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Festivals
European Union Film Festival
The European Union Film Festival returns to Ottawa with independent cinema from across Europe at the Ottawa Art Gallery's Alma Duncan Salon.…
Concerts & Live music
Gipsy Kings
The Gipsy Kings bring their signature blend of flamenco, Latin and Cuban rhythms, reggae and jazz guitar to Hard Rock Live Ottawa.…
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Homes for the Holidays Les Maisons des Fetes 2026
Homes for the Holidays is a three day tour of Ottawa area homes dressed in seasonal decor by local designers and florists,…
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Ottawa Nightlife: The Complete Guide to Clubs, Bars, Live Music, Late Night Spots, Events & Things to Do at Night
Ottawa nightlife covers more ground than most people expect, from candlelit speakeasies and craft cocktail rooms to arcade bars, rooftop patios, and adults-only museum parties. This guide covers 16 of the best bars and late-night spots in the city, verified for 2026.
Organic Social Media Agency Ottawa 2026: Growthsocio Earns Organic Reach Excellence Recognition
Awarded the Organic Reach Excellence recognition 2026 for demonstrating organic reach at a systems level…
Best Cafes in Ottawa That Feel Most Dependable Without Feeling Bland
Some of the most dependable cafes in Ottawa, each with a distinct specialty.
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Family
Nature after 5
Nature after 5 offers free Thursday evening admission to the Canadian Museum of Nature, with dinosaur fossils, Arctic ecosystems and more. Visitors…
Workshops & Classes
Sketchy Thursdays Jeudis Croquis
Sketchy Thursdays invites you into the Ottawa Art Gallery studio to learn new drawing and art techniques in a relaxed evening session.…
Concerts & Live music
Gentiane MG
Canadian jazz artist Gentiane MG plays a Thursday night concert at the National Arts Centre. The show is part of the NAC's…
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Bars Downtown Ottawa: 9 Spots Worth Going Out For
Ottawa’s best bars downtown Ottawa include everything from Stolen Goods, named the city’s top cocktail bar, to Swizzles’ free-cover karaoke nights. Nine verified picks for your next night out.
Best Clubs in Ottawa: 16 Venues and Dance Floors Worth the Night Out
Searching for the best clubs in Ottawa? This guide covers 16 verified nightlife venues across ByWard Market, Centretown, and Downtown, from LGBTQ+ bars to rooftop dance floors.
Romantic Restaurants in Ottawa: 15 Spots Worth The Reservation
Planning a romantic dinner in Ottawa? This guide covers 15 of the best romantic restaurants in Ottawa, from rooftop lounges with Parliament views to candlelit speakeasies and waterfront patios on Dow’s Lake.
Gay Sauna Ottawa: 8 LGBTQ+ Bathhouses, Spas, and Bars Worth Knowing
Looking for a gay sauna in Ottawa? This guide covers the city’s only dedicated gay bathhouse, inclusive Nordic spas, and the best LGBTQ+ bars in the Centretown gay village, all verified for 2026.
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Organic Social Media Agency Ottawa 2026: Growthsocio Earns Organic Reach Excellence Recognition
Awarded the Organic Reach Excellence recognition 2026 for demonstrating organic reach at a systems level…
Organic Social Media Marketing Ottawa: How GrowthSocio Helps Local Businesses Grow Without Paid Ads
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