What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: June 6-8
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend.
CHEO Telethon
The 2025 CHEO Telethon is on CTV Ottawa on Saturday.
The telethon showcases how your donations support CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute and the Roger Neilson Children's Hospice.
To donate, visit www.cheofoundation.com.
Doors Open Ottawa
Take a behind the scenes look at many iconic buildings in Ottawa this weekend.
Doors Open Ottawa runs Saturday and Sunday across Ottawa.
For a list of buildings to explore, click here.
On Sunday, the city is hosting the Public Works Big Wheels Expo at 300 Coventry Road. Check out city vehicles, including a garbage truck, sidewalk sweeper, a hydraulic crane and a snow plow.
Ottawa Titans
The Ottawa Titans host the Sussex County Miners for a three-game series at the Ottawa Baseball Stadium.
First pitch Friday night is at 7 p.m., followed by games at 6 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. on Sunday.
There will be fireworks following Friday night's game. Saturday is Pride Night and Sunday is Cappy's Birthday Party.
For tickets, visit www.ottawatitans.com.
Volleyball Nations League
Some of the top women's volleyball teams in the world are in Ottawa this weekend for Volleyball Nations League.
Canada, Bulgaria, Dominican Republic, Japan, Netherlands and Serbia will play at TD Place.
For tickets, visit www.tdplace.ca.
Rhythmic Gymnastics Canadian Championships
The Rhythmic Gymnastics Canadian Championships run this weekend at Algonquin College.
Witness the beauty, grace and athleticism of Canada's best rhythmic gymnasts.
For tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rhythmic-gymnastics-national-championships-2025-tickets-1300064049569?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Dickinson Days
Don't miss Dickinson Days this weekend in Manotick Village.
Events run all weekend, including a pancake breakfast and Kiwanis Craft Market on Saturday, a scavenger hunt and entertainment. There will be a fireworks show in Centennial Park at 9:30 p.m. Friday.
For more information, click here.
Ottawa Italian Festival
Experience the sights, sounds and flavours of Italy during Ottawa Italian Festival.
Head to Preston Street and explore the Ottawa Ferrari Festival, Italian Car Parade, Preston Street Market and the Preston Street Bicycle Races.
Blackburn Fun Fair
The first weekend of June means it's the Blackburn Fun Fair this weekend in Blackburn.
The Blackburn Community Association invites you to enjoy a weekend of fun activities, including a movie night, parade, dog show, softball tournament, music and more.
There's a fireworks show at 10 p.m. Saturday.
For more information, visit www.blackburnfunfair.ca.
Ottawa Firefighter Day
The Ottawa Fire Service invites you to Firefighter Day at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum.
Touch a fire truck, learn how to use a fire extinguisher, take part in the children's firefighter challenge, and check out the bucket brigade, a vehicle extrication and a grease fire simulator.
Firefighter Day runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Orléans Craft Beer Festival
The Orléans Craft Beer Festival runs Friday and Saturday at the Centrum Plaza.
Enjoy two days of the best craft breweries, local food and live music.
Guitars and Gasoline
The Guitars and Gasoline music festival runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Calabogie Motorsports Park.
The lineup includes Blue Rodeo and The Trews Friday night, and Josh Ross and Theory of a Deadman on Saturday night.
NCC bike days
National Capital Commission's weekend bikedays continue all weekend.
The NCC will close the parkways and Queen Elizabeth Driveway to vehicles for active use.
Here is a look at what's open for cyclists, runners, walkers and other active use:
Kichi Zībī Mīkan (Vimy Place to Carling Avenue): 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway (Aviation Parkway to St. Joseph Boulevard): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Queen Elizabeth Driveway (Somerset Avenue to Fifth Avenue): 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
National Arts Centre
Here's a look at what's happening at the National Arts Centre this weekend.
Friday: Summer Indigenous Art Market
Saturday-Sunday: Le Potager, a rock concert for kids
Saturday: Jennifer Castle
Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe
Here's a look at what's happening at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe this weekend:
Friday-Sunday: The Music Man
Sunday: The Barrhaven Community Concert Band
Shenkman Arts Centre
See Anne of Green Gables this weekend at the Shenkman Arts Centre.
The presentation by the Ottawa School of Theatre runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
613flea
613flea returns to Lansdowne Park on Saturday.
Check out 150 vendors between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Admission is free.
Lansdowne Farmers Market
The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday.
Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Main Street Farmers Market
The Main Street Farmers Market is open for the season.
The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grande Allee Park.
Carp Farmers Market
The Carp Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This week is Market Day, with an educational display in the Rotunda featuring pioneer artifacts.
Metcalfe Farmers Market
The Metcalfe Farmers Market has kicked off a new season.
The market is every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds.
Westboro Farmers' Market
The Westboro Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The market is located in Byron Linear Park.
Museums
Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario:
Parliament of Canada Tours
Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block.
For tickets and tour times, visit https://rts.parl.ca/.
Parliament: The Immersive Experience
Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this innovative experience.
Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019.
The self-guided tour is 45 minutes.
Tickets are available at no cost at visit parl.ca.
Events Happening in Kingston this weekend
Friday-Sunday: Decrepitude Blues at the Domino Theatre
Friday: Bloom into You at the Kingston Grand Theatre
Saturday: Bloom in my garden at the Kingston Grand Theatre
Saturday: Night at the Opera at the Spire
Inclusive Fun Fair
The second annual Inclusive Fun Fair is Saturday in Kingston.
The free, family-friendly event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Shannon Park.
Brockville Street Fair
The Brockville Street Fair runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Brockville.
Enjoy amusement rides, midway games, treats and more, while supporting the Shriners.
For more information, click here.
Knickers!
See Knickers, a 'brief' comedy, this weekend at the Seaway Valley Theatre.
Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday.
For more information, visit https://www.svtc.ca/.
Unleashed Pet Fest
Bring your furry friend to Unleashed Pet Fest on Pitt Street in Cornwall on Saturday.
Admission is free.
Brockville Ontario Speedway
Saturday night is race night at the Brockville Ontario Speedway.
Racing starts at 7 p.m.
Cornwall Motor Speedway
Sunday is race night at the Cornwall Motor Speedway
Enjoy racing around the quarter-mile dirt track, with the first race at 6 p.m.
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