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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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Shinrin-Yoku: Guided Nature Walk
Forest bathing is a Japanese practice focused on mindfulness and connection with nature. This activity offers an introduction to the practice through… -
Ghibli Symphony: Part II
Kiki’s Delivery Service is a coming-of-age story about finding confidence in oneself. Then, My Neighbor Totoro unfolds in a narrated orchestral story… -
Bring it Black - Black future market
Join us for a day filled with unique products and services from local Black-owned micro-businesses, delicious food and beverages crafted by talented… -
Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
Live music is featured at the Hard Rock Cafe every Friday and Saturday starting at 9:30 PM. Guests can also enjoy live performances at Council Oak… -
February Fresh Metcalfe Farmers Market
The Metcalfe Farmers Market is a community market featuring over 50 local producers offering fresh seasonal produce, artisanal foods, and handmade… -
African Day on the Hill
African Day on the Hill celebrates the heritage, achievements, and contributions of African Canadians while fostering inclusion and cross-cultural… -
RCMP Musical Ride Stables Open House
The Open House is an opportunity for visitors to tour the stables, meet the members of the Musical Ride and see demos of interesting technology used… -
DanceMomsOttawa
DanceMomsOttawa hosts monthly dance parties for people over the age of 40 in the Ottawa area. Round up your girlfriends or grab your partner and join… -
Oniro
Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by… -
Great Canadian Kilt Skate
Put on your kilt (or come as you are!) and join the Great Canadian Kilt Skate at Lansdowne Park. Glide around the outdoor rink to lively music, savour… -
Jully Black
The NAC is honoured to welcome Jully Black, a true Canadian Icon, to the stage! Named as one of ‘The 25 Greatest Canadian Singers Ever’, (CBC Music)… -
Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
Somerset Street West transforms into a vibrant hub of cultural celebration with dazzling lion and dragon dances, rhythmic drumming and lively… -
Troupe Vertigo: Cirque Magique with the NAC Orchestra
What do you get when you mix jaw-dropping acrobatics with some of your favourite symphonic music? A theatrical extravaganza the whole family will… -
Sens Skills
Join the Ottawa Senators for the return of the Sens Skills competition, presented by CAA. Sens Skills showcases Senators players split into two teams… -
Rideau Canal Skateway
Every winter, the Rideau Canal turns into the Rideau Canal Skateway, aka, the world’s largest skating rink! From roughly January to late February or… -
Ottawa Boat and Outdoors Show
A showcase of the latest boat models, fishing gear, powersports, paddle sports, accessories, and much more. -
BeYOUtiful Women's Expo
You're invited to a day of shopping with local vendors. From health and beauty, jewelry and food vendors. You'll find something perfect for yourself…
