Looking for fun activities in the Ottawa area? Check out these options over the next seven days, starting on Thursday, November 12. Be sure to verify details with the organizers as plans can change at any time.
For fans of performances…
- Wednesday, November 18 | Experience an unforgettable evening with Raine Maida and Chantal Kreviazuk, two of Canada’s most celebrated musicians whose partnership has shaped the country’s music landscape for decades. At Algonquin Commons Theatre.
- Wednesday, November 18 | Experience the distinctive sound of Orville Peck, a country artist known for blending traditional influences with modern alternative music at the Hard Rock Ottawa Hotel & Casino.
- Fridays and Saturdays | Experience unforgettable live entertainment as live bands and DJs bring energy for Rythmik Nights to the dance floor well into the evening. Held at Casino du Lac-Leamy.
- Friday, November 13 | A Stormy Comedy is a fast-paced French-language theatre production that follows two strangers whose dream Caribbean getaway takes an unexpected turn when a booking mix-up forces them to share the same bungalow.
- Friday, November 13 |Wheeler Walker Jr. brings his signature country music style to HISTORY as part of the Pullin’ Out: The Farewell Tour. Held at History Ottawa.
- Saturday, November 14 |Ten improvisational comedians compete in a fast-paced live competition presented by Westboro Improv Theatre.
- Saturday, November 14 | Experience the music of Barenaked Ladies, the Scarborough-formed band that has entertained audiences around the world for more than three decades, at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa.
- Until Saturday, November 14 | At the King James Bible Play, all is not as it seems as a committee of religious scholars attempt to translate the Bible for King James I, navigating clashing egos, royal expectations, and – anachronistically – the nature of male loneliness. Held at the National Arts Centre.
- Tuesday, November 17 | Enjoy an evening of local comedy at the Carleton with a welcoming open mic that highlights emerging talent and fresh material.
For arts, sports, culture and a good time…
- Ongoing | Visit a vintage barn a half-hour drive from downtown Ottawa in Manotick Station to shop for treasures created by artisans from around the world at One World Bazaar. FREE!
- Thursday, November 12 | Show your support for the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre.
- Friday, November 13 | Connect with community at Queers & Beers, a welcoming social gathering that celebrates inclusivity and local queer culture.
- Saturday, November 14 | Don’t miss the Northern Super League (NSL) final as the Montréal Roses vs AFC Toronto face off at TD Place Stadium in a winner-take-all championship match for the Diana B. Matheson Cup.
- Until Saturday, November 14 | L’Outaouais au menu returns for its fourth edition, inviting food lovers to enjoy a special dining experience at participating restaurants across the region.
- Sunday, November 15 | Celebrate adventure, conservation, and diversity at the Ottawa Outdoor Film Festival at the Bronson Centre.
- Until Tuesday, November 17 | Every year, the Ottawa Children's Festival holds a five-day extravaganza of the finest quality theatre, dance and music for young audiences in our community. Held at the Canadian War Museum.
- Ongoing | Le Petit Chef brings its imaginative dining experience to Ottawa, blending 3D projection with creative gastronomy. Held at the Hilton Garden Inn & Homewood Suites Ottawa Downtown.
