The official source of information about festivals, special events and fairs in Canada’s Capital Region.

Ottawa Festivals is a not-for-profit service organization leading Canada’s Festival Capital through advocacy, networking, and education.

Upcoming Events

Oh Canada, Eh!?

Jun 2, 2023 - Dec 23, 2023

The Ta Da! Performing Arts Festival

Sep 15, 2023 - Sep 24, 2023

CRANIUM Festival

Sep 19, 2023 - Sep 23, 2023

Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF)

Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 24, 2023

Carp Fair

Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 24, 2023

Pumpkin Days at Saunders Farm

Sep 23, 2023 - Oct 31, 2023

6th Annual Korean Film Festival

Sep 26, 2023 - Oct 8, 2023

One World Bazaar

Sep 28, 2023 - Nov 19, 2023

Latest Festival News

Un-Boo-Lievable Fun Awaits at Saunders Farm

Sep 14, 2023 | Festival News Previews and reviews

The Evolution of Latin Sparks Festival

Sep 8, 2023 | Feature Stories Festival News Previews and reviews

Celebrating Culture and Resilience through Art, Music, and Tradition

Aug 10, 2023 | Announcements and updates Festival News Previews and reviews

‘Celebrate and Elevate’ Urban Arts & Culture Festival House of PainT turns 20

Aug 1, 2023 | Announcements and updates Festival News Previews and reviews

#OttFestLive | Classic Theatre Festival: Celebrating Art, Family & Community

Jul 26, 2023 | Feature Stories Festival News

The 33rd Annual Ottawa Lebanese Festival, presented by Gabriel Pizza. Live it. Love it. Lebanese Style

Jul 6, 2023 | Announcements and updates Festival News

Latest Industry News

Government of Canada releases new Federal Tourism Growth Strategy

Jul 7, 2023 | Festival and Event Industry Industry News Tourism Industry

$25,000 OTF Grant Supports Inclusivity at the Fringe

Jun 28, 2023 | Best Practices Industry News

Ottawa Music Fusion (Beatmaking + Songwriting Event)

May 23, 2023 | Industry Events Industry News

Industry Call Recap: Going Beyond Earned & Owned with Programmatic Advertising

May 12, 2023 | Best Practices Industry News Ottawa Festivals News

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Celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of volunteers at festivals, special events, and fairs in the 2022 – 2023 season

Sharpen your skills and gain job experience in the festival industry!

New Study: The Impact of Festivals, Special Events and Fairs in Canada’s Festival Capital