Things to do in Ottawa

Runway for HOPE Ottawa presents its 2018 semi annual fashion event in support of CHEO . The 10th edition will present local , national and international fashion designers . This event has also the participation of local business , music artists , free give away prizes and much more ! Proceeds of this event are going towards mental health and cancer research at CHEO hospital .

THE MEXICAN FIESTA AT PARLIAMENT HILL COMES BACK IN 2018!!! Come to enjoy at Parliament Hill on Sunday, September the 16th. “Ballet Aztlan de Mexico” from Ottawa-Gatineau and Folkloric Dance Group “Soy México” from Mexico City. Celebrate with us Mexico’s 208 Independence day anniversary, say VIVA MEXICO! and taste the flavour of colorful Mexican dances and spectacular music. Cost: Free event. Bring your family, invite your Facebook friends and let’s have fun together. Venue: Main entry stairs of the Peace Tower.

The world music attraction–Barcelona Gipsy BalKan Orchestra – First time in Canada!!! BGKO is an international ensemble of musicians based in Barcelona which is awakening the interest of audiences all over Europe through their genuine reinterpretations of traditional music from the Balkans, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean shores. A music that goes straight to your heart. The unique and contemporary sound of the BGKO comes from their passionate and relentless exploration of sounds and timbres from the Romani, Klezmer, Balkan, and Mediterranean music. All understood as a set of musical traditions and multi ethnic cultures which go beyond any geographical boundary, nurtured by the imprints of the different peoples who inhabited these lands. The group itself blend the different artistic influences of its members, enriched, and shaped by Barcelona’s vibrant musical scene: from traditional Spain, Greek, Italian, Russian and Middle Eastern songs to the vital vibes of jazz manouche and rockabilly.

Celebrate a century of aviation at the greatest airshow in Eastern Canada. Over a hundred aircraft representing the technologies of yesterday, today and tomorrow will be on display in the air and on the ground.

Who’s ready for Oktoberfest? Lets get the party started September 13th at the Royal Oak on Wellington! Beau’s Brewery will be featuring 8 of their beers on our taps, Kieran Howes will be playing tunes, and there will be lots of games, contests and prizes!

Join us in Parkdale Park and celebrate not only the love of food and film but also the 10th anniversary of the family favourite Ratatouille. In partnership with the Wellington West and Mizrahi Developments we invite you to enjoy the Taste of Wellington festival throughout the day and a film at night. Join us to revisit and share a screening of a film that ignites a passion food – Ratatouille Film Start 8:30pm (dusk) Popcorn is 2$. Bring your own chairs and blankets or rent an inflatable couch for 5$

It’s time to “join the creature adventure” with everyone’s favourite wild brothers. Chris and Martin are bringing their new Wild Kratts Live! show to Centrepointe Theatres. Bring your kids along to be part of this 90-minute interactive experience. Be prepared to shout out answers and play along as the brothers take you on an exciting and inspiring quest. The award-winning duo is famous worldwide for their conservation efforts and lessons in looking after the wild world. With animations, costumes and special effects, this is a show that will wow the whole family!