What’s Happening in Ottawa? June 12-18
June 8-18
The Ottawa Italian Festival will take place this entire week - including the FCA Ottawa Ferrari Festival, the Italian Car Parade, a main stage with music and events, the Preston Street Market, and more.
https://www.ottawaitalianfestival.com/
June 13-17
The Ottawa Indian Film Festival Awards will feature Indian films, filmmakers, and perspectives through movie screenings, master classes, and other special events.
June 14
Welcome Wednesday is hosted by the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and is a free open-door initiative to welcome guests into the museum who may otherwise not be able to visit.
https://ingeniumcanada.org/agriculture/search?f%5B0%5D=museum%3A29&keywords=Welcome%20Wednesday
June 14
Broadway Sunset Cruises is a Broadway adventure… on a boat! Grab tickets to attend an unforgettable night on the water listening to top sing-a-long Broadway songs.
June 15
The Redblacks are back for the home opener against the Calgary Stampeders!
https://www.ottawaredblacks.com/
June 16
The Vegans Who Snack Food Festival is back again! From 5-9 pm, visit over 45 small businesses with plenty of snack, grocery, and treat options as well as self-care, art, flowers, and more. Dog-friendly, vegan-friendly, and lots of fun.
https://www.instagram.com/veganswhosnack/
June 16
The Bachata Obsession Summer Edition is happening at Major’s Hill Park again! This event is a monthly, free social and dance to current and classic songs. All dance levels are welcome and no partner is needed!
https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/bachata-obsession-summer-edition
June 16
Youth Pride Prom: The Secret Garden is a free (but ticketed) event for 2SLGBTQ+ youth grades 9-12, and their friends.
https://capitalpride.ca/the-secret-garden-a-youth-pride-prom/
June 16-18
Festival Franco-Ontarien will celebrate francophone culture through arts, entertainment, and concerts!
https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/festival-franco-ontarien
June 17
Swing on the Hill is a free event hosted by the Ottawa Swing Dance Society on Parliament Hill! Stop by for jazz and swing dance from 11 am until 4 pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/104563885983435
June 17
613Flea is back again this month at Lansdowne Park! This free event features over 140 vendors with all types of goods - handmade, antique, vintage, and more.
https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/613flea
June 17
The Ottawa Flower Market takes place at the Parkdale Market once a month! Visit to enjoy local growers in the community, pick up various seasonal flowers, and meet with the community members who grow them.
https://www.ottawaflowermarket.ca/
June 17
ArtsPark is a free local market with artists, craft makers, musical performances, and other family activities!
https://wellingtonwest.ca/artspark2023/
June 17
The Navy Bike Ride, presented by BMO, will occur at 79 Prince of Wales Drive. Admission is free, and there will be bouncy castles and activities for kids while the ride takes place!
June 17
Pride Month kicks off with RuPaul’s Drag Race season 15 contestant Marcia Marcia Marcia, as well as plenty of local drag performers.
https://capitalpride.ca/celebrate-pride-with-marcia-marcia-marcia/
June 18
The Preston Street Bicycle Races is a full day of races for all ages!
