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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 other contemporaries from the Montreal art scene. The show is on view at the National Gallery of Canada, 380 Sussex Drive near the ByWard Market. […] 
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 in Chicago and enhanced with Canadian specimens, this exhibition explores how animals, plants and minerals use colour to communicate, attract mates, and survive. Museum admission […]
CA$17
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 haunted high school. The 75-minute tour departs from the ticket office at 46 1/2 Sparks Street, steps from Parliament Hill, and runs in all weather […]
CA$24.99
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 Canadian Children's Museum along with creative art activities. The exhibit runs through November 29, so it is still open during this week. It suits families […] 
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 with imaginative play spaces and a sensory corn table, three hay play structures, a walking trail, a pumpkin patch, and tours of the original 1854 […]
CA$1 – CA$15.46
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 landscapes that celebrate Mexican culture. It plays under the Big Top at St. Laurent Shopping Centre from Septe… 
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 with arch elegance in the style of Noel Coward. Performances run September 23 to October 10, 2026, Wedne… 
TotoToo Theatre stages the Tony Award-winning musical built on Alanis Morissette's songs at the Great Canadian Theatre Company. The story follows the Healy family through identity, family dynamics and personal truths, with songs including You Oughta Know, Hand in My Pocket and Ironic. Shows run Sept…
CA$3 – CA$69
FrightFest at Saunders Farm is a nighttime Halloween festival with seven immersive haunted attractions, scare zones and live shows. Guests can explore spine-tingling scare zones and enjoy thrills beyond the haunts, along with Saunders Cider and farm-fresh bites. Tickets are sold online through the Saunders Farm ticketing site. The festival runs through October 31, so […] 
PumpkinFest at Saunders Farm is a daytime harvest celebration with Ottawa-grown pumpkins, hedge mazes and family fall fun. Guests can pick pumpkins, wander the hedge mazes, ride a hayride and see just-spooky-enough daytime haunts. Live shows, jumbo jumpers and farm-fresh treats round out the visit, and tickets are sold online through Saunders Farm. The event […] 
FrightFest at Saunders Farm is a nighttime Halloween festival with seven immersive haunted attractions and scare zones. Spine-tingling scare zones, live shows and extra thrills beyond the haunts are all part of the night. Saunders Cider and farm-fresh bites are available on site, and tickets are sold online through Saunders Farm. The season ends on […] 
Ottawa's long-running Halloween tradition returns to Saunders Farm with hayrides, hedge mazes and haunted attractions. Attractions include Circus Macabre, Barn of Terror, the Haunted Hayride, The Coven Walk and The Cemetery, plus ziplines, escape rooms, the Witch Mountain Slide and a pumpkin patch. …
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Bead your own Orange Shirt pin with Stephanie Peltier while learning about Indigenous art forms. The workshop explores the significance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and supplies […]
CA$65
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The NAC Orchestra plays an accessible hour of classics and pop favourites in a relaxed neighbourhood concert. Conductor Léa Moisan-Perrier leads works by Mozart and Haydn alongside Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah […]
CA$10
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Rose LeMay and Tanya Talaga join a panel asking what meaningful reconciliation looks like and what role women play. The conversation covers systemic barriers facing First Nations, Métis and Inuit […]
CA$39.55
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Gogol Bordello headlines a live show at History Ottawa on Wednesday, September 30. Supporting acts are That Handsome Devil and Pons. The show starts at 7:00 PM at 47 Rideau […] |
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Celebrate 170 years of rural tradition at the Metcalfe Fair with livestock shows, midway rides, and a demolition derby. Highlights include a Power Wheels Derby and Direct Bore Demolition Derby on October 1, a Heavy Horse Pull on October 2, and a Classic Car and Hot Rod Show on October 4. Gates open …
CA$5 – CA$17
Catch Montreal comedian Derek Seguin live at Yuk Yuk's Ottawa for three nights of uncensored stand-up. Seguin has appeared at the invitation-only Just For Laughs festival ten times and has multiple television credits. Shows are Thursday October 1 at 9 PM, Friday October 2 at 8:30 PM, and Saturday Oc…
$ (dinner and show package)60
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The NAC Orchestra brings a friendly one hour concert to Orleans that welcomes first-time orchestra goers. Conductor Léa Moisan-Perrier leads a program that blends Mozart and Haydn with Leonard Cohen's […]
CA$10
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Canadian rock veterans Rheostatics bring their Great Lakes Suite show, with film visuals, to the NAC's Babs Asper Theatre. The band has been active since 1979, blends rock, folk, prog, […]
From $45
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Capital Music Week fills Ottawa with concerts, showcases, and industry events across theatres, cafes, and music venues. Highlights include a Bif Naked opening night with a DJ and drag show hosted by Jamie Fine on October 2, a Women in Music song circle on October 3, and the Canada After Dark summit …
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Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset. the ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience As night falls, the trees of […]
From $29
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Hear chilling tales of ghostly encounters on a 75 minute haunted tour of Ottawa's Bytown Museum. The tour covers ghost stories shared by staff and visitors, plus regional tales about the Rideau Canal, Barracks Hill, and D'Arcy McGee's murder. October 2 is listed as a tour date, and the page does not…
CA$14 – CA$32.99
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Raise a stein at Dominion City Brewing's Oktoberfest under festival tents on the shores of Dow's Lake. The organizer describes it as a celebration of great beer, food, music, and community. The Eventbrite listing shows multiple dates from October 2 to 4, with a first start on Friday October 2 at 5 P…
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Cheer on the Ottawa REDBLACKS against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in a CFL game at TD Place. The game recognizes Indigenous culture, with players wearing special orange warm-up jerseys featuring the […]
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A star-studded NAC tribute night honours Canadian music icon k.d. lang with Jann Arden, Michael Bublé, and more. Other performers include Allison Russell, Jill Barber, Mariel Buckley, Wyatt C. Louis, […]
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Find the perfect pumpkin, get lost in hedge mazes, and hop on a hayride at Saunders Farm's PumpkinFest. The farm also has a zipline, arcade games, playgrounds, gem mining, live character shows, jumbo jumpers, safari jeeps, and kid-friendly haunted attractions. Food is available at MacIntosh's CiderH…
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Weekly, outdoor producer-only market with 60+ local vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more, all within 100 km of Ottawa. Live market music […]
Free entry
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Weekly Saturday market running May through October. Producer-only market with all vendors making, baking, or growing within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals, […]
Free to enter
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Musicians and industry pros can learn, network, and book one-on-one sessions at the Independent Music Business Summit. The day includes more than 10 panels, workshops, and 1-on-1 sessions. It runs […]
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Enjoy food, music, and storytelling at the 5th Annual Right to Food Day Block Party in Parkdale Park. The event celebrates Ottawa's diverse food traditions and the right to good food for all, with cultural performances and a community celebration. Organizers tie the theme to the city's bicentennial,…
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Watch the Ottawa 67's take on the Erie Otters in an OHL junior hockey game at TD Place. The game is streamed on FloHockey with audio on TSN 1200. Puck […] 
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Watch a classic horror film on the grass at Beechwood Cemetery with live improvised music at Capital Pop-Up Cinema's season finale. The evening is a collaboration with Ottawa Chamberfest, with […]
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Get in loser: a Mean Girls themed drag show and dance party takes over House of TARG on Bank Street. Performers include Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild, Yeti, Elle Faekwa, Skyler […] |
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The Ottawa Farmers Market at Lansdowne runs every Sunday year-round as a strictly producer-only market with over 85 local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan foods, baked goods, arts and crafts, […]
Free entry
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Ottawa's beloved outdoor night market runs every Sunday all summer with local vendors, food trucks, and live music in a casual community setting. Stroll through makers and artisan stalls, grab […]
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Ottawa comedians perform filmed ten-minute sets at Yuk Yuk's in a dinner and show experience. The sets are recorded with professional multi-camera equipment, and organizers describe the recording as historic documentation. Shows are October 5, 6, and 8 at 8 PM, and tickets are $60 for the dinner and…
$ (dinner and show package)60
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Metric, Broken Social Scene, and Stars bring the All the Feelings Tour to Ottawa for a night of Canadian indie music. The tour supports new albums from Metric, Romanticize the […] |
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Craft your own pair of beaded moccasins in a three evening workshop led by Colleen Nolan at the NAC. Participants bead the vamp on October 6, make the moccasin on October 13, and finish assembly on October 20, while learning about Indigenous cultural traditions. Sessions run 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM at At…
CA$200
Nightlife leaders and policymakers gather at the NAC for Canada After Dark, a summit on the nighttime economy. The program features keynote speaker Ariel Palitz, who founded New York City's first Mayor's Office of Nightlife, plus international scholars and municipal leaders. A welcome cocktail runs … |
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Ottawa native Kerson Leong joins the NAC Orchestra for Bruch's romantic Violin Concerto No. 1. Conductor Stephanie Childress also leads Britten's Simple Symphony and Beethoven's Symphony No. 1. The concert runs about 2 hours with intermission, and tickets start at $33 through the NAC with Under30 an…
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Shop peak season produce and local goods at the final Parkdale night market of the season. The evening includes live music and an annual apple pie contest. It is organized […] 
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Jazz guitar legend Pat Metheny brings his new ensemble to Algonquin Commons Theatre on the SIDE-EYE III+ world tour. The show supports the self-titled album, the first on his new […]
CA$99.50 – CA$159.50
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A young theatre student travels from Montreal to Côte d'Ivoire to find his father in the autofiction play Neige sur Abidjan. Guided by a griot character, he discovers his family heritage, with family photographs and letter excerpts projected on stage. Performances are October 8 at 8 PM, October 9 at 8 PM with a talkback, […]
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Meet hiring managers and training providers face to face at the Ottawa Career Fair and Training Expo. Employer exhibitors are on site to network with and take applications from job […]
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Watch the Ottawa Senators host the Philadelphia Flyers in NHL hockey at Canadian Tire Centre. The arena is Ottawa's largest and seats more than 18,600 for hockey. Puck drop is […]
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Australian comedian Josh Thomas brings an hour of dumb, happy stand-up to Algonquin Commons Theatre. The creator of the TV series Please Like Me and Everything's Gonna Be Okay promises […]
CA$42.50 – CA$65.50
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Winnipeg musician Begonia brings her Fantasy Life Tour to the NAC's Babs Asper Theatre with Cartel Madras opening. The show features her album Fantasy Life, written in Los Angeles and […]
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Scottish comedy star Danny Bhoy blends stand-up and theatre in Dear World..., part of his ninth cross-Canada tour. The show offers smart, heartfelt, and laugh-out-loud reflections on the world through […]
CA$63.50 – CA$73.50
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Australia's Queen: It's a Kinda Magic tribute brings big sound, big screens, and crazy lighting to Orleans. Warren Vernon-Driscoll plays Freddie Mercury, singing and playing piano and guitar live, with […]
CA$49 – CA$79
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Jaymes White brings his sold-out Victorian séance home to Ottawa inside a historic ward rarely open to the public. Since 2015 the séance has drawn more than 25,000 participants, and it is billed as a soul-shaking psychological experience. Tickets are sold through the organizer's website and are expected to sell out quickly. The experience is […] 
The Elmvale Ward Seance is an authentic Victorian seance held inside a historic Ottawa ward that is rarely open to the public. Host Jaymes White has run sold-out seances since 2015, with more than 25,000 participants over a decade. Tickets are sold through the Jaymes White website and are known to sell out fast. The […] 
John Cleese celebrates 50 years of Monty Python and the Holy Grail with a screening and live Q&A at the NAC. The evening features a screening of the film followed by an uproarious conversation and audience Q&A with Cleese, who shares behind-the-scenes stories. Performances are October 9 and 10 at 7:30 PM, run about 2 […]
From $76.25
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Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset. the ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience As night falls, the trees of […]
From $29
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The Capital Music Awards honour Ottawa's music makers with a night at the NAC's Southam Hall. The 2026 ceremony features more than 60 nominees across 13 categories and is produced by the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition. Tickets are $46, the ceremony runs 8 PM to 10 PM, and public voting for five categories is open […]
CA$46
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GRAMMY-winning blues guitarist Christone Kingfish Ingram brings his Hard Road Tour to Algonquin Commons Theatre. Rolling Stone calls him the undisputed future of the blues, and he blends blues with […]
CA$45 – CA$65
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Shop 200+ local vendors and artisans at an indoor Thanksgiving market inside a tropical greenhouse. Visitors can browse handcrafted items, gifts, and seasonal products, and enjoy free face-painting, a free Little Ray's Rescue interactive experience, a cafe, and outdoor food vendors. The market runs 9 AM to 4 PM on October 10 and 11 with […]
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Find the perfect pumpkin, get lost in hedge mazes, and hop on a hayride at Saunders Farm's PumpkinFest. The farm also has a zipline, arcade games, playgrounds, gem mining, live character shows, jumbo jumpers, safari jeeps, and kid-friendly haunted attractions. Food is available at MacIntosh's CiderHouse and Snack Shack, and tickets are booked through the […]
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Weekly Saturday farmers' market (May–October) offering farm-fresh produce, baking, flowers, bedding plants, pottery, furniture, and the Sunflower Café. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.
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Weekly, outdoor producer-only market with 60+ local vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more, all within 100 km of Ottawa. Live market music […]
Free entry
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Weekly Saturday market running May through October. Producer-only market with all vendors making, baking, or growing within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals, […]
Free to enter
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Join a free pre-show conversation at the NAC about migration, identity, and belonging, inspired by Neige sur Abidjan. Mani Soleymanlou, Artistic Director of French Theatre, facilitates as community members share personal stories about building a new life and navigating different cultures. The conversation runs 6 PM to 7 PM in the NAC Salon and is […]
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Cheer on the Ottawa Senators as they host the Nashville Predators on home ice at Canadian Tire Centre. Ottawa Tourism says fans can expect food vendors, restaurants, bars, and the […]
From $56.35
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Dance to 80s and 90s hits from Jenny Berggren of Ace of Base, Haddaway, Real McCoy, SNAP!, and No Mercy at Dance Now Ottawa. It is a 19+ event at […]
From $103
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Kalle Mattson and Andrew Sowka bring the folk duo summersets to the NAC Fourth Stage for an intimate night. Their sound draws on the storytelling of John Prine and the […]
CA$20
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Dance the night away at Footloose, an 80s dance party marking the Ottawa launch of Dirty Dancing Ottawa. Club SAW is a roughly 300-capacity venue inside Arts Court that programs […]
CA$24.99
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Weekly outdoor farmers' market at Lansdowne Park running every Sunday May 3 – Oct 25, 2026. 85+ local vendors within 100 km of Ottawa. Producer-only market: fresh produce, meat, dairy, […]
Free to enter
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Ottawa's beloved outdoor night market runs every Sunday all summer with local vendors, food trucks, and live music in a casual community setting. Stroll through makers and artisan stalls, grab […]
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A two-hour life-drawing session where you can capture the dynamic beauty of powwow dances and their regalia on your own paper. Participants will bring their own material and work with art facilitators to create drawings that capture both the movement of the dancers and their regalia. Suitable intermediate to advanced artists. Bring your favourite materials […]
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Cheer on the Ottawa Senators as they battle the St. Louis Blues on home ice at Canadian Tire Centre. The listing promises the excitement, rivalry, and skill of NHL action. […]
From $51.20
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Louise Lecavalier wanders the back alleys of her creative repertoire in the solo work danses vagabondes at the NAC. The work explores a dialogue between instinct and precision, freedom and discipline, and unleashes raw joy out of the pure freedom of dance. Performances are October 14 and 15 at 7:30 PM, run about 66 minutes […]
CA$33 – CA$79
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Roderick Cox joins the NAC Orchestra for Mendelssohn's Scottish Symphony and songs set to Toni Morrison's poetry. South African soprano Vuvu Mpofu performs André Previn's Honey and Rue, six settings of Morrison's poetry, and Jocelyn Morlock's Cobalt opens the concert. Performances are October 14 and 15 at 8 PM in Southam Hall, run about 2 […]
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Monthly small business trade show and networking event. 30+ local vendors in a trade-show-style setup. Open to entrepreneurs and business owners. Food provided. Hosted by comedian Matthew Champ. Event details […]
CA$12.5
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Watch the Ottawa Senators host the New York Islanders in an NHL game at Canadian Tire Centre. The Kanata arena is home of the Senators and seats more than 18,600 […] 
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Catch a grand illusion show packed with hilarious characters and bloody magic at Shenkman Arts Centre. The show is led by performer Aaron Matthews and has earned acclaim at major […]
CA$37 – CA$57
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TotoToo Theatre brings the cult classic Rocky Horror Show to The Gladstone Theatre for a nine day run. The company describes itself as bringing 30 years of bold, inclusive theatre to Ottawa while amplifying LGBTQ+ voices and celebrating local artists. TotoToo lists Stefania Wheelhouse as director, Steve Vesely as music director, and Meghan Mainville as […] 
Board a scary wagon ride at sKreamers, a haunted weekend event at Proulx Maple and Berry Farm. The event page describes wagon rides and scary surprises. Ottawa Tourism lists Oct 16 and 17 among the 2026 weekend dates running through Oct 31. The farm is at 1865 O'Toole Road, and the organizer's site skreamers.ca has […]
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Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset. the ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience As night falls, the trees of […]
From $29
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Outdoor evening market celebrating local artisans, makers, and small businesses. Relaxed atmosphere with music, unique finds, and a neighbourhood vibe. Recurring monthly (May–October). Event details can change, so verify with […]
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Lumberjack Night hits TD Place as the REDBLACKS host the Toronto Argonauts in a CFL game. The team promises flannel, noise, and a crowd that does not back down. The […] 
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Canadian songwriting great Bruce Cockburn takes the Southam Hall stage at the National Arts Centre. Cockburn has won 13 JUNO Awards and is a member of the Canadian Songwriters Hall […]
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Grab your besties for a girls' day out at the National Women's Show in Ottawa. The show features exclusive retail vendors, goodie bags, food and wine sampling, hair and beauty services, cooking demonstrations, fashion shows, craft workshops, and main stage entertainment. Hours are 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and 10 AM to 5 […]
CA$11.80 – CA$42.80
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Weekly Saturday farmers' market (May–October) offering farm-fresh produce, baking, flowers, bedding plants, pottery, furniture, and the Sunflower Café. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.
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Weekly, outdoor producer-only market with 60+ local vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more, all within 100 km of Ottawa. Live market music […]
Free entry
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Weekly Saturday market running May through October. Producer-only market with all vendors making, baking, or growing within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals, […]
Free to enter
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Unwind with yoga, breathwork, and sound baths at the second Autumn Forest and Flow Yoga Festival. The day includes yoga styles from power to yin, somatic practices, song circles, cacao offerings, a local vendor and crafter marketplace, and food options. It runs from 9 AM to 5 PM at the YMCA Outdoor Centre on Sixth […]
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Catch Atlético Ottawa host Forge FC in Canadian Premier League soccer at The Stadium at TD Place. The match is played at Ottawa's historic outdoor stadium at Lansdowne Park, which […]
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Join the second annual Halloween dog parade and market at Parkdale Public Market. The event raises funds for local dog rescues. It runs from 12 PM to 4 PM and is organized by Hintonburg Howl-o-ween. Parkdale Public Market is at 366 Parkdale Avenue in Hintonburg. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before […] 
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The Black Keys bring the Peaches n' Kream World Tour to Canadian Tire Centre in Kanata. Show time is 7:30 PM, and tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster. Accessible seats […]
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Hear acclaimed author Zadie Smith discuss her celebrated literary career in Southam Hall. Smith's debut novel White Teeth became an international bestseller, and her later works include On Beauty, NW, […]
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Toronto's finest stand-up comedians take over the Fourth Stage for a night of laughs at the NAC. The lineup has appeared on Crave, CBC, SiriusXM, and AppleTV+, and the show […]
CA$35
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Weekly outdoor farmers' market at Lansdowne Park running every Sunday May 3 – Oct 25, 2026. 85+ local vendors within 100 km of Ottawa. Producer-only market: fresh produce, meat, dairy, […]
Free to enter
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Geek Hoard Haul-oween brings 100+ vendors of trading cards, comics, collectibles and spooky goods to the Sensplex in Kanata. The day also features a cosplay contest, idol performances and trick-or-treating at vendor booths for anyone in costume. Entry and parking are free, and guests can optionally bring a donation for Furry Tales Cat Rescue. The […]
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A Company of Fools hosts ShakesBEER, a trivia afternoon with drinks, laughs and new questions at Beyond The Pale. The event features new questions and new prizes, with categories to […]
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Honour Brazil's military service at the Latin-American Remembrance Ceremony at Beechwood Cemetery. The ceremony includes national anthems, remarks from Brazilian representatives, the Act of Remembrance, and wreath-laying by participating nations […]
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Learn to sing a Pitch Perfect hit a cappella with Deke Sharon, known as the Father of Contemporary A Cappella. Audiences sing together using provided sheet music, hear behind-the-scenes stories […]
CA$20 – CA$54
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Dress up for a Halloween concert as the NAC Orchestra plays spooky favourites from The Sorcerer's Apprentice to Ghostbusters. Principal Youth Conductor Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser leads the show, and the NACOtron […]
CA$15
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Ottawa's beloved weekly outdoor night market tales place every Sunday evening with local vendors, food trucks, live music, and a welcoming community atmosphere in Nepean. Stroll through rows of local […]
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Violinist Ray Chen performs a program from Bach and Mozart to Grieg and Sarasate in Southam Hall. The program includes Mozart's Violin Sonata in B-flat major, Grieg's Violin Sonata No. […]
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Connect, learn, and celebrate with local entrepreneurs at the Ottawa Small Business Summit during Small Business Week. The full-day event welcomes startup founders, established owners, and aspiring business leaders, with […]
CA$35
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A one-person drama follows telecom magnate Ted Rogers and his son's battle for control of the family business. Adapted by Michael Healey, it also follows Matthew Boswell's efforts to block a Shaw Communications acquisition. The Globe and Mail called it a dizzying one-man showcase. Performances are Tuesday to Friday at 7:30 PM, Saturday at 2:00 […] 
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Loreena McKennitt celebrates 30 years of The Mask and Mirror with a two set show in Southam Hall. Set one features fan favourites and set two is the full album […]
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Maya Kaqchikel singer and activist Sara Curruchich performs in the Azrieli Studio at the NAC. She sings in Kaqchikel and Spanish. Tickets are $22, and the show runs about 2 […]
CA$22
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Explore a mother-and-baby fair with local businesses, artisans, and photographers at Shenkman Arts Centre. Vendors include specialized service providers, artisans, creators, and consultants, and professional photographers offer discounted family portraits. […]
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Cook a Malaysian curry, fried noodles, and gado gado salad in an Indonesian-Malaysian cuisine class. Participants prepare Malaysian chicken curry, Malaysian fried noodles, Indonesian gado gado salad, and shrimp chips, […]
$ plus HST149
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Irish comedian Kyla Cobbler brings her debut show Gone Rogue to Algonquin Commons Theatre for an added show. She is known for fearless storytelling, razor-sharp crowd work, and an unapologetically […]
CA$49.5
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Six musicians celebrate Supertramp's catalog in Tramp of the Century, the ultimate tribute show. The show draws on albums including Crime of the Century, Crisis? What Crisis?, Even in the […]
CA$50.75
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Portuguese accordion quartet Danças Ocultas performs in the Babs Asper Theatre at the NAC. Tickets start at $41, and the show runs about 2.5 hours. Under30 and All My Relations […]
From $41
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Watch the Ottawa Senators host the Florida Panthers in an NHL game at Canadian Tire Centre. The arena seats more than 18,600 for hockey and is about 15 minutes west […] |
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The Ottawa International Writers Festival returns for four days of author talks spanning politics, poetry, science, music and thrillers. The festival celebrates the full diversity of the written word and the writers who guide readers through the world. Tickets for individual fall festival events are sold through the festival website. Programming is aimed at readers […] 
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For three nights, historic Watson's Mill in Manotick transforms into three floors of chilling haunted mazes. Each floor of the mill becomes its own spooky maze for Halloween week. Tickets are $10 at the door or $15 for an online Fast Pass. Haunt Nights is recommended for ages 10 and up. Event details can change, […]
CA$10 – CA$15
Conductor Damon Gupton leads the NAC Orchestra through John Williams's epic Star Wars scores across five decades of film. The program features music from nine Star Wars films, including the iconic main theme, Luke and Leia's theme and Duel of the Fates. The concert runs about 1 hour 30 minutes with an intermission, and tickets […]
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Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness brings the Hot and Healed Comedy Tour to The Bronson for an evening of unfiltered stand-up. The show mixes stand-up, queer joy and unexpected […]
CA$56.75
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British comedian Jimmy Carr brings his Laughs Funny Tour to The Arena at TD Place for a night of deadpan one-liners. Carr is known for tightly constructed jokes, dark subject […] |
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Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset. the ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience As night falls, the trees of […]
From $29
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Ottawa's largest pet festival fills the EY Centre with 250+ exhibitors, live demos and a weekend where pets are welcome too. Highlights include the Tru North Grooming Showcase, a TICA Cat Show, Meet the Breeds and a Reptile, Plant and Aquatic Expo. Tickets are sold online through Unity Tickets. Families can bring their pets along […] 
Poppy Drop projects thousands of poppies, each representing a fallen Canadian veteran, onto the Senate of Canada Building every evening. The projection runs nightly from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Eastern time. Its final night is Remembrance Day, November 11. It is a quiet, reflective way to mark Veterans' Week in the heart of downtown. […]
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Weekly, outdoor producer-only market with 60+ local vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more, all within 100 km of Ottawa. Live market music […]
Free entry
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Weekly Saturday market running May through October. Producer-only market with all vendors making, baking, or growing within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals, […]
Free to enter
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Westboro Village's beloved trick-or-treating event lets kids in costume go shop to shop collecting treats along Richmond Road. The route runs along Richmond Road and McRae Avenue, sponsored by the Real Canadian Superstore. The event is free and runs rain or shine, so dress for the weather and bring a tote or treat bucket. It […]
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Roots and Ritual turns The Warehouse at Zibi into an evening market of oddities, dark art, curiosities and handmade goods. An experience room offers psychic, tea leaf, astrology and tarot readings, plus flash tattoos. Admission is free with no ticket needed, and free parking is available. The market welcomes all ages and is aimed at […]
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The Ottawa Senators host the New York Rangers for a Saturday night NHL game at Canadian Tire Centre. The game is part of a busy October home stretch for the […] |
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Weekly outdoor farmers' market at Lansdowne Park running every Sunday May 3 – Oct 25, 2026. 85+ local vendors within 100 km of Ottawa. Producer-only market: fresh produce, meat, dairy, […]
Free to enter
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Watch the 1929 silent horror classic The Phantom of the Opera with a fully live soundtrack by digital accordionist Michael Bridge. Bridge uses custom digital accordion sounds, including full pipe organ effects, to score the film on the big screen. Tickets are sold through Ottawa Chamberfest. Costumes are strongly encouraged for this Halloween-season screening. Event […]
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Run or walk a 2K or 5K in Ottawa to support Ukrainian children who have lost a parent to the war. Funds help provide psychological support to children in the […]
CA$50
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Stand-up comedians and their partners air their dirty laundry for laughs in this unlicensed couples therapy comedy show. Audience members can submit anonymous questions for the couples before the show […]
CA$25 – CA$35
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Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Allison Russell performs songs from her album In The Hour of Chaos at Southam Hall. Canadian folk artist AHI opens the show. Tickets start at $35, […]
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Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet and the NAC Orchestra bring Stravinsky to life in two one-act ballets at Southam Hall. The program pairs Alexei Ratmansky's The Fairy's Kiss with a newly commissioned Firebird by Houston Thomas. The performance runs about 1 hour 55 minutes with intermission, and tickets range from $33 to $115. A free pre-show […]
CA$33 – CA$115
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Evil Dead: The Musical is a horror comedy where five college students unleash demons at a cabin, all set to wild musical numbers. The show includes a Splatter Zone in the first five rows, where audience members get covered in fake blood. Tickets range from $30.99 to $60.99, with free parking and wheelchair access at […]
CA$30.99 – CA$60.99
Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet performs Stravinsky Stories at the NAC, two one-act ballets set to Stravinsky with the NAC Orchestra. The program pairs The Fairy's Kiss by Alexei Ratmansky with a newly commissioned Firebird by Houston Thomas. Remaining shows are Friday at 8 PM and Saturday at 2 PM, running about 1 hour 55 minutes […]
CA$33 – CA$115
The Log Farm invites families to come out to the farm in costume for a Halloween party with non-scary wagon rides. The wagon rides are designed to be gentle rather than frightening, making it a soft Halloween outing. Tickets are listed at $13.77 plus fees. The party runs from October 29 to November 1 at […]
$ plus fees13.77
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Toddlers' Halloween Hunt invites little ones in costume to find hidden Halloween surprises inside the Diefenbunker's underground bunker. The 100,000-square-foot bunker is decorated for the occasion, with treats, crafts, themed activities and photo opportunities. The hunt runs from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday at the museum on Carp Road. It […]
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Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset. the ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience As night falls, the trees of […]
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Nature Nocturne turns the Canadian Museum of Nature into an after-hours party with a Black and White Ball theme. Expect themed activities, multiple dance floors, games and colourful photo spots […]
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The Embassy of Mexico presents its first traditional Day of the Dead altar at the NAC with an evening of culture and remembrance. The evening includes a guided tour of […]
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Toronto cover band Dwayne Gretzky brings its annual Halloween show to Ottawa for the first time at History Ottawa. Fans can expect a full setlist of Dwayne classics plus a […]
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Dwayne Gretzky plays a Halloween show at History Ottawa on Rideau Street on Friday night. The show starts at 7 PM at the downtown venue. The venue is listed as […]
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Two-time Latin Grammy nominated Afro-Andean Funk brings its Todo Migra Tour to the NAC's Babs Asper Theatre. Led by Peruvian vocalist Araceli Poma and bassist Matt Geraghty, the band blends […]
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Comedian Philippe Bond brings Rebondir, his fourth one-man show full of new stories and reflections, to Shenkman Arts Centre. The show takes its theme from the idea that whatever doesn't […]
CA$48.75
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Ballet Mexicain de Montreal stages The Cabaret of Death, a free Día de Muertos cabaret show on the NAC's Fourth Stage. The multidisciplinary show fuses dance, live music, poetry, drag, […]
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Nature Nocturne's Black and White Ball turns the Canadian Museum of Nature into an adults-only Halloween night of elegance and contrast. The evening is part of the museum's after-hours series […]
About $42
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Canada's largest Day of the Dead celebration marks its 10th anniversary in the ByWard Market with music, art and Mexican food. Highlights include folk dancing, an artisan market, food tasting workshops, a procession with large characters and an Altar Exhibition of ofrendas. The festival is free to attend. It is a family-friendly event that welcomes […]
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Latin Sparks Festival presents Noche de Muertos, an elevated Latin Halloween party at the Ottawa Art Gallery inspired by Día de los Muertos. Expect a Latin DJ and dancing, live performances, cocktails and a Mexican trick-or-treat snack bar. Día de los Muertos face painting is included with admission, and tickets are sold through Tickit. Guests […] 
À poils is an immersive French-language family show from France where furry stage techs invite kids to help build a concert. Three burly stage technicians recruit the audience before revealing gentle, colourful creatures and a lively concert space. Shows are at 11 AM and 3 PM in the Azrieli Studio, running about 40 minutes, with […]
CA$15
Canada's largest Day of the Dead Festival marks its 10th anniversary in the ByWard Market with music, art and Mexican food. Highlights include live music, folk dancing, an artisan market, food tasting workshops, a procession with large characters and an altar exhibition. The festival starts at noon and is free to attend. It is a […]
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Escape Manor's 8th annual Haunted Manor Halloween Party fills a fully decorated Manor Lounge with games, dancing and a video DJ. A costume contest awards $1000 in prizes for best solo, couple and group costumes, and a free photo booth is on site. Tickets are $6.66, and guests with an escape room, darts or dinner […]
CA$6.66
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Weekly, outdoor producer-only market with 60+ local vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more, all within 100 km of Ottawa. Live market music […]
Free entry
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Weekly Saturday market running May through October. Producer-only market with all vendors making, baking, or growing within 100 km of Ottawa. Fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals, […]
Free to enter
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Rideau HALLoween: Under the Big Top brings a circus theme to Rideau Hall for free family trick-or-treating on Halloween morning. Halloween activities run from 10 a.m. to noon in the […]
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The Irish Descendants perform a tribute to Stan Rogers at the NAC, celebrating one of Canada's most enduring songwriters. The show features Rowan Sherlock, Jeff Kinsman, Madeline Carter and Con […]
From $45
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The Irish Descendants perform a tribute to Stan Rogers at the NAC, celebrating one of Canada's most enduring songwriters. The show features Rowan Sherlock, Jeff Kinsman, Madeline Carter and Con […]
From $45
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Halloween Disco Night takes over The Prescott with six hours of nonstop music from three DJs and a costume-ready dance floor. DJ Denys, DJ Evgeny Fiesta and DJ Lopaev cover […]
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Cuban pianist Miguel de Armas leads a Latin American Heritage Month celebration on the NAC's Fourth Stage. He is joined by vocalists Samantha Christ François of Haiti, Claudia Salguero of […]
CA$35
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The 15FirstDates Halloween Singles Party at Speakeasy Ottawa offers a night of drinks, conversation, connections and dancing. Costumes are encouraged but optional. The party starts at 10:30 PM at 55 […]
Free – CA$25
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Rock band The Wrecks headline a Sunday night show at the Bronson Centre with Worry Club and Kid Sistr on the bill. The lineup brings three indie rock acts to […] |
