Italian Week Festival
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21, 2026-06-21 - 2026-06-22 | Preston Street BIA, 118A Preston Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 7P2, Canada
Join us in the heart of Ottawa’s Little Italy to experience 11 days of immersive programs celebrating Italian culture, cuisine, art, music, and traditions.

Our festival features more than 15 events both in, and around, the heart of Ottawa’s Little Italy. Our events highlight all-things Italian from art, music, food, and heritage!

We’re bringing the most beloved Italian culinary traditions to Preston Street again this year with our highly-anticipated (and Nonna approved) Masterclasses!

Whether you’re walking, driving, or taking the bus, we’ve got your directions covered!
Click the button below to visit our Getting to the Festival section which includes parking information and tips for being dropped off by rideshare and taxi services.

Vegans Who Snack
2026-06-26 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-31 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-25 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-24 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-05 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Parkdale Park and Market, 366 Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 1G2, Canada
Friday June 26th 5pm-9pm
Friday July 31st 5Pm-9PM
Friday September 25th 5pm-9pm
Saturday October 24th 12pm-4pM
The Ottawa Vegan Holiday Market
Presented by Vegans Who Snack
Saturday December 5th 12pm-4pm
all storm dates are next day same time.
In the case of dangerous weather only,
We do not cancel if it rains.

Maker’s Path Market
2026-06-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Mad About Patchwork, 2477 Huntley Rd, Stittsville, Ontario, K2S 1B8, Canada
Join us for the Maker’s Path Market on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Mad About Patchwork for a day of handmade goods and delicious food.
This indoor and outdoor artisan market features 57 local artisan and food vendors. The outdoor portion of the market takes place along a wide looping stone chip path, creating a relaxed and unique shopping experience surrounded by nature.
You can browse a wide variety of handcrafted goods, artwork, jewelry, self-care products, baked treats, specialty foods and more from talented local makers and artisans.
Parking and entry are FREE, so bring your friends and enjoy a fun day of shopping, food and community.
Ottawa Markets Collective supports community initiatives and we will be collecting non-perishable donations for the Stittsville Food Bank.
RAIN DATE July 11, 2026

Ottawa Lebanese Festival
2026-07-15 16:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-16 16:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-17 16:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-18 11:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-19 11:00 - 23:00 | St. Elias Cathedral, 750 Ridgewood Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 6N1, Canada
Our Story

The Ottawa Lebanese Festival – Celebrating the very best in Lebanese food, entertainment, and culture in the National Capital Region. Established in 1990, the Ottawa Lebanese Festival was formed to celebrate time-honoured tradition along with vibrant deep roots of the Lebanese community in the National capital Region. This non-profit, capital based, cultural event attracts thousands of local and international visitors each year.

The Ottawa Lebanese Festival takes place each year in July at the Saint Elias Centre – 750 Ridgewood Avenue. Open from 4PM to 11PM Wednesday to Friday; and 11AM to 11PM Saturday and Sunday. To stay up to date on the latest information, bookmark our website, or follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

VegOttawa Fest
2026-07-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, 200 Coventry Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1K4S3, Canada
VegOttawa Fest is open to everyone, whether you are a seasoned vegan or just veg-curious. Attendees will have the chance to:

Hear from inspiring leaders and experts in the vegan movement
Connect with vegan-friendly businesses and brands
Engage with community organizations
Sample a wide variety of delicious plant-based foods

Don’t miss this celebration of vegan living in Canada’s capital!
