Events

Join us in celebrating the launch of Ottawa Italian Festival with a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe will make a proclamation, and we’ll raise the Italian Week Ottawa Flag!

Participate in a free guided visit to some of the National Gallery’s exceptional Italian art works.

Stray from the usual suspects in this masterclass and journey into the valleys and mountains of the Italian countryside to taste wines made by small, hands-on producers.

Discover the hidden history of Corso Italia, Ottawa's Little Italy, and embark on a journey through Ottawa’s vibrant Italian-Canadian history, culture, and community!

Enjoy a delicious 5-course meal and dance the night away! 

Join this annual event to celebrate the Feast of St. Anthony which includes an outdoor mass on the steps of St. Anthony’s Church, followed by a procession.

Discover the hidden history of Corso Italia, Ottawa's Little Italy, and embark on a journey through Ottawa’s vibrant Italian-Canadian history, culture, and community!

Hands-on exploration of Italian culture through art, imagination, and fun! Children will love learning how to craft their very own mosaics.

Come hear from community leaders on their immigration stories and cultural influences.

Who doesn't love pasta? Join us to learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch with Chef Daniela Crocco.

Calling all coffee enthusiasts…join Pietro Comino in this unique masterclass to deepen your understanding of coffee's cultural significance, explore coffee varieties, debunk myths, and learn the art of espresso making.

An exclusive aperitivo reception including curated food and beverage stations and a meet and greet with Celebrity Chef David Rocco.

Ottawa Italian Festival's Grand Finale Weekend includes comedy, music, performances, and more. Grand Finale Weekend is put on in partnership with the Preston Street BIA. 

Get ready to boogie the night away at the hottest disco party in town at the fabulous Sala San Marco Event & Conference Centre.

Get ready for a heart-pumping day of cycling action at Bike Race Ottawa!

Welcome to the most exciting weekend of the year – the street party celebrations of the Ottawa Italian Festival! Get ready to be immersed in the sights, sounds, and flavours of Italy as we kick off this year’s festivities in style on the streets of Ottawa’s Little Italy! Our opening weekend is the perfect way […]

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Discover the hidden history of Corso Italia, Ottawa's Little Italy. Back by popular demand and even bigger...step into Little Italy and embark on a journey through Ottawa’s vibrant Italian-Canadian history, culture, and community! This free 2-hour walking tour will explore the significance of one of Ottawa’s most notable areas and its transformation from a humble […]

Join us for the formal kickoff of Italian Week 2025 with a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe will recognize Italian Week Ottawa with a proclamation, and then we’ll raise the Italian Week Ottawa Flag! We are pleased to announce that His Excellency Alessandro Cattaneo, Ambassador of Italy to Canada will provide opening […]

Join our Interpreters for a guided visit to some of the Gallery’s exceptional Italian art works. This tour will take place in the European and American Galleries, and last approximately 30 minutes. The tour meeting point is in the Scotiabank Great Hall, and is included as part of Free Thursdays. The 30-minute tours will start […]

Welcome to the most exciting weekend of the year – the street party celebrations of the Ottawa Italian Festival! Get ready to be immersed in the sights, sounds, and flavours of Italy as we kick off this year’s festivities in style on the streets of Ottawa’s Little Italy! Our opening weekend is the perfect way […]

This annual event to celebrate the Feast of St. Anthony occurs on the second Sunday in June and includes an outdoor mass on the steps of St. Anthony’s Church, followed by a procession. Outdoor Mass begins at 10:30am. The procession begins immediately following the Mass (around approximately 11:30am). 12:00-3:00pm – Lunch in the church hall. […]

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the experiences and contributions of Italian women in the Ottawa community. This engaging event highlights the rich history and cultural impact of local women in leadership through historical exhibits and an expert panel discussion. This year’s panel explores the female perspective on Italian immigration, spanning generations—from those who […]

Join us to learn how to create quick and healthy dishes celebrating the diversity and richness of Italian cuisine with Chef Cristian Lepore. In this masterclass, Chef Cristian Lepore will demonstrate how to create a three-course meal featuring dishes from the Northern to Central regions of Italy while discussing key seasonal ingredients that make up […]

Join us to learn how to create quick and healthy dishes celebrating the diversity and richness of Italian cuisine with Chef Cristian Lepore. In this masterclass, Chef Cristian Lepore will demonstrate how to create a three-course meal featuring dishes from the Southern to Central regions of Italy while discussing key seasonal ingredients that make up […]

Join Chef Cristian Lepore for this exciting hands-on class and learn how to make stuffed pasta. In this masterclass, Chef Cristian Lepore will teach and guide participants in the art of stuffing and creating different shapes of pasta. You will learn how to work with pasta dough to make different shapes and stuff the pasta […]

An Evening with Award-Winning Author Nino Ricci complete with intriguing storytelling, fireside chat, and more. Join us for an intimate evening with the celebrated Italian-Canadian author, Nino Ricci, as he takes us on a journey through his life, career, and the inspiration behind his powerful novels. Known for his award-winning works such as The Origin of Species and The Book of […]

Discover the hidden history of Corso Italia, Ottawa’s Little Italy. Back by popular demand and even bigger...step into Little Italy and embark on a journey through Ottawa’s vibrant Italian-Canadian history, culture, and community! This free 2-hour walking tour will explore the significance of one of Ottawa’s most notable areas and its transformation from a humble […]

Get ready for a heart-pumping day of cycling action at Bike Race Ottawa! On Sunday, June 15th, Preston Street will transform into a thrilling racecourse featuring events for all ages and skill levels. Watch young cyclists compete in exciting races or witness the high-speed skills of expert racers as they navigate the challenging corners around […]

It's a family affair! Join us at Ev Tremblay park and create your own Father's Day picnic tradition - al fresco! In Italy, picnics are a cherished tradition, especially during harvest times. Families and neighbours gather together to share bread, wine, olives, cheese, and sausages brought by everyone. Join us this Father’s Day to create […]