Events in Ottawa in August 2026

In August 2026, Ottawa has 453 event dates across 118 shows, concerts and experiences — including 317 experiences, 64 concert, 42 sports, 16 others.

Highlights include: Daniel Caesar with 070 Shake — Arena Tour · Amit Tandon at Algonquin Commons Theatre · Candlelight: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons · Wanted — A Tribute to Bon Jovi at Théâtre du Casino du Lac-Leamy.

FAQ — Ottawa in August 2026

What to do in Ottawa in August 2026?
The calendar below lists every event happening that month: 317 experiences, 64 concert, 42 sports, 16 others. Filter by category or date to narrow it down.

Are dates and tickets up to date?
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Events in Ottawa in August 2026

Ottawa Murder Mystery: Solve the Case

Shadows of Downtown Ottawa: Self-Guided Detective Game (Questo)

Kid Quest in Ottawa: Interactive Family Scavenger Hunt (Ages 4–8)

Ottawa: Foods of the World Outdoor Exploration Game

Canadian War Museum: Skip-the-Line Admission

Dorothy's Trials of Oz: City Exploration Quest

Cycling the Nation's Capital, self-guided

Ottawa Murder Mystery — Death in the Shadows

Street Artist Ottawa Outdoor Exploration Game

Brockton Rox at Ottawa Titans

Canadian War Museum Admission

Mamma Mia! (Touring) at Northern Alberta Jubilee

Mamma Mia! at the National Arts Centre

Self-Guided Biking in Ottawa-Gatineau

2-Hour Ottawa Express City Bike Tour

Ottawa Landmarks Tour

Ottawa City Tour: Hop-on Hop-off Open-top Bus

Ottawa Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

Ottawa: Small-Group Walking Tour with Boat Cruise

Private Yacht Cruise on the Ottawa River

Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical

Unique Experiences

Ottawa: Small-Group Walking Tour with Boat Cruise

Ottawa River Boat Cruise from Hull Marina

Private Yacht Cruise on the Ottawa River

Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical

Rideau Canal Cruise

Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa