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Free OC Transpo to and from the event 3 hours before and after the event Friday and Saturday. You must show a valid festival ticket.
General Admission festival passes will be available for purchase online and available onsite at the City of OM box office in the Aberdeen Pavilion on festival day.
Day Pass: $75 / $80 Includes:
Friday, May 31st classes starting at 4PM in Aberdeen Pavilion
Access to all Saturday, June 1st classes, workshops and events. (* 5k run not included, additional ticket required)
VIP Presence Pass: $165 / $175 Includes:
Friday, May 31st classes starting at 4PM in Aberdeen Pavilion
Access to all Saturday, June 1st classes, workshops and events. (* 5k run not included, additional ticket required) VIP Gift Bag → An exclusive gift bag filled with goodies from all our sponsors → 1x signature OM mala bead bracelet → Access to the 5k Fun Run → Professional photo in front of the OM flower wall 🌸 → 1 week early access to sign up for classes → OM Studio Passport
5K Fun Run Only: $20 / $10 (with City of Om Ticket)
Meeting location: Basketball Court
Run along the Canal and across the Flora Footbridge
4. Children Under 12: Free!
* Only 140 tickets available for the VIP Presence Pass. All tickets are final sale. No refunds/exchanges. * Service fees and taxes extra
Day Pass: $75 / $80 Includes:
Friday, May 31st class in the Aberdeen Pavilion at 7:30PM - Ritual with life DJ
Access to all Saturday, June 1st classes, workshops and events. (* 5k run not included, additional ticket required)
VIP Presence Pass: $165 / $175 Includes:
Friday, May 31st class at 7:30PM in Aberdeen Pavilion - Live DJ Ritual with Amber Stratton and Ashley Shewchuk
Access to all Saturday, June 1st classes, workshops and events. (* 5k run not included, additional ticket required)
VIP Gift Bag → An exclusive gift bag filled with goodies from all our sponsors → 1x signature OM mala bead bracelet → Access to the 5k Fun Run → Professional photo in front of the OM flower wall 🌸 → 1 week early access to sign up for classes → OM Studio Passport
Hate waking up early? Don’t sweat it! Our early-bird wristband pick up will be open at City of Om box office on Friday May 31st from 3PM until 6PM. Wristbands must be put on during pickup. You can also pick up your bracelet anytime throughout the day on Saturday, June 1st.
Please bring your ticket to the Aberdeen Pavilion to exchange for your wristband and to pick up your VIP Bag (with VIP ticket).
Wristbands can be picked inside the Aberdeen on Friday, May 31st between at 4PM and 6PM or on Saturday, June 1st on the day of the festival starting at 7:00AM. The Karma Yogis will be at the entrances checking wristbands and helping protect your karma, so please make sure you purchase a ticket if you want to participate in the classes!
Classes will begin at 7:30AM on Saturday, June 1st and run until 7PM. There will be classes starting at all different times so you can pick and chose your practice and downtime!
On Friday, May 31st get head-start into a weekend of yoga and wellness, with a 60 minute Ritual class with a DJ Ottawa and complimentary Dominion City Seltzer.
The 5km run will being at 8AM.
Wear weather-appropriate comfortable clothing that allows you to move is best. Don’t forget to rock your own unique style!
Bring as little as possible to the event to keep things simple! Here are the essentials:
Yoga Mat*
Sunscreen
Cash/Credit/Debit
Your favourite humans
A cell phone is a great way to take photos and stay in touch with friends during the festival, however we ask that you please turn your phone off or on silent during yoga classes and workshops. Be present for your practice and mindful of others!
*A limited amount of yoga mats and reusable water bottles available for purchase onsite.
We are no strangers to unpredictable climates; the festival is RAIN OR SHINE! In the event of severe inclement weather, the outdoor yoga classes will be relocated to indoor venues onsite.
Yoga and wellness is for EVERYBODY! City of Om has something for everyone. From expert to curious, newbies to experienced yogis alike! Listen to your body, go at your own pace and have fun!
City of Om 2023 is an accessible event that offers services to make the event more accessible to all attendees. Your ticket allows you to ride OC Transpo for free and Para-Transpo drop off is available. There is no parking onsite during the festival. The accessibility drop-off location is along Exhibition Way near the South West corner of the Aberdeen Pavilion. Festival terrain is largely flat, with paved pathways, and there are accessible washrooms onsite. Patrons with a disability who require an attendant are welcome to bring one attendant to the festival at no extra cost; please visit the ticket booth upon arrival.
* Please note that the festival does not provide wheelchairs for patron use at the festival.
The Artisan & Vendor Village and Lil' Omies Kids Zone is open to the public. A festival ticket is required to participate in the classes on the Great Lawn, inside the Horticulture Building, Aberdeen Pavilion, Speakers Series, North Tent and inside TD Place.
Volunteer Applications open on April 14th, 2024. As a valued volunteer, your commitment and dedication play a crucial role in the success of our event. We kindly request that you make yourself available for a 5-hour shift between Friday, May 31st, and Saturday, June 1st. In appreciation of your contribution, we are delighted to offer you an exclusive OM branded volunteer t-shirt or tank top and a general admission pass to the festival and 1x meal during the day.
The 5k Fun Run includes:
· A well-marked route along the picturesque Rideau Canal;
· A cheer squad to encourage you along the way;
· Bag check at Aberdeen Pavilion;
· A treat from Pure Kitchen at the finish line.
The 5k Fun Run is open to everyone! Runners can bring their pets and children in strollers along with them on the run. Pets must be on-leash and under control at all times during the run.
More info on that here.