Vanier's biggest block party is coming back. On Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 3:00 to 9:00 PM, Beechwood Avenue closes to traffic and opens up to the whole community for a day of live music, street eats, local art, and family fun. BeechFest is more than an event...
Just under one month before the evening itself, we're thrilled to announce that Partage Beechwood 2026 is officially sold out. All 200 seats at the long table have been claimed by guests who will join us on Wednesday, August 19 at Beechwood Cemetery for a...
Wednesday evenings in Vanier are about to sound very good. We're thrilled to announce the return of Akoustik — the Vanier BIA's award-winning free outdoor summer music series — for its 2026 season, running every Wednesday from July 15 through September 23 at St....
When Akoustik returns to Vanier on July 15, the music won't be the only reason to come out. This year, we're introducing a new perk for concertgoers: the Akoustik Merchant Offers Program. Participating restaurants, cafés, and shops along Beechwood Avenue and...
This 613 Day, Ottawa turns the page on 200 years — so let's pack Vanier's patios. On June 8, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe declared June 13 — 613, our area code — officially Ottawa Day, or 613 Day. It lands squarely in a milestone year: Ottawa's 200th, a citywide celebration...
Tickets for Partage Beechwood 2026 are officially on sale as of today. The Vanier BIA's annual fundraising dinner returns for its 8th edition on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, beneath the trees of Beechwood, the National Cemetery of Canada. This year, we journey to...
We’re excited to share the official nominees for the 2026 Vanier BIA Awards! Each year, the VBIA Awards celebrate the businesses, organizations, and individuals who help make Vanier a vibrant, welcoming, and thriving community. This year’s nominees reflect the...
From sunny sidewalks to music-filled nights, this past summer in Vanier was one to remember. Together, we celebrated community, culture, and connection through a lineup of events that brought our mainstreets to life. It all began with Summer Sun, our family-friendly...
Nine weeks. Eighteen artists. Hundreds of attendees. Zero rainouts. This summer’s Akoustik concert series was a true celebration of community, culture, and creativity. From July through September, Wednesday evenings at St. Charles Market were the place to be—filled...
On Wednesday, August 20, the 7th edition of Partage Beechwood transformed the grounds of Beechwood National Cemetery into an enchanted midsummer night, blending fine dining, music, and community spirit in support of the Partage Vanier Food Bank. This year’s event was...
Thinking of starting a business? Need support getting your new venture off the ground? Invest Ottawa is here to help with a series of free workshops designed to guide you through the essentials of building and running a successful small business. These Small Business...
Vanier’s biggest block party is back! 🎉 BeechFest 2025 is taking over Beechwood Avenue on Saturday, September 6 from 3 to 9 p.m. with live music, food, art, and family-friendly fun from St-Charles to Marier. Each year, this free street festival brings together...