Hard to believe we’re nearing the end of August, but there is still plenty of fun to be had in Ottawa this weekend!
All Weekend
Happy Pride Ottawa! There are lots of events and activities happening throughout the weekend.
Nostalgia Festival is taking place at Lebreton Flats from Aug. 21-25. The line-up of cover bands will have you travelling back in time and singing along to all your favourites.
Cirque du Soleil’s ECHO opened Aug. 16 and continues through into September. Tickets to the show are available online.
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Pick up your free passport to the Ottawa Craft Beer Week (which runs from Aug. 20-30) and get exploring! Learn more about the event in our post here.
Have you heard about MONAHAN, a piece of public sound art that combines auditory media, nature and technical innovation to create a unique 20-minute listening experience with each visit? Learn all about this sound symposium in our post here and then add a trip to the Monahan Wetlands to your weekend plans.
Mirvish Productions and NAC English Theatre present the most successful Canadian musical ever, Come From Away, for a limited engagement prior to its return to Toronto. Tickets to the musical are available online.
Lowertown Brewery is hosting a summer brewfest on Friday and Saturday. Tickets are available online and include your first beer!
Check out the Indian Food Festival of Ottawa at Clarke Fields Park in Nepean on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Thursday
Ottawa Design Club’s next event, Hands-On Vibes, is coming up this Thursday at Club SAW. A twist on their previous in-person formats, this event is an end-of-summer party celebrating handcrafted art and design. Learn more about the event and the Ottawa Design Club in our post here.
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Bring your furry friend to the Ottawa Titans Park in the Park. Snag your tickets ahead of time to save. Come hungry and enjoy some delicious Mexican food at the stadium from Mr. Señor. Learn all about it in this edition of Best Bites.
Friday
Head to the National Capital Commission’s summer zone (on the Queen Elizabeth Drive between Waverly and Frank) on Friday for a Dominion City Brewing Co. pop-up beer garden with music by Evil Calum and food from G Burger.
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Capital Pop-Up Cinema and Sparks Street presents Mamma Mia! this Friday at dusk. Enjoy the free movie, and bring you own chair or rent one for $5.
Saturday
The RCMP Musical Head heads to Merrickville this Saturday at Heritage Stables. Tickets are available online with proceeds supporting the Rideau Community Health Services – Merrickville Food Cupboard.
Under the Stars is a month of Saturday events in the Club SAW courtyard. This weekend features Growing Fires, Victor Complex, Loch Nisse Monster and Maeley.
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What’s better than outdoor theatre? Outdoor theatre with ice cream! Enjoy The Merry Dairy and the final performance of Macbeth by a Company of Fools this Saturday at Windsor Park.
Raise money for Bruce House with the National Capital Pride Run this Saturday at Riverain Park. There’s a 5km run or 2.5km walk option.
Enjoy a free dance class with Moov Ottawa Dance at the Rideau Centre. Register online to secure your spot.
Start the day off right with yoga at the Tavern at the Gallery. Tickets are $25 per class and can be bought online.
Sunday
This Sunday is the annual Capital Pride Parade.
Urban Sketchers Ottawa will be at the Remic Rapids from 10am-2pm for a free outdoor sketching session. John Ceprano, the artist behind the rock statues at the rapids, will be there to talk about his work.
Enjoy Sunday free play pinball at House of TARG.
CentreTown Flea Outdoor Market takes place this Sunday from 10am-4pm.
Every Sunday you can take part in free yoga at Jack Purcell Park (just off Elgin Street) at 10am.
Head to the Vanier Hub (271 Marier Avenue) for a free community festival, LOLA’S FEST by Lola’s Kitchen. Enjoy Filipino food, street games, and dancing.
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