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Orléans Farmers' Market
Explore 35+ local vendors in Orléans every Thursday from May to October. Browse the freshest seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared… -
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. The Ottawa… -
Free Thursday Nights presented by BMO at the National Gallery of Canada
From 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights, visitors to the National Gallery of Canada can enjoy seasonal refreshments and snacks while taking in music and… -
Supersonic Hearts Band at Manor Lounge
Live music experts, wedding enthusiasts and party starters—Supersonic Hearts Band is a premium 3 to 14-piece band specializing in high-energy music… -
Acres of Terror
A terrifying Halloween attraction with four main parts: The Spooky Wagon Ride, House of Terror, Fog Maze and Spooky Village. Healthy and safety… -
Monster Mixtape with the NAC Orchestra
Step into the crypt for an evening of spine-chilling musical melodies performed by the NAC Orchestra! From Camille Saint-Saëns’s eerie Danse macabre… -
Stittsville Haunted Heritage Tours
Combine a riveting historical tour on the quaint and eerie town of Stittsville with a haunted twist to get this annual heritage tour. -
Toddlers’ Halloween Hunt
Bring your little ones for a fa-boo-lous day exploring hidden Halloween surprises underground at the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum. Families… -
Halloween Costume Party and Social
Join a lively Halloween Social Mixer for a night of costumes, cocktails, and connections. Friendly hosts welcome everyone, making it easy to meet new… -
Nature Nocturne
Dance until midnight while DJs fill the castle with awesome sound! Meet artists throughout the galleries. Discover four floors of world-class museum… -
Haunted Manor Halloween Party
The 7th annual Haunted Manor Halloween Party returns to Manor Lounge for a frightfully fun night of dancing, games, and spooky celebration. Guests can… -
sKreamers
Looking for a spooky group adventure this month? Look no further than this haunted weekend event full of wagon rides and scary surprises... -
Parkdale Public Market
Experience the joy and excitement of 100 years of Parkdale Market at our grand opening celebration! Join for a day filled with festivities suitable… -
Ottawa 67's
Enjoy affordable, family-friendly junior men’s hockey games at TD Place Arena at Lansdowne, in the lively downtown Glebe neighbourhood. Founded in… -
Kimono Fashion Show
Explore the elegance and cultural richness of the Kimono Fashion Show, presented by the Ottawa Japanese Community Association. This special evening… -
Carp Farmers’ Market
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts. -
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…
