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CTV News
27 minutes ago
- CTV News
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: July 18-20
looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend. Ottawa Bluesfest It's the final weekend of Ottawa Bluesfest at LeBreton Flats. Here is the look at the headliners for the final three days of the festival: Friday: Green Day, The Linda Lindas, Dwayne Gretzky and Los Bitchos Saturday: Papa Roach, Daughtry, Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram and JW Jones Sunday: Kaytranada, BadBadNotGood, Tim Baker and Darren Kiely Bluesfest runs until Sunday. For tickets, visit Atletico Ottawa Atletico Ottawa hosts the Halifax Wanderers on Friday night at TD Place. Game time is 7 p.m. For tickets, visit Ottawa Redblacks The Ottawa Redblacks host the Hamilton Tiger Cats Sunday night at TD Place. Game time is 7 p.m. For tickets, visit Ottawa Lebanese Festival Celebrate the very best in Middle Eastern cuisine this weekend at the Ottawa Lebanese Festival. The festival celebrates the diversity of the Ottawa-Lebanese community with food, Middle Eastern entertainment and heritage. The festival runs until Sunday at the St. Elias Cathedral. Thai Festival Ottawa Taste, shop and celebrate Thai culture on Saturday at Lansdowne. The Thai Festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit Ottawa ChamberFest It's the opening weekend for Ottawa Chamberfest. World-renowned artists take the stage during 10 days of chamber music at venues across Ottawa. This weekend's lineup includes: Friday: Montreal Horn Stars at the Great Canadian Theatre Company Saturday: Gryphon Trio, Music that Made the Movies with pianist Jenna Richards, Julie Nasrallah and Bytown Sea Shanty Collective Sunday: Canadian Guitar Quartet: Music of the Americans, Vincent Ho at 50, and the National Youth Orchestra of Canada For tickets and information, visit Festival Parasol Don't miss the Festival Parasol on Friday and Saturday at the Hotel-Casino du Lac Leamy in Gatineau. Friday is the Parasol Beach Party featuring Tropical Disco DJs and Paul LeBlanc on the main stage, while Saturday features the Piknic Electronik. For more information, visit Shenkman Arts Centre Here is a look at what's happening at the Shenkman Arts Centre this weekend. Saturday: Fetch Local Market Always a Bridesmaid The Ottawa Little Theatre presents the farcical comedy 'Always a Bridesmaid.' See the production by Jones Hope Wooten until Aug. 2. For tickets, visit NCC bike days National Capital Commission's weekend bikedays continue all weekend. The NCC will close the parkways and Queen Elizabeth Driveway to vehicles for active use. Here is a look at what's open for cyclists, runners, walkers and other active use: Kichi Zībī Mīkan (Vimy Place to Carling Avenue): 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway (Aviation Parkway to St. Joseph Boulevard): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Queen Elizabeth Driveway (Somerset Avenue to Fifth Avenue: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Touch a Truck Get up close and personal with industry vehicles and equipment on Saturday at the Nepean Sportsplex. The Touch-a-Truck event allows people to learn about different types of vehicles used in the landscaping industry. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. FanaticCon FanaticCon Ottawa is Sunday. It's the ultimate day for all pop culture enthusiasts, with vintage toys, comics, retro games, unique art and more. The event is at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre on Coventry Road. 613flea 613flea returns to Lansdowne on Saturday. Check out 150 vendors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Lansdowne Farmers Market The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday. Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Main Street Farmers Market The Main Street Farmers Market is open for the season. The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grande Allee Park. Carp Farmers Market The Carp Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Metcalfe Farmers Market The Metcalfe Farmers Market has kicked off a new season. The market is every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds. Westboro Farmers' Market The Westboro Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market is located in Byron Linear Park. Barrhaven Farmers Market The Barrhaven Farmers' Market is every Sunday at the Nepean Woods Park and Ride. The market is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Original Navan Market The Original Navan Market is Sunday on Navan Road. Check out vendors selling produce, breads, cheese, honey, jams, jellies, jewelers, soapers, crafters and more. Museums Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario: Parliament of Canada Tours Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block. For tickets and tour times, visit Parliament: The Immersive Experience Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this innovative experience. Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019. The self-guided tour is 45 minutes. Tickets are available at no cost at visit Stewart Park Festival Downtown Perth comes alive this weekend for the annual Stewart Park Festival. The three-day festival includes music, a marketplace, a kids area and other activities. Musical performances include Blackburn Brothers, Lloyd Spiegel, Great Lake Swimmers, Joel Plaskett, Night Sun and Buffalo Rose. For more information, visit Little League U13 Canadian Championships The best under 13 little league baseball teams are in Kingston until Wednesday. The Little League U13 Canadian Championships will take place at Cricket Field. Cornwall Pride Parade and Festival It's the 10th year of the Cornwall Pride Parade and Festival. The parade departs the Cornwall Aquatic Centre at 11 a.m. on Saturday and ends in Lamoureux Park. The festival features 50 vendors, bouncy castles, a BBQ and live entertainment. The event is free. Brockville Ontario Speedway Saturday night is race night at the Brockville Ontario Speedway. Racing starts at 7 p.m. Cornwall Motor Speedway Sunday is race night at the Cornwall Motor Speedway Enjoy racing around the quarter-mile dirt track, with the first race at 6 p.m.
CBC
28 minutes ago
- CBC
2025 Hamilton Fringe Festival biggest in years and sure to 'spark joy,' says executive director
This year's Fringe Festival in Hamilton is "the biggest festival that we've had since the pandemic," said its executive director, Christopher Stanton. Stanton said there are over 400 performances happening in the city's downtown core over the next week. Many shows will be on more than once over the course of the 12-day festival, which started on Wednesday evening. Stanton said 2025 is a banner year for the festival, as it received over 200 applicants for 28 "main series" spots. "There's no sort of artistic director choosing what gets to go on the stages," he said. "It's either by a random draw or it is first come, first serve, so all of those folks that got in, they were chosen randomly." Stanton said this model gives new artists the same chance to get into the festival as those with more experience. "It really does level the playing field," he said. "It gives everybody a chance to have their voice heard and platformed." The festival has 18 indoor and outdoor stages around the city and an "insane diversity of shows," including magic and comedy shows, puppets, dances and musicals. "I guarantee something is gonna spark joy for you," said Stanton. The festival has transformed King William Street, part of which is now closed until mid-September, into a "vibrant, pedestrian-friendly hub filled with music, dance, drag, film, painting, and performance," noted the Hamilton Fringe website. "It's the living, beating heart of the festival—and the place to celebrate the weird, wild, and wonderful Hamilton Fringe community!" Programming on the street is free. Some shows and events include: Limb Loss, Love, a comedy show about the life and intersections of a disabled, mixed race and Jewish person. Fringe on the Streets – Outdoor Walking Tour, a free outdoor performance where attendees will "experience a wild and wonderful version of the city through live art." Brown Noise, a comedy play exploring different sides of the South Asian-Canadian experience. 3 Hours, 10 Minutes, a two-person drama play. A Very Queer Easter Pageant, a "drag-infused" comedy and "dramatization of the Bible's Easter story." Mind the Gaps, a performance from queer and disabled artist Nathan Lise exploring true stories from his life. Ugly Privilege, a stand-up comedy set with Vancouver comedian Jessica Pigeau. Hope in Hot Times, a "clown-inspired" physical comedy show. The Fruits that Rot in our Bellies, an "afro-surrealist ghost story" about a "young non-binary person coming face to face with the spirit realm." 500 Doubloons, a play about people's theories on a real story about a pirate who paid what is now worth $400,000 for a woman to take off her clothes. Visiting my Mother and Other Repetition Compulsions, a drama about "the complicated ways families love but not always like each other," according to its playwright, Patrick Michael Teed. Katherine Teed-Arthur, who is part od 500 Doubloons, said she's been to Fringe before and this year "feels special." "It feels like there's a real joy and exuberance and excitement for the Fringe this year that has been feeling like we were cautious in years prior, and now we've really come back into it and are able to embrace it without as much trepidation," Teed-Arthur said.
National Post
5 hours ago
- National Post
Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' cancelled by CBS, ends May 2026
Stephen Colbert arrives at a screening of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, during PaleyFest, April 21, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Photo by Richard Shotwell / AP CBS is axing The Late Show With Stephen Colbert in May 2026, the host told an audience at a taping Thursday. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS Enjoy the latest local, national and international news. Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events. Unlimited online access to National Post. National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE ARTICLES Enjoy the latest local, national and international news. Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events. Unlimited online access to National Post. National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors The announcement came three days after Colbert spoke out against Paramount Global, parent company of CBS, settling with U.S. President Donald Trump over a 60 Minutes story. Colbert told the audience that he had learned the night before that 'Next year will be our last season. The network will be ending the Late Show in May.' The audience responded with boos and groans and Colbert said, 'Yeah, I share your feelings.' Get a dash of perspective along with the trending news of the day in a very readable format. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again In his monologue on Monday night, he said he was 'offended' by the US$16-million settlement reached by Paramount, whose pending sale to Skydance Media needs the Trump administration's approval. 'I don't know if anything — anything — will repair my trust in this company,' Colbert said. 'But, just taking a stab at it, I'd say $16 million would help.' He said the technical name in legal circles for the deal was 'big fat bribe.' Paramount and CBS executives said in a statement the cancellation 'is purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night. It is not related in any way to the show's performance, content or other matters happening at Paramount.' The most recent ratings from Nielsen show Colbert as winning his timeslot, with about 2.417 million viewers across 41 new episodes. It also said his late night show was the only one to gain viewers so far this year. And this week, The Late Show was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for outstanding talk show for the sixth time. It also won a Peabody Award in 2021. Critics of the settlement that ended Trump's lawsuit over the 60 Minutes editing of its interview last fall with Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris suggested it was primarily to clear a hurdle to the Skydance sale. Colbert followed The Daily Show host Jon Stewart's attack of the Trump settlement a week earlier. Stewart works for Comedy Central, also owned by Paramount. Colbert took over The Late Show in 2015, after becoming a big name in comedy and news satire working with Stewart on The Daily Show and hosting his own Comedy Central show, The Colbert Report. He succeeded David Letterman, who began the show in 1993. Colbert's 10th anniversary as host is in September. The show has gone in a more political direction since he took it over. Alongside musicians and movie stars, Colbert often welcomes politicians to his couch.
