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Veg Fest Returns to Ottawa After Hiatus — Free Entry for All!

VegOttawa Fest 2025 will be Ottawa’s biggest veg-focused event since 2019, and admission is free!


May 12, 2025 – On Saturday, July 5, residents from across Ottawa and the surrounding area will come together for VegOttawa Fest 2025, a fun and inspiring one-day event hosted by VegOttawa Association. The festival will run from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM indoors at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre and will be free to attend (donations at the door are appreciated). 


VegOttawa Fest 2025 will be the city’s first veg fest since 2019 and with plant-based living more popular than ever, this year’s event promises to be Ottawa’s biggest and most exciting celebration of plant-based food and sustainability yet.


The festival will have something for everyone: foodies, vegans and vegetarians, health-conscious individuals, environmental advocates, animal lovers and those curious about plant-based living. We invite attendees to join us for a day filled with delicious food, inspiring guest speakers, cooking demonstrations and more.


What to expect at VegOttawa Fest 

The tradeshow is the heart of VegOttawa Fest, and in 2025, over 70 veg-friendly organizations from Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal are expected to exhibit. From businesses selling prepared foods and delicious goodies to take home, to merchandise, apparel and non-profit organizations, there will be lots to explore. 


VegOttawa Fest will also feature a full day of programming, with expert panels covering topics from health and nutrition to animal welfare laws and advocacy. There will be cooking demonstrations and a workshop about eating vegan on a shoestring budget as well.


Finally, VegOttawa Fest will have activities for families, local musicians, dedicated areas to connect with others, and specialists who can answer questions about nutrition and health.

For an up-to-date list of exhibitors and the speaker program, and for details on how to get to the event, please visit the VegOttawa Fest website. 


There’s still time to participate!

Exhibitor spots are over 80% booked, but companies interested in exhibiting can still sign up to do so online. We invite veg-friendly businesses and makers of food, drink, personal care, services, lifestyle, crafts and more to apply as soon as possible.


Organizations interested in sponsoring VegOttawa Fest can also express their interest online. Sponsor support is integral to the success of large community events like veg fests.

Finally, individuals who support VegOttawa’s mission and work and make a contribution to the volunteer-run and not-for-profit festival, or volunteer for the event by signing up here.


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About VegOttawa Fest

VegOttawa Fest is a celebration of plant-based living! Free to attend and open to everyone, this event is a great place to try new foods, meet new people, and learn about the vegan movement. Visit vegottawa.org/fest for more details. 


About VegOttawa Association

VegOttawa is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting vegan lifestyle, community and business in Ottawa and surrounding areas. Originally founded in 2006, VegOttawa has since been working to raise awareness about the environmental, ethical, and health benefits of plant-based eating. VegOttawa Fest plays a vital role in bringing together individuals, businesses, and organizations across Canada, committed to creating a healthier, kinder, and more sustainable future.



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