Ottawa Events Calendar

Fetch Local Markets
2025-11-23
Celebrate local love (and pups!) at Fetch Local Markets, a monthly dog-friendly event featuring 30+ local makers, great vibes, and free entry. From May to October, explore unique finds and community fun — leashes encouraged!

Old-Fashioned Christmas and Outdoor Artisan Market
2025-11-23 | 2064 Huntley Road, Stittsville, K2S 1B8, 2064 Huntley Road, Stittsville, K2S 1B8
Celebrate that old-fashioned Christmas feeling at the museum and get a head start on your holiday shopping.

Buzz & Build: Bug Puppet Workshop
2025-11-23 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Get ready to buzz with creativity! This hands-on workshop invites kids ages 7+ to design and build their very own bug puppet, inspired by Kid Koala’s The Storyville Mosquito. Guided by professional puppeteer Sarah Argue from Rock the Arts Puppet, and in partnership with the PuppetsUp! International Puppet Festival, children will learn the magic of puppetry while bringing their insect characters to life. All materials are included, and each child will take their puppet home. $5 per participant. Registration is required as spaces are limited.

Lansdowne Farmers' Market
2025-11-23 | PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4, PO Box 4465 Ottawa Postal Station E, ottawa, K1S 5B4
Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at Lansdowne Park every Sunday.
Ottawa Farmers’ Market is a producer-only organization that features vendors from within 100 kilometres of the city of Ottawa. The market is a great place to buy the freshest local products the season has to offer directly from the people who produce them, meet friends, have lunch and enjoy musicians, buskers and special events.
Open all year round at Lansdowne Park, the Ottawa Farmers’ Market takes place outside the Aberdeen Pavilion during the warmer months and inside the historic building in the winter. In the weeks before Christmas, the market is usually open on Saturdays.

Lansdowne Park Skating Court
2025-11-23 - 2026-03-31 | City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1, City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1
Enjoy free ice skating 7 days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Don’t forget to bring your own skates!

The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
2025-11-23 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-24 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-25 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-26 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-27 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.

SoulRhythms
2025-11-24 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Let your soul shine as we travel throughout Africa and the Caribbean on an exciting journey through movement and dance.
From traditional to modern Afro-Caribbean folklore-based movement, the Cultural Arts Studio will lead you through an energizing 45-minute group class designed for all levels.
These weekly soul-inspiring and energizing sessions will connect your mind, body, spirit (and hips) to the infectious celebratory rhythms of Africa and the Caribbean.
This event is recommended for ages seven and up.

Les lundis des tout-petits
2025-11-24 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Visit the NAC on Mondays for French story time with Luana! Toddlers are invited to delight in tales that will sweep them away on journeys through magical worlds where they will meet enchanting characters. All accompanied by crafts and games.
Free admission!

Toddler Tuesdays
2025-11-25 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Singing, dancing, games, story time and more! Toddler Tuesdays are the perfect morning activity for children aged 18 months to five years and the parents/caregivers who love them!
Join instructor Jesse Kahat in Peter A. Herrndorf Place for a fully interactive exploration of the performing arts through creative play.

Les Belles Soeurs
2025-11-25 - 2025-11-29
Experience Les Belles Soeurs, a bold and humorous portrayal of 15 Québécois women navigating life, frustration, and camaraderie. When Germaine Lauzon wins a million stamps, a stamping party turns into a lively, audacious exploration of dreams, power, and rivalry. Performed in English, this two-hour production (including intermission) offers a theatrical glimpse into human desire and resilience.

Trees of Hope for CHEO
2025-11-25 - 2026-01-04 | 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa, K1N 8S7, 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa, K1N 8S7
Kick-start the holiday season with this magical fundraiser event! Experience in-person or take a virtual tour of the beautifully decorated Christmas trees in the Fairmont Château Laurier halls then vote for your favourite. Proceeds towards the Trees of Hope event support the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.

Bougie Birch Dreamcatcher Workshop
2025-11-27 | 317 Somerset Street East, Ottawa, K1N 6W2, 317 Somerset Street East, Ottawa, K1N 6W2
Under the guidance of Indigenous artist and educator, Ashley Clark, craft your own dreamcatcher in a 2-3 hour session. The materials will be provided; you bring the inspiration.
Dive into Indigenous artistry, learn about the resilience of Indigenous communities throughout history and be part of a hands-on experience that bridges cultures.
With Bougie Birch, it’s more than a craft — it’s a journey into heritage. Come, connect and create.

The Museum's Christmas Market
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-30 | 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8
Do your holiday shopping at this festive market with over 80 exhibitors offering delicious treats and unique handmade creations, such as Christmas decorations, woodcraft, glass items, artisanal spirits, handcrafted jewelry, amazing fashion accessories and more.

The Museum's Christmas Market
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-30 | 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8
Do your holiday shopping at this festive market with over 100 exhibitors offering delicious treats and unique handmade creations, such as Christmas decorations, woodcraft, glass items, artisanal spirits, handcrafted jewelry, amazing fashion accessories and more. Free admission.

Magic on Set at CINÉ+
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-30 | 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8
Watch Magic on Set in a theatre at the Canadian Museum of History’s CINÉ+! Included with museum admission. This holiday romcom filmed on location around Ottawa’s most iconic spots will surely get you in the holiday spirit!

Christmas at Mādahòkì
2025-11-27 - 2025-12-28 | 4420 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, K2R 1H4, 4420 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, K2R 1H4
Mādahòkì Farm celebrates the holiday season with Indigenous-inspired programming, including the Trail of Lights & Traditions, cultural storytelling, and music. Shop the Indigenous Craft Market, take part in hands-on workshops, and enjoy family-friendly activities like Breakfast with Santa and barnyard visits. Fireside bannock, hot drinks, and over 60 Marketplace vendors add to the festive atmosphere. Private group dining and holiday feasts are also available for a unique seasonal experience.

Museum’s Tree-Lighting
2025-11-27 - 2026-01-11 | 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, K1A 0M8
Marvel at the dazzling red and green lights illuminating the Museum of History’s Plaza. Standing at an astonishing 14 metres high, this Christmas tree is sure to catch your eye.

Sci-fi movie screening of "A Million Days"
2025-11-27 19:00 - 20:30
On the eve of a historic lunar mission, a team of scientists uncovers a sinister AI plot that could threaten humanity. Tensions rise and trust unravels as they race to reveal the true motives of the artificial intelligence. Set in the near future, the film explores themes of survival, technology, and human resilience. Fans of science fiction will enjoy this suspenseful and thought-provoking story.

613Holiday Night Market
2025-11-28 | PO. Box 8235, Station T, Ottawa, K1G 3H7, PO. Box 8235, Station T, Ottawa, K1G 3H7
Proving once again that holiday shopping can actually be fun!
The 613Holiday Night Market offers an indoor shopping experience filled with festive cheer. Explore over 140 vendors featuring unique gifts, delicious food, and seasonal treats.
Admission is free, and the venue is accessible for all. Plus, friendly dogs are welcome, making it a perfect outing for the whole family.
Come and enjoy the holiday spirit in a warm and vibrant setting!

Ottawa 67's
2025-11-28 | 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1S 3W7, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1S 3W7
Enjoy affordable, family-friendly junior men’s hockey games at TD Place Arena at Lansdowne, in the lively downtown Glebe neighbourhood.
Founded in 1967, Canada’s Centennial year, the Ottawa 67’s of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) always provide competitive and fun action on the ice. Players aged 16 to 21 compete to wow crowds of loyal fans—and, perhaps, to impress recruiters from the professional National Hockey League (NHL). In fact, the team has produced more than 100 NHL draft picks, so you might see future stars! As you cheer on the team, keep an eye out for Riley the Raccoon, their adorable masked mascot.
Concession stands at TD Place serve a variety of affordable food options, or you could have a meal or treat at one of the nearby restaurants before or after the game. You can even get to TD Place Arena by cycling or walking along scenic paths from downtown in spring and fall, or by skating along the Rideau Canal in winter. Your ticket stub also gives you free transportation on OC Transpo to and from the game.

Freedom Soirée
2025-11-28
Join Capital Rainbow Refuge for live performances celebrating and supporting the resilience, freedom and fabulousness of the 2SLGBTQ+ refugee community!

Jill Barber - Holly Jolly Jill Barber Christmas
2025-11-28 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Join Jill Barber and her jingly jangly jazz quartet at the NAC as they take you on a nostalgic musical sleigh ride through decades of beloved Christmas standards. You’ll enjoy hot cocoa classics like I’ll be Home for Christmas and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, seasonal favourites like You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch, and heartfelt originals composed by Barber herself.
