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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
Frame of Mind is the 9th exhibition in the Creative Space program, a partnership between the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre and the Ottawa Art Gallery celebrating its 10th year of using artmaking as a tool for wellness and community connection. The exhibition features work created across fall and winter sessions using acrylic painting and […] 
Intertwined is a concurrent exhibition at the Ottawa Art Gallery running through August 2, 2026, bringing together artists to explore humanity's increasingly complex relationship to the natural world through their works. The show features multiple artists working across a range of disciplines and takes up space across the OAG's five-floor programming venue at 10 Daly […]
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An immersive mock trial designed for supervisors, managers, owners, and corporate leaders, placing participants at the centre of a real-world fall incident in which a worker fell from elevation during […]
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A free, family-friendly drop-in fitness session led by Indigenous instructor Amanda Fox that incorporates Powwow-style movement and dance into an accessible workout format open to all ages and fitness levels. […] |
6 events,
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Le R Premier, a Canada-Benin artist, launches his EP TROY at Club SAW Ottawa in a concert blending poetic rap and afro-futurism, with limited tickets available for this intimate venue. […] 
The Ottawa BlackJacks host the Vancouver Bandits in a Canadian Elite Basketball League regular season game at the Arena at TD Place. The BlackJacks are Ottawa's professional basketball franchise competing in the CEBL, and home games at TD Place draw strong local crowds. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster and parking add-ons can be purchased at […] |
5 events,
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The Prime Rib Big Band performs a full evening of classic big band swing and jazz at Irene's Pub, one of Ottawa's most beloved and longest-running live music venues in the Glebe neighbourhood. The ensemble is described as spectacular and energetic, specializing in soulful big band performances that fill a room. Tickets are available through […] |
8 events,
A stunning Maori cirque theatre work performed in Te Reo Maori, telling the allegorical story of Aotahi and her son Piri as they navigate powerful supernatural beings representing the colonial forces that displaced their people. The production is a collaboration between Te Rehia Theatre and The Dust Palace circus company, combining aerial acrobatics, physical theatre, […]
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An in-person working forum for nonprofit leaders to examine national sector survey data presented by Abacus Data CEO David Coletto and discuss what the findings mean for organizational decision-making in […] 
The Ottawa BlackJacks host the Winnipeg Sea Bears in another Canadian Elite Basketball League home game at the Arena at TD Place, just two days after the Vancouver Bandits matchup. Tickets and parking add-ons are available through Ticketmaster. The Arena at TD Place seats thousands and provides an electric live sports atmosphere in the heart […] 
The Listros bring their Into The Otherside Tour to the 27 Club in the ByWard Market for a rock show with doors opening at 7 PM. The 27 Club is a well-regarded intimate live music venue in Ottawa's ByWard Market neighbourhood, known for hosting a mix of emerging and established Canadian acts. Tickets are available […] |
10 events,
Robert Lepage reimagines Shakespeare's Macbeth by transplanting the medieval Scottish tragedy into the world of 1990s Quebec biker gangs, with Cawdor Castle becoming a rural motel and Birnam Wood a cannabis field, while leaving the original story of murderous ambition and paranoia intact. Presented in French by NAC French Theatre, this Francophone production is performed […] 
Ukrainian heavy metal powerhouse JINJER brings their Duel North America 2026 tour to the Bronson Centre Theatre with support from Entheos in what is expected to be a high-energy performance from one of the most technically accomplished metal bands on the international scene. JINJER is known for vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk's extraordinary vocal range and the […] 
Family Man and Neon Ghosthouse perform a punk and indie double bill at the 27 Club in the ByWard Market, with doors opening at 7 PM. The 27 Club is one of Ottawa's most active small-capacity live music venues and consistently hosts touring punk and indie acts alongside local support. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster […]
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A benefit concert supporting students, featuring live music at the Barley Mow in Westboro with a 7:30 PM start and tickets listed as going fast on Eventbrite. The event is presented as a community fundraiser combining live performance with a charitable cause benefiting students. The Barley Mow Westboro is a neighbourhood pub and live music […]
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Nature Nocturne returns to the Canadian Museum of Nature for its first event of the 2026-27 season, themed around Wild Colour in partnership with the museum's new special exhibition of […] |
12 events,
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute opens its doors to the public as part of Doors Open Ottawa 2026, celebrating the institution's 50th anniversary. Visitors can learn about heart health, participate in the One Million Hearts screening initiative, and take a self-guided tour of the Cardiac Research Complex. This is a free public event within […]
Free
Doors Open Ottawa returns for its 24th anniversary with the theme Doors to the Past: Bytown's Bicentennial Journey, giving free access to 90-plus historic and modern Ottawa buildings that are normally closed to the public or charge admission, including embassies, breweries, churches, heritage buildings, and government sites. Notable 2026 participants include the Diefenbunker Cold War […] 
House of Kink presents an adults-only themed dance party at the 27 Club with a kinky cowboy-couture dress code, DJ sets, and live performers on stage, running from 10 PM until last call in the ByWard Market's most active music venue. Kinky and fetish attire is mandatory and casual dress is not permitted; attendees unsure […]
CA$33.28
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As part of Doors Open Ottawa, the Diefenbunker Cold War Museum offers free 30-minute Highlights Tours of Canada's most significant surviving Cold War artifact, a four-storey underground facility built to […]
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The 2nd Annual Street Food Showdown in Westboro Village invites attendees to sample, vote, and compete for the title of neighbourhood street food champion while also supporting the Westboro Region Food Bank. Local restaurants and food vendors compete against each other with attendees casting votes for their favourites. The event is organized by the Westboro […] 
Canada's highest distinction in the performing arts is celebrated at a gala evening at the NAC's Southam Hall, honouring the 2026 GGPAA laureates including set and costume designer Susan Benson, conductor Barbara Hannigan, and singer-songwriter Daniel Lavoie among others. The evening begins with a red carpet arrival at 7 PM on Elgin Street followed by […] |
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Expo Mexico Mujer returns to Lansdowne Park for a full day of programming celebrating Mexican culture, cuisine, fashion design, and women's entrepreneurship in Ottawa. The event is listed on the […]
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Step inside the 1896 Gothic Revival mansion known as Birkett's Castle, now the Residence of the Hungarian Ambassador and open to the public on Sunday only. Built by architect Thomas […]
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The NAC Indigenous Theatre hosts the annual Summer Indigenous Art Market in the Gail and David O'Brien Atrium at the National Arts Centre, bringing together Metis, Inuit, and First Nations makers to sell and showcase their work directly to the Ottawa community. Vendors offer jewelry, beadwork, paintings, sculptures, moccasins, leatherwork, clothing, and more, with a […]
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Step back in time at this Hintonburg retro market dedicated to vinyl records, VHS tapes, CDs, video games, DVDs, and other classic physical media formats. Vendors sell rare and nostalgic […]
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A daytime indoor dance party at EXIT Lounge & Skate bringing good music, great people, and a festive vibe for six hours of non-stop dancing. Doors open at 11:45 AM and the party runs noon to 6 PM on Sunday, June 7, with free parking available on site. This event is restricted to ages 18 […]
CA$27.96
Trailer Park Boys' Randy brings his Cheeseburger Picnic comedy show live to Ottawa at the Overflow Brewing Company for a fan-driven late-night experience. The show features Randy from the iconic Canadian mockumentary series in an interactive live comedy format for fans of all generations. The event starts at 8 PM on Sunday, June 7 at […]
CA$38.5
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9 events,
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Go behind the scenes of Ottawa's most iconic castle hotel in this fascinating 75-minute guided tour with a Monday discount. Knowledgeable guides reveal concealed passageways, political rendezvous rooms, luxurious ballrooms, […]
From $27.99
Free French storytelling for toddlers with Luana at the NAC — a beloved Monday morning ritual for Ottawa families. Luana guides young children through engaging French-language stories at Peter A. […]
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A free, family-friendly drop-in fitness session led by Indigenous instructor Amanda Fox that incorporates Powwow-style movement and dance into an accessible workout format open to all ages and fitness levels. The session takes place in the Peter A. Herrndorf Place at the National Arts Centre, one of Ottawa's most prominent cultural venues on Elgin Street. […]
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Ottawa's tech and innovation community gathers for an agenda-free evening of networking to kick off Ottawa Innovation Week, with a complimentary drink ticket and light snacks included. Founders, investors, and […]
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Capture the dynamic beauty of powwow dances and their regalia in this free two-hour life-drawing session hosted by NAC Indigenous Theatre with art facilitators on hand to guide participants. Participants bring their own supplies though basic materials are available on site for those who arrive without. The session is best suited to intermediate to advanced […]
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Ottawa's SlowDATING series kicks off its 2026 season with a casual café-style singles gathering for adults aged 35 to 59, offering a relaxed setting to connect over coffee and genuine conversation. This first session invites participants to help shape the direction of the group while enjoying a low-key social get-together. The event is designed for […] |
6 events,
The Men's Volleyball Nations League returns to Ottawa for five days of elite international competition featuring Canada, France, Italy, Germany, Turkey, and the USA at The Arena at TD Place. Paris 2024 Olympic gold medalists France and bronze medalists USA join world number 2 Italy in what Volleyball Canada calls one of the strongest pools […] |
8 events,
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Explore four floors of world-class natural history at the Canadian Museum of Nature for free during Thursday evening hours, including the new Wild Colour special exhibition running through January 10, 2027. Wild Colour dives into the role of colour in nature through 200 specimens, audio stories, and colour-saturated gallery zones. The museum is at 240 […]
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Ottawa's premier entrepreneurship summit brings together founders, investors, and builders for a full day of keynotes, panels, and the live Startup World Cup Ottawa Regional Competition where startups pitch for […] |
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Canada's largest movement and wellness festival brings three immersive days of yoga, fitness, Pilates, workshops, a 5K run, and family programming to the RA Centre across nine dedicated venue spaces. The Vendor Village features over 40 lifestyle brands and healthy food vendors, while the Wellness Space offers massage, acupuncture, and recovery modalities between sessions. Tickets […] 
Step inside one of Ontario's most haunted buildings for a 3.5-hour ghost hunting experience at the historic Carleton County Jail, built in 1833 and the site of executions, suicides, and murders over nearly 170 years. Participants receive a full briefing on the jail's haunted history and paranormal investigation equipment before venturing inside in the dark […]
CA$76.99
Qillaniq is billed as the world's largest exhibition of contemporary Indigenous circumpolar Arctic art. The show highlights work from artists across the Arctic region with a focus on shimmering light and radical joy. It is on view at the National Gallery of Canada, 380 Sussex Drive, through September 20. Related programming includes free family workshops […] 
Daily Show correspondent Josh Johnson blends stand-up comedy and live music into a summer camp-themed show at Southam Hall that promises nostalgia, laughs, and live band energy all in one night. With over 10 million social media followers and praised by WIRED as the funniest person on the internet, Johnson performs Friday at 7 PM […]
From $66.25
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Illscarlett marks the 20th anniversary of their debut album EPdemic with a hometown concert at the Bronson Centre, supported by Zoo Legacy and The Divetones in an all-ages licensed show presented by Spectrasonic and Live 88.5. The Ottawa ska-rock band built their reputation in the mid-2000s with EPdemic and this anniversary show is a celebration […]
CA$37
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Ottawa's craft supplies destash market returns for its fifth edition at the Bell Sensplex in Kanata, where makers clear their creative spaces to offer surplus fabric, tools, Cricut supplies, beads, […]
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Daily Show correspondent Josh Johnson blends stand-up comedy and live music into a summer camp-themed show at Southam Hall that promises nostalgia, laughs, and live band energy all in one […]
From $66.25
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The John Dapaah Quintet delivers a soulful two-hour live concert blending Afrobeats, highlife, compa, and jazz in an intimate congregational venue in Ottawa's west end. The five-piece ensemble features piano, alto sax, guitar, bass, and drums weaving West African rhythms with jazz in a night designed for music lovers seeking something vibrant and joyful. Tickets […]
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Ottawa Goes Latin is a 19-plus Latin dance night at the Bronson Centre featuring salsa, bachata, merengue, and reggaeton in one of Ottawa's most popular live events venues. Doors open at 9 PM making this a true late-night option for those looking to dance well into the evening in the heart of Centretown on a […] |
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The Cappies Gala celebrates outstanding high school theatre students from over 20 Ottawa-area schools on the grand Southam Hall stage, with awards spanning performance, critique, costumes, lighting, and choreography in an evening running approximately three hours. This is a beloved annual tradition in the Ottawa theatre community and a milestone moment for participating students and […]
CA$35
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A free, family-friendly drop-in fitness session led by Indigenous instructor Amanda Fox that incorporates Powwow-style movement and dance into an accessible workout format open to all ages and fitness levels. The session takes place in the Peter A. Herrndorf Place at the National Arts Centre, one of Ottawa's most prominent cultural venues on Elgin Street. […] |
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Kanata's homegrown stand-up comedy show celebrates five years of local laughs with headliner Bobby Knauff performing at the Ron Maslin Playhouse. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show runs approximately two and a half hours in an intimate theatre setting with a welcoming local comedy crowd. Free parking is available on site and the […] |
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Conductor Alexander Shelley leads his final season with the NAC Orchestra in a stunning double-bill pairing Gershwin's jazz-infused piano concerto with Stravinsky's cinematic ballet score The Firebird. Celebrated pianist Helene Grimaud joins the orchestra alongside emerging musicians from the NACO Mentorship Program, making this a landmark evening of orchestral music in Ottawa. Tickets are available […] |
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The 46th Ottawa Jazz Festival opens on June 18 with 11 days of world-class jazz, soul, blues, and experimental music across multiple outdoor and indoor stages in the heart of downtown Ottawa. The 2026 lineup features headline acts including St. Vincent with the NAC Orchestra, Wyclef Jean, Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, WILLOW, […]
Free - Ticketed
The 29th Ottawa Fringe Festival kicks off under the theme "Fringe Out Loud," presenting 50+ companies and over 300 performances across multiple venues through June 28. Every show is selected by lottery and no production is curated or juried, giving artists from all backgrounds full creative freedom to take risks and push boundaries. A Fringe […]
CA$5 – CA$14
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Ottawa's popular monthly small business networking night brings together over 100 local entrepreneurs, freelancers, and business owners for an evening of connections and growth at Collab Space. Vendors can showcase their business with a table available to non-members for $99, and general networking tickets are available separately at a lower price point. Food is provided […] |
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Canadian television personality Jessi Cruickshank trades the mic for the decks and brings her DJ dance party Evening Club to Ottawa's Bronson Centre with special guest DJ Xav Trudeau. Promoted by MODO-LIVE, this is a full-energy 19+ dance party featuring nostalgic hits and high-energy dance floor programming rather than a traditional comedy performance. Advance tickets […]
From $40.21
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Sacred Journey is an immersive, Indigenous led exhibition developed by the Heiltsuk Nation exploring canoe traditions. It brings Pacific Northwest Coast canoe culture and history to life at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. The exhibition is located at 1867 St. Laurent Boulevard and opened to the public on June 20. It is scheduled to […] |
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Ottawa's biggest theatre festival wraps its 29th edition with 62 productions across 10 downtown venues through June 28, covering stand-up comedy, gothic horror, dance, musical theatre, immersive magic, and bilingual shows. The main hub is Arts Court at 2 Daly Avenue, with additional shows at La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins (333 King Edward Ave.), Knox […]
CA$5 – CA$14
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Beaver Tales celebrates the beaver's role in Canadian history through an interactive exhibit at the Canadian Museum of History. The exhibition explores the beaver's part in the fur trade, early settlement and historical fashion trends. It is located in the Canadian History Hall and included with regular museum admission at 100 Laurier Street in Gatineau. […] |
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Psychobilly legends Reverend Horton Heat, widely considered the greatest act in the genre, perform with surf rock opener The Surfrajettes at Overflow Brewery for a high-energy night of rockabilly and […] |
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A free, family-friendly drop-in fitness session led by Indigenous instructor Amanda Fox that incorporates Powwow-style movement and dance into an accessible workout format open to all ages and fitness levels. The session takes place in the Peter A. Herrndorf Place at the National Arts Centre, one of Ottawa's most prominent cultural venues on Elgin Street. […] |
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Visitors of all ages can pick up a pencil and sketch artworks on view during this drop in drawing session at the National Gallery. The activity is set up in the Fred and Elizabeth Fountain Garden Court and is meant to encourage creative expression while exploring the galleries. It runs from 2:30 to 4 pm […] |