ByWard Market

The ByWard Market is a vibrant neighbourhood in the heart of downtown Ottawa. There are over 600 businesses and a world-renowned farmer's market.

The ByWard Market district is Ottawa’s historic destination for cuisine, shopping, arts, and entertainment with a world-renowned public market for residents and visitors alike - making it the number one tourist attraction in the National Capital Region. One of Ottawa's premier tourist destinations and an area where locals go to work, shop, dine and play. For information about busking or becoming an outdoor vendor, please call Markets Management at 613-244-4410

09/23/2024

✨ Join us for another edition of Cinq à Sept on September 26th featuring an unforgettable musical experience! 🎶

Immerse yourself in the soulful fusion of hip hop, soul, and new age sounds with Küf Knotz & Christine Elise, a dynamic duo blending vocals and harp.

Plus, enjoy the heartfelt storytelling of Noah Derksen, singer/songwriter, as he takes the stage with his inspired melodies.

📅 Date: Sept 26
🕔 Time: 5-7 PM
📍 Location: George Street Plaza @ 55 ByWard Market Sq.

Get ready for an evening of soulful vibes, beautiful music, and community connection.

Don’t miss out!
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✨ Rejoignez-nous pour une édition spéciale de *Cinq à Sept* le 26 septembre avec une expérience musicale inoubliable ! 🎶

Plongez dans la fusion soul du hip hop, de la soul et des sons new age avec Küf Knotz & Christine Elise, un duo dynamique mêlant voix et harpe.

De plus, appréciez les récits sincères de Noah Derksen, auteur-compositeur-interprète, qui monte sur scène avec ses mélodies d'inspiration folk.

📅 Date : 26 septembre
🕔 Heure : 17-19 H
📍 Lieu : 55 ByWard Market Sq.

Préparez-vous à une soirée d'émotions fortes, de musique magnifique et de connexion avec la communauté. Ne manquez pas cet événement !

09/22/2024

Share a bite with your neighbours! On the final Tuesday of every month, students from Chef Ric's Food Service Training Program, serve snacks to the community outside the Heritage Hall. 🧑‍🍳

🗓️: Tuesday, September 24th
⏰: 12 PM - 1 PM
📍: George Street Plaza

Enjoy a small portion of food made with love, for free! 🥕
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Le dernier mardi de chaque mois, les étudiants en cuisine du programme de formation en restauration de Chef Ric's, servent des collations à la communauté à l'extérieur du bâtiment historique du marché By. 🧑‍🍳

🗓️ : mardi 24 septembre
⏰ : 12 h à 13 h
📍 : Place de la rue George au 55, ByWard Market Sq.

Cet événement est gratuit et ouvert à tous ! 🥕

09/21/2024

Fall mums, apples, pears, squash, corn and gourds of all shapes, sizes and colours are available at the ByWard Public Market!

Pick the perfect pumpkin any day at Serge Cléroux’s produce stand, open 7 days a week until October 31st. 🎃
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Des chrysanthèmes d'automne, des pommes, des poires, du maïs et des courges de toutes les formes, tailles et couleurs sont disponibles au marché public By !

Cueillez la citrouille parfaite n'importe quand au kiosque de Serge Cléroux, ouvert 7 jours sur 7 jusqu'au 31 octobre. 🎃

09/20/2024

Celebrate the bounty of the season at the Harvest Market on October 13th! 🎃🍂

Enjoy a festive atmosphere with ripe produce, a delicious corn roast, and an array of autumn-inspired treats. Capture unforgettable memories at one of the harvest displays around the Heritage Hall complete with hay, corn stalks, huge pumpkins and a 13-foot skeleton! 🌽💀

🗓️: Sunday, October 13th
⏰: 10 AM - 5 PM
📍: 55 ByWard Market Sq.
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Célébrez l'abondance de la saison au marché des récoltes le 13 octobre ! 🎃🍂

Profitez d'une atmosphère festive avec des produits mûrs, une délicieuse épluchette de maïs et un éventail de friandises inspirées de l'automne. Capturez des souvenirs inoubliables à l'une des expositions de récolte autour du bâtiment historique du marché By, complètent avec du foin, des tiges de maïs, d'énormes citrouilles et un squelette de 13 pieds ! 🌽💀

🗓️ : dimanche 13 octobre
⏰ : 10h - 17h
📍 : 55, ByWard Market Sq.

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/20/2024

The ByWard Market is calling your name this weekend! Get ready to bask in the sunshine and enjoy Ottawa’s historic centre. 🌞 From comedy shows to tea workshops, there’s something for everyone here. See you soon!

Don’t miss out on the fun, check out these events:

🪩 Neon Disco at

🖼️ ARTWALK 2024 By

🍌 The Banana Bar Crawl

🧋KungFu Tea Meets Bubble Tea: Hands-on Workshop at .chadynasty

😂Comedy Slow Jam at

🛹 Block Party at

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/20/2024

Le marché By vous appelle ce week-end ! Préparez-vous à profiter du soleil et du centre historique d’Ottawa. 🌞 Des spectacles d’humour aux ateliers de thé, il y en a pour tous les goûts. À bientôt !

Ne manquez pas de vous amuser, consultez ces événements :

🪩 Neon Disco à

🖼️ PROMENADE DES ARTS 2024 par

🍌La tournée des bars

🧋Le KungFu Tea rencontre le Bubble Tea : Atelier pratique
Comédie Slow Jam à .chadynasty

🛹 Fête de quartier à

09/19/2024

Are you an entrepreneur selling food, art, jewellery, clothing, services & more?
We still have some spaces available!!
Share your passion with us and be part of this amazing event!
Contact us at : [email protected]

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Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/18/2024

🎶 Exciting update for this week’s Cinq à Sept Concert series🎶

We’ve had a change in our lineup, and we’re thrilled to announce that Dallas Alexander will be taking the stage at 5 PM this Thursday! 🎸✨

Join us from 5-7 PM to enjoy Dallas Alexander’s incredible performance, followed by Chase at 6:10 PM on George St. Plaza. It’s going to be an evening filled with amazing music and great vibes.

See you there!
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🎶 Mise à jour excitante pour la série de concerts Cinq à Sept de cette semaine!🎶

Nous avons eu un changement dans notre programmation, et nous sommes ravis d'annoncer que Dallas Alexander montera sur scène à 17 heures ce jeudi ! 🎸✨

Rejoignez-nous de 17h à 19h pour profiter de l'incroyable performance de Dallas Alexander, suivie de Chase à 18h10. Ce sera une soirée remplie de musique incroyable et d'excellentes vibrations.

Au plaisir de vous y voir !

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Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/18/2024

Three incredible Ottawa organizations are joining forces to present an unforgettable outdoor gallery crawl—Artwalk 2024—hosted by the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa Art Gallery, and ByWard Market District Authority.

Kick off the event on the steps of the National Gallery beside Louise Bourgeois’ iconic bronze spider, Maman 🕷️, with journalist Lucy van Oldenbarneveld interviewing Indigenous artist and Sobey Award nominee Nico Williams.

Following the interview, enjoy a walking tour of independent galleries in the ByWard Market, ending with a reception and tour at the Ottawa Art Gallery.

📅 Date: September 21, 2024
⏰ Time: 2 PM to 6 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25

All proceeds go to the Ottawa Mission’s meal program, offering hope, dignity, and brighter futures for those in need.

Don’t miss out on this inspiring event—art, conversation, and community coming together for a great cause!

Buy your tickets here: http://bit.ly/4d81BML
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Trois organisations incroyables d'Ottawa unissent leurs forces pour présenter une promenade inoubliable en plein air dans les galeries - Artwalk 2024 - organisée par le Musée des beaux-arts du Canada, la Galerie d'art d'Ottawa et l'Administration du district du marché By.

Lancez l'événement sur les marches du Musée des beaux-arts, à côté de l'araignée de bronze emblématique de Louise Bourgeois, Maman 🕷️, avec la journaliste Lucy van Oldenbarneveld qui interviewe l'artiste autochtone Nico Williams, candidat au prix Sobey.

Après l'entrevue, profitez d'une visite à pied des galeries indépendantes du marché By, qui se terminera par une réception et une visite à la Galerie d'art d'Ottawa.

📅 Date : 21 septembre 2024
⏰ Heure : de 14 h à 18 h
🎟️ Billets: $25

Tous les profits sont versés au programme de repas de la Mission d'Ottawa, qui offre de l'espoir, de la dignité et un avenir meilleur aux personnes dans le besoin.

Ne manquez pas cet événement inspirant - l'art, la conversation et la communauté se réunissent pour une grande cause !

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/17/2024

🎉 Introducing our newest STACKTx Storefront Grant winner, Cha Dynasty! 🍵

Get ready to experience the art of tea drinking as they bring a taste of China’s rich tea culture to our space. Join us in welcoming them for their month-long residency starting today!
 
📍60 ByWard Market Sq

Apply now for a chance to win the next STACKTˣ storefront grant in Ottawa!
 
🔗 Link in our bio
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🎉 Voici notre nouveau gagnant de la bourse STACKTx Storefront, Cha Dynasty ! 🍵

Préparez-vous à faire l’expérience de l’art de boire du thé alors qu’ils apportent un goût de la riche culture du thé de la Chine à notre espace. Rejoignez-nous pour les accueillir pour leur résidence d’un mois à partir d’aujourd’hui !

📍60, ByWard Market Sq  

Faites une demande maintenant pour courir la chance de gagner la prochaine subvention STACKTˣ pour la devanture de magasin à Ottawa !  

🔗 Lien dans notre bio.    

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/16/2024

🎶✨ Join us for another night of live music at our Cinq à Sept Concert Series! This week, we’re bringing you two incredible artists:

🎤 Kassidy - Soul/Pop at 5 PM
🎸 Chase - Indie-Rock/Singer-Songwriter at 6:10 PM

Enjoy the perfect blend of smooth soul and indie vibes in the ByWard Market. Come relax, sip on something refreshing, and soak up the sounds of local talent in the heart of Ottawa!

📅 Date: September 19
⏰ Time: 5 PM to 7 PM
📍 Location: 55 ByWard Market Square

Don’t miss out on this weekly evening of great music, great vibes, and good company!
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🎶✨ Rejoignez-nous pour une nouvelle soirée de musique live dans le cadre de notre série de concerts Cinq à Sept ! Cette semaine, nous vous présentons deux artistes incroyables :

🎤 Kassidy - Soul/Pop à 17h
🎸 Chase - Indie-Rock/Auteur-compositeur-interprète à 18h10

Profitez d'un mélange parfait de soul et d'indie vibes au marché By. Venez vous détendre, siroter un rafraîchissement et vous imprégner des sons des talents locaux au cœur d'Ottawa !

📅 Date : 19 septembre
⏰ Heure : de 17 h à 19 h
📍 Location : 55 ByWard Market Sq.

Ne manquez pas cette soirée hebdomadaire de bonne musique, de bonnes vibrations et de bonne compagnie !

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/15/2024

🐾 Attention Ottawa pet lovers! ByWard Barket is roaring back for its 9th year and we’re wagging with excitement! 🎉

🗺️ Plan your ByWard Barket stops by using the map and activities schedule on the ByWard Market website, just click the link below. 🔗

Treat your furry best friends to the ultimate market experience, featuring everything from delicious treats to stylish apparel and so much more! 🐩

Today’s event features 30 pet-friendly businesses, including patios, where attendees can bring their dogs along for the festivities. In addition, businesses will be offering special promotions or hosting “Barket” events, including the newly opened Rideau Pet Valu, official sponsor of ByWard Barket 2024.🐾

📅 TODAY
⏰ : 10 AM - 5 PM
📌 : ByWard Market

Don’t miss out on this pawsitively amazing event celebrating all things pets in the heart of ByWard Market! 🐕

https://www.byward-market.com/bmda-blog/byward-barket

ByWard Barket — ByWard Market District Authority | BMDA | Ottawa, ON Canada 09/14/2024

Calling all dog lovers! 🐩This is your friendly reminder to plan your Byward Barket stops by using the map and activities schedule on our website.

See you tomorrow! 🐾

ByWard Barket — ByWard Market District Authority | BMDA | Ottawa, ON Canada The ByWard Market District Authority (BMDA) is excited to announce the 9th annual ByWard Barket , a dog-friendly celebration featuring activities, entertainment, and local vendors, with a portion of the proceeds of BMDA vendor fees and 100% of claw machine tokens purchased at Pub 101 will be do

09/14/2024

🐕ONE MORE SLEEP UNTIL Byward Barket !
Here is the map of activities and PAWticipating ByWard Market businesses. 🦴

Tons of dog-friendly patios for you and your pup to take in the sunshine tomorrow! ☀️Look for yellow ballons distinguishing the PAWticipating businesses and vendors.

See you tomorrow!

1.The Lot
2.Quichua
3.Ottawa School of Art
4.Ember
5.Lowertown Brewery
6.Pub 101
7. Tucker's Marketplace - Byward Market
8. The Cupcake Lounge Inc.
9. El Camino Byward Market
10. Heart & Crown - ByWard Market
11. Play Food and Wine
12. Buvette Daphnée
13. Jtmrestobar
14. Sammi Soup Dumplings
15. SOCIAL Restaurant & Lounge
16. The Aulde Dubliner & Pour House
17. Milk Shop
18. Starling Restaurant and Bar
9. Metropolitain Brasserie
20. Planet Coffee
21. Zak's Diner
22. Stunning Fashion Accessories - Byward Market, Ottawa, Ontario
23. The Grand
24. Fairmont Château Laurier
25. Tickled Pink Ottawa
26. Saslove's Meat Market - Byward Market location
27. The King Eddy
28. Chateau Lafayette - The Laff
29. Frou Frou by Pat
30. Adorit Boutique

09/14/2024

Ahhh! Come on!!
All these kids needing a furever home!

I have a Great feeling that will be inundated with applications from potential hoomans.

Meet all of us in the September 15 .2024 as we celebrate and shop ,eat ,drink ,sip purchase everything local.
This 9th annual Byward Barket dog event has chosen . Thank you as well to the non stop support from !!


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Sit With Me
Tito's Handmade Vodka
ByWard Barket | Marchien By
ByWard Market

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/13/2024

🐾 The 9th annual dog extravaganza is just around the corner! ByWard Barket is on September 15th from 10 AM to 5 PM at outdoor venues and participating businesses in the ByWard Market. 🛍️

ByWard Barket promises an exciting lineup of activities that cater to dog lovers of all ages! Don’t miss out on these paws-itively purr-fect activities! 🦴

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/13/2024

🐾 La 9e édition de l’extravagance canine annuelle est à nos portes ! Marchien By aura lieu le 15 septembre de 10 h à 17 h sur des sites en plein air et dans les entreprises PATTE-icipantes du marché By. 🛍️

Marchien By promet une série d’activités passionnantes qui s’adressent aux amoureux des chiens de tous âges ! Ne manquez pas ces activités ! 🦴

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/12/2024

Get ready for the most stylish and adorable event of the year - ByWard Barket | Marchien By is back on September 15th! 🐾 Don’t miss the doggy fashion contest at 1:00 pm at The Lot (beside Ember).

The most fashionable humans will be hosting and judging! Our fashion show host is Stefan O. Keyes, accompanied by our fashion-forward panel of judges:

🐩Mandy Gosewich (Stunning Fashion Accessories - Byward Market, Ottawa, Ontario);
🦮Angie Sakla Seymour (Angie's AMTI);
🐕‍🦺Sue Macleod (Ottawa Venues);
🐕and Councillor Stéphanie Plante - Rideau Vanier .

🗓️: Sunday, Sept.15th
⏰ : 1:00 pm
📍: 102 Clarence St

You and your furry friend could win some amazing prizes! 🎊🎉

🥇1st place: Score a luxurious 1-night stay at the Fairmont Château Laurier for you and your pup

🥈2nd place: Take home a fantastic gift basket filled with Tito's Handmade Vodka products and dog lovers gifts

And that’s not all - with prizes for 3rd, 4th, and even 5th place too! 🦴

To register your pooch in this fabulous event, head to The Lot under the info tent (just look out for those yellow balloons) from noon. Dog costumes will be judged by a panel of experts.

Don’t miss out on all the fun - see you there! 🐶💃

09/12/2024

Inaugurez l’édition 2024 de la Promenade des arts d’Ottawa par une conversation fascinante avec Nico Williams, finaliste du Sobey Art Award / Prix Sobey pour les arts, dans l’amphithéâtre extérieur du Musée, le décor parfait pour lancer un après-midi de découverte de la scène artistique riche et dynamique du ByWard Market.

La promenade se terminera par une réception à la Ottawa Art Gallery - Galerie d'art d'Ottawa, où les personnes présentes pourront également découvrir les expositions à l’affiche.
🎟️: https://www.beaux-arts.ca/a-laffiche/calendrier/promenade-des-arts-dottawa-2024

Photos from Heart & Crown - ByWard Market's post 09/12/2024
09/12/2024

This week we’re bringing the magic of Nigerian pastries to our pop up shop at the ByWard Market!

From Sep 11 to Sep 15 stop by to taste some of the delicious pastries like bread, meatpie, puff puff, egg rolls, chickenpie and donuts from Delory Plus Foods!

Presented by RBC and supported by Meridian Credit Union

Photos from ByWard Market's post 09/12/2024

Did you know that the ByWard Market is home to the oldest public market in Ottawa? Small business owners gather around the Market Hall, turning the area into a bustling outdoor market metropolis.

Featured here:
1 📷 : .chadynasty at
2 📷: Saint Lyon at stackt
3 📷 : Ragged Ts
4 📷 : Chrispa
5 📷 : LBA Floral

Come visit us and meet the amazing small business operators behind this historic market, open daily! 🎪
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Saviez-vous que le marché By abrite le plus ancien marché public d’Ottawa ? Les propriétaires de petites entreprises se rassemblent autour de la halle du marché, transformant le quartier en une métropole animée de marchés en plein air.

Présenté ici :
1 📷 : .chadynasty au
2 📷: Saint Lyon au stackt
3 📷 : Ragged Ts
4 📷 : Chrispa
5 📷 : LBA Floral

Venez nous rendre visite et rencontrer les étonnantes petites entreprises derrière ce marché historique, ouvert tous les jours ! 🎪

Photos from Sit With Me's post 09/11/2024
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