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A Rideau Canal Nautical Heritage Festival 1826-2026
July 18 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Portland Harbour (15B Water Street, Portland ON)
rideaulakes.ca/festival2026
Join us for this free, multi-day public celebration marking the 200 years since the beginning of construction of the Rideau Canal.
The national significance and UNESCO World Heritage designation of the Rideau Canal offers the perfect setting for this uniquely immersive experience that blends heritage interpretation, live demonstrations, water-based activities and community storytelling that highlight the Canal’s role in shaping Canada’s early development.
