What’s Happening in Ottawa? August 14 - 20
August 16
Salsa at City Hall is a free Latin dance event on Wednesdays in July and August.
https://salsa-city-hall.square.site/
August 17
City Sounds is an outdoor music festival across many Ottawa neighbourhoods.
https://ottawamic.com/citysounds
August 18
RuPaul’s Drag Race is coming to Ottawa on their Werq the World tour! At TD Place, enjoy a sci-fi production sure to bring everything you’re looking for from a stadium drag show.
https://www.tdplace.ca/event/rupauls-drag-race-werq-the-world-2023/
August 19
Bachata on the Hill is a pop-up Latin dance event from 12-4 pm on Parliament Hill. A lesson will take place from 12-1.
https://www.facebook.com/CapitalBachataFestival/events
August 19
The Ottawa Flower Market will be selling flowers all day, and guests can speak with farmers to learn more about their blooms.
https://www.ottawaflowermarket.ca/
August 19
The WWE Supershow will be taking place at the Canadian Tire Centre! This is the last Ottawa WWE event for 2023 - it’s a can’t miss!
https://www.canadiantirecentre.com/event/wwe-supershow/
August 19
The Salvadoran Festival of la Papusa is a family-friendly celebration of El Salvador’s independence, food, art, culture, and sport.
https://www.facebook.com/events/3659456387632264/
August 19
The 5k Foam Fest features a variety of obstacles and foam for all ages to adventure through!
https://the5kfoamfest.com/canada/locations/ottawa/
August 19
Pride Pageant is one of the biggest drag events of the summer - featuring drag performers from the region competing for a variety of Capital Pride titles!
https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/34224
August 11-20
The Ottawa Garden Festival features more than 140 public gardens in and around a ‘city of gardens’ - featuring tours, cocktails, art exhibits, design demos, yoga, and more!
https://gardensottawa.ca/ottawagardenfestival/
August 17-20
The Russell Agricultural Fair features all types of agricultural heritage and entertainment throughout the weekend.
August 17-20
War Machines - History in Motion is a historic military vehicle demonstration taking place at the Canadian War Museum.
https://www.warmuseum.ca/event/war-machines/
August 17-20
The Vankleek Hill Fair is one of the oldest agricultural fairs in Ontario filled with family fun.
August 18-20
The Capital City Bloodbath is a competitive miniature and board gaming event over the weekend at the EY Centre.
August 19-20
Capital Ukrainian Festival will feature Ukrainian art and culture through music, food, drinks, art, crafts, and more along the canal.
http://www.capitalukrainianfestival.com/
August 19-20
Old Aylmer Festival is an event meant to demonstrate all the amazing things to do and see in the town - be sure to stop by to see the local businesses and activities on offer!
https://apica.ca/en/evenement/the-old-aylmer-festival/
August 20
Kings and Queens Afternoon Drag Tea at the Chateau Laurier is a brunch featuring some amazing food and performances!
https://www.facebook.com/events/826142455383013/
August 20
The Hammond Pride Party, raising money for Rainbow Railroad, is a family-friendly day with food, drinks, vendors, face painting, games, dancing, and a drag show!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/second-annual-hammond-pride-party-tickets-598585173367
