Geek Hoard Haul-oween
2025-10-19 10:00 - 17:00 UTC
Celebrate all things geeky with a spooky twist at this pop-up convention and market. Explore around 90 vendors offering comics, games, collectibles, art, and Halloween-themed items, and enjoy cosplay, special guests, and interactive activities. This family-friendly event welcomes visitors of all ages with free admission.

The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
2025-10-19 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-20 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-21 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-22 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-23 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-24 11:00 - 16:00 | 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.

Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa
2025-10-21 - 2025-12-26 | 330 Kent Street, Ottawa, K2P 2A6, 330 Kent Street, Ottawa, K2P 2A6
This family friendly musical production celebrates all things Canadian! The two-hour show features famous characters singing Canadian hits, plus an optional Canadian meal. During Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa, you’ll see some of your favourite Canadian pop culture personalities, such as a Mountie, a Hockey Player, Anne of Green Gables and Klondike Kitty. They all sing songs by artists like Paul Anka, Celine Dion, Shania Twain, the Barenaked Ladies, Avril Lavigne, Justin Bieber and many more. The performances are accompanied by a live band.If you choose to opt into the dining option, performers serve you a delicious Canadian meal during the show. Alcoholic beverages are also available. This show is presented by Totally Legit Productions.

Soirée Salus 2025
2025-10-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Embassy of France, 42 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1M 1P5 Canada, Embassy of France, 42 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1M 1P5 Canada
Soirée Salus, presented by TD, is Ottawa Salus’s signature fundraising event—an unforgettable evening in celebration of supportive housing, hope and the power of community. Hosted at the prestigious French Embassy Residence, this one-of-a-kind event brings together community leaders, Salus supporters, and like-minded individuals who believe that everyone deserves a safe place to call home.
Enjoy an evening of French-inspired food, live music, and exclusive live and silent auction items, all in support of the people at the heart of our mission. Together, we’ll celebrate stories of resilience, recognize community champions, and raise critical funds to support stable housing and integrated mental health services for those who need it most.
✨New addition — This year’s program will also feature the debut of two special honours:
🏆 Salus Community Champion Award, awarded to Eli Tannis
Eli Tannis has transformed lives through his generosity, advocacy, and leadership, including championing the creation of Karen’s Place, a 42-unit supportive housing complex in memory of his beloved sister, Karen Nesrallah. He continues to strengthen Salus through seasonal giving, sponsorships, and meaningful community engagement.

🏆 Salus Changemaker Award, awarded to McDonald Brothers Construction
McDonald Brothers Construction has advanced supportive housing with sustainable, purpose-built projects for veterans, at-risk youth, and older adults with mental health challenges. Their industry leadership is matched by a strong community spirit, giving back and strengthening Ottawa’s culture of care and collaboration.

Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to Salus, we’d love for you to be part of this special evening. Every ticket purchased helps build a more inclusive, healthier city—one person, one home, one connection at a time.

AI & You: Reshaping the Future of Health Care
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:30 | AI & You: Reshaping the Future of Health Care, Canadian Museum of Nature
AI is transforming health care – discover what this means for you at “AI & You: Reshaping the Future of Health Care”
Curious about the role of artificial intelligence in health care? Whether you’re excited, skeptical, or just want to learn more, AI & You is your opportunity to get real answers from experts on the front lines of this transformation.
Join us for AI & You, a free, 90-minute hybrid event designed for patients, caregivers, students, donors, and anyone interested in the future of care. Ask questions, hear directly from top experts, and discover how AI could shape your next health care experience.
What to Expect
• Short, engaging presentations from health care professionals, researchers, and legal experts
• A live Q&A session where you can ask your own questions
• An informal reception with light refreshments (for in-person attendees)
Event Details
🗓 Date: Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
🕕 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (informal reception from 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)
📍 Location: The Canadian Museum of Nature + Online
🎤 Moderator: CBC’s Rebecca Zandbergen
🎟 Cost: Free (registration required)
Why Attend?
This event is designed to be accessible, engaging, and informative – no technical background needed! It’s a space to learn, ask questions, and gain real-world insight into how AI is already affecting health care, and where things may be headed next.
Register now to save your spot and be part of an important conversation about the future of health care.
We hope to see you there!

Gatineau Hills Fiddle Festival
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-26
Learn from and watch Canada’s finest fiddlers and accompanists during this three-day annual festival.

The Rocky Horror Show
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-26
Experience The Rocky Horror Show live on stage, where sweethearts Brad and Janet stumble into Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s eerie mansion and meet a houseful of wild characters. This energetic musical features elaborate dances, rock songs, and the unforgettable creation “Rocky.” Audience warning: flashing lights, theatrical haze, loud sound effects, mature content, and adult themes — parental guidance advised. Run time: approx. 2 hours, including intermission.

The Hyde Beer Dinner: A Curated Experience
2025-10-23 17:30 - 20:00 | The Hyde Beer Dinner: A Curated Experience, 15 George Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 8W5
Join us at The Hyde on Thursday, October 23 from 5:30 – 8:00 PM for an elevated evening where craft beer and culinary artistry meet. Begin with a welcome beer cocktail and chef-crafted canapés, then sit down to a four-course menu from Chef Connor. Each dish will be paired with a thoughtfully selected beer, guided by Robert Goulet—our resident expert in hops, malts, and all things beer.
This intimate dinner is designed to showcase the harmony of flavour, craft, and community.
Your ticket includes: Welcome beer cocktail, three canapés during reception, four-course dinner by Chef Connor, guided beer pairings by Robert Goulet.

Ron Sexsmith - Hangover Terrace Tour
2025-10-24 | 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, K1P 5W1
Ron Sexsmith is a three-time Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter from St Catharines, Ontario. Sexsmith’s songwriting style evolved into a unique and timeless blend of classic pop, contemporary folk, and roots-rock idioms. He has built a steadfast reputation with critics and with some of his own songwriting heroes (Elton John, Ray Davies, John Prine, Gordon Lightfoot, Leonard Cohen and Paul McCartney) for his characteristically honest, sensitive, and enduring approach to the songwriting craft.

Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-25 | 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.

Stittsville Haunted Heritage Tours
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-25
Combine a riveting historical tour on the quaint and eerie town of Stittsville with a haunted twist to get this annual heritage tour.

Studio B Horror
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-26
From the filmmakers at 1D Studios comes Studio B Horror — Ottawa’s most immersive haunt. Step inside real movie sets and enter the terrifying world of Andi Cryst, a cult horror creator whose B-movie nightmares come to life. With limited entry for each group, every scream and every scare feels up close and unforgettable.

Primal Fear at Escape Manor
2025-10-24 13:00 - 2025-11-01 23:30
Dare to enter Escape Manor’s Primal Fear, a chilling Halloween-themed escape room experience featuring new puzzles, a haunting atmosphere, and a few spooky surprises along the way. Gather your bravest friends and prepare for Escape Manor’s biggest scares yet—if you dare. For more information on the event, consult their website.

The Ottawa Chocolate Show
2025-10-25
Meet award-winning chocolate makers, chat, sample their chocolate and take home a few bars! Sit in on presentations, workshops and pairings to delve further into the delectable world of chocolate.

DanceMomsOttawa
2025-10-25
DanceMomsOttawa hosts monthly dance parties for people over the age of 40 in the Ottawa area.
Round up your girlfriends or grab your partner and join DanceMomsOttawa to dance the night away!
Forget mom-ing for a night and take a break on the dance floor!

World Multicultural Festival
2025-10-25
Celebrate our strength in diversity: the festival brings together people of all ages and nationalities to experience the richness of the cultural fabric that make up our communities. Enjoy live multicultural performances, musical performances, multicultural fashion shows, and much more!

Haunted Prom
2025-10-25
Whiprnsapr Brewing’s annual Halloween bash is back — and this year, it’s a haunted prom! Dress to impress in your best black-tie or spooky attire and enjoy a night of boos, brews, and eerie elegance. Your ticket includes themed snacks, a live DJ, photo ops, and a boutonnière or corsage to complete the look. Limited tickets available — grab yours and get ready to slay!

Antiquarian Book Fair
2025-10-25 - 2025-10-26
Peruse and purchase antique and rare books of all genres, as well as maps and paper ephemera. Demonstrations and talks on historic book binding techniques, the history of books and book collecting throughout the weekend. Enter the world of books and experience a bibliophile’s best day out.

Halloween Heist
2025-10-25 - 2025-10-26
Mischief is afoot at the Billings Estate National Historic Site! Families are invited to explore the museum grounds in a fun, self-guided adventure filled with games and activities designed for young children. Costumes are encouraged as visitors discover seasonal surprises and enjoy a playful day at Ottawa’s oldest wood-frame house. For more information on the event, consult their website.

Halloween Hijinks
2025-10-25 - 2025-10-26
Celebrate all things silly, fun, and a little bit spooky at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum. Perfect for families with young children, this playful Halloween event features entertainment, crafts, and seasonal activities in a charming heritage setting. Guests can enjoy performances by local entertainers, including stilt walkers, magicians, and more. For more information on the event, consult their website.

Art + Parcel: A Holiday Sale
2025-10-25 - 2026-01-11 | 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5
Galerie Annexe and the OAG Shop are pleased to present their annual holiday showcase, Art + Parcel.
In addition to the original regional artwork featured at the Galerie Annexe, all priced under $1,000, the OAG Shop offers unique gift-giving opportunities with Canadian-made ceramics, jewellery, homewares, kids crafts, art prints, books and much more.
Find great, local gifts for everyone on your list (and maybe something for yourself as well), while supporting Canadian artists and the Ottawa Art Gallery.

No Place at Corridor 45|75
2025-10-25 - 2026-03-22 | City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1, City Hall, Ottawa, K1P 1J1
No Place is an exhibition by Ottawa-Gatineau artist Shannon Whittle featuring a series of reproduced and reconfigured paintings of imagined landscapes. Drawing on historical landscape painting, media imagery, and personal experience, Whittle explores the delicate interconnections of ecosystems threatened by the climate crisis and human activity. Her layered, textural works evoke both grief and hope, offering space to reflect on new ways of relating to the natural world. For more information on the event, consult their website.

Carp Farmers’ Market
2025-10-25 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.

Main Street Farmers' Market
2025-10-25 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.
