ORLÉANS FARMERS’ MARKET from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Orléans Town Centre Plaza, 290 Centrum Blvd. Browse 130+ local vendors, grab a bite, and discover amazing handmade and local finds. Plenty of parking available.

CORN ROAST AND BBQ hosted by Orléans MP Marie-France Lalonde and MPP Stephen Blais near the nature centre close to the northwest corner of Petrie Island. Hot dogs, corn and refreshments with live entertainment.

LIVE MUSIC at the Orléans Legion featuring Divided Highway from 7-11 p.m. Everyone welcome. The Orléans Legion is located at 800 Taylor Creek Dr.

QUEENSWOOD HEIGHTS FAMILY FUN DAY & MUSIC FESTIVAL from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Queenswood Ridge Park, 346 Kennedy Lane. BBQ. Drinks. Bouncy Castles. Live Music. Games. Prizes. Beer Garden.

CUMBERLAND FARMERS’ MARKET from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the R.J. Kennedy Arena in Cumberland Village with a variety of local farmers and vendors ready to showcase their freshest produce, handmade goods, and unique finds! FREE ADMISSION

CARDINAL CREEK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MOVIE NIGHT featuring the movie from Zootopia 2 starting at 7 p.m. in Glandriel Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, gather your family and friends, and enjoy a great night under the stars with your neighbours. It's sure to be a fantastic community event!

COMMUNITY COOK OUT from 3-10 p.m. at 255 Centrum Blvd, thanks to The Heart of Orléans BIA, Solé and Ooh - Music, Arts & Streetwear Festival. The event is free, but you'll need to RSVP at ORLEANSCOOKOUT.eventbrite.ca to reserve your spot.

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It’s been a running joke for as long as the Navan Fair is old that it wouldn’t be a Navan Fair unless at least one day was temporarily interrupted by a massive downpour. And given the record rainfall the area has received so far this summer, including six major thunder-storms during the month of July, the organizers were understandably worried about a possible washout. Instead, this year’s fair went off under relatively dry conditions. Read More

The 2026 municipal election officially gets underway this weekend with contested races in all four east end wards. The deadline to file nomination papers to become a candidate expires this Friday. As of press time, the incumbent councillors in Orléans West-Innes, Orléans South-Navan and Beacon Hill-Cyrville each faced a single challenge, while no fewer than six people have registered to run against Orléans East-Cumberland incumbent Matt Luloff. Read more

 

The Cumberland Panthers Football Club went a perfect 2-0 at the Ontario Summer Football League (OSFL) championships in London on July 24, winning both the U14 and U16 AAA crowns. Read more

As Orléans continues to grow as one of Ottawa’s most diverse and dynamic communities, the need for clear, accurate and culturally sensitive communication has never been greater. Whether for business expansion, professional exchanges or immigration procedures, residents and companies alike increasingly rely on trusted language specialists who understand both global standards and local realities. Read more

The Shenkman Arts Centre is playing host to a number of great shows this month with something to offer everyone including live music, theatre and children’s entertainment. The month kicks off with a performance by Bedouin Soundclash, who bring their unique mix of reggae, ska and rock to the Harold Shenkman Hall on Friday, March 6. Ticket prices range from $20 to $62. Read more