Chamber Music Festival
July 25 - August 8

From July 25 to August 8, the world’s finest musicians gather in Ottawa for two weeks of superb music-making beginning with an outstanding opening benefit concert featuring Grammy and Juno award winners James Ehnes and Jon Kimura Parker.

Free Activities on
Parliament Hill

A number of wonderful free activities that educate, entertain and inspire can be found on Canada’s Parliament Hill this summer.

Blockbuster Museum Exhibitions

Museums are among Ottawa’s top attractions, so come experience the best of Canada all in one place.

Gardens in Ottawa

As Canada’s Capital, Ottawa is well known for its impressive landmarks, sites, and attractions. But equally appealing is the city’s beautiful natural setting of rivers, waterways, parks and pathways

Rideau Canal Festival
July 31 - August 3

Join us for the second annual celebration of Ottawa’s Rideau Canal, UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s 7,000 metres of heritage and fun for everyone during Ontario’s Civic Holiday long weekend!

Music Festival Passes Online at Ottawatourism.ca

Once you’ve booked an Ottawa hotel or getaway package, visitors can also buy discounted and special passes to this summer’s top music festivals - Jazzfest, Bluesfest and Chamberfest - online using Ottawa Tourism’s ’shopping cart’ feature.

3rd Night 1/2 Price

This is one Ottawa hotel deal you don’t want to miss. Book a 2-night Ottawa Getaway Package deal on this website, and you can stay at a participating Ottawa hotel for a third night at half price.

Summer is Festival Season!

Whatever your interests, you’re sure to find a festival in Ottawa this summer for you!

Many of Ottawa’s most popular annual festivals feature music that you can move and groove to, or that calms and uplifts your spirit. Others celebrate our nation’s confederation, or offer participants the chance to be active in the outdoors.