Vintage N Vinyl: Drag Show + Vintage Shop + Afterparty
FONO HiFi Lounge · Ottawa
Drag performances, all-vinyl dancing, and local vintage shopping under one roof — pick your vibe or stay for all three.
Friday, 31 July
Hiker Happy Hour
Courthaus Social · Arlington
Meet Arlington's hiking crowd over drinks before ever hitting a trail — low-key way to find your next adventure buddy.
Sip & Connect - 3rd Edition
Charlotte · Ottawa
A low-key mixer for locals who actually want to meet their neighbours — grab a drink and stay a while.
Saturday, 1 August
Editor's Pick
Teeyan Da Mela 2026
Santo Cristo Banquet Hall · Ottawa
PEACE Group's annual celebration of Punjabi culture and womanhood — lively, community-rooted, and a genuine Ottawa tradition.
Editor's Pick
Free Petting Farm for Kids
5420 Bank St · Ottawa
Goats, chickens, and open fields at a real working farm — free all day Saturday for families.
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Strathmere Family Fun Day
Strathmere Country Estate · Ottawa
A full day on a country estate with animals, live music, and enough to keep kids busy from arrival to last bite.
Gospel Fest 2026
1190 Newmarket St · Ottawa
Live gospel performances fill the evening with the Racquel Joseph Foundation anchoring a night of music and community.
Day Hike - Bull Run Mountains (4.4 Miles)
Vienna Metro South Kiss & Ride Parking · Vienna
Carpool out to 2,500 acres of old-growth habitat where the trails pass actual remnant homesites and cemeteries — a hike with real history underfoot.
Ace Monroe at Reston Town Center
Reston TownCenter · Reston
Nashville rock outfit Ace Monroe brings riff-heavy, high-energy sets — a late-night show best suited for grown-ups who want a real night out.
Quantum Leap - 80s Tribute Band at That's Amore
THAT'S AMORE · ROCKVILLE
DMV-based Quantum Leap brings tight 80s covers to That's Amore — late-night bar set, best for night-owl music fans without early wake-ups.
L'Église Face aux Enjeux des Temps de la Fin
435 St. Laurent Blvd · Ottawa
Un débat franc sur l'église et les temps actuels, dans une ambiance conviviale au cœur d'Ottawa.
Sunday, 2 August
Editor's Pick
Fungi For Families - August - Ottawa Mushroom Society
NCC Greenbelt P18 · Ottawa
A guided forest walk where kids hunt real wild mushrooms — relaxed pace, games, and a naturalist on hand to name what you find.
Editor's Pick
Ottawa Mushroom Society Walk: August
NCC Greenbelt P18 · Ottawa
A naturalist-led walk through the Greenbelt where you'll actually learn to read the forest floor — no expertise required.
Take a Hike: Difficult Run to Great Falls Park
Cross County Trail Access Point · Herndon
A mostly flat trail with one rewarding climb to Great Falls Park — solid Sunday workout with built-in stops for the views.
Family Morning at the Farm
4996 Stonecrest Rd · Ottawa
Feed real animals and roam the fields — a slow, easy morning that kids will talk about all week.
The Great Indian Carnival
Strathmere Weddings Estate · Ottawa
A full-day celebration of Indian food, music, and culture at a sprawling estate venue.
OTA Picnic
Cumberland Heritage Village Museum · Ottawa
Telugu community gathers at a heritage village museum — free for parents, and the outdoor setting gives kids room to roam.
Ottawa Social Girl Club Sunday Brunch
Tavern at the Gallery · Ottawa
A relaxed Sunday brunch at one of Ottawa's most elegant venues — good coffee, good company.
Stittsville Summer Singles Mixer (40+)
The Blackstone Restaurant · Ottawa
Speed-meet fellow 40+ singles at Blackstone using a phone-based matching format — a low-pressure twist on the usual mixer.
Tuesday, 4 August
Geek Out: Local AI for Software Development
Developers swap honest notes on running AI coding tools locally — from hardware choices to agent workflows.
Wednesday, 5 August
Editor's Pick
Grounded: A Nature Walk Series - Walk #5
Dominion Observatory · Ottawa
A free guided nature walk at one of Ottawa's most atmospheric landmarks — good for curious kids and adults who like to slow down.
Macht KI uns dumm und unmoralisch? - StrateKI Breakfast Club
A free Wednesday morning Zoom debate on whether AI is making us dumber and less ethical — sharp topic for anyone thinking about tech's real costs.
Buns in the Oven
Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre · Ottawa
A welcoming weekly drop-in for expectant parents — call ahead to confirm whether this week's session is in-person or virtual.
Thursday, 6 August
The Return of René Rodriguez Chef Night
The Clemow · Ottawa
Chef René Rodriguez returns to The Clemow for a live kitchen session — intimate tables, serious cooking.
Play and Grow Outdoors
3147 Carling Ave · Ottawa
Drop-in outdoor play for little ones — fresh air, room to roam, no screens required.
Singles Mingle (Ages 45+)
Bank & Waverly Street · Ottawa
Casual outdoor mixer for singles 45+ — relaxed atmosphere, no awkward name tags required.