Join us June 19–21 as Preston Street transforms into a little slice of Italy in the heart of the Nation’s Capital.

From exotic cars and lively street performances to patios buzzing with music, food, and celebration, the Ottawa Italian Festival brings the spirit of Italy to every corner of the neighbourhood.

And don’t miss the Preston Street Bicycle Races returning on Sunday, June 14 — a high-energy tradition that will kick off this year’s festivities in style!

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JUNE 19-21

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Little Italy, Ottawa

Red sports car, front view, with Ferrari logo, partially obscured by green leaves.

FCA Ottawa Ferrari Festival

Three people in white 'Ottawa Italian Festival' shirts holding Italian flags, standing in front of a green backdrop and barrels, with a sign that says 'Ottawa Italian Festival.'

Preston Street Party

Children in traditional Tarantella costumes clapping in front of an Italian-themed mural.

Italian Week Ottawa

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Dows Lake Concorso d’Eleganza

A parade of vintage Fiat cars driving through a street under a "Little Italy" sign, with spectators watching from the sidewalk. The focus is on a blue Fiat in the foreground, followed by colorful cars. It's a sunny day with trees and traffic lights visible.

Italian Car Parade

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Preston Street Bicycle Races

Thank You to Our Sponsors

A big thank you to this year’s incredible sponsors! Your support helps us make the Ottawa Italian Festival even better—bringing fresh experiences, enhanced programming, and more excitement to Preston Street.

Grazie mille!

Thank you to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming for funding the Ottawa Italian Festival through the Experience Ontario Program.

Outside vendors are not permitted at the Ottawa Italian Festival. Any vendor who is operating within 30 metres of the event site will be issued a ticket by By-Law Services. Drones over 249 grams in weight are not permitted at the Ottawa Italian Festival as per the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), Part IX – Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems.

Thank you to our partners at the City of Ottawa.