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Find out what’s happening in Canada’s capital up to a year in advance by searching our online Event Calendar. Enter a specific date range, keywords or location, or simply browse to find festivals, museum exhibitions, professional sports events and much more.
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613flea
The not-for-profit 613flea is a humongous once a month marketplace held in the historic Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa.
Star Wars: A New Hope - In Concert
Join the FILMharmonic Orchestra on a journey to a galaxy far, far away and experience a live-to-projection performance of one of the most iconic films…
A Very Retro Christmas!
Hop in a retro Christmas party at Nepean Museum! Enjoy crafts, storytelling, scavenger hunt and vintage toys inspired by the 1970s, 80s and 90s. Don't…
Beyond the Pale Birthday Bash
Join the Taproom and Orange Art Gallery party, where you can enjoy a night filled with continuous fun, live music, DJ performances, and a silent disco…
Ottawa Senators
Take in the electric atmosphere of an NHL game in Canada’s capital and watch pro hockey players compete in the national winter sport.
Stittsville Parade of Lights
A community favourite, drawing thousands of spectators along Stittsville Main Street parade route as dozens of beautifully decorated community floats…
GamerCon
Geeked Out is excited to bring GAMER CON back and this time to the Nepean Sportsplex in Halls A&B. Gamer Con is a convention dedicated to everything…
Paskong Pinoy sa Ottawa - Filipino Christmas in Ottawa
The Philippine Centre Canada (PCC) and the Philippine Embassy in Canada, in partnership with the National Arts Centre, invite you to join us for a…
Ottawa Santa Shuffle
A 5km Fun Run and 1km Elf Walk for all ages and skill levels in proud partnership with the Running Room. Participants are encouraged to wear their…
Snow Day Shop
Discover and support local artists and their handcrafted merchandise at the annual winter art market extravaganza! Explore an impressive array of…
Ontario Festival of Small Halls
Catch first-rate musical performances in unique and quaint venues across Eastern Ontario, near Ottawa.
Magnificat
The JUNO award-winning Ottawa Bach Choir (OBC) presents Magnificat. The concert features settings of the Magnificat by several composers, including…
A Country Christmas Holiday Light Festival
Discover a stunning path adorned with tens of thousands of colourful lights that dance to music. After your stroll, visit the Town Square Christmas…
Christmas in Old Aylmer
Step into a winter wonderland and experience the magic of the holiday season at Christmas in Old Aylmer. Discover unique and handcrafted gifts at the…
Christmas Tea at Billings Estate National Historic Site
Celebrate the season at Billings Estate National Historic Site with festive décor and a delightful three-tier tea service. Enjoy finger sandwiches…
Stanley’s Christmas Village
Bundle up and head over to Stanley’s Christmas Village for a winter wonderland experience. Snap a photo with Santa, grab some hot cocoa and jump on a…
Pibòn Festival
Five full days of enlightening, educational, and exploratory activities! The Pibòn (Winter) Festival has everything from a dreamcatcher workshop…
