Ottawa Events Calendar

One World Bazaar
2025-11-21 - 2025-11-23 | 6110 Mitch Owens Road, Manotick Station, K4M 0E2, 6110 Mitch Owens Road, Manotick Station, K4M 0E2
Visit a vintage barn a half-hour drive from downtown Ottawa in Manotick Station to shop for treasures created by artisans from around the world.
One World Bazaar is open for seven weekends in the fall and online all year. Drop by in person and you’ll discover a heritage barn packed with beautiful handmade goods from all over the planet—everything from clothing and jewellery to dishes, home décor and furniture. It’s a kaleidoscope of colours and textures, with racks of colourful silk scarves, shelves laden with vibrant pottery, and hidden corners filled with large wooden animals and stone garden sculptures.
To ensure economic sustainability for their producers, the owners of this family-run enterprise work directly with artisans when possible, develop strong relationships with them, and pay a fair, living wage that allows the crafters to support their families.

LUMINAIRE
2025-11-21 - 2025-12-31 | 55 ByWard Market, Ottawa, K1N 9C3, 55 ByWard Market, Ottawa, K1N 9C3
Enjoy an evening lights show at the ByWard Market (at George and William St) at 5:30 and 7:00pm.

Magic of Lights
2025-11-21 - 2026-01-03 | 401 & 411 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, K2H 8T1, 401 & 411 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, K2H 8T1
Experience the dazzling Magic of Lights drive-through display this winter. Lined with two kilometers of sparkling LED light displays, this event is great for the whole family to safely enjoy from the comfort of your car.

Winter Count: Embracing the Cold
2025-11-21 - 2026-03-22 | 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4, 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4
Explore Winter Count: Embracing the Cold, an exhibition highlighting winter’s influence across cultures and artistic traditions. Featuring over 150 works, it presents Indigenous, Canadian, and European perspectives. Visitors can discover how painters from Canada and Europe capture the effects of light on snow, revealing a shared visual language shaped by the season.

The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
2025-11-21 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-22 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.

Tree Lighting Ceremony at the ByWard Market
2025-11-21 16:00 - 20:00 | 55 ByWard Market, Ottawa, K1N 9C3, 55 ByWard Market, Ottawa, K1N 9C3
The ByWard Market welcomes you to George Street Plaza from 4 to 8 p.m. for a festive evening featuring a dazzling Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m., a mesmerizing light show, lively brass band performances, and a giveaway of warm, freshly-made BeaverTails.
The event is free and open to everyone!

Tree Lighting in Orléans Town Centre
2025-11-21 17:00 - 20:00
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Orléans Town Centre’s 3rd Annual Tree Lighting on Friday, November 21. Enjoy festive performances by School of Rock, browse unique vendors at the Night Market, and delight in complimentary treats — hot chocolate for the first 300 attendees and cookies from Stuffed Cookies by Kat for the first 500. Kids can take part in hands-on crafts, and guests are encouraged to support local families through donations to the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre. The evening culminates with the lighting of the iconic community tree at 6:30 p.m., creating a joyful celebration of music, treats, shopping, and togetherness.

Savio Joseph Wonderstruck Tour
2025-11-21 19:00 - 23:00
Step into Wonderstruck, a one-man theatrical experience where magic, mystery, and audience interaction turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Starring Savio Joseph, Canada’s Got Talent finalist, the show features sleight of hand, impossible predictions, and mind-bending illusions that leave audiences amazed. This unforgettable performance invites visitors to become part of the magic for a night of wonder and surprise.

BIF NAKED - Award-Winning Documentary Film, Concert and Q & A
2025-11-21 20:00 - 22:45
Bif Naked is featured in a special documentary screening followed by a live acoustic performance and Q&A session. The film explores her career, resilience, and influence on Canadian music. Guests will experience her music up close and hear insights directly from the artist. This event celebrates Bif Naked’s enduring impact and creative achievements.

The Outlaw and The Son. A Western Noir told by Stoney Martins
2025-11-21 20:00 - 2025-11-22 21:15 | The Outlaw and The Son. A Western Noir told by Stoney Martins, Atelier Theatre, Arts Court, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6E2
Join us on November 21 & 22 at the Atelier Theatre for The Outlaw and the Son (OATS)—a powerful fusion of live rock music and live theatre that explores the joys, struggles, and humanity of fatherhood.
Created by Ottawa singer-songwriter Tony Martins and guitarist Chris William Martin, this intimate two-man show tells the fictional story of a mysterious cowboy torn between distance and reconciliation with his son. With original music, haunting guitar soundscapes, and evocative staging, OATS is a one-of-a-kind performance that speaks to the bond between parent and child.

ADAAWE Indigenous Holiday Market
2025-11-22
Join the ADAAWE Indigenous Business Hub for a festive celebration! Discover unique products and gifts from over 20 local Indigenous vendors, perfect for your holiday shopping. Warm up with complimentary bannock and tea, traditional favorites that will get you in the holiday spirit. Try your luck with exciting giveaways and soak in the festive ambiance filled with good cheer. This is more than just a market – it’s a gathering of community, culture, and celebration.

St. Pat's Artisan & Craft Show
2025-11-22
Exhibition/sale with more than 125 local artisans. Shop for items such as jewellery, baby items, candles, photographs, paintings, books, and more.

St. Pat's Artisan & Craft Show
2025-11-22
Exhibition/sale with more than 100 local artisans. Shop for items such as jewellery, baby items, candles, photographs, paintings, books, and more.

Help Santa Toy Parade
2025-11-22 | 15 blocks from Wellington Street to Gladstone Avenue, Ottawa, K2P 0A6, 15 blocks from Wellington Street to Gladstone Avenue, Ottawa, K2P 0A6
Come see Santa Claus and friends at this popular parade! If you can, bring a gift or donation for the Salvation Army’s Toy Mountain, to help those in need.

Chamberfest Concert Series
2025-11-22 | , Ottawa, , Ottawa
Make sure to catch an incredible music show from this Concert Series this fall and winter. Featuring Canadian and international artists, this season’s Concert Series is sure to be one of Chamberfest™’s best series to date.

Watson's Mill's Christmas Craft Market
2025-11-22 - 2025-11-23 | 5525 Dickinson Street, Manotick, K4M 1A2, 5525 Dickinson Street, Manotick, K4M 1A2
Complete your Christmas shopping with a unique local touch at the annual Watson Mill’s Christmas Market. With two floors of distinct artisans to explore you are sure to find something that catches your eye!

Aurora Ball
2025-11-22 17:30 - 22:00 | The Westin Ottawa, 1 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9H4 Canada, The Westin Ottawa, 1 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9H4 Canada
An inspiring evening honouring the legacy of 30 extraordinary years of community, care and impact through The Ottawa Cancer Foundation.
Step into an unforgettable evening at the Aurora Ball! Enjoy an electrifying live performance by The Strumbellas, celebrate devoted changemakers with the Aurora Impact Awards, and feel the energy soar during our powerful Fund-a-Need Auction led by the one and only Layne the Auctionista.

Aurora Ball: Celebrating Milestones
2025-11-22 18:00 - 23:00
A dazzling night of dancing, dining, and drinks, featuring a performance by a surprise musical guest. Join us in celebrating The Ottawa Cancer Foundation’s 30th anniversary, uplifting our community in milestones big and small.

Gala Noël: Holiday Kickoff!
2025-11-22 19:00 - 21:00
Ring in the season with a holiday concert in Ottawa! Inspired by PBS’s A Carnegie Hall Christmas Concert (1991), Gala Noël is an elegant and multifaceted evening capturing the festive spirit with a signature Chamberfest twist. Audiences can expect a dazzling showcase of classical chamber music, opera, and jazz, brought to life by outstanding Canadian artists from coast to coast to coast — performing festive favourites that radiate the warmth and joy of the season.
This year’s Gala Noël also proudly highlights the 40th anniversary of the Canada Council for the Arts Musical Instrument Bank, honouring its remarkable contribution to the development of Canada’s finest string players. In tribute to this legacy, the concert will spotlight current Instrument Bank laureates, celebrated alumni, and esteemed guest performers from across the country.

Nick Maclean's SNAGGLE feat the ALI BROS
2025-11-22 19:30 - 22:30
Bold, fearless, and interstellar—Snaggle feat. the Ali Bros brings a high-energy fusion of jazz, rock, and science fiction to the stage. Led by JUNO-nominated pianist Nick Maclean, this electric ensemble performs a new suite of works inspired by Isaac Asimov’s Foundation saga. With soaring horns, driving rhythms, and explosive improvisation, the group takes audiences on a sonic journey through galaxies of sound and imagination.

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.

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!
