All Events
Trick or Treat with the Mayor
Come trick or treat with Mayor Mark Sutcliffe at Ottawa City Hall! Witches and reapers guard the entrance as visitors explore the shadowy halls and courtyard pumpkin patch.
Parkwood Hills Halloween Fun Day
Spooky afternoon of free treats, trick-or-treating, costume contest, and free pumpkin giveaway! Community resources available. Bring the whole family!
Wickedly Westboro Trick-or-Treating
Westboro Village's annual trick-or-treating event with support from Real Canadian Superstore. Get extra use out of those costumes and fill your bag with treats from local shops!
Antiquarian Book Fair Ottawa
Peruse and purchase antique and rare books, maps, and paper ephemera from 20+ dealers. Live presentations on historic bookbinding and book collecting history.
The Ottawa Chocolate Show
Discover the world of chocolate! Meet award-winning chocolate makers from across Canada, sample their creations, attend presentations and pairings. First 25 get goodie bags!
Scarecrow - John Mellencamp Tribute at Hard Rock Cafe
Free John Mellencamp tribute performance at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM after show.
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Join us on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Ottawa's supernatural past as we explore the Bytown Museum.
Alone in the Dark - Cumberland Heritage Village Paranormal Investigation
Small-group paranormal investigation of a recreated 1920s village. This 120-minute hands-on ghost hunting experience includes professional equipment and exclusive after-hours access to multiple historic buildings.
Ghosts of the Mackenzie King Estate
Join us for a moonlight walk around the mysterious Mackenzie King Estate nestled deep inside Gatineau Park, exploring the former Prime Minister's property and passion for spiritualism.
Ottawa Fall Rock N' Gem Show
Four incredible days of discovery! Crystals, fossils, gems, jewelry, and geological wonders from across Canada and beyond. Buy direct from miners, artists, and rock pros.
Sausage Making Class - October 22nd, 2025
Learn the entire sausage-making process at The Piggy Market! Make your own creations with 5 lbs of pork, from seasoning to stuffing, guided by expert Dave.
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 at 7pm.