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Wondering what is happening in the Heart of Orléans? You are in the right spot!
Looking for an upcoming festival or event or perhaps an information session or show? Check our calendar or Upcoming Events page regularly to stay in the know.
Would you like to learn about economic development opportunities in the district, read the personal stories behind some of our BIA businesses or understand the rich history of our community? The Beat is where you should start. The Beat is both a business and community focused publication known to highlight the various reasons to visit The Heart of Orléans.
If you are looking for the latest news impacting the Heart of Orléans district, check back here regularly. You will see the updates on various initiatives like Phase 2 of the Light Rail Transit and even information on local job opportunities. You can also get the latest scoop sent right to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter, The Heartbeat.
Upcoming Events

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Our summer Yoga in the Park event takes place every Wednesday at 7 PM during July and August, at Décarie Park. It is free, no…

Free Admission!Come discover amazing amateur talent every Thursday as our stage welcomes the best local musicians. Musicians, sign up at [email protected] or just drop in.…

Get ready for a night of action at A Foot Above Fitness! Join us on August 22nd for our brand new Fight Night event -…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

We will be starting from a planned time and location each weekend and exploring our community on two wheels (bike, scooter, etc.), before ending up…

Join us for the third annual Music Festival & Family Fun Day! Free Food with a donation to the Food Bank! Free Face Painting and…


Come out and Meet your Neighbours at the Outdoor CGOW Café Enjoy fresh coffee from local roasters and treats from our local bakeries, affordably priced…

Join us each and every Tuesday for trivia with Quizmaster Kev! Free to play, prizes to be won. No reservations required. 6 general knowledge categories…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Our summer Yoga in the Park event takes place every Wednesday at 7 PM during July and August, at Décarie Park. It is free, no…

Join us for our annual Corn Roast & Community BBQ, hosted by Marie-France Lalonde and MPP Blais, on Thursday, August 28 from 5:00 to 8:00…

Free Admission!Come discover amazing amateur talent every Thursday as our stage welcomes the best local musicians. Musicians, sign up at [email protected] or just drop in.…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

Date: Saturday 30 August, 2025Location: Esso Station 6469 Jeanne-d'Arc Blvd, N, OrleansTime: 9:00-9:25 am (Walk starts at 9:30 am)Meet: In the parking lot near the…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

We will be starting from a planned time and location each weekend and exploring our community on two wheels (bike, scooter, etc.), before ending up…

🎉🐾 INK FOR PAWS! 🐾🎉 Join us for a tattoo fundraising event in support of our beloved dog rescue! (First come first serve, no reservations)…

Discover More Harmony Within Step into a restorative Yin Yoga class that transcends the ordinary. This unique session offers skillful manual adjustments, soothing massages, acupressure,…

Come out and Meet your Neighbours at the Outdoor CGOW Café Enjoy fresh coffee from local roasters and treats from our local bakeries, affordably priced…

Indigenous Drum Circle- Orleans 1st Tuesday of each month No experience necessary Everyone welcome Bring your drum- we do have some drums available for use.

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Free Admission!Come discover amazing amateur talent every Thursday as our stage welcomes the best local musicians. Musicians, sign up at [email protected] or just drop in.…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

The Mom Market is coming to OTTAWA! Place d'Orléans Shopping Centre September 6-7 & November 29-30, 2025 During full mall hours FREE Admission | Family-Friendly | Indoor Market We’re…

Join us for food, drink, and good times as we celebrate 8 years! Family and doggo friendly. Activities for the kids, cornhole, music, anniversary releases,…

As the seasons begin to shift, the September Market brings a rich and colorful harvest to your table. Enjoy the last of summer’s sweet berries,…

The Mom Market is coming to OTTAWA! Place d'Orléans Shopping Centre September 6-7 & November 29-30, 2025 During full mall hours FREE Admission | Family-Friendly | Indoor Market We’re…

Indigenous Drum Circle- Orleans 1st Tuesday of each month No experience necessary Everyone welcome Bring your drum- we do have some drums available for use.

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Free Admission!Come discover amazing amateur talent every Thursday as our stage welcomes the best local musicians. Musicians, sign up at [email protected] or just drop in.…

Our annual 18 hole golf tournament, which serves both as a fundraiser to support local youth sport and as an event that bring together the…

Pay What You Want - Community Concert at Stray Dog Brewing Co.
Date & Time Thursday, September 12, 2024 Doors open 7PM — Music starts 7.30PM Orléans, let’s make a night of it! I had a chat with Marc…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…


Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…



PRODUCT OF CANADA! Join us for the Canadian Buttertart Festival & Competition at the 2025 Orleans Ribfest as we celebrate Canadian Deliciousness September 12-14 @…


Indigenous Drum Circle- Orleans 1st Tuesday of each month No experience necessary Everyone welcome Bring your drum- we do have some drums available for use.

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

This year, planning is in full swing for the CCA Family Fun Day Saturday Sept 20 at Barrington Park! Councillor Dudas will once again Co-Sponsor our…

Come join us at the 2025 HARVEST Market hosted by the Cumberland Farmers Market. We move our weekly Farmers Market over to the museum for…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Kids are back to school and routines are back in full swing! Our farmers markets are still here and ready for you to support local.…

Indigenous Drum Circle- Orleans 1st Tuesday of each month No experience necessary Everyone welcome Bring your drum- we do have some drums available for use.

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

2025 Canadian Police and Peace Officer Memorial Trade Show Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…


Indigenous Drum Circle- Orleans 1st Tuesday of each month No experience necessary Everyone welcome Bring your drum- we do have some drums available for use.

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Welcome to the Cheeeeeeeesiest Festival in Canada! We are Mac My Cheese Fest and if you love cheese, then you gotta eat here! Join us…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Welcome to the Cheeeeeeeesiest Festival in Canada! We are Mac My Cheese Fest and if you love cheese, then you gotta eat here! Join us…

Crisp autumn air, vibrant fall colors, and the bounty of the harvest—October’s Market is a celebration of all things seasonal! From farm-fresh pumpkins and squash…

Welcome to the Cheeeeeeeesiest Festival in Canada! We are Mac My Cheese Fest and if you love cheese, then you gotta eat here! Join us…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

The Howloween Market is a festive, dog-friendly celebration featuring over 30 vendors, spooky treats, fun costumes, and paw-some activities for both pups and their humans…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

As the chill of November sets in, our final market of the year transforms into a festive wonderland! Celebrate the holiday season with handcrafted gifts,…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

The Orléans Cork & Fork Festival Returns – November 7-8, 2025! Orléans Festivals is thrilled to bring back Ottawa’s premier food & drink experience to…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…

Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people…

Try out our famous Secret Theme trivia! Players play in teams against each other to solve rounds of 5 trivia questions. The questions in a…

Beading is Medicine - In-person sessions Where: the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre (105-240, boul. Centrum Blvd.). When: Saturday’s from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Cost: Free Indigenous…
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