Ottawa Destination Planner's Guide DPG English 2017 | Page 8

calendar of events
June
June-lATe OCTOber 2017 ( check schedule ) Ottawa reDblACKs
TD Place at Lansdowne Enjoy exciting Canadian Football League home games .
www . ottawaredblacks . com photo : matt barnes
buffy sainte-marie performs at Canada Scene
Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival
See June listings for details .
photo : destination canada
June 2-4 , 2017 WesTfest
Laroche Park A festival of music , art and life . The biggest free street party in Canada !
613-261-1707 www . westfest . ca
June 1 , 2017-JAnuAry 7 , 2018 Canada – Day 1
Canadian Museum of History Explore the diverse experiences of newcomers on their first day in Canada , spanning from Confederation to the present .
819-776-7000 / 800-555-5621 www . historymuseum . ca
June 3-4 , 2017 Doors Open Ottawa
Various locations Building owners unlock their doors and welcome the public in to share the secrets of architecturally and historically significant buildings . Free admission .
613-580-9674 www . ottawa . ca / doorsopen
June 8-18 , 2017 Ottawa Fringe Festival Various locations The Fringe Festival is a celebration of the arts and an opportunity for local , national and international artists to showcase their original work . 613-232-6162 www . ottawafringe . com
Canada Day See July listings for details .
June 15-July 30 , 2017 Canada scene
National Arts Centre Bringing together talented artists in music , theatre , dance , visual and media arts , film , literature , comedy , circus and culinary arts for an extraordinary national celebration . The festival shines a spotlight on iconic artists who inspire us , dynamic artists who challenge us , and the diverse cultures that bring us together .
613-947-7000 / 866- 850-2787 www . scenecanada . ca
June 15-17 , 2017 Franco Ontarian Festival
Major ’ s Hill Park The biggest French celebration in Canada ’ s capital region , with concerts , street art and entertainment celebrating Franco Ontarian culture .
613-321-0102 www . ffo . ca
June 22-25 , 2017 Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon boat Festival
Mooney ’ s Bay Park This action packed weekend for the whole family features non-stop boat racing , free concerts with great performers , a children ’ s activity area and great food , drinks and vendors .
613-238-7711 www . dragonboat . net
June 22-July 2 , 2017 TD Ottawa Jazz Festival
Confederation Park and other locations From the avant-garde to big band and swing , come enjoy musical stylings to suit any jazz aficionado !
613-241-2633 / 888-226-4495 www . ottawajazzfestival . com
June 25-AugusT 26 , 2017 Changing of the guard
Parliament Hill Catch the thrilling spectacle of the Changing of the Guard ceremony . Come early ( 9:45 am ) to learn about the symbolism , history and proceedings of this free ceremony .
613-239-5000 / 800-465-1867 www . parl . gc . ca / vis
enD OF June-sepTember Kontinuum
Lyon Station An ultimate underground experience with a futuristic and immersive multimedia production created by none other than Moment Factory and projected in one of Ottawa ’ s future Light Rail Transit ( LRT ) stations .
www . ottawa2017 . ca
July
July 1 every yeAr Canada Day
Downtown Ottawa and Gatineau Don ’ t miss Canada ’ s 150th birthday in the capital , when the region resonates with pageantry and the sounds of celebration !
819-997-0055 / 866-811-0055 www . canadaday . gc . ca
July 1-OCTOber 15 , 2017 mOsAÏCAnADA 150
Jacques-Cartier Park A spectacular living artwork created by a technique that includes sculpture , paint , and horticulture ; all reflecting the theme of 150 years of history ,
values , culture and arts in Canada . Exhibit will be in the form of a route extending over almost one kilometre . Free !
www . gatineau2017 . ca
July 2 , 2017 Interprovincial picnic on the bridge
Alexandria Bridge Stretching between Ottawa and Gatineau , the Alexandra Bridge walkway will be covered with sod to create picnic spots overlooking Parliament Hill and the Ottawa River !
www . ottawa2017 . ca
July 2-8 , 2017 “ love Thou Thy land : The making of Canada ’ s History ”
Bytown Museum Each day , the museum offers a variety of cultural music and community groups that demonstrate the diversity of Canada , developing a sense of place and pride !
613-234-4570 www . bytownmuseum . com
July 2-16 , 2017 Canada Dance Festival
National Arts Centre and other venues This year , the festival collaborates with Canada Scene to present contemporary Canadian dance in unique spaces and non-traditional venues .
www . canadadance . ca
July 4-17 , 2017 music and beyond
Downtown churches and concert halls A classical music festival that presents over 85 concerts , including orchestras , choirs , bands , wind ensembles , recitals , baroque groups and small ensembles . The festival pursues links between music and other art forms and cultural disciplines .
613-241-0777 www . musicandbeyond . ca
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