What’s Happening in Ottawa? June 5-11
June 6
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards will be taking place at the National Arts Centre to announce awards. Awards include 2 international categories, 13 self-nomination categories, and one legacy award. There will be live performances from a variety of musicians, and tickets to attend start at just $20.
https://summersolsticefestivals.ca/2023-music-awards/
June 7-9
The Water Canada Summit for 2023 will feature in-depth discussions, learning opportunities, and networking sessions on the water cycle, innovations, and more.
https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/water-canada-summit-2023
June 8-10
The Orleans Craft Beer Festival will feature more than 25 craft beer vendors, as well as some amazing food options, wine and spirits, and live entertainment!
https://www.orleansfestivals.ca/orleans-craft-beer-festival/
June 8-11
The Ferrari Club of America’s Ottawa Chapter will be putting on the Ottawa Ferrari Festival all weekend, including car displays of Ferraris and other rare Italian cars, a demo zone, car parade, an awards dinner and luncheon, and more.
https://www.fcaottawa.com/info
June 10
Pique is an artistic event featuring live music, visual art installations, dj sets, amongst plenty of stages and levels of performances indoors and outdoors.
June 10
K-Fest, hosted by the Korean Cultural Centre of Canada and the Republic of Korea, will be hosting its largest-ever cultural festival, celebrating the 60th anniversary of CAN-KOR! There will be food vendors, cultural booths, a variety of performances from k-pop groups and cover groups, as well as traditional games and Korean tourism booths!
https://canada.korean-culture.org/en/1253/board/594/read/122816
June 10
613-Flea is a once-a-month marketplace at Lansdowne! It is a free-to-attend, not-for-profit event with over 140 vendors offering all types of handmade, vintage, and one-of-a-kind offerings! Food, art, records, comics, sweet treats, and more will all be available for purchase from local makers!
June 10
Mud Hero Ottawa is one of Canada’s largest obstacle courses! With 12k, 6k, and kids options available - it is an amazing experience for participants to test their skills through muddy obstacles. Participants get a medal, and once they finish, there is a beer garden and showers to keep the fun going!
https://www.mudhero.com/mud-hero-locations/ottawa
June 10-11
The Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour, held by the Ottawa Bicycle Club, will be passing between Ottawa and Kingston this weekend! Four routes range from 100-200km through the gorgeous Ottawa countryside.
