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Every festival, concert, market and family event happening in Ottawa and across the National Capital Region, collected from official municipal calendars and refreshed daily.
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Crave Food and Wine Festival
Come enjoy tasty food and sip on delicious wine! As hospitality and entertainment engineers in the National Capital Region (NCR), this festival will revitalize the downtown core of Ottawa! With an epicurean festival that truly fosters the long-term engagement between the Ottawa c…
Magic of Lights
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.
Tree Lighting and Night Market - Heart of Orléans BIA
Celebrate the holiday season at the Second Annual Holiday Night Market and 4th Annual Tree Lighting in Orléans. Enjoy an evening filled with festive spirit as the Heart of Orléans BIA hosts its annual tree lighting ceremony in the courtyard during the night market. Bring family a…
Chocolate & Cheer - Holiday Launch Party
Celebrate the holiday season at Hummingbird Chocolate Maker in Almonte with Chocolate & Cheer, a festive launch of its holiday collection. Sample chocolate, sip festive cocktails and browse seasonal treats and gifts from Hummingbird alongside Grace in the Kitchen, Meredith Kucey…
BenDeLaCreme Presents The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show
**Français à suivre / French to follow ** MUST BE 19+ TO ATTEND. Doors open at 6:00PM. The show is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM. Hard Rock LIVE is located within Hard Rock Casino Ottawa. Must be 19+ to attend. Valid photo ID required. A second piece of photo ID may be requested.…
Varsity Basketball: Algonquin Wolves vs. St. Lawrence Surge
Parking: Paid parking is in effect at all times. Parking lot 8 is closest to our Varsity Gymnasium. Parking is a $6.00 flat rate on weekends and after 5:00 pm on weekdays in Lots 8, 9, 10 and 12. Use promo code WOLVES50 for a 50% discount on the HonkAPP! Children: Kids 12 years o…
The Brokes: The Strokes Experience
GENERAL ADMISSION - LEGAL AGE 19+The Brokes - Canadas Premier Strokes TributeLicensed 19+ w/ photo IDARTIST PRESALE: WED AUG 5 10AMSPECTRASONIC PRESALE: WED AUG 5 10AMVENUE PRESALE: WED AUG 5 10AMPUBLIC ONSALE: FRI AUG 7 10AMThe Brokes are a note-for-note tribute to the Strokes f…
Protest the Hero, Choke, Kaonashi
GENERAL ADMISSION - ALL AGES / 19+ TO DRINKProtest the Hero (Whitby prog metal) with very special guests Choke (Edmonton punk rock) Kaonashi (Philadelphia post-hardcore) all ages admitted, 19+ w/ photo ID to drink general admission/standing floor general admission/seated balcony…
Marci
GENERAL ADMISSION - LEGAL AGE 19+Marci (of TOPS, Montreal pop)and very special guests TBAlicensed 19+ w/ photo IDWhen we last heard from Marci aka Marta Cikojevic, she was dancing the pain away on 2022s Marci. A longtime member of Montreal soft-rock group TOPS, Marci established…
Heated Rivalry Dance Party Ottawa at The 27 Club - Nov 20 2026
Legal age 19+. Photo I.D. RequiredOttawa, on Friday November 20th we are heating up! Join us at The 27 Club for a Heated Rivalry dance party you don't want to miss! Friday November 20 2026 The 27 Club Doors: 10:40pm End: 2am Must be 19+ with Valid Physical Photo ID. Tickets are n…
Bonfire: Improvised Tales of Terror
Gather around the campfire for Bonfire: Improvised Tales of Terror, an immersive horror experience where every story unfolds in the moment. Inspired by ghost stories, eerie encounters and unsettling twists, this improvised performance weaves unexpected connections and chilling po…
Ottawa Senators
Take in the electric atmosphere of an NHL game in Canada’s capital and watch pro hockey players compete in the national winter sport. The Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League (NHL) play against rivals like the Montréal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs, among other C…
Maestro: Competitive Improv Comedy
Ten improvisational comedians compete in a fast-paced live competition presented by Westboro Improv Theatre. Performers create scenes and games inspired by audience suggestions while facing elimination rounds throughout the evening. With the audience helping decide the outcome, o…
Anyone can sculpt ice
Discover the fundamentals of ice sculpting in a guided, hands on workshop experience. Participants are introduced to essential techniques for carving small scale ice sculptures, including safety practices, proper tool handling, and foundational artistic methods. Led in an indoor…
ADAAWE Indigenous Holiday Market
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 spiri…
Master Piano Recital Series
Discover exceptional classical piano performances with the Master Piano Recital Series, produced and directed by Roland Graham. Showcasing accomplished pianists with a special focus on young and emerging artists, the series offers audiences an opportunity to experience remarkable…
Queer Latin Dance Night
Discover Latin social dancing in a welcoming and inclusive community setting for queer and trans participants and their allies. The event features guided salsa and bachata lessons followed by social dancing, offering opportunities to learn new steps, practise with others and conn…
Remix Wrestling Presents...Broadhead: Higher
Part house party, part rock concert, all noise. The music is cranked, the beer is ice cold, and a packed crowd is on its feet cheering, singing, and laughing together. In the middle of it all, wrestlers are flying through the air and the room erupts with every big moment. The ene…
Varsity Basketball: Algonquin Wolves vs. Loyalist Lancers
Parking: Paid parking is in effect at all times. Parking lot 8 is closest to our Varsity Gymnasium. Parking is a $6.00 flat rate on weekends and after 5:00 pm on weekdays in Lots 8, 9, 10 and 12. Use promo code WOLVES50 for a 50% discount on the HonkAPP! Children: Kids 12 years o…
Alan Cross presents UNCHARTED: Live in Ottawa
EARLY SHOW ADDED - 3:30PM DOORS Alan Cross - UNCHARTED: Live In Ottawa Uncharted: Crime & Mayhem In The Music Industry is the award-winning podcast that looks at the intersection of true crime and the world of music. Hosted by renowned music journalist Alan Cross, this podcast ch…
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What is happening in Ottawa this weekend?
The Ottawa weekend page lists every festival, market, concert and family event running Friday through Sunday in Ottawa, ON, taken from the official municipal calendar and refreshed daily.
Are there free events in Ottawa?
Yes. Filter any Ottawa listing by Free to see events with no admission charge - usually outdoor concerts, community festivals, library programs and farmers markets.
Where does this Ottawa event information come from?
Events are collected automatically from official municipal and regional calendars, then de-duplicated and categorised. Every listing links back to the page it came from, so the organiser is always one click away.
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Ingestion runs daily, and each event page shows when it was last checked. A cancelled event keeps its page with the cancellation marked rather than vanishing, so a link you already have will tell you it is off.