Shawarma Fest 2026

Presented by Giza Entertainment, in collaboration with Ottawa Tourism and the ByWard Market, Shawarma Fest takes over York Street on June 7, 2026 — as we attempt to break the world record for the longest shawarma sandwich in the world 🌯🏆 while celebrating Ottawa 200 🎉

📅 Date: June 7, 2026

⏰ Time: 11 AM – 7 PM

📍 Location: York Street, Ottawa

Ottawa’s top shawarma restaurants are coming together for an epic showdown to claim the title of Best Shawarma in the City, serving their most mouthwatering creations all day long.

🎶 Entertainment:

Live DJs, cultural performances, and non-stop vibes bringing the energy from start to finish.

This isn’t just a festival… it’s a moment that puts Ottawa on the world map.

Be there. Be part of history 🔥

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

York Street, York Street, Ottawa, Canada

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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