Ottawa Events Calendar

Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-20 | 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa, K1X 1A3, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa, K1X 1A3
Hard Rock Cafe Ottawa offers live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night, with performances on the Council Oak Stage starting at 9:30 PM.

Tour de Gatineau
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-21
This will be the most prestigious event in North America for women’s road racing and will be classified as a 1.1 race by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) which is the third highest level beneath the World Tour. This important event for female cyclists in North America will be held as a road race and a time trial, both finishing in front of the iconic British Hotel.

Ontario Culture Days Festival
2025-09-19 - 2025-10-12
Ontario Culture Days is a not-for-profit organization that celebrates artists and cultural groups in the communities.
The Ontario Culture Days Festival is an annual celebration of arts, culture and heritage taking place each fall across the province.
Each year, they work with organizers of all disciplines to produce this province-wide festival. Organizers host programs throughout Ontario and invite the public to participate for free.

The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
2025-09-19 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-20 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre, 1200 St Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest.
📅 Event Hours
Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Saturday, September 27 & Sunday, September 28 | 11 AM – 4 PM
🎁 What’s happening during event hours:
Free limited-edition tote bags (while supplies last)
On-site brand styling ambassadors to guide you through The Shop List and curated fall capsule collections from St. Laurent retailers
Step into the season with style inspiration, shopping perks, and your chance at an unforgettable shopping spree.

The World of Hans Zimmer
2025-09-19 19:00 | Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K2V 1A4, Canada
“The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension” 24-City North American Arena Tour Visits
Canadian Tire Centre, Friday September 19.
Presented and Curated by Hans Zimmer, and Led by Multiple GRAMMY®-nominated Conductor Matt Dunkley, a Full Live Orchestra Featuring Virtuoso Soloists Performs Zimmer’s Most Iconic Scores Synchronized Perfectly with Breathtaking Film Sequences
Tickets Go On Sale Friday, May 2 at 10 a.m.
Ottawa – APRIL 24, 2025 – Hans Zimmer Presents today announced details for The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension (www.worldofhanszimmer.com), a 24-city arena tour debuting in North America this fall, following a tremendously successful European run of the internationally acclaimed production in 2024. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 2. The newly staged live show will visit Canadian Tire Centre on Friday, September 19 for one show only, and features Zimmer’s brand-new arrangement of the two-time Academy Award® winner’s diverse collection of scores, precisely synchronized with epic film sequences. While Zimmer does not perform live on stage, he is the show’s curator, producer, and musical director. The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension is the only official concert experience of its kind.
Tickets available at ticketmaster.ca
Multiple Grammy®-nominated Matt Dunkley, who has a long-standing professional partnership with Zimmer, is one of the world’s most renowned orchestrators, arrangers, and conductors. Dunkley will perform alongside a masterful symphony orchestra featuring top soloists from Zimmer’s talent pool including the world-class Odessa Orchestra & Friends and the extraordinary Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
The World of Hans Zimmer tours have sold over 1.2 million tickets worldwide since 2018. Zimmer’s extraordinary melodies and modern compositions have earned him a massive fanbase across multiple generations and continents. “A New Dimension” will showcase a freshly arranged set from his beloved catalog.
“Matt is one of the world’s foremost figures in film music. There’s no one I trust more to bring this music to life on stage,” says Zimmer. With more than 200 movie credits, Dunkley has collaborated extensively with Zimmer on blockbuster films including the third and fourth “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies, “Inception,” “The Dark Knight,” “The Dark Knight Rises,” “No Time To Die,” “Kung Fu Panda 3” and “Top Gun: Maverick.” Beyond film, Dunkley has worked with artists like Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and U2.
“It is an absolute privilege to work with Hans and these incredibly talented musicians and soloists to share these iconic pieces with audiences,” says Dunkley. “Every performance will be an electrifying and emotional experience for fans as we step inside Hans’ musical universe. I can’t wait for everyone to join us and experience the magic with us.”
For more information, visit www.worldofhanszimmer.com.
About Hans Zimmer
Hans Zimmer has scored more than 500 projects across all mediums, which combined, have grossed more than 28 billion dollars at the worldwide box office. Zimmer has been honored with two Academy Awards®, three Golden Globes®, five Grammys®, an American Music Award, and a Tony® Award. His work highlights include “Dune: Part One,” “Top Gun: Maverick,” “No Time to Die,” “Gladiator,” “The Thin Red Line,” “As Good as It Gets,” “Rain Man,” “The Dark Knight” trilogy, “Inception,” “Thelma and Louise,” “The Last Samurai,” “12 Years A Slave,” “Blade Runner 2049” (co-scored w/ Benjamin Wallfisch) and “Dunkirk,” as well as David Attenborough’s “Prehistoric Planet,” and Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two,” the follow-up to his Academy Award®-winning score for “Dune: Part One.” Zimmer most recently created the score for Steve McQueen’s “Blitz,” which premiered at the BFI London Film Festival. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Harris Dickinson, the film released in theaters on November 1, 2024. Upcoming, he scored Joseph Kosinski’s “F1,” which is set to premiere on June 27 from Warner Bros. Beyond his award-winning compositions, Zimmer is a remarkably successful touring artist, having recently concluded his first North American “Hans Zimmer Live” tour, after the tour’s second round in Europe. He has also performed in the Middle East at Dubai’s renowned Coca-Cola Arena for two consecutive nights as well as Formula 1’s Singapore Grand Prix. His concert film “Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the Desert” was released in cinemas worldwide on March 19 and features live performances of Zimmer’s most revered compositions, as well as conversations with his closest collaborators, including Billie Eilish, Sir Christopher Nolan, Denis Villeneuve, Finneas, Jerry Bruckheimer, Johnny Marr, Pharrell Williams, Tanya Lapointe, Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. Due to the great success and the never-ending demand, an extended, brand-new tour through Europe will follow from fall 2025 / spring 2026.
About Matt Dunkley
Multiple Grammy-nominated Matt Dunkley is one of the world’s leading orchestrators, arrangers and conductors, and boasts an impressive career intertwined with the world of cinema. With a portfolio spanning over 200 movies and a diverse array of collaborations, Matt’s work stands out. His long-standing partnership with renowned composer Hans Zimmer has been evident in blockbuster films such the third and fourth “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies, “Inception,” “The Dark Knight,” “The Dark Knight Rises,” “No Time To Die,” “Kung Fu Panda 2,” “Kung Fu Panda 3” and “Top Gun: Maverick.” Further movie credits include “Barbie,” “Judy,” “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation,” “Star Wars: Andor,” “The Great Gatsby,” “Moulin Rouge,” “Love Actually,” “The Mummy,” “Iron Man,” “Elizabeth: The Golden Age,” “The Four Musketeers,” “Storm Force” and many more, as well as several series for British television and a number of video games including “Gotham Knights,” “Halo 4,” “Beyond: Two Souls” and “Halo 5.”
Matt has also contributed to the success of pop and rock acts, adding his touch to chart-topping hits. His collaborations extend to renowned celebrities such as Billie Eilish (his co-arrangement of her Bond song “No Time To Die” reached number one in the UK charts), Dua Lipa, Lizzo, U2, Sam Smith and many more. Having conducted esteemed orchestras worldwide, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, the Hong Kong Philharmonic and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, to name just a few, Matt’s influence extends across the globe. His musical expertise has not only graced the silver screen but has also left an indelible mark on theatre and ballet. Matt’s journey from studying at the London College of Music to receiving an honorary Doctorate of Music in 2023 is nothing short of extraordinary. Embracing the world of contemporary dance and crafting critically acclaimed solo albums, Matt continues to put his stamp on the world of music and film.
About Semmel Concerts
Semmel Concerts Entertainment GmbH is one of the leading live-event promoters in Europe and has for years ranked among POLLSTAR’s Top 10 promoters worldwide. Together with CTS Eventim AG, Europe’s biggest ticket service provider, the company has taken on a leading national and international position under the EVENTIM LIVE entertainment network umbrella. The Semmel Concerts network has roughly 150 employees at eight offices throughout Germany. The company also holds shares in Promoters Group Munich and Arena Berlin Betriebs GmbH and has been the sole shareholder of Show Factory Entertainment GmbH in Vienna since 2020.
In addition to the Semmel Concerts division, the company structure also includes Semmel Exhibitions and Semmel Artists & Events. Dieter Semmelmann is the CEO of the company. With a range of national and international themes and a variety of in-house productions, the company organizes more than 1,500 events with over 5 million visitors each year. Semmel Concerts Entertainment GmbH has earned several Live Entertainment Awards (LEA), including “Promoter of the Year.
About Concerts West & AEG Presents
Concerts West and AEG Presents are world leaders in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across five continents, CW + AEG have an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community, and their tentpole festivals set the bar for the live music experience: Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, British Summer Time Hyde Park, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and more. Global tours include The Rolling Stones, Sabrina Carpenter, Luke Combs, and more. With a wide network of clubs, theaters, arenas, and stadiums, CW + AEG caters to artist development and audience satisfaction.
About Tomek Productions
Tomek Productions is based in Vienna, Austria, and develops multimedia concert concepts with a focus on film and media music. With events such as Hollywood in Vienna, which are broadcast worldwide on television, as well as international touring productions such as The World of Hans Zimmer, Tomek Productions has established itself as a market leader in the field of film and media music events. Tomek Productions’ Managing Director and Creative Director is Sandra Tomek. The concerts are staged as a creative interplay of music, visuals, light and space, creating a harmonious, captivating and emotional ambience.
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The World of Hans Zimmer - A New Dimension
2025-09-19 19:30 - 23:00 | 1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa, K2V 1A5, 1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa, K2V 1A5
Experience The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension, a powerful cinematic concert curated by the legendary composer himself. This one-night-only performance at Canadian Tire Centre features Zimmer’s iconic scores, synchronized with film sequences and brought to life by the Odessa Orchestra & Friends and the Nairobi Chamber Chorus, conducted by Grammy-nominated Matt Dunkley.

Cheerfully Made Fall Market
2025-09-20
Enjoy the handmade (and some vintage!) shopping fun featuring a well curated and eclectic line up of 100 Canadian makers.

Harvest Market at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
2025-09-20
Enjoy a special edition of the Cumberland Farmer’s Market with a harvest twist! Discover local artisans farmers, and fun for the whole family.

Aqua
2025-09-20 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Dance and sing along as Aqua brings nostalgic 90s energy to the stage. Known for infectious hits like Barbie Girl, this Danish-Norwegian Europop sensation delivers a high-energy show filled with throwback favourites. Experience the era of bubblegum pop fun in an unforgettable performance.

Taste of Wellington
2025-09-20 | 1285 Wellington Street West, 2nd Floor, Ottawa, K1Y 3A8, 1285 Wellington Street West, 2nd Floor, Ottawa, K1Y 3A8
More than 50 Hintonburg and Wellington Village restaurants and shops will be offering free food samples, discounts, sales and entertainment in Wellington West neighbourhood.

Databells
2025-09-20
Databells is an immersive installation of whimsical bells that ring in response to real-world statistics, from cosmic events to everyday moments. Visitors follow a winding path of illuminated bells, each representing a unique measure of human experience and life beyond our planet. This experiential symphony invites exploration, reflection, and wonder.

Festival Culturel d'Ottawa
2025-09-20
The Ottawa Cultural Festival celebrates the richness and diversity of cultures from around the world. Enjoy a full day of creative markets, art exhibitions, performances, dance, and global cuisine in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. The experience culminates with an exclusive concert by KO-C, bringing communities together through music and celebration.

Ruffneck K9 obstacle course
2025-09-20 | 2900 York’s Corners Road, Metcalfe, K0A 2P0, 2900 York's Corners Road, Metcalfe, K0A 2P0
Take on a 5K obstacle course alongside your four-legged best friend at the Ruffneck K9 Obstacle Run. This fun trail adventure features unique challenges for both humans and dogs, with lawn games, snacks, and family-friendly entertainment for spectators to enjoy. Free for spectators, making it a perfect day out for the whole family.

Ottawa Deaf Expo
2025-09-20 | 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa, K1V 2N6, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa, K1V 2N6
Ottawa Deaf Expo (formerly known as Ottawa Mayfest) is a non-profit social and cultural event for the Deaf, Deafened, Oral Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. This celebration has taken place biennial in Ottawa since 1991.
​This event draws attendees from across Ontario as well as Quebec. Family, friends, and supporters in the community come together to recognize their culture, provide community awareness and raise funds to support program and community initiatives. The traditional day event consists of games for the children and information booths from the different businesses and organizations that represent the Deaf community.

Wedding Party
2025-09-20
Wedding Party is a fully improvised comedy that follows a bride and their besties on a wild weekend away. Expect unexpected twists, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs as friends old and new come together to celebrate love and friendship. A joyful, unscripted night that proves the best stories are the ones you don’t plan.

OLMC Gem, Mineral & Jewellery Show & Sale
2025-09-20 - 2025-09-21
The Ottawa Lapsmith and Mineral Club (OLMC) presents its annual Gem, Mineral & Jewellery Show and Sale, featuring more than 60 dealers with something for everyone: rough and polished stones, fossils, metorites, one-of-a-kind jewellery, carvings and other stone crafts, books and machinery.
A number of organizations have been invited to provide fascinating information about geology and mineralogy. Bring an unusual stone to the show, and people will help to identify it.

West End Studio Tour
2025-09-20 - 2025-09-21
Come enjoy a pleasant walking, biking, or driving tour of art studios located in two great Ottawa west-end neighbourhoods.

PumpkinFest
2025-09-20 - 2025-10-26 | 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa, K0A 3P0, 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa, K0A 3P0
Experience the best of fall at Saunders Farm with two unforgettable events! PumpkinFest offers family-friendly autumn fun — find the perfect pumpkin, get lost in our hedge mazes, hop on a hayride and enjoy kid-friendly haunted attractions. Plus, there’s delicious food, play structures and a Farm Shop to explore.

Pumpkin Fest
2025-09-20 - 2025-10-26 | 1865 O’Toole Road, Ottawa, K4C 1N2, 1865 O'Toole Road, Ottawa, K4C 1N2
Pack a lunch and bring the whole family down to the Annual Pumpkin Festival featuring a petting zoo, corn maze, wagon rides, pick-your-own pumpkin, and loads of fun on multiple outdoor playgrounds!

FrightFest
2025-09-20 - 2025-10-31 | 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa, K0A 3P0, 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa, K0A 3P0
Frightfest at Saunders Farm is Canada’s top haunted attraction, featuring multiple haunted experiences, street theatre, fresh food, and homemade confections. Guests can enjoy a thrilling night and satisfy their appetites on the patio with burgers, fresh-cut fries, poutine, and snacks.

Fall Rhapsody
2025-09-20 - 2025-11-02 | 40 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 1C7, 40 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 1C7
Autumn is a special time to visit the Ottawa area while vibrant fall colours illuminate the city’s greenspaces and urban areas. Discover the magic of autumn during the annual Fall Rhapsody event in Canada’s capital region.
City in colour
The urban core itself features spectacular displays of fall colours and many sites are just a short walk from most downtown accommodations. Have a picnic in one of the city’s beautiful parks like Major’s Hill, Rockcliffe and Vincent Massey, and stroll or cycle the multi-use pathways that line waterways in Ottawa and Gatineau.
Colourful countryside
Just outside Ottawa’s urban core, you’ll find protected landscapes dotted with farms, forests and wetlands. Visit the numerous sites in National Capital Greenbelt to hike the trails and bike the paths, photograph birds and sunsets, or go apple and pumpkin picking.
Hues in the hills
Gatineau Park—a bucolic conservation area just a 15-minute drive from Parliament Hill—is a popular fall destination thanks to its bright deciduous trees, green conifers and rugged hills. Escape the crowds by visiting lesser known locations like the Philippe Lake Sector and Meech Creek Valley. You can also visit Mackenzie King Estate, the historic home and surrounding grounds built by Canada’s 10th and longest-serving Prime Minister.
Getting around
Due to Gatineau Park’s popularity during Fall Rhapsody, access to and within the area is limited. Certain roads are closed to traffic during certain periods to allow active use, and a limited amount of free NCC shuttle buses depart from Ottawa and Gatineau on weekends and stop at locations in the southern sector of the park.

Maple Hill Urban Farm Corn Maze
2025-09-20 - 2025-11-04
Maple Hill Urban Farm is hosting its annual Corn Maze! Each year there has been a new design with clues hidden within the maze. Buy tickets at the gate. Cash or e-transfer is accepted.

Carp Farmers’ Market
2025-09-20 08:00 - 13:00 | Carp Farmers’ Market
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts.

North Gower Farmers' Market
2025-09-20 08:30 - 13:00 | North Gower Farmers’ Market
Come purchase vegetables, honey, meat, sauces, cheese, and other goods from local producers in rural Ottawa. The market was founded in 1994 by local residents Carolyn Seabrook and Andrew Harkness. Carolyn sold Andrew on the idea of a farmers’ market in her family’s vacant barn, and together they launched the project.

Main Street Farmers' Market
2025-09-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Main Street Farmers’ Market, PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4
Support your local farmers’ market every Saturday from May to October! Discover the finest fresh produce, baked goods, pantry staples, crafts, hot meals and more. As a producer-only market, all vendors make, bake and grow everything within 100 kilometers of Ottawa. Enjoy live music and special programming while you shop.

Ottawa RedBlacks
2025-09-20 15:00 - 18:00 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
Ottawa’s Canadian Football League (CFL) team home game

R&B Fest
2025-09-20 16:00 - 21:00
Get ready to groove at the ultimate Old School R&B party! DJs will spin all your favourite anthems while the host, dancers, and surprises like confetti showers and inflatable microphones keep the energy high. Expect a night of non-stop beats, unforgettable memories, and pure R&B magic.

Databells Debut – Opening Night Vernissage
2025-09-20 18:00 - 22:00 | Salon Des Bananes, 2207 Carling Ave, Ottawa K2B 7E9, Salon Des Bananes, 2207 Carling Ave, Ottawa K2B 7E9
This opening night event is the official debut of the Databells art installation by Rich Loen. As an immersive experience, it dares to promise intrigue, wonder, whimsy, and a sense of discoverability for you to explore. Special to the opening night is a reveal experience that will be uniquely performed only at this vernissage event. As an attendee, you can expect to be part of the unveiling experience, as you are welcomed through the Databells installation. Accompanying this will be a live jazz performance (you’ll have to guess who, because this is a surprise!). There will also be an assortment of catering and drinks for you to enjoy as part of this very unique metropolitan-feeling art experience, right here in Ottawa.
Databells is an immersive experience featuring a quirky and eclectic collection of reclaimed bells (from cowbells, to jingle bells, to doorbells, to giant bells), all interconnected via sophisticated software which makes each bell chime in time to a large variety of statistics. Bells might ring when: “a star is born in our galaxy”, “someone dies due to smoking”, “a ship passes through the Suez canal”, “an Amazon package is delivered”, “Someone in this room just farted”, and so on. This conceptual art piece gently guides the experiencer through a winding path of custom wood tables, all arranged in an experiential statistical symphony.
Tickets are required and can be secured through Eventbrite, or accessed through our website: salondesbananes.com

Alchemy Fest
2025-09-20 19:00 - 21:00
An evening of unique fusion and contemporary dance performances by local and Canadian artists.
