Sweet September, with lots to do
- Francie Healy
- Aug 15
- 3 min read
It isn’t quite fall, and it isn’t quite summer. Children are back in school, and life slowly begins at a new pace.
Some people say September is the best month to get outside and enjoy the weather and our community.
There are several wonderful things to do here in Ottawa and area in September. These are some of them.
City Folk Festival
September 10 to 14
The Great Lawn, Lansdowne Park and throughout The Glebe
It’s a great mix of music all day long on many indoor and outdoor stages featuring established and well-known musicians.
The music ranges from folk, rock, alternative, bluegrass, hip hop, country and other genres.
There are new brews to try at the craft beer fair, local artisan products, children’s activities and family performances.
More information here.
Spencerville Fair
September 11 to 14
Spencerville Fairgrounds, 22 Ryan St (in the middle of the village)
In addition to this being another fun-filled year (the fair’s 170th), the big (really big) added attraction is a once-in-a-lifetime event: the RCMP Musical Ride on Saturday, Sept. 13. There will be 32 uniformed RCMP officers on horseback in a display of precision cavalry drills set to music. Spencerville is the only fair in Ontario scheduled to host the Ride this year. Admission to the Ride is included with your fair ticket, on sale now, here.
Other exciting events: on Friday, you can ride the Midway from 11-11 (all you can ride!) for $45. There are junior and youth shows, livestock shows, produce and crops, home crafts, a demolition derby, and truck and tractor pulls. Entertainment includes Bob Seger Tribute Show, Country Rocks, Amanda Keeley, and The Road Hammers.
More information here.
The Great India Festival
September 12 to 14
Marion Dewar Plaza, Ottawa City Hall
This is a colourful, musical, intercultural event celebrating diversity, dance, art, and health. There will be workshops and delicious Indian food, snacks and dessert.
More information here.
Ottawa National
September 11 and 14
Wesley Clover Parks
401 Corkstown Road
The National is the conclusion of Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments. Wesley Clover Parks is the only Canadian venue to host all Olympic equestrian disciplines at the international level.
More information here.
The Art Of Service: Charity Gala
September 2
5 to 10 pm
Canadian War Museum, 1 Vimy Pl, Ottawa
The Art of Service is a formal gala dedicated to honouring Canadian military service through the power of visual art. It is an elegant evening that brings together Canadian artists and their art from all over Canada.
The majority of proceeds from the art sales are donated to Soldier On. This is a Canadian Armed Forces program that supports the recovery and wellbeing of serving and retired members and their families through sport, recreation, and creative expression.
More information here.
Latin Sparks Festival
September 6
LeBreton Flats, Ottawa
It’s the spirit of Havana in Ottawa, with everything from rhythmic drummers to Salsa dancers: an exciting and colourful event on multiple stages with live music, DJs, authentic Latin food trucks, bars, performances and even dance classes.
More information here.
Richmond Fair
September 18 to 21
Richmond, Ontario
In its 181st year, the Richmond Fair is a wonderful family event with agricultural shows, demolition derby, live entertainment, rock climbing, games, rides, arts and crafts, and of course, a midway.
More information here.
Ottawa International Animation Festival
September 24 to 28
ByTowne Cinema, Arts Court, Club SAW, Strathcona Park, the National Arts Centre, and the Ottawa Art Gallery
Downtown Ottawa becomes an enormous theatre with five days of screenings, talks, short film competitions, and parties. You can see more than 200 new films and go behind the scenes at Animation Exposé. There are programs and hands-on animation workshops for teens and families.
The festival attracts artists, producers, students, and animation fans from around the world.
More information here.
Wishing you a happy, relaxed and interesting September!
–The Lagois team
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