Free event – Everyone is welcome!
Get ready for the second edition of Desi Dhamaka: A Celebration of South Asian Arts and Culture!
After a vibrant and successful first edition, Desi Dhamaka returns with an even bigger celebration of South Asian creativity and community. Enjoy beautiful performances on stage featuring dance and music, experience the colours and energy of South Asian culture, and explore a lively community market showcasing crafts, jewelry, design, and more.
Bring your friends and family and join us for an afternoon of art, culture, and connection.
This event is proudly presented in partnership with Aroha Fine Arts and Radio Huns.
Information may change. If you spot anything outdated or incorrect, let us know.
I run 613today on my own and I'm not affiliated with this event or its organizer. Event info may not be perfectly up to date. Please double-check with the official website before heading out, or contact the organizer directly for any questions about the event. 613today doesn't sell tickets or process payments — always buy through the organizer's official channels and verify before paying. I'm not responsible for transactions with event organizers. If you spot anything wrong on this page, let me know.
Event Details
National Arts Centre
Canada's bilingual, multi-disciplinary home for the performing arts, featuring four performance venues, the NAC Orchestra, and the 1 Elgin restaurant with Rideau Canal views. A National Historic Site with Brutalist architecture and a striking 2017 glass addition by Diamond Schmitt Architects.
Upcoming Events
musicJun 23Toddler Tuesdays
National Arts Centre — Peter A. Herrndorf Place
Singing, dancing, games, story time and more! Toddler Tuesdays are the perfect morning activity for children aged 18 months - 5 years and the parents/caregivers who love them! Join instructor Jesse...
musicJun 28Capital Sessions
National Arts Centre — Peter A. Herrndorf Place
Capital Sessions and the NAC are bringing you a series of FREE community house dance workshops. It's family and beginner-friendly. The DJ plays deep soulful house music from 1:30 to 3:30 pm and the...
musicJun 252026 Capital Music Awards Nominee: Jukebox Lunch Concerts
National Arts Centre — Peter A. Herrndorf Place
Who's hitting the stage? Get ready for a Jukebox performance featuring a 2026 Capital Music Awards nominee, to be revealed soon. Join us for a lunchtime concert celebrating some of the region's mos...
musicJul 11OK Naledi: The Feeling of Free
National Arts Centre — Along the Rideau Canal
OK Naledi is a high-energy, Afro-Fusion music group based in Ottawa. Rooted in Motswana heritage, OK Naledi weaves raw emotion and vibrant sounds into stories of heartbreak, love, queerness, family...
musicAug 24ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop: with Mary Ellen MacLean
National Arts Centre — Fourth Stage
Welcome to Elder Queer (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling with Mary Ellen MacLean This workshop offers an opportunity to gather, deepen your community connections, and create stories with the support of eac...
musicDec 20Choir! Choir! Choir!: Un-Silent Night
National Arts Centre — Southam Hall
“Why see a show when you can BE the show!” Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts o...
Want to add your event to 613today? It’s free!
Contact Us→