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What’s Up Orléans?
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

Join us every Friday for Live Music, great brews, and BBQ! This week, we're jamming with our buddy Al Tambay. Everyone’s invited—no cover, no reservations…

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…

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…

Bring your hound and spend some quality time with your Ottawa sighthound community at Broadhead Brewing Company in Orleans! This will be an outdoor event.…

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…

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…

Entrée gratuite !Venez découvrir de grands talents amateurs, tous les jeudis, alors que notre scène accueille les meilleurs musiciens locaux. Musiciens, inscrivez-vous à [email protected] ou…

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…

He is back! Alternative indie-folk singer Rory Taillon has a voice that needs to be heard. Trained as a classical singer from a young age,…

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…

Say goodbye to summer at our outdoor market at the Shenkman Arts Centre! With over 30 local vendors, free entry, free parking, and a dog-friendly…

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 Connor's Send-Off! Let's send Connor off in style as he heads to college in PEI! He might be gone, but he definitely…

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 at the Bearbrook Golf Course. Start time to be determined. For more information and to sign up, contact Lucie at [email protected]

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…

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…

Entrée gratuite !Venez découvrir de grands talents amateurs, tous les jeudis, alors que notre scène accueille les meilleurs musiciens locaux. Musiciens, inscrivez-vous à [email protected] ou…

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…

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…

Entrée gratuite !Venez découvrir de grands talents amateurs, tous les jeudis, alors que notre scène accueille les meilleurs musiciens locaux. Musiciens, inscrivez-vous à [email protected] ou…

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…

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…

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.

Entrée gratuite !Venez découvrir de grands talents amateurs, tous les jeudis, alors que notre scène accueille les meilleurs musiciens locaux. Musiciens, inscrivez-vous à [email protected] ou…

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…

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.

Entrée gratuite !Venez découvrir de grands talents amateurs, tous les jeudis, alors que notre scène accueille les meilleurs musiciens locaux. Musiciens, inscrivez-vous à [email protected] ou…

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…

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…




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.

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.

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…

🍔 ORLÉANS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL + BURGERS & BEATS BLOCK PARTY 🍔
Get ready for 2 full days of delicious eats, feel good music, and unforgettable vibes in the heart of Orléans! Feast on mouthwatering street food…

🍔 ORLÉANS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL + BURGERS & BEATS BLOCK PARTY 🍔
Get ready for 2 full days of delicious eats, feel good music, and unforgettable vibes in the heart of Orléans! Feast on mouthwatering street food…

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.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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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