Shows And Events Ottawa

Shows and Events in Ottawa

Ottawa is a city that comes alive with music, art, and culture throughout the year. From outdoor festivals to indoor performances, there’s always something exciting happening in this vibrant Canadian capital.

Summer Festivals

• Canada Day Celebrations: On July 1st, the nation’s birthday, Ottawa hosts one of the largest Canada Day celebrations in the country. Expect music, food vendors, and a grand fireworks display on Parliament Hill.
• Ottawa Bluesfest: This four-day event (usually in July) brings some of the world’s top blues musicians to Lebreton Flats Park for a weekend of live music.
• Ottawa Jazz and Blues Festival: In August, this free festival takes over the streets of downtown Ottawa with jazz and blues performances.

Theater and Dance

• National Arts Centre (NAC): This premier performing arts center hosts a diverse range of productions, including theater, dance, music, and opera.
• Canadian Stage: A professional theatre company that presents innovative Canadian and international works in Ottawa and Toronto.
• OTTAWA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Regularly performs at the National Arts Centre with guest conductors and musicians from around the world.

Comedy

• The 4th Line Theatre: A small, intimate venue that hosts a variety of performances, including stand-up comedy, improv, and live music.
• Ottawa Improv: Offers improv comedy shows featuring local comedians.