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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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Ghibli Symphony : Part I
Welcome to the first installment of the concert series featuring Studio Ghibli’s enchanting and iconic movie soundtracks, composed by the legendary…
March Break at the Canada Science and Technology Museum
This March Break, enjoy an exciting blend of science and play. Explore a variety of fun experiments and activities that spark curiosity. Get creative…
Cyprus – A Divided Island
Explore the history and impact of one of Canada’s longest peacekeeping missions at the Canadian War Museum’s special panel exhibition, Cyprus – A…
Stories My Father Couldn’t Tell Me: Jeff Thomas Origin
Together in partnership, the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) and the National Gallery of Canada (NGC) present the exhibition Stories My Father Couldn’t Tell…
Ottawa Nostalgia & Collectible Show
Many similiar shows operate in Southern Ontario but the Ottawa Nostalgia & Collectible Show is the only major show of its kind in Eastern Ontario…
March Break at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
Celebrate March Break at the museum with exciting activities for the whole family! Enjoy daily demonstrations featuring live animals and fascinating…
March Break at the War Museum: Naval Gazing!
This March Break, dive right into the spectacular First World War camouflage style known as “Razzle Dazzle.” Drop in to the family activity centre in…
Tracks and trains: Railroads in miniature
All aboard for miniature marvels! Watch tiny trains chug through stunning landscapes in Tracks and Trains: Railroads in Miniature. Built by the Ottawa…
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…
March Break at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Get ready for an out-of-this-world March Break! Explore the wonders of space with hands-on activities like creating craters, piloting drones in our…
March Break at the Diefenbunker
Go underground for an unforgettable March Break adventure. Explore Canada’s Cold War history in a four-storey bunker, take a guided tour, crack secret…
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…
Beaver Tales
Discover the legacy of the beaver, a Canadian icon for 50 years! From our nickels to national parks, the beaver is woven into Canadian life. Beaver…
St Patrick's Sunday Stomp at the Rainbow Bistro!
Live Irish and Maritime Pub music by the Hunks and Punks Irish Band to celebrates St. Paddy's Day!
Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm Sugarbush
Stanley's invites you to experience a sweet slice of history at its 200 year old farm where they have been welcoming all since 1993. You can visit the…
St. Paddy's Day @ the Chateau Lafayette
Dress in green and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Château Lafayette. Enjoy a high-energy mix of Irish and East Coast tunes with Will Cook and Mike…
Les lundis des tout-petits
Visit the NAC on Mondays for French story time with Luana! Toddlers are invited to delight in tales that will sweep them away on journeys through…
