Ottawa area Fairs and Festivals

Ottawa area Fairs and Festivals Note, many dates mentioned will vary from year to year so remember to check the link to the actual event website to verify the current date. Any items in BLUE can be clicked to see photos of that location Jump to any section by clicking below Gatineau area Fairs and Festivals Outlying areas Fairs and Festivals
ByWard Market Auto Classic 613-562-3325 55 ByWard Market Square Ottawa June 5th		This unique auto show features an excellent collection of over 150 privately-owned classic and collector automobiles that are displayed in several locations throughout the ByWard Market. From Mustangs and Jaguars to one-of-a-kind classics and modern ‘smart cars’, no matter what your taste, you’re sure to find a car that catches your fancy! For more information click Here
Canadian Tulip Festival 613-567-4447 1-800-668-8547 Various May 4-21		Over three million tulips create an exotic mosaic of colour and beauty in Canada’s Capital Region, featuring over 20 Official Tulip and Attraction/Partner Sites along a 15km Tulip Route through Ottawa and Gatineau. For more information click Here
Canada Day Celebrations Parliament Hill Ottawa July 1st		Well technically not a Fair or Festival it is the most celebrated birthday with events through-out the city but the big bash is located on Parliament Hill where the concerts and closing Fireworks are the best place to be in Canada's Capital For more information click Here
CHEO's annual Teddy Bears' Picnic 613-737-2780 Rideau Hall 1 Sussex Drive July 9th		This event features a celebrity pancake breakfast, bears and clowns, rides, and a continuous stage show. Whether its stitches or a new pair of eyes your teddy bear needs, the B.A.S.H. (Bear Ambulatory Surgical Hospital) will fix him up! For more information click Here
Ottawa Jazz Festival Confederation Park Ottawa July 3		With ticketed shows taking place at the beautiful outdoor Confederation Park, as well as indoors at the National Library of Canada and the National Arts Centre Studio, there is something for all tastes. For more information click Here
Ottawa Caribbean Festival (Caribe-Expo) 613-729-1408 Festival Plaza Ottawa August 11-20		Caribe-Expo is a celebration of the Carnival of Cultures of the Caribbean. It reflects the history of the Caribbean Basin,while giving a vivid visual description of our cultural expressions. For more information click Here
Ottawa Folk Festival 613-230-8234 Britannia Park Ottawa August 17-20		The Ottawa Folk Festival is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to presenting live music in Ottawa year 'round. The Ottawa Folk Festival holds concerts throughout the year, as well as a summer Festival held annually in August. For more information click Here
Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival 613-234-8008 Various July 21 to Aug 4		Each summer, thousands of music lovers travel from across Canada and around the world to attend the largest chamber music festival in the world. Over 250 of the top chamber musicians from Canada and the international scene will perform in acoustically perfect heritage churches. For more information click Here
Lumière Festival (Festival of Lights) 613-745-2742 Stanley/New Edinbough Parks Ottawa August 12		Witness the beauty of light as you participate in a parade of colourful home-made lanterns made of tissue paper and bamboo creating one flickering line of magical light. For more information click Here
Ottawa Greek Festival 1315 Prince of Wales Drive Ottawa August 10-20		If you haven't been to Greece before or even if you have, the arts & culture court is a perfect place to lose yourself in the dream of being there. For more information click Here
Ottawa International Children's Festival 613-241-0999 1867 St. Laurent Blvd. May 31 to June 4		We invite you to join us for another imaginative adventure of drama, dance and music from diverse cultures. Enrich and inspire your heart and mind with these engaging performances from lands afar. There’s something for everyone! For more information click Here
Ottawa SuperEx 613-237-7222 Lansdowne Park Ottawa August 17-27		There is a variety of free entertainment for everyone at the numerous locations throughout the park along with A 55 ride midway with a Family Land section. For more information Click Here
Ottawa Busker Festival (Buskerfest) 613-230-0984 The Sparks Street Mall Ottawa August 3-7		Five dazzling days of very unorthodox entertainment, courtesy of the most talented and well-loved street performers from around the world. For more information click Here
Riverfest at Pinhey`s Point 613-832-4347 Dunrobin August 30-31		With activities, demonstrations and performances inside the impressive stone estate house, outside on the lush greenspace and on the river itself, Riverfest offers something for everyone! For more information click Here
Winterlude 613-239-5555 1 800 704-8227 Various Feb 2-18		Fun is waiting for the whole family: the Rideau Canal Skateway, magnificent snow and ice sculptures, energetic rhythms of American Express Snowbowl and Snowflake Kingdom, the biggest snow playground on the continent. Don’t miss all this, the cheerful Ice Hogs, and more, at the greatest winter celebration in North America. For more information click Here
Outlying areas Fairs and Festivals
North Lanark Highland Games 613-256-7886 1-888-669-6566 Almonte August 26		A full day celebrating Scottish culture, athletics and music on the banks of beautiful Mississippi River in Almonte. For more information click Here
Arnprior Agricultural Fair 613-622-0079 Arnprior August 10-13		The Fair showcases Live entertainment along with a Demolition Derby, Petting Zoo and Midway of course the Exhibit Hall offers Agricultural displays. For more information click Here
Perth Garlic Festival 613-267-5322 1-877-268-2833 Perth Fairgrounds August 12-13		There is something for everyone at the Perth Garlic Festival starting with cooking demonstrations of fabulous garlic recipes, Blacksmithing Demonstrations, Sheep Shearing and Children’s Activities. For more information click Here
South Mountain Fair 2967 Lough Rd. South Mountain August 17-20		Pay-one-price gate admission includes all Midway rides and with lots to see such as the Demolition Derby, Battle of the Bands, Lawn mower racing, Truck show, musical entertainment and dances For more information click Here
Russell Fair Russell Sept 7-10		How about a ATV Mud Bog for starters then Classic Cars & Bikes, a Scavenger Hunt or enter the "FairFactor" this popular feature of the Russell Fair never ceases to bring in brave participants and curious spectators. For more information click Here
Lyndhurst Turkey Fair Main St. 613-928-1196 Lyndhurst September 15th		The fair abounds with free activities for children such as a fishing contest, petting zoo, pony rides, games, carnival rides, crafts, a reptile show and more. For the adults they have a quilt show, antique car show, craft sale, golf tournament, live entertainment and more. For more Information click Here
Stormont County Fair 613-984-2398 Newington Sept 1-4		MIDWAY by Conklins and Exhibit hall displays along with ATV pull, Antique machinery, Demolition derby and lots of activities. For more information click Here
Spencerville Fair 613-658-3333 Spencerville Sept 7-10		Musical entertainment along with Agricultural Shows, Tea Room, Demolition Derby and of course the Midway. For more information click Here
Gloucester Fair Rideau Carleton Raceway Grounds Gloucester May 24-27		A large Midway and lots of activies including Blacksmith Demos, Dog Show, Strongman Competition and for the kids a Petting Zoo and they can visit the Reptile Rainforest. For more information click Here
Puppets Up Festival Almonte August 12-13		Ten professional puppetry troupes are descending on Almonte to entertain and engage with exceptional puppets. Come join us on the main street of Almonte to giggle at the clowns, gawk at the buskers and gasp at the musicians and dancers. For more information click Here
St. Albert Cheese Curd Festival 613-987-2872 St. Albert August 17-20		Activities and refreshments, Inflated air games, animation, kiosks, Beach Volley-ball, Rodeo and of course Free cheese curds. For more information click Here
Merrickville Agricultural Fair 613-269-4402 Merrickville August 10-13		The Fair showcases Musical Entertainment, Light / Heavy Horse Pull, Demolition Derby, 4 X 4 Truck Pull, ATV Pull and Antique Tractor Draw, Conklin's Supershows Midway, Annual Steam Show, Beef and Dairy Cattle Show. For more information click Here
Richmond Fair 613-838-3420 Richmond Sept 17-20		Antique Tractor and Horse Pulls, Ottawa Fiddle & Stepdance Competition, Ottawa Kennel Club Dog Show, many Horse Shows. For more information click Here
Navan fair 613-835-2766 Navan August 10-13		The Navan Fair was started in 1946 as a showcase of agricultural excellence and to this day is regarded as one of the premier events in the Ottawa Valley. For more information click Here
Pembroke Old Time Fiddling and Step Dancing Championships (613) 635-7200 Champlain Trail, Highway 17 Pembroke Labour Day Weekend		A wide variety of entry classes are offered from Open to Age Categories with the competition offers over $20,000 in prize money and trophies. For more information click Here
Carp Fair (Carp Agricultural Society) 613-839-2172 3790 Carp Road Carp Sept 24-27		See Cattle, Sheep and Horse Shows, Agri-awareness displays, Antique Displays, Live Entertainment and the Family Circle Tent. try some Home-cooked meals and Robertson Amusements Ltd provides the midway rides. For more information click Here
Gatineau area Fairs and Festivals
Fall Rhapsody 819-827-2020 1-800-465-1867 Gatineau Park Gatineau September 29 to October 15		Fall Rhapsody, an annual event in the nation's capital, showcases the best of autumn. Those who want to see Ottawa's greatest natural assets will be richly rewarded during this outdoor celebration. Activities vary greatly, and include educational nature tours, children's events, fitness challenges, art exhibits and wonderful meals featuring local produce. With fall colours and ample hiking trails, the stage is also set for romantic walks through Gatineau Park. For more information click Here
Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival 819 243-2330 988 Rue St-Louis Gatineau Labour Day Weekend		The Festival has rapidly become the most important hot air balloon gathering in Canada, and the fifth largest in the world. It has attracted European and North American pilots to fly their regular and specially-shaped balloons over the National Capital Region. For more information Click Here
Aylmer Auto Show 819-684-9406 1 Rue Derwin Aylmer August 11-13		The vision of a Car Show by J.P. Sylvestre which started out in 1991 continues on its way and is now in its 14th year. Things have evolved from a 10 best, 50 car event to 31 classes and 11 Special awards with an excess of 600 vehicles. For more information click Here
Les Grands Feux du Casino du Lac-Leamy (Sound of Light) 819-771-3389 Canadian Museum of History 100 Laurier St Gatineau 5 Evenings in August		Sound of Light invites you to come and experience fireworks as you never have before. Set against the breathtaking scenery of the Ottawa River, the event promises you 5 unforgettable evenings, as the very best fireworks experts compete for top honors in this explosive battle of light and sound. For more information click Here
Festival Country du Grand Gatineau 819-986-3552 110 Georges St. Gatineau August 10-13		This country-music festival is held each year during the second week of August, featuring shows under the big top! All entertainment during the festival is presented on the site of Encan Larose. For more information click Here
Wonders of Sand 819 243-2345, ext. 2534 Parc du Lac-Beauchamp Gatineau July 6-10		Come to admire the world level sculptors at work during the preparation of a gigantic sculptures of sand. Imagine about fifteen professional sculptors working together around a mountain of two hundred tons of sand. For more information click Here

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