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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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Ottawa 67's
Enjoy affordable, family-friendly junior men’s hockey games at TD Place Arena at Lansdowne, in the lively downtown Glebe neighbourhood.
Big Love MRKT
A fun, free-entry craft and vintage market.
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.
Rideau Hall’s Winter Celebration
Young and old alike can have fun while taking part in winter sports and activities outside on the grounds of the official residence and workplace of…
Fête Frissons
This free event is open to all with performances, art making, workshops, storytelling, dancing, and outdoor fun in the snow.
Snowmobile ride for autism
Ride on the Prescott-Russell snow trails with your snowmobile! Donations raised go to help local families with a child on the Autism spectrum.
Northern Lights 2023 Cultural Pavilion
The arts and culture component of the Northern Lights event is a spectacular showcase of northern talent: the visual and performing artists are world…
Guitare Alla Grande guitar festival
Chamber orchestra Thirteen Strings premieres an innovative new project as part of this guitar festival, with award-winning guitarists Adam…
Canadian Ski Marathon
Founded in 1966, this is North America’s oldest cross-country skiing event, taking place in the beautiful Outaouais region. Skiers of all ages and…
Aurora | Festive Winter Experience
A new free winter activity that comes to life at nightfall. Enjoy the illuminated site, live music with DJ, coffee bar, skating rink, and much more…
Capital Bachata Festival
Put your dancing shoes on and dance your way to this 4 day festival. Participate to several Latin dance workshops, social dancing and enjoy…
Free Wagon Ride on Valentine's Day in the ByWard Market
The ByWard Market BIA offers complimentary horse-drawn wagon rides on Valentine's Day from 5:00 to 7:00pm.
Justin Case: The Enemy Within
Through a multi-layered installation and a series of reinvented propaganda posters, Ottawa-based artist Christos Pantieras explores the LGBT Purge and…
Ottawa Wine Auction
Whether you’re a connoisseur, collector, or a complete beginner, this evening is a unique opportunity to discover amazing vintages and immerse…
Cool Science Saturday
Engage with scientists and engineers as they showcase exciting and fascinating science experiments and activities! February may be the coldest month…
Maple tree tapping event
An engaging event for families: volunteer maple syrup producers are proud to share their knowledge and passion with you! Snowshoes are optional but…
Chamberfest Concert Series
Make sure to catch an incredible music show from this Concert Series this fall and winter. Featuring Canadian and international artists, this season’s…
