How is it already July? Before summer completely flies by, be sure to get out and enjoy one of just a few of the great things this region has to offer!
All weekend
‘Tis the season for yoga in the park. Check out classes at various parks across the city on Saturday at Tavern at the Gallery, or in New Edinburgh, or on Sunday at the Parkdale Market, or in Jack Purcell Park in Centretown.
On Saturday and Sunday you can hit up the Aylmer Annual Garage Sale where residents and small businesses will be hosting deals.
Ottawa’s Bluesfest kicks off with plenty of great acts to catch.
Want to get outside for some fun but don’t have the right gear? Open on Thursday and Saturday, the Outdoor Gear Library has anything you need for a summer adventure.
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Thursday
Learn to Camp with Parks Canada every Thursday at the Nature Museum to get the skills and knowledge you need to have a fun and safe time.
Equator Westboro is hosting Sip & Socialize Cocktail Night with mocktail options too.
The Hintonburg Night Market is on again with local eats, treats and handmade items. Local musicians, buskers and entertainment will be on hand as well.
SHIRLEY, Baby Richman and Alexander Bella play House of TARG tonight.
There’s a cinq à sept Byward Concert Series with a variety of local and touring musicians playing this free show.
Taymaz Valley is holding a vernissage for a recently published book of poetry illustrated by local artist Naive Fanatic at Art House Café. Copies of the book and some of Naive Fanatic art pieces will be available for purchase.
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Friday
Queers & Beers at Queen St. Fare is a great community gathering whether you bring friends, a partner or go solo and make new friends.
Emo Night Presents A Love Letter to Chad at 56 Byward with Nickleback tunes.
Capital Pop-Up Cinema’s Season Premier film is Dr. Strangelove, being held at the Beechwood Cemetery. Find all the details and weather updates on their social media.
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Saturday
The Ottawa Music Industry Coalition and Sparks Street BIA bring local music to The Booth on Sparks St all summer long. Tonight will be DJ Celestial.
There’s a native plant giveaway at the Britannia Beach Park Trolley Station. Check out the details if you want to give away plants or receive some.
A great one-of-a-kind Maker Market is on at Urban Art Collective with local and handmade vendors, a non-alcoholic dry bar and a gallery and art shop.
House of TARG’s Dance Mix – Summer Jamz XtendaMix 2000-2025 with DJ Phuzz and DJ Miami gets going with the best of dance-pop, Eurodance and club classics.
613flea is back at Aberdeen Square at Lansdowne for a day full of more than 120 local vendors from food to gifts to vintage and thrifted!
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Sunday
The Thai Street Food Festival takes place in the Horticulture Building at Lansdowne. There will also be Thai dance, music, muay Thai demos, and you can even enjoy a Thai massage!
Try your luck at Drag Bingo – just like regular bingo but more fabulous! Hosted by the one and only BJ Stroker at Brew Revolution.
First-place Atlético Ottawa take on Pacific FC in their Beach Party-themed match at TD Place. Prizes for best beach wear!
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