October 2026 Events (110 events)

EEPMON

Come to the Jackson Café to discover two large murals, featuring the digital artwork of Eric Chan (aka eepmon)! In Futur…

Hard Rock Cafe Ottawa Live Performances

Every Friday and Saturday evening Hard Rock Cafe has FREE live concerts starting at 9:30PM

613 Flea Market at Aberdeen Pavilion

Ottawa's largest indoor vintage and artisan market featuring 150 vendors offering antiques, vintage clothing, handmade g…

Ottawa Farmers' Market

From the heart of the land to the heart of the city ? welcome to our Winter Farmers' Market season! Join 75+ local vendo…

English Conversation Group / Groupe de conversation en angla…

Join our free English Conversation Group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All leve…

Stittsville Cozy Crafters

Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if…

Write With Us!

The Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) and the Orléans Branch invite you to join us for our writing workshops: Write Wit…

Employment Support

Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…

Fibre Fridays | Vendredis en bouts de laine

Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc) and share tips and tricks, ideas and conversa…

613flea

Don?t miss the ever-changing marketplace that features eclectic goods, handmade, antiques, vintage clothing, great foods…

Groupe de conversation en français | French Conversation Gro…

Pratiquez votre français dans un milieu décontracté et amical.Practice your French conversation skills in a relaxed and…

Capital Region Writers Group: Write-In

You’re invited to join the CRWG for a “Write-in”: dedicated work time where you can thrive in the camaraderie of working…

Employment Support

Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…

Memory Café

**Please note that the Monday, January 5th session is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.** An open house for…

An Afternoon of Fun and Games for Adults! Une après-midi de…

Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to brin…

Orléans Writing Group

Get feedback on your writing (any genre)and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback…

Genealogy Drop-In

Want to learn more about your family history or getting stuck working on your family tree? Drop-in to work on your famil…

Homework Help / Aide aux devoirs

Come and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Led by United for Literacy volunteers. For students…

Groupe de conversation en français / French Conversation Gro…

Participez notre groupe de conversation, dans une ambiance amicale et décontractée, afin d'améliorer vos habiletés con…

Knit & Knatter

Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch. Knitters of all abilities are welcom…

Knitting and Crochet Club / Groupe de tricot et crochet

Bring your knitting or crochet project and share advice, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For adults of…

Reading Group #1

Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere! Drop-in. Sept-June.1st Wednesday of the month. (Some exceptio…

The Great Yarn Club of Manotick

Join us at yarn club!Knitters, crocheters, needle workers, rug hookers – all are welcome to socialize with fellow yarn c…

Carp Book Club

Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in program.This group meets the first T…

Employment Support Workshops

Are you looking for a job? Learn all the necessary skills to do so at the Elmvale Acres Branch of the Ottawa Public Libr…

Vernon Book Club

Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.First Thurs…

Miniature Gaming

Interested in miniature gaming with toy soldiers? Join in to play science fiction, high fantasy and historical games. Pr…

Newcomer Support Drop-in

New to Canada? Looking for support with school, work, or your social life?Drop-in to meet with a settlement youth outrea…

Nepean Centrepointe Book Club

Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome!Every second Thurs…

Orléans Book Chats

Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Second Thursday of every month. New members wel…

North Gloucester Book Club

Meet up with other book lovers in the neighborhood and chat about the monthly pick. See the book list below for links to…

Storytelling Open Mic

Storytelling Open Mic is a perfect place for newcomers to discover oral storytelling in a warm and supportive atmosphere…

Elmvale Acres Book Club

Meet up with fellow book enthusiasts for a discussion of the month's chosen book.February 23rd: Finding Edward by Sheila…

Stittsville Branch Afternoon Book Club

The Stittsville Branch Afternoon Book Club meet on the third Monday of most months and read a variety of fiction and non…

Eastern Tour of Beechwood Cemetery

The eastern half of Beechwood Cemetery is rich with cultural and military history. Participants will visit some of the c…

Happily Ever After Book Club

If you are a love story lover, join us each month for discussions on romance novels in a relaxed atmosphere! From enemie…

The Heart of Orléans Market

The Heart of Orléans Market is a vibrant, community-driven outdoor market that brings together local makers, farmers, ar…

Western Tour of Beechwood Cemetery

Sign up here! Walking through the western half of Beechwood Cemetery is like walking through the history of early Canada…

Crazy Bear Bounce World 2026

Guinness World Record-holding inflatable amusement park spanning 3 acres with over 50,000 sq ft of interconnected bounci…

Metcalfe Fair - 170th Annual Agricultural Exhibition

Celebrating 170 years, this premier agricultural exhibition features livestock shows, demolition derby, midway rides, 4-…

Rheostatics

Rheostatics have been one of Canada’s most original and unpredictable bands since forming in 1979. With a dozen acclaime…

Les Charbonniers de l'enfer: The F-I FI, N-I NI show

“Time passes, and it takes its time,” as the song goes. And time has passed… More than 30 years of happily mining, here…

Bring Me The Horizon

Bring Me The Horizon are a generational force reshaping heavy music and youth culture. Led by Oli Sykes, the Sheffield b…

REDBLACKS vs Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Right to Food Day Block Party

Enjoy free food, music, kids activities, engage with PFC and our community partners about food security, and above all H…

Kleztory

With a dazzling stage presence, Kleztory combines the emotion and warmth of klezmer music with a feverish energy that tr…

Floydium: Canada's Pink Floyd Show

Floydium, the eight-piece Toronto-based band is renowned as Canada’s Pink Floyd Show. Formed in 2012, Floydium is dedica…

The Zolas - Swooner Anniversary Tour

Presented by spectrasonic with the support of Ontario Creates, SAW and Collective Arts

Metric with Broken Social Scene & Stars

Canadian Indie Icons Announce All the Feelings Tour Longtime friends and acclaimed Canadian indie bands Metric, Broken S…

Harvest Night Market

Celebrate the harvest with our final night market of the season! Shop peak season produce and local goods, enjoy live mu…

Nikamu Mamuitun – Chansons rassembleuses: Mamowi – Ensemble

Since 2017, Nikamu Mamuitun has been celebrating encounters between Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists through music.…

Begonia: The Fantasy Life Tour

Begonia is your best friend. She’s the whimsical fairy on your shoulder, making you feel all at once comfortable to be y…

Danny Bhoy: Dear World...

Scottish comedy superstar Danny Bhoy returns for his 9th cross-Canada tour with a globally celebrated hit! Known for his…

Neige sur Abidjan: Autofiction between here and Africa

In this touching and intimate work of autofiction, Iannicko N’Doua takes us on a coming-of-age journey across years and…

Queen: It's a Kinda Magic

Are you ready to rock?! Direct from Australia, the hit tribute returns to Canada in 2026—bigger, better and louder than…

John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50: Not dead yet!

## An Unmissable Night of Absurdity, Laughter, and Legendary Comedy! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrat…

Capital Music Awards: Ottawa Music Industry Coalition

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the National Arts Centre and be part of the magic of music as we celebrate Ottaw…

Their Master's Voice: with John Malkovich

Their Master’s Voice is an impressive and unclassifiable show starring a true legend, actor John Malkovich. In this inte…

Matinee Café: Silk Road Diaries

Sit back and get ready to be taken on a magical, musical journey from China via India and to Italy. Musicians Ran Wang (…

Matinée Café: Silk Road Diaries

Sit back and get ready to be taken on a magical, musical journey from China via India and to Italy. Musicians Ran Wang (…

She Carries the Song Featuring Lacey Hill, Celeigh Carinal &…

An intimate and powerful evening of music, story, and spirit from three celebrated Indigenous voices. Celeigh Cardinal (…

danses vagabondes: Louise Lacavalier │Fou Glorieux

Untethered and Unstoppable Louise Lecavalier’s latest solo has enraptured audiences in Canada and Europe. In danses vaga…

Roderick Cox and the Scottish Symphony: With the NAC Orchest…

A few things to know ... Nature, poetry, and history come alive in this program of music spanning three centuries. Be wh…

Hellarious: The World’s Funniest & Bloodiest Magic Show

Hellarious is an electrifying grand illusion spectacle with hilarious characters that’ll leave you speechless, laughing…

REDBLACKS vs Toronto Argonauts

Bruce Cockburn

Bruce Cockburn has enjoyed an illustrious career shaped by politics, spirituality, and musical diversity. His remarkable…

Atlético Ottawa vs. Forge FC

Howl-O-ween

It's a PAW-ty! Join us for the 2nd annual Halloween dog parade and market, with fundraising for local dog rescues. Organ…

The Black Keys

The story of Ohio Players—The Black Keys ’twelfth studio album and a record unlike any other in their long ride through…

An Evening with Zadie Smith: Bestselling author of White Tee…

Zadie Smith, born in North London in 1975 to an English father and Jamaican mother, studied English at Cambridge and gra…

Sing Pitch Perfect with Deke Sharon & Splüsh

"The Father of Contemporary A Cappella…" – Entertainment Weekly "Completely amazing, I forgot there wasn't an orchestra!…

Spooky Symphony: NAC Orchestra Family Adventures

It’s all treats, no tricks inside Southam Hall! From an excerpt from The Sorcerer’s Apprentice to the theme from Ghostbu…

Ottawa Rapid FC vs. Vancouver Rise FC

Ray Chen in recital: Great Performers Series

Violinist Ray Chen first gained international attention after winning the Queen Elisabeth Competition and has since buil…

CBC Radio’s The Debaters

The Debaters is the CBC hit comedy radio show, now in its 21st season, where comics go toe-to-toe in a battle of laughs…

Rogers v. Rogers

This production is part of the GCTC 26/27 Season. [Image description: Text per below. On a brown textured background, a…

Loreena McKennitt: The Mask and Mirror: 30th Anniversary Tou…

Next fall, award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter, Loreena McKennitt, will be commemorating the 30th anniversary of he…

Mamatinées

It’s basically a mother-and-baby fair, where local businesses showcase how they meet the needs of both current and futur…

Tramp of the Century - the Ultimate Tribute to Supertramp

For more than fifteen years, six musicians have shared the same fervour: that of Supertramp. Their career, punctuated by…

Danças Ocultas

Hailing from Águeda, Portugal, Danças Ocultas is an accordion quartet with a unique sound, crafted over the past 35 year…

Chris Funk: Redefining Wonder

Simon Cowell said: “I’ve never seen anything like it!“ The wonderist himself has traveled the world sharing his style of…

Cold War Speaker Series 2026

We invite you to join us virtually this fall to hear from experts about a variety of relevant Cold War themes and events…

JImmy Carr: Laughs Funny Tour

Jonathan Van Ness - Hot & Healed

Fresh off two globally successful comedy tours that sold out theaters in over 40 cities worldwide, Jonathan returns to t…

STAR WARS and beyond: The music of John Williams

Feel the power of the Force in John Williams’s legendary music from the Star Wars saga! Since the release of the first S…

ABBA Revisited

ABBA REVISITED recreates the magic of the iconic Swedish pop group with authentic costumes, spectacular harmonies, and n…

Spectrasonic Presents: Skrizzly Adams

with special guest Braden Foulkes All Ages/Licensed 19+ - bar service with photo ID Presented with the support of Ontari…

Vegans Who Snack Food and Art Festival - Oct

An all vegan, small business food and art festival! Organised by Little Jo Berry's

Capital Region Writers Group: Write-In

Join your fellow writers to get excited for Capital Region Writers' marathon month in November! Build emergency plot kit…

The Last of the Duke Street Kings

The Last of the Duke Street Kings is one of the premier Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band tributes in North Americ…

Allison Russell: with AHI

Montreal born and Nashville based, Allison Russell is a Grammy, Juno, Americana and Folk Awards winning artist, actor, a…

Louise Pitre

Canada’s first lady of musical theatre and Tony Award nominee, Louise Pitre, will take to the Harold Shenkman stage. In…

Leonard Cohen: Ten Years Gone

Cohen's music sold out the Gladstone one year after his death. Ten years after losing this towering figure, we ask, “Wha…

Jane Eyre

Charlotte Brontë’s haunting novel comes to the stage in a new adaptation by one of Canada’s most exciting playwrights. E…

Waahli - Soap Club

With his ancestral rhythms, captivating performances and incisive lyrics, Waahli presents an alternative hip-hop that ta…

Stravinsky Stories: Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet

With the NAC Orchestra From Folklore to Fantasy For Christopher Stowell’s first programmed season as RWB’s new artistic…

Toddlers’ Halloween Hunt 2026

Our annual Toddlers’ Halloween Hunt is back! Bring your little ones for a day of fun to get into the Halloween spirit. C…

Day of the Dead Festival

Canada’s largest Day of the Dead 10th anniversary at ByWard Market: music, art, food.

Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Conc…

Disney Concerts, Disney+ and AEG Presents jointly revealed tour dates and on-sale information for the next “Worlds Colli…

Afro-Andean Funk: Todo Migra Tour

El español sigue al texto en inglés Araceli Poma grew up in the Andes of Peru, in the house of her grandmother, Mamá Nie…

Philippe Bond - Rebondir

Comedian Philippe Bond returns with his 4th one-man-show, filled with new stories and reflections. They say that whateve…

The Psychology of Cults

## “The chilling truths behind cult indoctrination, brainwashing, and survival.” From the same people who brought you Th…

À poils: Explosive, immersive stage experience you can dive…

Don’t miss this mind-blowing Unidentified Furry Object from France! To the sound of electric guitars, three rather tough…

Trivia Tuesdays at The Barley Mow

Test your knowledge every Tuesday night at The Barley Mow! Grab your smartest friends (or the funniest ones) for trivia…

Toddler Tuesdays at National Arts Centre

Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creat…

Art n Tell – Monthly Artist Showcase

Monthly open mic for visual and performing artists of all disciplines and skill levels to showcase their work in a suppo…

Canadian War Museum - Free Thursday Evenings

Free museum admission every Thursday evening with special exhibitions on Canadian military history. Reservations require…

Thirsty Thursdays

Drag the Archive: Photographs of Queer Gender Performance

A collaborative exhibition showcasing the life and work of drag performer Paul "Peaches Latour" Fournier and queer right…

Barrio del Sabor (Latin Dance Sundays)

A free weekly Latin dance night at Barrio Ottawa with a beginner/intermediate lesson at 7:00 PM and a social dance party…