From 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights, visitors to the National Gallery of Canada can enjoy seasonal refreshments and snacks to the sound of music by a…
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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.
Be sure to verify details with the organizers as plans can change at any time.
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Snow Show Thursdays at the ByWard Winter Market
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Meet and Greet: Coach Jeremy
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Fireshow Fridays at the ByWard Winter Market
Ignite your Friday nights at the ByWard Winter Market with Fireshow Fridays! Get ready to be dazzled by professional circus and street performers as…
Stanley’s Holiday Stroll
Enjoy the beauty of the holidays while taking a stroll through forest trails that have been decorated with colourful lights and displays. Along the…
Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa
This family friendly musical production celebrates all things Canadian! The two-hour show features famous characters singing Canadian hits, plus an…
Stankfest
Get ready for Stankfest! A two-night celebration of funk and jazz featuring the best musicians from Ottawa-Gatineau. Don’t miss out on the groove!
Ottawa Kwanzaa Celebration
The Ottawa Kwanzaa celebration will include a dynamic showcase of cultural dancers, drumming, singing, music and authentic African and Caribbean…
Winter Market Sundays with Solé Day Party
Get ready to shimmy and skate! Join the epic outdoor DJ sets next to the fabulous synthetic ice rink. Let the groovy vibes from DJs Mace, Eazy El Dee…
A Country Christmas
Embrace the festive spirit with family fun at Saunders Farm! Enjoy the Elf Academy Stage Show, meet Santa, and explore snow-covered hedge mazes. Visit…
Canada’s Game: Snap a Photo with the $5 Bill!
Celebrate the World Juniors 2025 with a special photo opportunity at the Museum. Capture a moment with the iconic $5 bank note from the Canadian…
New Year's Eve Ottawa Ball at Preston Event Centre
Celebrate the arrival of 2025 at the vibrant New Year’s Eve party at Preston Event Centre! Enjoy three DJs spinning the best hip-hop, R&B, and…
Bell Capital Cup
More than just a children’s hockey tournament: a festival celebrating the game of hockey in Canada’s capital, with teams from across Canada, the…
New Year’s Party at Casino du Lac-Leamy
Join Casino du Lac-Leamy for an exclusive, immersive and spectacular NYE Party on December 31, to which only ticket holders will be admitted. You won…
New Year's Eve Comedy Night
Ring in the new year with great Canadian comedians. This is the ultimate way to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome in the new year.
A White Rabbit New Year's Eve 2025
Ring in the new year with A White Rabbit New Year’s Eve at City At Night. Enjoy $4 drinks during Hoppy Hour, then dance to the best house and tech…
New Year's Eve at The Rainbow
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Rainbow Bistro with The Electric Company! Dance into 2025 with a soulful disco vibe, complete with 1970s flair and…
Bootlegger's Ball '25
Celebrate the New Year in style with a Roaring 20s-themed bash! Step back in time to an era of glamour and excitement with dazzling décor, live…
