central library, a joint facility with Library and Archives Canada. Expected to open in late 2026. The name means "to tell a story" in Anishinaabemowin.

A waterfront park on the Ottawa River in Nepean, featuring a splash pad with pirate ship play structure, bandshell for summer concerts, scenic ponds with fountains, and a direct connection to the Ottawa River cycling pathway. Free admission and parking.

A free, interactive museum exploring economics and monetary history. Home to the National Currency Collection with over 110,000 artifacts, plus hands-on exhibits including a rocket ship inflation simulator and a design-your-own banknote station.

A small island park on the Ottawa River near the Champlain Bridge, popular for kayaking, river surfing, fishing, and watching the Champlain Rapids.

Beechwood Cemetery is Ottawa's National Cemetery of Canada offering funeral, cremation, and burial services since 1873. Home to Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) plots with 95 WWI and 143 WWII war graves, the National Military Cemetery, and the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery.

A charming neighbourhood farmers' market in New Edinburgh Park, near Rideau Hall. Small, curated selection of local produce, meats, cheeses, and baked goods.

Ottawa's most popular off-leash dog park — a large, fenced area with wooded trails, open grasslands, and a community atmosphere. Part of the NCC Greenbelt trail system.

One of Canada's oldest and largest public markets, established in 1826. Home to over 600 businesses including restaurants, boutiques, and a year-round indoor market with seasonal outdoor vendors.

One of the largest producer-based farmers' markets in Eastern Ontario, drawing 80+ vendors every Saturday from May through October.

A 427-hectare National Historic Site in the heart of Ottawa, home to ornamental gardens, a free tropical greenhouse, the Fletcher Wildlife Garden, and the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum. Active agricultural research farm since 1886 with year-round free access to grounds.

A riverside park in Gloucester with a covered BBQ gazebo, splash pad, basketball court, playground, soccer fields, and a viewing deck overlooking the Rideau River. Free admission and two parking lots.

A guide to Ottawa's biggest summer festivals, from Bluesfest and the Jazz Festival to Canada Day, Dragon Boat, and free street festivals. Includes dates, ticket prices, and locations for the 2026 season.

The best easy hiking trails in Ottawa for beginners, families, and anyone wanting a short nature walk. Flat boardwalks, wheelchair-accessible trails, and shaded forest loops under 5km — all within 30 minutes of downtown.

The best family-friendly summer activities in Ottawa, from splash pads and outdoor pools to waterparks, aerial adventures, and day trips. Includes swimming spots, free activities, and rainy-day options.

A complete guide to parks with barbecue facilities in Ottawa, including City and NCC parks with BBQ pits, rules and regulations, permit info, and tips for a great outdoor cookout.

A guide to Ottawa's best flea markets and vintage markets, including schedules, what to expect, and tips for finding the best deals.

A detailed comparison of Bruce Pit and Conroy Pit — Ottawa's two most popular off-leash dog parks. Trail maps, features, tips, and which one is right for your dog.

Ottawa has 9 fenced dog parks where your dog can run off-leash in a secure, enclosed area. Here is every fenced dog park with rules, locations, and directions.

The complete guide to all 153 off-leash dog parks in Ottawa. Find where your dog can run free — organized by neighborhood, with water access info and park rules.

The complete guide to every Easter egg hunt in Ottawa for 2026. Compare dates, prices, age groups, and what to expect — from farm hunts to museum scavenger hunts to free community events.

A guide to celebrating Canada Day in the national capital. Covers the LeBreton Flats main stage, Parliament Hill events, fireworks, free museums, and practical tips for July 1.

A guide to National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 in Ottawa. Covers the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, museum programming, Indigenous cultural experiences, and ways to engage respectfully.

A guide to celebrating the Fête nationale du Québec (Saint-Jean-Baptiste) on June 24 from the Ottawa-Gatineau region. Covers the Festival Outaouais en fête, bonfires, concerts, and how to get there from Ottawa.