Ottawa
Fringe Festival
June 18 - 28, 2009
Arts Court, University of Ottawa
Theatre Dept.
Tel: (613) 232-6162
Fax: (613) 232-2931
E-Mail: fringe@ottawafringe.com
Website: http://www.ottawafringe.com
A Fringe Festival is a forum that unites artists and audiences in a fun, exploratory environment. The guiding principles of the Fringe include unrestricted artistic expression, accessibility and community development.
The Fringe encourages artists to explore and test boundaries and make bold choices in the creation of art.
Ottawa
Dragon Boat Race Festival
June 18 - 20, 2010
Tel: (613) 238-7711
Fax: (613) 565-2662
Website: http://www.dragonboat.net
Don't miss the boat! If you
haven't experienced the sport of dragon boat racing, start your summer
at Mooney's Bay. 190 teams participate in corporate, government and community
challenges.
Combine the excitement and competition of the races with multi-cultural
food and entertainment and charitable fundraising and you have something
for the whole family to enjoy. Some examples of on-site events include
the following:
- Multicultural performances at the Royal Oak Main Tent featuring King Sunshine, African Guitar Summit, JW Jones and Ashley MacIsaac
- Tim Hortons Children’s Area featuring The Cowguys, Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo, Mad Science, Bouncy Castle and more…
A variety of concessionaires and exhibitors representing our cross-cultural community.
NO PARKING ON SITE.
Parking at: Carleton
University (Lot 7)
Free shuttle every hour on the hour from Carleton University.
See website for more details and schedules
Carnival
of Cultures
June 13 - June 14,
2009
Vincent Massey Park
Tel: (613) 742-6952 or
742-6553
Web Site:
www.carnivalofcultures.com
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From June 13 to 14, enjoy an open air festival that promotes and celebrates over 300 of Ottawa's folk arts performers bullet
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Two day weekend of non-stop entertainment by over 35 different performing groups representing countries from around the world bullet
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A $5 day pass will give access to all shows on the day of your choice. Children under 12 are free and must be accompanied by an adult
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Food and refreshments are available on site
TD
Canada Trust Ottawa International Jazz Festival June 25 - July 5, 2009
Confederation Park
Tel: (613) 241-2633
Fax: (613) 241-5774
Web Site: www.ottawajazzfestival.com
The TD Canada Trust Ottawa International Jazz Festival is one of the National Capital Region's premiere music events. It features the finest jazz musicians from Canada and around the world performing in open air venues and intimate studio spaces where thousands can enjoy world class music.
Lebanorama
July 11, 2009
Tel: (613) 742-6952
Rideau High School
Auditorium
815 St. Laurent Blvd.
Website: www.al-arz.ca
A weekend celebration of Ottawa's Lebanese and mainstream performing arts and artists.
- Continuous showcase of Lebanese folk & contemporary music, song and dance, in an intimate setting.
- Inspiring art exhibit featuring Lebanese painters, sculptors and lithographers.
- Full-length films and documentaries.
- Delicious Lebanese cuisine and mouthwatering pastries.
