Out and About

A guide to your local out and about activities

City: Ottawa, ON

a group of people sitting in front of a projector screen on the rooftop with hanging lights on them

ByWard Rooftop Movie Night

$18.00

Requires online reservation
8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Friday, August 7, 2026

@ Andaz Hotel Rooftop Terrace, ByWard Market

Watch cult classics and rom-coms under the stars with city skyline views. Cozy beanbads, drinks, and themed snacks available.

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a golden retriever and a shih tzu touching noses on grass

Paws in the Park Festival

$10.00

No reservations required
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, August 9, 2026

@ Vincent Massey Park

A fun outdoor event for dog lovers. A fun way for you and your fur babies connect with the community. Enjoy agility demos, costume contests, pet treat vendors, and live acoustic music.

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Capital Eats Street Food Showdown

$15.00

Requires online reservation
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, July 25, 2026

@ Lansdowne Park, Aberdeen Square

Ottawa’s best food trucks go head-to-head for the “Tastiest Bite” crown! Enjoy live music, eating contests, and craft sodas.

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Sunset Groove: Dance by the Canal

$20.00 - $30.00

Requires online reservation
7:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Saturday, July 11, 2026

@ Rideau Canal

A sunset dance party by the water featuring Ottawa DJs mixing house, disco, and summer pop. Light installations and mocktail bar included.

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Morning Flow on Parliament Hill

Donation

Requires online reservation
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, August 10, 2025

@ Parliament Hill Lawn

A calm yoga and meditation session in front of Parliament’s iconic skyline. Open to all experience levels. Bring your own mat!

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Electric Dead in Concert

$50.00 - $700.00

Requires online reservation
9:00 PM - 11:50 PM
Sunday, July 19, 2026

@ TD Place

Triple Grammy-winning Swedish band The Electric Dead will hold just three concerts in Canada; don't miss out on this unique opportunity to see one of the hottest acts in the world.

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Charity 10K Run

Donation

Requires online reservation
9:00 AM
Saturday, July 4, 2026

@ Ottawa City Hall

Set a personal best and contribute to a good cause at the same time. The annual House the Homeless Run features courses for 5, 10 and 20K distances, with a minimum donation set for each.

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Skate Rideau Canal

Free

Requires online reservation
7:30 PM
Wednesday, July 1, 2026

@ Rideau Canal

Spend the day with friends and family ice skating along the seven kilometer length of the Rideau Canal! This event is entirely free, but you should be prepared to pay for skate rental if you don't bring your own. Bring some cash to buy some of the food and hot drinks available from vendors along the route on either side of the canal.

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