What’s Happening in Ottawa? June 19-25
June 15-25
The Ottawa Fringe Festival is a 10-day-long celebration of local, national, and international artwork.
June 20
The Poor Chefs Competition is a culinary competition featuring some of Ottawa’s best chefs, hosted by and for Operation Come Home.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/poor-chefs-competition-tickets-580828582927
June 21-25
The Ottawa Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival will feature some of Canada’s best Indigenous talent - dancing, workshops, food, music, and more! The event is entirely free, held at Mādahòkì Farm.
https://summersolsticefestivals.ca/
June 21
The Summer Solstice Fashion Show, a part of National Indigenous History Month, will feature apparel and accessories from Indigenous makers and owned brands, in collaboration with Adaawewigamig.
https://ottawamarkets.ca/events/indigenous-night-market-in-collaboration-with-asinabka
June 22-25
The Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is back for another year! This multi-day festival along the Rideau River features racing, concerts, food, and more.
June 23
Also for National Indigenous History Month, the Indigenous Night Market is hosted by Ottawa Markets, partnering with The Assembly of Seven Generations.
https://ottawamarkets.ca/events/indigenous-night-market
June 23-24
The Latin American Film Festival will feature full films, documentaries, and short films from 17 Latin American countries to increase awareness, appreciation, and understanding of diverse cultures!
https://www.ottawafestivals.ca/event/latin-american-film-festival/
June 23-25
Escapade Music Festival is back for its 13th year! Taking place at Lansdowne Park, this three-day festival features electronic music with some of the biggest DJs in the world in attendance!
June 24
The Byward Night Market takes place at golden hour - enjoy all sorts of shopping, food, and musical events and stands!
https://ottawamarkets.ca/byward-market
June 24
The Riveroak Roughneck is a full day of obstacle courses, a festival, and plenty to do for the whole family!
https://www.riveroak.ca/tickets
June 25
The 5th annual Meat and Grease Ottawa Car Show will feature hundreds of vehicles and plenty of door prizes, 50/50 raffles, and more.