Events

Enter for your chance to win 50% of gross ticket sales! 50/50 tickets are: 5-Ticket Pack for $10 20-Ticket Pack for $20 100-Ticket Pack for $50 250-Ticket Pack for $100 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for the formal kickoff of Italian Week 2026 with a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe will mark the occasion with a formal proclamation for Italian […]

Scopri i capolavori italiani più belli della collezione della National Gallery of Canada in un evento unico da non perdere! Join the National Gallery of Canada’s interpreter for a guided […]

Dive into some Italian art treasures from the National Gallery of Canada's collection and immerse yourself in the world of arts. Join the National Gallery of Canada’s interpreter for a […]

Découvrez les plus beaux chefs-d'œuvre italiens de la collection du MBAC lors d'un événement unique à ne pas manquer ! Join the National Gallery of Canada’s interpreter for a guided […]

Get ready for an exciting, heart-pumping day of cycling action at Bike Race Ottawa! On Sunday, June 14, Preston Street will transform into a dynamic racecourse featuring events for all […]

This annual celebration of the Feast of St. Anthony takes place on the second Sunday in June and features an outdoor Mass on the steps of St. Anthony’s Church, followed […]

Join us for a tasty adventure hopping between some of the best pizza spots while learning about the hidden gems in Little Italy.Italian Week Ottawa is excited to partner with […]

Join us for an intimate gourmet Italian dinner experience with Chef Cristian Lepore.This special evening features a thoughtfully and masterfully curated four-course menu by Chef Cristian Lepore that celebrates the […]

Join Chef Cristian Lepore for this exciting hands-on class and learn how to make gnocchi from scratch. In this masterclass, Chef Cristian Lepore will teach and guide participants through the […]

Join us for rapid-fire readings in English, French, Italian and dialect! The Association of Italian-Canadian Writers, Bread By Us and Accenti Magazine, in collaboration with Italian Week Ottawa, invite you […]

An Evening with award-winning writer and poet Liana Cusmano, complete with intriguing storytelling, fireside chat, and more. Join us for an evening with Liana Cusmano, Italian‑Canadian poet, spoken‑word artist, writer, […]

Sapori dell’Emilia-Romagna...A taste of tradition. A celebration of community.Join us for a fun, walk-about wine & food tasting where we aim to transport you straight to this incredible region for […]

Welcome to the most exciting weekend of the year – the Ottawa Italian Festival street party celebrations, organized by the Preston Street BIA. Venue: 301 Preston Street parking lot, including […]