We’ve made it to the end of the work week! While last weekend was a little cool and dreary, this weekend brings with it the return of summer’s heat. Take advantage of the sunny skies and enjoy the plethora of outdoor events taking place this weekend (and some great indoor events too)!
All Weekend
To celebrate 15 years of spoken word in the city, Urban Legends Poetry Collective (ULPC) is bringing all kinds of poetic resonance to Ottawa in a weekend full of events. From Sept. 13-15, ULPC is hosting a triple-bill season opener that includes a variety of artistic performance and poetry. The opening night slam will be from 7:30pm-10pm at LabO, with other events at LabO and Lansdowne Park. All tickets are pay-what-you-decide and can be accessed online.
CityFolk has returned to the Great Lawn at Lansdowne Park. While Folk might be in the name, the festival’s performances span multiple genres. For the full weekend lineup, check out their schedule here. If you are having trouble deciding which date to attend, why not get a Pick-3 Pass and save yourself 40% off general admission?
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Viva Mexico Festival takes over Sparks Street this weekend. There will be music, dance, food, cultural exhibitions, and an artisan market.
Worth the drive to Orleans, this weekend is Orleans Ribfest and Poutine, at 255 Centrum Boulevard. As one could expect, here you will find both beef and pork ribs, alongside nearly fifty different kinds of poutine, but you will also find mini donuts, blooming onions, gourmet hotdogs, Beavertails, slushies, and more. It is important to note that this is a cash only event, so be sure to visit an ATM before heading out.
This weekend marks the final weekend of SPHERE Festival. While most of their ticketed events are sold out, there are still tickets available for the performance by Jeremy Dutcher and the NAC Orchestra this Friday night. There are also a host of free events; including a day of family programming at the NAC this Saturday, a performance of Vivaldi’s the Four Seasons this Sunday, and a panel discussion about a “research-based approach to working with artists around themes of climate and sustainability”.
If you’re on the prowl for that perfect vintage piece to round out your fall wardrobe, check out VPop, at the newly opened Next Door Market & Event Space, this Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5pm. There will be twenty vendors with all the best vintage – from clothing, to home decor items, and so much more!
Thursday
Beats and Boards is back at Art House this Thursday night. Come alone or come with friends; this is a great space to learn a new game and make new friends.
Hintonburg Night Market is in its home stretch, with only three more markets remaining until they wrap up for the season. Come check out over a dozen vendors, food by BAMM’s Snack Shack, a mocktail bar, and beats by DJ Murky Mockers.
Friday
Bring your lawn chair and grab some popcorn at the concession stand; Capital Pop-up Cinema is screening E.T. the Extraterrestrial in Beechwood Cemetery.
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This Friday the 13th is a lucky one, as it marks the long-awaited return of Loose Joints. DJs Jose Palacios, Maybe Tommy, John, Lougi3n, and Chris TK will be spinning some incredible sets at Lounge 164.
Smelloship brings an evening of funk and soul to Irene’s Pub this Friday night. They will be playing two sets, starting when the shows at Cityfolk wrap up, so venture on over and keep the music coming.
Saturday
If you’ve ever been curious about what the NCC does or wanted to know more about the various locations they care for, now is your chance to learn. Open NCC celebrates its third year with a number of guided tours around town this Saturday. While most of the locations requiring pre-registration are full, there are still a ton of neat places to check out – including Mer Bleue, Pinhey Sand Dunes, Gatineau Park, and more.
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Another installment of 613Flea takes place this Saturday at Lansdowne. This could be the last time to enjoy the outdoor market before it heads indoors for the cooler months. Come check out nearly 150 incredible vendors. Take note, this weekend 613Flea will be wrapping up an hour early, at 3pm.
Cheerfully Made’s annual Fall Market takes place this Saturday at Bell Sensplex. Entry to this one-day event is $5. In addition to over ninety vendors, there will be a brow bar, a mocktail garden, and a build-your-own custom patch hat. With some many incredible artisans selling all kinds of jewelry, bath and body items, home decor, clothing, treats, and more, you are sure to find something special.
Torta Boyz is throwing their annual Block Party Cookout Saturday from noon-11 at 60A Lebreton st N. The whole block will be closed for the day, and over 15 food vendors like YKO Chicken, GBurger, Katha, Mooshu and North +Navy will be there in addition to the Boyz signature Mexican goodness. There will be constant live music, DJs, and a local artisan market as well, including on-site tiny tatoos, vintage goods, art, ceramics and jewelry.
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Sunday
Wrap up your weekend with an after dark, adults-only edition of Free-Play Sunday at House of Targ. For $12.50 plus tax you can play all your favourite arcade games until the clock strikes midnight. DJKJMAXX, DJ bRAD, and DJ Filburt will be on the decks spinning a vinyl-only assortment of space disco, sleaze rock, punk, metal, and retro synth to get you in the gaming mood.
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