Events for September 23, 2026
Helen McNicoll: An Impressionist Journey
This exhibition traces Impressionist painter Helen McNicoll's career through more than 80 paintings, sketches and works on paper. It also features work by her close painting companion Dorothea Sharp and […]
Wild Colour
Step into a vibrant, photo-worthy world of science at the Canadian Museum of Nature - Wild Colour is Ottawa's most colourful museum experience of 2026. Created by the Field Museum […]
Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa (All-year round)
Ottawa's award-winning lantern-lit ghost tour runs nightly through downtown streets with cloaked storytellers sharing the city's haunted history at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier, the Bytown Museum, and Ottawa's most infamous […]
Wonder World
Wonder World is an interactive family experience at the Canadian Museum of History built for curious kids and the grown ups exploring with them. It features Kids Celebrate! from the […]
Akoustik
Akoustik is a free summer concert series presented by the Vanier BIA at St. Charles Market, featuring a different folk, soul, indie, or acoustic artist each week. Evenings run from […]
Fall Fun on the Farm
Get lost in a 3-acre corn maze, ride a wagon through the woods, and meet farm animals at The Log Farm's fall season. The farm also has a kids' barn […]
Cirque du Soleil: LUZIA
Cirque du Soleil's LUZIA takes you on a dreamlike, acrobatic journey inspired by the culture and landscapes of Mexico. The show moves through urban scenes, dance halls, beaches, and desert […]
Son of a Preacherman
Ins Choi of Kim's Convenience shares Bible stories and growing up as a pastor's son in this funny, heartfelt solo show. The 75 minute production blends storytelling, stand-up comedy and […]
Ottawa International Animation Festival
The Ottawa International Animation Festival marks its 50th anniversary with five days of screenings, talks and parties. Highlights include short film competitions, hands-on animation workshops, Animation Exposé and artist talks, […]
Dreamcatcher Workshop with Bougie Birch
Craft your own dreamcatcher with Indigenous artist Ashley Clark while learning about the resilience of Indigenous communities. The 1.5 to 2 hour session is led by Bougie Birch and all […]
The Cottage
Ottawa Little Theatre stages The Cottage, a drawing-room farce where a secret weekend rendezvous is crashed by unexpected guests. The play by Sandy Rustin mixes screwball comedy and bedroom farce […]
Talkin’ ‘Bout My Generation
Comics from four generations trade jokes in one show headlined by Canadian comedy legend Glen Foster. Tavis Maplesden hosts, with sets from Dr. Sarah Boston, Jeff Davis, Sean-Thomas Martin and Rick Currie. Tickets are listed at $25, and a dinner and show package is offered at $60. The show is uncens…