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Ottawa Children's Storytelling Festival
During this free annual event, passionate and professional storytellers tell engaging stories for kids of all ages in English and French. Gather as a… -
Primal Fear at Escape Manor
Dare to enter Escape Manor’s Primal Fear, a chilling Halloween-themed escape room experience featuring new puzzles, a haunting atmosphere, and a few… -
PumpkinFest
Experience the best of fall at Saunders Farm with two unforgettable events! PumpkinFest offers family-friendly autumn fun — find the perfect pumpkin… -
Pumpkinferno
Perfect for all ages, explore the magic of Pumpkinferno, a nighttime walk-through experience where over 9,000 hand-crafted pumpkins come to life in a… -
Have a Halloween like no other!
Hôtel-Casino du Lac-Leamy presents a wickedly fun Halloween celebration featuring costume runway shows, live entertainment, themed décor, and dance… -
Kimono Fashion Show
Explore the elegance and cultural richness of the Kimono Fashion Show, presented by the Ottawa Japanese Community Association. This special evening… -
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… -
Studio B Horror
From the filmmakers at 1D Studios comes Studio B Horror — Ottawa’s most immersive haunt. Step inside real movie sets and enter the terrifying world of… -
The Rocky Horror Show
Experience The Rocky Horror Show live on stage, where sweethearts Brad and Janet stumble into Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s eerie mansion and meet a houseful… -
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… -
The Hunchback of Notre Dame film and concert
Seventeen Voyces, Ottawa’s premier chamber choir, presents the silent film classic The Hunchback of Notre Dame with live choral and organ… -
Artisans' Market by Minerva Ottawa
Visit the ByWard Market every other Sunday to explore 30+ vendors offering handmade goods like home decor, jewelry, cider, spices and more! -
Lansdowne Farmers' Market
Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at Lansdowne Park every Sunday. Ottawa Farmers’ Market is a producer-only organization that features vendors… -
Ottawa Pet Expo
Whether its a new gold-plated collar or a new pet bed, it will be here! Exhibitors have been holding back product launches to share first at this… -
The Heart of Orléans Market
The Heart of Orléans Market is a vibrant local marketplace celebrating community, culture, and creativity in the heart of Orléans. Featuring a diverse… -
Emily Rose Michaud and Marie Drolet – Illuminated Seasons exhibit
Illuminated Seasons invites audiences to reflect on the natural beauty woven into the urban fabric of Ottawa and Gatineau. Through their “ecological… -
Day of the Dead Festival
Celebrate the richness of Mexican culture through art, gastronomy, music and dance. Held annually in the fall, the Day of the Dead Festival is a…
