Ottawa is bustling with activities this weekend, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re into sports, arts, music, or food, there’s an event for you. Here are ten exciting events to check out:
1. Capital Pop-Up Cinema
Date: July 5, 2024
Location: Beechwood Cemetery
Time: Sundown
Details: Enjoy the classic movie “Dr. Strangelove” under the stars. Bring a folding chair and some snacks for a relaxing evening. This event is free to attend (To Do Canada) (Eventbrite).
2. Canada Men’s Rugby vs. Scotland
Date: July 6, 2024
Location: TD Place Stadium
Time: 5:00 PM
Details: Cheer on Canada’s Men’s Rugby Team as they take on Scotland. Tickets range from $30 to $110 (TD Place).
3. Afrosphere: An Afrobeat(s) Music Experience
Date: July 5, 2024
Location: 1805 Gaspé Avenue
Time: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Details: Enjoy an immersive block party with live Afrobeat music, artisans, interactive activities, and delicious food from Baccanalle. Tickets are $25 to $30 (To Do Canada).
4. Art Battle Ottawa City Championship
Date: July 5, 2024
Location: Overflow Brewing Company
Time: 7:00 PM
Details: Watch artists compete in a live painting competition. Tickets start at $23.73 (Eventbrite).
5. 613flea
Date: July 6, 2024
Location: Lansdowne Park
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Details: Explore a marketplace filled with makers, bakers, crafters, and vintage vendors. This event is free to attend (To Do Canada).
6. Atlético Ottawa vs. Pacific FC
Date: July 7, 2024
Location: TD Place Stadium
Time: 2:00 PM
Details: Catch the Canadian Premier League soccer match. Tickets range from $9.04 to $58.24 (To Do Canada).
7. Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show
Date: Various Dates
Location: 330 Kent Street
Details: Enjoy a high-energy dinner show featuring all-Canadian music and characters like a singing Mountie and Anne of Green Gables. Ticket prices range from $20 to $94.95 (To Do Canada).
8. Prowl, Apes, Skull Gate, Soulthief
Date: July 5, 2024
Location: Dominion Tavern
Time: 8:00 PM
Details: Enjoy live music performances. Tickets are $10 to $15 (Eventbrite).
9. Just Between Us: An Artist Roundtable
Date: July 6, 2024
Location: ByWard Market
Time: 7:00 PM
Details: Join an artist roundtable discussion. This event is free to attend (Eventbrite).
10. Thai Street Food Festival
Date: July 6, 2024
Location: Lansdowne Park
Details: Experience authentic Thai food, traditional dance, Muay Thai demonstrations, and more (To Do Canada) (Ottawa Tourism).
