Kanata Multicultural Festival

07/28/2026

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07/23/2026

🎉 BIGGER. MORE CULTURES. MORE MUSIC. MORE FOOD. MORE FUN.

The 2026 Kanata Multicultural Dance, Music & Food Festival is back, and for the first time ever, we’re expanding to TWO FULL DAYS!
As part of the Ottawa 200 celebrations, join us for our biggest festival yet as we celebrate the cultures, people, and traditions that make our community so vibrant.

✨ What’s waiting for you?

🎭 30+ live cultural performances from around the world

🎸 Live local bands featuring country, rock, pop & more

💃 A community dance party with our DJ Rasa - everyone’s invited!

🍔🌮 Incredible food from around the world

🛍 40+ local vendors, artisans & community organizations

🎈 Giant inflatables, face painting, crafts, games & family fun all day long

🤝 Meet new people, discover new cultures, and create unforgettable memories

Whether you come for the music, the food, the performances, or the family fun, there’s something for everyone.

📅 Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13, 2026
📍 Tony Graham Park, Kanata

Celebrate Ottawa 200 with us and experience a weekend filled with culture, music, food, friendship, and community.
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Stay all day.

07/18/2026

Volunteers Needed! Join the 2026 Kanata Multicultural Dance, Music & Food Festival!

Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community, meet new people, and be part of one of Kanata’s largest multicultural celebrations?

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us deliver an exciting day of cultural performances, food, music, dance, and family-friendly activities.

Volunteer opportunities include:
✨ Event setup and takedown
✨ Guest welcome and information
✨ Vendor and performer support
✨ Children’s activities
✨ Logistics and event operations
✨ Photography and social media support

Whether you’re a student, newcomer, community member, or simply someone who enjoys making a difference, we would love to have you on our team.

📅 Saturday and Sunday , September 12 & 13, 2026
📍 Tony Graham Recreation Complex, Kanata

Together, let’s celebrate diversity, build connections, and create an unforgettable community experience.

Apply today and be part of something special! - Scan the QR code or use the link in Bio

https://pandsettlement.ca/2026festival/

07/16/2026

Event Postponement Notice
Due to the forecast of inclement weather, including a high risk of severe thunderstorms and heavy rain, and following the City of Ottawa’s recommendation not to proceed with the event, we have made the difficult decision to postpone Saturday’s event.
The safety of our attendees, volunteers, performers, and community is our highest priority.
A new date and time will be announced on our social media channels as soon as they are confirmed.
We would like to sincerely thank everyone for the overwhelming interest, enthusiasm, and support shown for this event. We truly appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you soon under better weather conditions.
Thank you for your continued support, and we’ll see you at the rescheduled event!

07/16/2026

Event Postponement Notice
Due to the forecast of inclement weather, including a high risk of severe thunderstorms and heavy rain, and following the City of Ottawa's recommendation not to proceed with the event, we have made the difficult decision to postpone Saturday's event.
The safety of our attendees, volunteers, performers, and community is our highest priority.
A new date and time will be announced on our social media channels as soon as they are confirmed.
We would like to sincerely thank everyone for the overwhelming interest, enthusiasm, and support shown for this event. We truly appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you soon under better weather conditions.
Thank you for your continued support, and we'll see you at the rescheduled event!

07/09/2026

Limited vendor spaces remaining! Join us for 2 days of culture, music, food, and community on September 12 & 13, and showcase your products and services to thousands of visitors during our Ottawa 200 celebration.

Book your booth today before all spaces are filled!

https://pandsettlement.ca/2026festival/

07/01/2026

Ottawa Dance and Music Festival extends its warmest wishes to all newcomers, immigrants, and community members on the occasion of Canada Day.

Canada Day is an opportunity to celebrate the values that bring us together: cultural diversity, mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, equal opportunity, and active participation in building a better society for everyone.

For many immigrants , this day is more than a national celebration. It is a reminder of a new beginning, a journey shaped by hope, effort, learning, and the pursuit of a brighter future.

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦

07/01/2026

PAND and Ottawa Dance and Music festival organization are proud to support events that celebrate arts, music, and cultural expression in Ottawa.

Join Chamberfest for a powerful and inspiring evening with Mativetsky, Amiri & Pagé, featuring celebrated santur specialist Amir Amiri, tabla performer Shawn Mativetsky, and harpist Sarah Pagé.

This unique trio brings together Persian music, chamber jazz, Hindustani rhythms, santur, tabla, and harp to create a beautiful and unforgettable musical experience.
An evening for everyone who loves culture, creativity, and the powerful connection that music creates between communities.

Sunday, July 26 | 9:30 PM
Great Canadian Theatre Company
1233 Wellington St. W, Ottawa

Let’s come together to support Persian arts and celebrate the beauty of multicultural music in Ottawa.

Tickets:
https://chamberfest.com

06/20/2026

CALL FOR VENDORS – 2026 KANATA MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL 🎉

We’re excited to return to Kanata for the FOURTH consecutive year with one of the region’s most vibrant multicultural celebrations!

Join us on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Tony Graham Park and showcase your products, services, food, crafts, or business to hundreds of visitors in a single day.

This family-friendly and kid-friendly festival brings together diverse communities through culture, music, dance, food, and entertainment, creating a unique opportunity to connect with new customers, increase brand visibility, and grow your business.

Whether you are a local entrepreneur, artisan, food vendor, community organization, or small business, we invite you to be part of this exciting celebration.

✨ Reach hundreds of attendees
✨ Promote your products and services
✨ Connect with families and community members
✨ Be part of a vibrant multicultural marketplace

Vendor spaces are limited.

📲 Scan the QR code on the poster or apply online: (Link in Bio)
https://pandsettlement.ca/2026festival/

Let's celebrate culture, community, and connection together in Kanata!

Join Us at the 2025 Kanata Multicultural Dance, Music & Food Festival! This vibrant event brings together talented performers, artists, local businesses, and community organizations to showcase cultural heritage, creative expression, cuisine, and services from around the world.

06/18/2026

🎭 CALL FOR PERFORMERS – 2026 KANATA MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL 🎶

We are thrilled to bring the Kanata Multicultural Dance, Music & Food Festival back to Kanata for the FOURTH consecutive year!

Do you have a talent to share? Are you part of a dance group, choir, cultural ensemble, music band, martial arts team, or performance group? We want to hear from you!

Join us on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Tony Graham Park and perform in front of hundreds of festival attendees while celebrating the rich cultural diversity that makes our community so special.

We welcome performers of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures.

✨ Share your talent
✨ Showcase your culture and traditions
✨ Connect with the community
✨ Inspire and entertain families from across Ottawa

From traditional performances to contemporary acts, we are looking for a diverse lineup that reflects the spirit of our multicultural community.

📲 Scan the QR code on the poster or apply online: (Link in Bio)

Join Us at the 2025 Kanata Multicultural Dance, Music & Food Festival! This vibrant event brings together talented performers, artists, local businesses, and community organizations to showcase cultural heritage, creative expression, cuisine, and services from around the world.