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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
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 […] 
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. […] 
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 […]
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The Ottawa Miniature Gallery brings a mobile showcase of small scale art to the NAC's Atrium O'Brien for a Pride themed exhibition. The show features miniature works created by 2SLGBTQIA+ artists living in the National Capital Region, reflecting their experiences through tiny art. It runs all day, every day, from August 1 to August 31 […] |
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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 […]
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4 events,
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 concert while exploring faith and art. It plays in the Azrieli Studio through September 26 with 8:00 PM evening sh…
From $33
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David Suzuki curates and hosts a live playlist with the NAC Orchestra, mixing classical works with Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. The program moves from Mendelssohn and Beethoven to contemporary songs and includes a world premiere arrangement of Carmen Braden's Imaginal, with conductor Henry Kenne…
From $33
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6 events,
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…
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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 materials are supplied, so you only bring the inspiration. The workshop is held at Atelier Shenkman Smith across fro…
CA$45
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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…
CA$25
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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
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Hear Afro-Cuban rhythms and Latin jazz from Rachelle Behrens, Anh Phung & Civil Lizard and the Orlando Cardoso Trio. The conference celebrates Canada's multicultural diaspora with concerts, workshops, panels and networking sessions, running September 25 to 27. The Friday concert runs 8:00 PM to 10:0…
CA$25
Twelve dancers and live musicians deliver 80 minutes of ritualised ecstasy in Michael Keegan-Dolan's MÁM. Teaċ Daṁsa is joined by concertina player Cormac Begley and five contemporary musicians in a work drawing on Irish culture and mythology. Performances are at 8:00 PM on September 25 and 26 in So…
CA$33 – CA$79
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Shop handmade goods from local Ottawa artists and makers at the OAG Mini Market anniversary edition. The curated marketplace is set up on Level 1 just outside the OAG Shop. It runs from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM on September 26 and entry is free. The market celebrates the gallery's anniversary weekend. Ven…
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Explore the current exhibition with a gallery educator, then make art in the studio at this free drop-in session. Families and friends discover the exhibition together before hands-on art making. […]
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David Sedaris presents sharp, funny material from his latest essay collection, The Land and Its People. The show draws on themes of identity, friendship and travel, and ends with a post-show autograph session with books sold on site by Perfect Books. The two-hour performance starts at 8:00 PM in Sou…
From $56
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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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5 events,
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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 and music from Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters. The concert runs about one hour with no intermi…
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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7 events,
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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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, […]
From $56
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8 events,
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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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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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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 […] |