Things to do in Ottawa this weekend: June 12-14

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Volleyball Nations League

Some of the top men’s volleyball teams in the world are in Ottawa this weekend for Volleyball Nations League.

Canada will be joined by France, Italy, Germany, Türkiye and the USA for action all weekend. Italy is currently ranked second in the world, while France, the Olympic gold medalist in 2024, is fourth.

For tickets and information, visit www.tdplace.ca.

Festival Franco-Ontarien

It’s a celebration of francophone culture in Major’s Hill Park.

The Festival Franco-Ontarien runs until Saturday, with family-friendly concerts, street art and entertainment.

For tickets and information, visit https://ffo.ca/en/.

Professional Bull Riders

The PBR Ottawa Classic is Saturday night at Canadian Tire Centre.

Witness eight-second rides and wrecks during the night as bull-riding athletes face off against their 1,800-pound opponents born to buck.

For tickets, visit www.ticketmater.ca.

National Arts Centre

Here is a look at what is happening at the National Arts Centre this weekend.

• Friday-Saturday: Macbeth, the Shakespearean tragedy meets Robert Lepage
• Friday-Saturday: Josh Johnson’s Comedy Band Camp at Southam Hall
• Saturday: Eadsé on the Fourth Stage
• Sunday: The Great Rhythmobile Adventure in the Azrieli Studio
• Sunday: The 2026 Cappies Gala

Events happening in Ottawa

• Friday: Danny Sylvester Duo at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Friday: Boy Band Story at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Saturday: Ottawa goes Latin at the Bronson Centre
• Saturday: Dance Fusion Studios Recital at the Shenkman Arts Centre
• Saturday: Adam Traversy at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Saturday: The Fab Four – the Ultimate Tribute at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Saturday: Sway at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
• Sunday: Tim Hicks at the Bronson Centre
• Sunday: Meet Me at the Jukebox at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe

City Sounds Live

Enjoy a day of music with City Sounds Live in the Glebe.

Catch local musicians at the outdoor courtyard at Fourth Avenue Baptist Church.

On Saturday, see the Christian Flores Trio at 11 a.m. and Angelo Leo and Friends at 12 p.m.

Italian Week

Enjoy a week of Italian culture, food and more at Italian Week.

The 11-day festival features more than 15 events in and around Little Italy.

Italian Week runs until June 21.

For a list of events, visit https://italianweekottawa.ca/.

Fiesta Cubana Fest

Celebrate the Cuban culture this weekend at Lansdowne.

The Fiesta Cubana Fest is a chance to explore the vibrant essence of Cuban culture, featuring authentic Cuban food, salsa and Latin dance and more.

Fiesta Cubana Fest runs Friday and Saturday.

For more information, visit https://latinhubcanada.com/.

European Union Cultural Fair

It’s a day of celebrating the cultural richness of the European Union.

The European Union Cultural Fair is Saturday at the Canadian Museum of History, with live music, dance performances and a variety of culinary tastings.

City of Om

Don’t miss Ottawa’s premier wellness festival this weekend.

City of Om is three days of events at the RA Centre, featuring fitness, mindfulness and community.

For tickets and information, visit https://www.cityofom.com/.

Preston Street Bike Races

The Preston Street Bicycle Races are this weekend in Little Italy.

Watch young cyclists compete in races around Preston Street.

For more information, visit https://www.bikeraceottawa.com/.

Lansdowne Farmers Market

The Lansdowne Farmers’ Market outdoor market season is underway.

Join over 75 vendors at Aberdeen Square at Lansdowne every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Carp Farmers Market

The 36^th season of the Carp Farmers Market is underway.

The market is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Carp Fairgrounds.

Westboro Farmers’ Market

The Westboro Farmers Market is open every Saturday in Byron Linear Park.

Check out over 60 local vendors between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Main Street Farmers Market

The Main Street Farmers Market is open on Saturday.

The producer-only market at Grande Allee Park on Main Street is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Metcalfe Farmers Market

A new summer at the Metcalfe Farmers Market is underway.

The market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, with over 45 vendors on display at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds.

Barrhaven Farmers’ Market

Don’t miss the Barrhaven Farmers Market every Saturday this summer.

Over 20 vendors will be on display at the Nepean Woods Park and Ride between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Museums

Visit each museum’s website for details.

• Canadian Museum of Nature
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
• Canada Science and Technology Museum
• Canada Aviation and Space Museum
• Canadian War Museum
• Canadian Museum of History
• National Gallery of Canada
• Ottawa Art Gallery
• The Bytown Museum
• The Diefenbunker

Things to do in Kingston

• Friday-Saturday: OHL Priority Selection at the Slush Puppie Place
• On until June 20: Very Heaven at the Domino Theatre
• Friday: Welcome to Oz from Sparke to Strength at the Kingston Grand Theatre
• Saturday: Celebr10ion at the Kingston Grand Theatre
• Saturday: YGK Craft Beer Fest at Fort Henry
• Sunday: Where do we go from here? at the Kingston Grand Theatre

Kingston Pride Parade

Kingston Pride Week continues this weekend with the Pride Parade on Saturday.

The theme for Pride Week is Resilience and Liberation in Action.

The Pride Parade departs from the Memorial Centre at 12 p.m.

For more information, visit https://kingstonpride.ca/.

Things to do in Brockville

• Saturday: Brockville Farmers Market at Market Street West
• Saturday: Once Upon A Tea at 224 Hudson Point Road
• Saturday: Barn Dance, Boot Scootin’ Boogie at Drummond Barn

Things to do in Cornwall

• Friday-Saturday: Art on the Rise at Cline House Gallery
• Saturday: 50s-60s Sock Hop at RCAF Wing
• Saturday: Tribute to Bon Jovi – Keep the Faith at the Port Theatre
• Saturday: Celebrating Our Forces at Lamoureux Park. The event honouring the Canadian Armed Forces features activities, informative displays and special ceremonies.