It’s a jam-packed weekend of events in the National Capital Region, including Capital Pride, the Capital Fair and Scottish flair.
North Lanark Highland Games: Saturday, Aug. 24
The North Lanark Highland Games is a one-day event celebrating the Scottish culture and heritage of the Ottawa Valley. The Games offer twenty pipe bands, a hundred dancers and champion heavyweight athletes combining to present what is recognized as one of the Ottawa Valley’s premier summer events.
Almonte Fairgrounds, 195 Water Sreet, Almonte, Ontario
More details: https://almontehighlandgames.com/
Capital Pride: Ongoing until Sunday, Aug. 25
Join in diverse celebrations of Ottawa’s 2SLGBTQ+ community in parks, streets, clubs and other sites across the city. Highlights of Capital Pride include sporting events, a Rainbow Party, a family picnic, and the always-popular Pride Parade.
Choose from a dozen signature events and more than 50 community events-many of them free!
More details: https://capitalpride.ca/
Capital Fair: Ongoing until Sunday, Aug. 25
Featuring a demolition derby, a petting zoo, stunt dogs, and much more!
Rideau Carleton Raceway, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa, Ontario
Learn more: https://capitalfair.ca/
Kanata Multicultural Dance, Music and Food Festival: Sunday, Aug. 25
Enjoy a vibrant celebration of community engagement, fun family activities, rhythm, melody and artistic talent.
Walter Baker Park, 100 Charlie Rogers Place, Ottawa, Ontario
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/462481589449004
11th annual Allan Haan Manotick Soapbox Derby: Sunday, Aug. 25
Anyone 7 or older is welcome to participate.
The event also includes activities for children and youth, live music and a barbecue lunch.
Beaverwood Road next to Centennial Park, Manotick
Learn more: https://www.manotickvca.org/soapboxderby
Indian Food Festival of Ottawa: August 23 – 25
A fun-filled festival that brings together diverse options and celebrates the community’s passion for delicious cuisine.
Clarke Fields Park, 93 Houlahan Street, Ottawa
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/1011372653930698/
Festival Excelsior Ottawa: Saturday, Aug. 24
The place to be for music, food, and good vibes. Get ready to groove to live performances, indulge in delicious eats and shop from local vendors.
2930 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario
Learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/festival-excelsior-ottawa-tickets-945848507347
Major League Show Jumping Ottawa: August 23 – 25
Prepare to be captivated as world-class riders and their equine partners come together for an electrifying display of athleticism and precision.
Also includes family-friendly entertainment and admission is free for kids 12 and under.
Wesley Clover Parks, 401 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, Ontario
Learn more: https://www.wesleycloverparks.com/events/major-league-showjumping-ottawa
Visit https://ottawatourism.ca/en/event-calendar for a full rundown of events in the National Capital Region.