Events in Canada this 2024

Canada Tulip Festival-15 May - 21 May 2024 in Ottawa and Quebec (May)

This is a popular event for the whole family to attend. It features tulip displays. The event celebrates the tulip during the Spring season and the flowers' connection to the Canadian capital (Ottawa).

This event has free admission and is open to people of all ages as a family-friendly event. The event will occur at Commissioners Park in Ottawa where there are currently 300,000 tulips blooming.

There will also be daily free movies from 2 pm to 7:30 pm and a sound and light show for all to enjoy.

For more information: https://tulipfestival.ca/

Abbotsford Tulip Festival-6 April to 5 May 2024 in Abbotsford

This is a family-friendly display of tulips. The event will consist of 27 acres of 70 different types of tulips.

This is part of a 6-month display of flowers at Lakeland Flowers. The cost is $8-$25 ticket, but children under 3 are free!

For more information: https://www.lakelandflowers.ca/#TicketOptions

Otafest 2024-May 10 10am at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre (May)

Otafest is a non-profit for all ages in Calgary, Canada. In 2024, they will be running a festival featuring Japanese anime screenings, community panels, cosplay contests, voice actors, and concerts.

The Festival runs from May 10th to May 12th at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

There will be several guests, including:

• Yukana

• Brendan Hunter

• Vivid Vision

• Rider4Z

• Larissa Crawford

• Ben Balmaceda

• TRUE

• Amber Lee Connors

• Michaela Jill Murphy

For more information: https://otafest.com/

Neurodiverse Social (Every Month)

The Neurodiverse Social is an event for facilitated socialization with members of the neurodiverse community that takes place on the fourth Thursday of every month.

The event is happening at 353 Church street in Toronto, Ontario.

This is a chance to meet new people, play some games, and have conversations around mental health and neurodiversity.

The Neurodiverse social is open to everyone, whether you identify as neurodivergent, neurotypical, or questioning. We hope to see you there!

Contact martin@hardfeelings.org or dana@blueskylearning.ca for more information.

For more information: https://www.eventbrite.ca/o/blue-sky-learning

Holistic Healing Fairs (June)

Holistic Healing Fairs are taking place across Ontario this 2024.

These fairs are sponsored by Holistipedia. They are free vendor-style events with a warm and nurturing space for self-discovery and growth.

Come out and meet wellness businesses from across Canada. Discover more here

Sound of Music Festival (June)

The Sound of Music Festival is Canada's largest music festival. This event takes place on Father's Day Weekend from June 13th to June 16th, 2024 in Downtown Burlington, Ontario, Canada.

This event is free for all ages. There will be live family-friendly performers, rides and games, and a wide variety of food from local Burlington businesses.

Learn more here.

Grove Rotary Ribfest

A family-friendly event where you can enjoy three days packed with good food, cold drinks, local talents, and more!

Discover more here.

International Women Health Conference and Expo (June)

This is the largest women's health expo and conference.

This acts as an international forum for academicians, practitioners, and health and business professionals.

Individuals will come together to share the latest advancements and research in women's healthcare.

Learn more here

Ottawa Jazz Festival

From June 21st to June 30th, 2024, The Ottawa Jazz Festival is held every year in Ottawa. It exists to celebrate music, in particular, Jazz.

It began as a weekend of music at Major's Hill Park and is now one of the capital's largest music events.

With a lineup of over 300 Canadian artists, this festive will always cease to amaze you.

Get your tickets here.

Pigeon Lake Music Festival-Summer Showcase (June)

This is a music festival at Pigeon Lake from June 29 to June 30. It is a Family Friendly music festival.

Children 12 and under get in for free. There is a line-up of music stars ready to perform, including Serena Rider, Tyler Shaw, and Jamie Fine.

Get your tickets here.

Paddlefest Music and Nature Festival

This festival will feature a 4-day event that combines music, art, recreational activities and environmental events.

It will take place in St. Andrews By-The-Sea, New Brunswick and include guest appearances from Boy Golden Jenn Grant, Ariel Posen, Ellevator, The Slocan Ramblers.

To learn more go here: https://www.paddlefestnb.ca/

JULYFEST

From July 19th to 21st, JULYFEST will be taking place in Kimberly, BC.

JULYFest includes live music, a parade, skateboarding, and great food in a jam-packed and fun festival weekend.

Volunteer or get your tickets here.

Cobourg Waterfront Festival 2024-June 29th to July 1st

This is a family-friendly event for Canada Day.

You can spend the day on amusement rides, shopping at local vendors, trying new cuisine or listening to live music.

There will also be a Canada Day parade on July 1st and fireworks over the harbour!

Discover more here.

Victoria Cookie Summit

This event is occurring at Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort, Victoria BC on the weekend of July 5 and July 6th, 2024.

The event will be about cookie decorating and will include industry professionals such as Adrienne Town of The Sugar Shoppe and Raveena Oberoi from Just Cakes Bakeshop.

To discover more information, go here.

Celebration of Light (July)

20 July - 27 July 2024 in Vancouver, Canada

The Celebration of Light is the longest-running offshore fireworks competition in the world.

This event was created in 2021 by the Board of Directors of the non-profit organization Vancouver Fireworks Festival Society.

This event aims to bring the community together for a free family-fun event. The events core purpose is to spark togetherness.

To discover more: https://hondacelebrationoflight.com/

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