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Welcome to Downtown Rideau

where culture lives!

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Located just a block east of Parliament Hill along Rideau Street, Ottawa's Arts, Fashion & Theatre District offers an abundance of cultural activity and the biggest names in fashion retailing spanning 53-blocks.

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New ecosystem takes centre stage on the National Arts Centre rooftop

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Monday Evening Book Club

Conversations & Presentations May. 6 to Jun. 3 7: 00 pm by Ottawa Public Library - Rideau

Monday Evening Book Club

Share the enjoyment of reading and discussing books in a relaxed atmosphere. Jan 7 – Autumn by Ali Smith Feb 4 – Outline and Transit by Rachel Cusk Mar …

Eugen Kedl: A Tribute to Northern Canada

Arts, Exhibitions & Openings May. 17 to Sep. 2 10: 00 am - 5: 00 pm by Bytown Museum

Eugen Kedl: A Tribute to Northern Canada

The BYTOWN MUSEUM, in partnership with the Embassy of Austria in Ottawa, is pleased to announce a new Community Gallery Exhibition: Eugen Kedl: A Tribute to…

Opal Ocean (Australia) Live at the Mavericks

Music & Concerts May. 24 9: 00 pm by Mavericks

Opal Ocean (Australia) Live at the Mavericks

Opal Ocean are coming to Ottawa! We are super excited to announce we will be having special guests Duo WAQAY opening up the evening! A…

Introduction to Video Production

Film & Media May. 25 to May. 26 12: 00 pm - 5: 00 pm

Introduction to Video Production

This workshop is a pre-requisite for new filmmakers and new SAW Members wanting to rent out SAW’s equipment. The safe, proper care and operation of…

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Live Music at Highlander Pub

Every week until Feb. 1, 2020 Music & Concerts, Nightlife May. 10 to May. 31 by The Highlander Pub

Live Music at Highlander Pub

Click through to find out who’s playing at Highlander Pub for the month. Live music is featured Wednesday through Saturday nights and some Sundays and…

Downtown Rideau Presents Fridays at the Fourth

Every week until May. 31, 2019 Downtown Rideau Presents, Music & Concerts May. 24 8: 00 pm by National Arts Centre

Downtown Rideau Presents Fridays at the Fourth

Join us every Friday in the revitalized Fourth Stage, for fun, upbeat concerts in a casual atmosphere. Fridays at the Fourth will feature emerging artists…

Creative Sundays

Every week until Sep. 8, 2019 Arts, Family May. 26 10: 00 am - 2: 00 pm by Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG)

Creative Sundays

Every Sunday starting September 9. Free | No registration is required. Join us in the Studio for weekly drop-in creative activities suitable for all ages.…

Movement Mondays / Lundi, je bouge

Every week until Mar. 8, 2020 Dance, Sports & Recreation May. 27 7: 30 am - 8: 15 am by National Arts Centre

Movement Mondays / Lundi, je bouge

Join dancer/instructor Geoffrey Dollar for Movement in Meditation. Start your week with a free class that will leave you feeling calm and refreshed. Combining simple…

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The role of the Downtown Rideau B.I.A.

The Downtown Rideau Business Improvement Area (Downtown Rideau B.I.A.) represents the 600+ member businesses and organizations surrounding Rideau Street and is the leading voice guiding the transformation of Downtown Rideau into a world-class shopping and cultural destination.