Entertainment Events in Downtown
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Damn Spooky Improv
Get ready to get SPOOKY! Utility Infield is taking over for a night of improvised thrills, terrible decisions, and very…
Powwow Life-Drawing
Come join us for this two-hour life-drawing session where you can capture the dynamic beauty of powwow dances and their…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Night Raiders
Join us for a free screening of Night Raiders as part of our "Indigenous Chills and Thrills" movie theme for October. Th…
danses vagabondes: Louise Lacavalier │Fou Glorieux
Untethered and Unstoppable Louise Lecavalier’s latest solo has enraptured audiences in Canada and Europe. In danses vaga…
Halloween Movie Night at Rideau with Ottawa Horror Club
Join us at the Rideau Branch for an extra special Halloween movie night, co-hosted by the Ottawa Horror Club! In additio…
Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
Due to popular demand, TotoToo is bringing back our sold-out hit production of Richard O’Briens The Rocky Horror Show! G…
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…
Toronto Comedy All Stars: Celebrating 12 years of sold out s…
*This show has sold out for 11 seasons in a row so purchasing advanced tickets is highly recommended* Boasting dozens of…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Slash/Back
Join us for a free screening of Slash/Back as part of our "Indigenous Chills and Thrills" movie theme for October. The f…
A Quiet Place Trilogy
Join us in October for a showing of the Quiet Place Trilogy!Monday, October 19: A Quiet Place: Day One6:00p.m. - 7:39p.m…
Steve Love LIve(on Elgin!) Late Show
A long time ago, in a media landscape far, far away, Steve Love’s uncanny knack for celebrity impressions landed him an…
Steve Love LIve! (on Elgin)
A long time ago, in a media landscape far, far away, Steve Love’s uncanny knack for celebrity impressions landed him an…
Jonathan Van Ness - Hot & Healed
Due to the flood damage sustained at Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe during the severe storm on July 1, this show has b…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: At the Place of Ghosts
Join us for a free screening of At the Place of Ghosts as part of our "Indigenous Chills and Thrills" movie theme for Oc…
CBC Radio’s The Debaters
Due to the flood damage sustained at Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe during the severe storm on July 1, this show has b…
CBC Massey Lectures 2026: Housing Inc.: A Global Takeover an…
After all these years and all these recommendations, why are we still in a housing crisis? Why haven’t we been able to b…
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…
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…
Hallowe'en Double Feature: Demons and Suspiria
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library are delighted to present a bone-chilling double-bill of Demons (1PM) a…
ICMLE Hallowe'en Spooktacular
Step into a Spectacular Halloween Event where bold self‑expression meets community care Join the Imperial Court of the M…
Powwow Life-Drawing
Come join us for this two-hour life-drawing session where you can capture the dynamic beauty of powwow dances and their…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Carandiru
Join us for a free screening of Carandiru as part of our "I Don't Need No Juggernautin' Keys" movie theme for November.…
Dreamcatcher Workshop: with Bougie Birch
Join us in the NAC’s Atelier Shenkman Smith for Bougie Birch's Dreamcatcher Workshop. Under the guidance of Indigenous a…
L'Orestie: The iconic classical trilogy revisited by Alice R…
After taking on Michel Tremblay’s body of work in the unforgettable Traversée du siècle, Alice Ronfard tackles the semin…
This event is loosely rated PG-14.
Come with us as we turn back time! Remember when you used to get home from school, shrug off your backpack, grab your fa…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: A Prophet
Join us for a free screening of A Prophet as part of our "I Don't Need No Juggernautin' Keys" movie theme for November.…
Dracula
Jonathan Harker has been warned by Dr. Van Helsing, his close friend and world-famous scientist in England, to be wary o…
The King James Bible Play: Written by Charlotte Corbeil-Cole…
A Stratford Festival Production ## A holy text. An unholy number of opinions. What could a pineapple possibly be doing i…
Rhino: Out Innerspace
A Lingering Lynchian Adventure The imaginations of Tiffany Tregarthen and David Raymond, co-directors of Vancouver’s Out…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Brute Force
Join us for a free screening of Brute Force as part of our "I Don't Need No Juggernautin' Keys" movie theme for November…
Mark Forward Live
Early show is now sold out Tickets available for the late show (9:10pm doors, 9:40pm show time) Mark Forward is back in…
Skin Flick
Middle-aged couple Daphne and Rollie and their friend Alex have found themselves out of work and out of luck. So when th…
"A Proper Laugh with Ebube"
After releasing his latest YouTube special, EBUBE’s new material is even more special It finds the ridiculous, relatable…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Sing Sing
Join us for a free screening of Sing Sing as part of our "I Don't Need No Juggernautin' Keys" movie theme for November.…
The Comeback: By Trish Cooper and Sam Vint
**A co-production with The Citadel Theatre (Edmonton)** **A love story. With baggage.** The Comeback, written by real-li…
The Nutcracker: Les Grands Ballets Canadiens
With the NAC Orchestra A Delight for All Ages Les Grands Ballets Canadiens’ The Nutcracker has been a family tradition s…
Elena Gabrielle: Disturb The Vibe
Elena Gabrielle — international comedy queen, chaos merchant and professional vibe disturber — is back with her most cha…
Powwow Life-Drawing
Come join us for this two-hour life-drawing session where you can capture the dynamic beauty of powwow dances and their…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: The Young Girls of Rochefort
Join us for a free screening of The Young Girls of Rochefort as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for…
Damn Fine Improv
Here at Damn Fine Improv we have a commitment to offering you, our cherished audiences, a night of Improv comedy like no…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Oklahoma!
Join us for a free screening of Oklahoma! as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The film…
The Vinyl Cafe Christmas Musical: Based on The Vinyl Cafe St…
An NAC English Theatre Production Originally produced by the Citadel Theatre, Edmonton ## Holiday mishaps in the key of…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: South Pacific
Join us for a free screening of South Pacific as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The f…
Holiday Movie Night at Rideau
Join us at the Rideau Branch for a festive movie night! We will be showing the classic 1951 film Scrooge, one of the mos…
Je suis William: An unruly Elizabethan musical theatre piece
To be or not to be Shakespeare: that has been the question for 400 years! Adding to the vast array of theories about the…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Chi-Raq
Join us for a free screening of Chi-Raq as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The film wa…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: 42nd Street
Join us for a free screening of 42nd Street as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The fil…
The Diviners: Based on the novel by Margaret Laurence. Text…
An NAC Indigenous Theatre/NAC English Theatre Co-production Originally produced by the Stratford Festival ## Some truths…
The Snow Queen
Step into a magical winter wonderland in The Snow Queen, a heartwarming family adventure adapted by Stacey Lane from the…
Toronto Comedy All Stars: Celebrating 12 years of sold out s…
*This show has sold out for 11 seasons in a row so purchasing advanced tickets is highly recommended* Boasting dozens of…
OTTAWA SUITE
Ottawa Suite invites audiences into a vivid, time‑traveling celebration of the city’s musical soul. Created by award‑win…
SWEAT
Based on extensive research and interviews, SWEAT follows a tight-knit group of coworkers who have shared their lives bo…
Tout ça: A woman’s whole life in a single breath
The incomparable British playwright Alistair McDowall, skilfully translated here by none other than Fanny Britt, manages…
JOSIAH
JOSIAH unfolds as a tapestry of history, illuminating Josiah Henson’s journey from the shadows of enslavement to the daw…
Midsummer Night Dreams: Les Grands Ballets Canadiens
With the NAC Orchestra What becomes of love over time? An enchanted forest, themes of love, illusion and desire, mischie…
The Crucible
Arthur Miller’s The Crucible is a 1953 drama depicting the 1692 Salem witch trials, allegorizing McCarthyism through int…
Danza Contemporánea de Cuba: Cuba, Here and Now
Danza Contemporánea de Cuba is internationally recognized for its electrifying repertoire, and its high-powered dancers…
Yuk Yuk's 50th Anniversary Tour
Celebrate 50 years of raw, uncut, and legendary comedy as the Yuk Yuk’s 50th Anniversary Tour arrives at the National Ar…
Half-Cracked
Who knows exactly how long sisters Sissy and Yewina have been on their own? It’s just them - and their chickens - in a w…
Bashir Lazhar: The charismatic professor returns to the stag…
A sensation when it premiered in 2007, this multi-voiced monologue by Evelyne de la Chenelière still resonates with audi…
2par2: Ebnflōh Dance Company
The Power of Connection Choreographer Alexandra ‘Spicey’ Landé is a major player on the Québec Hip Hop dance scene whose…
Romeo & Juliet
Passions soar and hearts break as first love fractures boundaries and shatters norms. We conjure the warring families of…
FORBIDDEN: Aditi Mangaldas Dance Company
Reclamation of Desire Considered a maverick in India and around the world, Aditi Mangaldas is a leading dancer and chore…
Leaving Home: By David French
A Matchstick Theatre Production Like father. Not like sons. Meet the Mercers, a Newfoundland immigrant family living in…
Proxima Centauri
Local playwright David Whiteman gives a secular nod to life-in-review classics like A Christmas Carol, by way of A Brief…
Alice in Wonderland
After a successful run of Pride and Prejudice, Morph Arts returns this year with a re-imagining of Alice's adventures in…
Pakuneu: Intimate journey and search for meaning
**Produced by Production AUEN, and an NAC French Theatre & NAC Indigenous Theatre coproduction in association with Centr…
Toronto Comedy All Stars: Celebrating 12 years of sold out s…
*This show has sold out for 11 seasons in a row so purchasing advanced tickets is highly recommended* Boasting dozens of…
Cambodian Rock Band: By Lauren Yee featuring songs by Dengue…
An NAC English Theatre Production, originally produced by the Arts Club Theatre Company, Vancouver. A fictional band, re…
RED
In 1958, abstract expressionist Mark Rothko received his largest ever commission - murals for the Four Seasons Restauran…
When the Bleeding Stops: Lovísa Ósk Gunnarsdóttir
An Utterly joyful paradigm shift In this critically acclaimed performance work, Icelandic dancer and choreographer Lovís…
The Cripple of Inishmaan
When news arrives that the Hollywood director Robert Flaherty is coming to the neighbouring island of Inishmore to film…
Fils manqués?: Virtuoso clowning unveiled
Can an actor who has lost his father ever be anything other than a clown? To answer this question, a masterful clown duo…
The Great Canadian Comedy Caravan Tour: Benefit for Ronald M…
What started as an intimate comedy fundraiser has quickly become one of Ottawa's can't-miss comedy events. Following two…
Songs of Love and Collapse: DLD / Frédérick Gravel
Celebrate the Complicated If you’ve never experienced a performance by Montreal’s Frédérick Gravel, be prepared to lose…
Frankenstein Ai
Mary Shelley’s original novel was published when the Industrial Revolution and scientists, “playing God”, transformed so…
Dear Elizabeth
Elizabeth and Robert are the very dearest of friends, yet only meet a handful of times in real life. Their deep relation…
Animal KinkDom
The snow has melted, the flowers are in full bloom, and as the temperatures rise, a palpable heat takes over. Love is in…
Yoga with Basia Going
A Bit Flow-y with a Therapeutic Twist Hatha encompasses everything from asana (postures), vinyasa (transitions), and pra…
Monday Movie Night
Join us Monday evenings for Movie Nights! Featuring a wide variety of titles for your entertainment.October 5: Killer Kl…
SoulRhythms
Let your soul shine as we travel throughout Africa and the Caribbean on an exciting journey through movement and dance.…
Youth Chess club / Club d'échecs jeunesse
Play and learn about chess. Jouer et apprendre jouer aux échecs. For ages 6 years and up.Pour les 6 ans et plus.
Royal Oak Trivia
Movie Night at Rideau | Soirée de film à Rideau
Join us at the Rideau Branch for a movie night!July 13 - Woman of the Hour (2023)A stranger-than-fiction story of an asp…
Sunnyside Euchre Club for Seniors
Come play Euchre this summer and make new friends! Even if you don't know how to play, a guide will be there to teach yo…
Monday Night at the Movies/ Lundi cinéma
Join us at Sunnyside for our monthly film screening every third Monday of the month.Monday September 21st at 6:15pm -Emm…
Jane Eyre
Charlotte Brontë’s haunting novel comes to the stage in a new adaptation by one of Canada’s most exciting playwrights. E…
Beaded Gauntlet Mitten Workshop: with Collen Nolan
The Beaded Gauntlet Mitt Workshop with Colleen Nolan offers a unique opportunity to learn the traditional art of craftin…
Ethan Claymore’s Christmas
On Christmas Eve, struggling egg farmer Ethan is confronted by the loveable grump next door who announces that after fiv…
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
“Safe?... don’t you hear what Mrs. Beaver tells you? Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good.…
Constant Companions
Alan Ayckbourn is back at the Gladstone—with another North American premiere! Private Fears in Public Places packed audi…
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…
The Cottage
At Sylvia’s annual naughty weekend with her lover Beau, her hopes for their permanent future together are derailed when…
BON Chat: Between Two Worlds: A free pre-show conversation e…
Before the performance of Neige sur Abidjan, join us for a special BON Chat that brings together community voices for an…
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…
YA Spooky Film Screening : A Quiet Place
Get into the spirit of spooky season with a horror film chosen by our teen volunteers.A Quiet Place | John Krasinski2018…
Danny Bhoy: Dear World...
Due to the flood damage sustained at Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe during the severe storm on July 1, DANNY BHOY has…
Thursday Movie: Night of the Living Dead
One cannot overstate the impact of George A. Romero's 1968 Night of the Living Dead, from its then controversial casting…
Drag Me to Live!
Drag Me To Live! is back this October with a fabulous guest host and an unforgettable lineup of local Mr & Mx Drag perfo…
A (Bad) Night at the Movies: Bloodbath at the House of Death
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Bloodbath at the House of Death (1984).Please j…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Clearcut
Join us for a free screening of Clearcut as part of our "Indigenous Chills and Thrills" movie theme for October. The fil…
Como la Queens y BJ Stroker
Get ready for Como la Queens y BJ Stroker: A Selena Tribute and Variety Show – an unforgettable evening of music, drag,…
Son of a Preacherman: Written and performed by Ins Choi
A Pacific Theatre Production Forgive him Father for he has chosen theatre. Ins Choi, the creator of Kim’s Convenience, c…
MÁM: Teaċ Daṁsa │Michael Keegan-Dolan
The works of Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan are defined by feeling and collective connection. His exceptional…
Mommy, le retour: Gore, rap and political musical satire
She may have died in a long-term care facility, but she comes back to life to wreak revenge! Is she a traditional mother…
Post-show Dance Party: Traditional music and dance with La D…
NAC Dance invites you to a traditional dance party in the Canal Foyer, designed to enhance your experience of the show M…
Salon Des Refusés Party & Screening – Presented by Bento Box…
Presented by the Ottawa International Animation Festival
ICMLE Strip Spelling Bee
A Royal Spelling Bee We're kicking off the school year with an event that will get you buzzing: our strip spelling bee!…
Dreamcatcher Workshop: with Bougie Birch
Join us in the NAC’s Atelier Shenkman Smith for Bougie Birch's Dreamcatcher Workshop. Under the guidance of Indigenous a…
Beautiful Scars: By Tom Wilson and Shaun Smyth
**Inspired by the book Beautiful Scars: Steeltown Secrets, Mohawk Skywalkers and the Road Home by Tom Wilson** **Uncover…
Divining Spirits
Are heroes and villains a social construct? Do whom we consider heroes and villains change over time? Who gets to decide…
Drag Me To Live!
Drag Me To Live! presents an Open Stage Extravaganza! Drag Me To Live! is back this September with the return of "An Ope…
Death of a Salesman
Faltering salesman Willy Loman has returned early from a road trip plagued by memories of the past and his realization t…
ASCENSION Of The Maple Leaf Empire Gala
Please join us for the official launch of the Imperial Court of the Maple Leaf Empire, the newest chapter of the Imperia…
Queerlesque in the Capital
Celebrate with us for a sizzling, seductive, theatrical and satirical take on burlesque at the TD Main Stage. Curated by…
Live from the Booth
Presented by Pass the Vibes, a grassroots collective creating inclusive spaces for Black and Black Queer youth. Enjoy lo…
“Happy 200th Birthday, Ottawa!” A Drag Talent Showcase
The “Happy 200th Birthday, Ottawa!” Drag Talent Showcase is a special takeover birthday bash at the Capital Pride TD Mai…
Drag Extravaganza
DJ Roxy Sunset kicks off a jam-packed afternoon of drag with a DJ set from 2-3pm. Then catch Canada’s Drag Race stars an…
Friday Evening at TD Main Stage
Schedule - 7PM Ralph (Juno-nominated pop singer-song writer) - 8PM La Bronze - 9PM DJ Puppy Sierna Accessibility: - Acce…
A Kiss From the Middle East
Celebrate your Friday at Capital Pride with an evening set celebrating Ottawa-Gatineau’s diversity through music, dance,…
Songs from the shed
Gather for an intimate afternoon of live music featuring local queer performances sharing songs, stories, and heartfelt…
Queered: A Minifest
Celebrate queer theatre with a curated showcase of outstanding local productions presented in partnership with Ottawa Fr…
Digi60 Film & TV Industry Mixer with Industry Leaders
Presented by Digi60 Filmmakers' Festival
Politics with a Drag Queen
Sickening drag and a political wakeup call, wrapped together in a show you don’t want to miss. Join Karla Marx – drag ic…
Songs from the Shed
Gather for an intimate afternoon of live music featuring local queer performances sharing songs, stories, and heartfelt…
Category is… Hands Performance
Every movement tells a story. Build confidence through Hands Performance by learning precision, musicality, and expressi…
Category is… Face
Explore expression, presence, and storytelling with Canada’s premier Butch Queen Face; Father Quest Telfar! Discover tec…
Capital Pride Pageant
Do you know what it takes to be crowned Capital Pride royalty? Join us at the National Arts Centre as local drag perform…
Film Screening Antidiva: The Carole Pope Confessions
Celebrate queer Canadian icon Carole Pope at a special Pride screening of Antidiva: The Carole Pope Confessions. Gather…
Dance at Zibi – Tango with Siempre Tango Ottawa
On August 20, take your first steps in Argentine Tango with the team from Siempre Tango Ottawa. Learn to create a great…
Teen Social: Escape Room Challenge
Search for clues and solve puzzles before the time runs out. Registration only, 6 participants max. Teen-specific librar…
What Lies Beneath
From the deepest and darkest depths of the sea, explore the mysteries of the ocean. Trapped beneath the waves in a resea…
Youth Film Screening: Die Hard
Drop in for a screening of Die Hard. Come for the action, stay for the quipy one-liners! Goodie bags with snacks and dri…
Family Movie Showtime: Finding Dory
Drop in for a free viewing of Finding Dory. Participants are welcome to bring a light snack and a covered drink. Drop-in…
Drag Me To Live!
Drag Me To Live! is back this August celebrating it's 4 Year Anniversary! Drag Me To Live! is celebrating it's 4 Year An…
Monday Night at the Movies/ Lundi cinéma
Join us at Sunnyside for our monthly film screening every second Monday of the month.Monday May 11th at 6:15pm -About Ti…
Family Movie Showtime: Finding Nemo
Drop in for a free viewing of Finding Nemo. Participants are welcome to bring a light snack and a covered drink. Drop-in…
Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue
Following sold out performances in May and September 2025, The Golden Girls are back, better than ever! Picture it. 2026…
Velvet3: Undertow
Come on in, the water’s warm…Slip into the sensations of the velvet undertow An intimate lounge featuring the hilariousl…
Youth Film Screening: Mean Girls (2004)
Drop in for a screening of Mean Girls. Come for the comedy, stay for the delicious drama! Goodie bags with snacks and dr…
The Big Bounce Canada - Ottawa (CANCELLED)
CANCELLED — The Big Bounce Canada is not coming to Ottawa in 2026. The organizer has confirmed the tour is not running t…
Appearing This Evening
It’s opening night of Henry VIII, Wives VI, but the leading actor hasn’t arrived! In true community theatre spirit, a su…
Family Movie Showtime: Flow
Drop in for a free viewing of Flow. Participants are welcome to bring a light snack and a covered drink. Drop-in program…
11th House Tarot Readings
Seeking clarity, confirmation, or a cosmic nudge? Settle in for a one-on-one quick tarot with 11th House — direct, intel…
Yoga with Basia Going
Chess Hive @ Art House
FREE EVENT Optional Paid Tournament: CAD $15 Registration for Tournament here Chess Hive will be curating a beginner che…
Summer Action Flick: The Matrix
The Wachowskis’ The Matrix, released in 1999, inspired by sci-fi, conspiracy theory, Grant Morrison’s The Invisibles and…
Ohé, moussaillon! ( Famille 4+)
Naviguez sur les sept mers et partez la chasse au trésor! Nous allons jouer un jeu de cherche et trouve et bricoler des…
Trivia For a Cause at the Royal Oak
Join us at The Royal Oak Bank for Trivia For a Cause — fun questions and great vibes all for charity! Join us for an exc…
Youth Film Screening: Jaws
Drop in for a screening of Jaws. Come for the iconic monster, stay for the delicious old-school special effects! Goodie…
Planet Botanix Open House
Dance at Zibi – K-pop with Synaptik Dance Crew: The Best of…
Get ready to hype up your evening at Zibi with Synaptik Dance Crew, as we celebrate the best of BTS in honour of their c…
Beats and Boards
Come on your own or bring some friends, and let Rob hook you up with a group and a game. We will have tons of games in h…
White Rabbit: Sokotta, Josh Robertson, Vaughn Lucyk
Les souvenirs du sable: When the storm is fabulous
Les souvenirs du sable is a tale of the depths of grief and the strength of children, recounting the story of a little g…
Theatre Games with Chancz Perry: The Feeling of Free
Unleash your creativity and embark on an exhilarating journey of movement and improvisation with our engaging workshop.…
Young Adult Challenge: Escape Room 101
Have you ever wanted to learn how escape rooms are created -- or how to create your own?? Join us for an escape room wor…
Drag Me To Live!
Drag Me To Live! presents "Ex-Wives! A Drag Tribute Show To SIX The Musical"! Divorced, beheaded, died Divorced, beheade…
Legends
We love to tell stories and nothing brings our performers more joy than to explore dance through the legends that have s…
Daniel Tosh: My First Farewell Tour
Daniel Tosh is a comedian, host, writer and producer. Daniel is widely known for hosting and creating TOSH.0 on Comedy C…
Pressure
June 1944: On the eve of D-Day, 300,000 troops are ready to invade Europe, and success or devastating failure hangs on a…
End of Exams Movie: La La Land
You’ve written your last test of the semester, now come hang out and relax!We’ll be playing the musical La La Land, star…
Michael Blaustein: The Taste Me Tour: The Final Leg
Michael Blaustein is one of the fastest rising stand up comedians working today. His viral stand up comedy clips have am…
Dance at Zibi – Afro-Caribbean with SoulRhythms
Join us at Zibi for a soul-inspiring dance session that will connect your mind, body, and spirit to the infectious celeb…
Pride Month Movie: Better Than Chocolate
For Pride Month, rediscover director Anne Wheeler’s 1999 lustful romp, Better Than Chocolate, a Canadian gem!When univer…
Film de fin des examens : Amélie
Vous avez écrit votre dernier examen de l’anée, maintenant venez relaxer avec nous!Nous diffuserons : Le Fabuleux destin…
Got Land?
Got Land? is an Indigenous stand-up comedy show where First Nation, Inuit, and Métis entertainers tell jokes and share i…
Italian Movie Night with The Dante Alighieri Society
Enjoy a selection of films, each from an Italian director! Films will be presented with English subtitles. Presented by…
2026 Cappies Gala
The Cappies Gala awards ceremony recognizes and honors high-achieving high school theater students from over 20 schools…
Macbeth: Shakespearean tragedy meets Robert Lepage
At a time when the news is glorifying the triumph of billionaire despots, Robert Lepage tackles the famous Scottish trag…
Te Tangi a Te Tūī: By Tainui Tukiwaho and Amber Curreen
In this stunning circus piece, we experience the story of Aotahi who lives peacefully on her ancestral land, in Aotearoa…
Micro Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event
Got old paint, batteries, or leftover household cleaners sitting around? This one’s for you. The City of Ottawa is hosti…
Mani reçoit Robert Lepage: Pre-show talk
On Friday, June 5, starting at 6:15 p.m., the public is invited to the NAC’s Peter A. Herrndorf Place for the premiere o…
Half-Cocked Trivia
Ottawa-themed Trivia Night in Centretown, collab with Apt 613 Centretown would like to acknowledge that Ottawa is built…
Va falloir toujours toujours: Dance theatre
Jonathan and Nina are ready to take on the big challenge! These two dancers are pros, and they don’t mess around. But a…
Toronto Comedy All Stars: Celebrating 11 years of sold out s…
*This show has sold out for 10 seasons in a row so purchasing advanced tickets is highly recommended* Boasting dozens of…
Capital Sessions with DJ John Arano and Tangent
A free community house dance practice at the NAC with beginner-friendly workshops and deep soulful house music.
The Birds and the Bees
Pollination and insemination have never been funnier than in this rural comedy with a huge, honeyed heart. Beekeeper Gai…
Dance at Zibi – Bollywood with ArohaFest
On May 21, join the dancers of ArohaFest to discover the beauty and dynamism of Bollywood Dance! Learn basic choreograph…
Th’owxiya: The Hungry Feast Dish: By Joseph A. Dandurand
From the Kwantlen First Nation village of Squa’lets comes the tale of Th’owxiya, an old and powerful spirit that inhabit…
Dreamcatcher Workshop: with Bougie Birch
Join us in the NAC’s Atelier Shenkman Smith for Bougie Birch's Dreamcatcher Workshop. Under the guidance of Indigenous a…
Voice of Desert: Saburo Teshigawara | KARAS
The quiet mastery of Japanese choreographer and dancer Saburo Teshigawara has been revered by audiences for decades. Sin…
Drag Me Through The Decades
Drag Me To Live! is back this May for "Drag Me Through The Decades: An Evening of 80s/90s/00s Hits!" Fabulous hostess Ed…
Powwow Life-Drawing
Come join us for this two-hour life-drawing session where you can capture the dynamic beauty of powwow dances and their…
THE INVISIBLE: Agents of Ungentlemanly Warfare
A Catalyst Theatre Production What if seven exceptional female operatives were recruited to bring down WWII’s greatest t…
Passion simple: An intimate tale of waiting
Three theatrical stars sparkle in a rare alignment: a brilliant director, a radiant actress and the Sun herself, Annie E…
Youth Chess Club / Club d'échecs jeunesse
Interested in learning chess? Looking for new opponents? Drop in to play with our teen volunteers who can help you impro…
Sooshi Mango: The Home Made World Tour
Sooshi Mango are one of Australia’s most successful and beloved comedy acts, created by brothers Joe and Carlo Salanitri…
A (Bad) Night at the Movies: Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II (1987).Please joi…
CATTLE DECAPITATION
w/ special guests Brujeria, No Cure and Knoll
Sunday Dom/me Discussion Group
Welcome to the Wicked Dom/me Discussion Group, a 90-minute in person gathering designed to support and encourage Dom/mes…
Sunday Submissive Support Circle
Join us for the Sunday Submissive Support Circle, a 90-minute in-person gathering dedicated to fostering growth, sharing…
CRACKERS & Debate Debacle
## Crackers A story of two parrots who are definitely not “birds of a feather.” Eric, a fifty-year-old scarlet macaw enj…
White Rabbit: SETOU & SENYO, DAVE STARKS, ELYZE
@whiterabbitottawa #FollowTheWhiteRabbit #OurHouseIsUnderground
Lowest of the Low
Sat May 2nd, Doors at 7pm, 19+ ID required
Relax Circle
A gentle sound, voice & aroma experience - a space to relax, release stress, and reconnect with yourself.
Friday Night Folk
Doors at 8:30, Show at 9 PM Tickets: CAD $15 in advance, $20 at the door Sairyo
Leith Ross
w/ special guest Wyatt C. Louis
Aroma Circle
A gentle space where you can slow down, explore natural scents, and reconnect with yourself.
11th House Tarot Readings
Seeking clarity, confirmation, or a cosmic nudge? Settle in for a one-on-one quick tarot with 11th House — direct, intel…
Craft night with Corrina – Girly pop keychains
Create one of a kind keychains of your fav pop divas! A night filled with community, cozy vibes & curated pop playlist!
Paper Self-Portraits
Create a paper self-portrait with cut shapes & textures. Playful, expressive, and totally one-of-a-kind
White Rabbit: MANÜMAN, JOE ROWE, LIAM KYME
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Arm’s Length There’s A Whole World…Tour North America 2026
w/ The Callous Daoboys, Harrison Gordon, Super Sometimes
Awakening the Senses: A Journey into Tantric Touch
When: Sunday April 19th 2026 Time: 1PM-4PM Where: 327 Bank Street
White Rabbit: BIGSTUFF, BRINK, SEBASTIAN COUTURE
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Chiron Promotions Presents: Varitones
Chiron Promotions Presents: Varitones at LIVE! on Elgin with Runaway Kit & J. Alexander
Kimberly Akimbo
Teenaged Kimberly is coping with a hypochondriac mother, a rarely sober father, an ex-con aunt planning the ultimate sca…
GREAT LAKE SWIMMERS
general admission/seated floor general admission/seated balcony
MasHeNKa + Kim & Dro + Runner Up!
MasHeNKa + Kim & Dro + Runner Up! at LIVE! on Elgin
Beats & Boards
Come on your own or bring some friends, and let Rob hook you up with a group and a game. We will have tons of games in h…
Felt Pennant Making
Design your own felt pennant! Cut, layer & stitch a vintage-style banner perfect for shelves, walls or reading nooks
Planet Botanix Open House
Astrology, energy healing, intuitive readings, Reiki, reflexology & Tarot mini readings ($25 for 20 min, cash only)
White Rabbit: ZACK BLACK, GROTTOLI, QUEENYY
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Class of 91, w/ Stoby + Deadwell
Class of 91, w/ Stoby + Deadwell at LIVE! on Elgin
11th House Tarot Readings
Seeking clarity, confirmation, or a cosmic nudge? Settle in for a one-on-one quick tarot with 11th House — direct, intel…
P**** Pleasure with Madds
Let’s talk about pleasure! In this session, we’ll come together to reflect on pleasure—its value, its nature, and the va…
A One-Night-Only Comedy Show
A One-Night-Only Comedy Show at LIVE! on Elgin
MUSLIM SINGLES COMEDY SHOW & MATCHMAKING VOL.4
MUSLIM SINGLES COMEDY SHOW & MATCHMAKING VOL.4 at LIVE! on Elgin
Sunday Dom/me Discussion Group
Welcome to the Wicked Dom/me Discussion Group, a 90-minute in person gathering designed to support and encourage Dom/mes…
Sunday Submissive Support Circle
Join us for the Sunday Submissive Support Circle, a 90-minute in-person gathering dedicated to fostering growth, sharing…
Karaoke Shark
🎤 Karaoke Night at 188 Bank with Karaoke Shark! 🎤
“City Boy” with Fabio Ricci
"City Boy” with Fabio Ricci at LIVE! on Elgin
Dirty Bingo
A drag bingo event with some sexy sassy flair.
Eidiot Mubarak Comedy Show
Eidiot Mubarak is the embodiment of community in the form of entertainment to provide the best show imaginable. The show…
BABES, BABES, BABES! Burlesque and Drag Show
BABES, BABES, BABES! Burlesque and Drag Show at LIVE! on Elgin
Rose
This performance includes two 15-minute intermissions.
Yoga with Basia Going
Hatha encompasses everything from asana (postures), vinyasa (transitions), and pranayama (breathwork). Here, the practic…
& Juliet - Broadway Musical
Hit Broadway musical reimagining Juliet's story with iconic pop hits from Max Martin. Created by the Emmy-winning writer…
The Ottawa Film Office's 2026 Career Fair
Presented by the Ottawa Film Office
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
Roger Ackroyd goes from prime suspect to victim when murder disrupts a cozy English village, and soon the enigmatic new…
Troupe Vertigo: Cirque Magique with the NAC Orchestra
A spellbinding visual spectacular fusing cirque acrobatics, classical dance, and contemporary theatre with the NAC Orche…
DJs Live from the Booth: Winterlude Edition
Local and diverse DJs perform vibrant sets on Sparks Street during Winterlude. Pause, warm up, and dance along on festiv…
Barbegazi – Freestyle Snowmobile Show
Watch world-class freestyle snowmobilers soar up to 40 feet in the air during this Winterlude weekend event in the heart…
Magic At The Manor
Intimate 90-minute interactive magic and mentalism show with magician Michael Bourada. Mind-blowing mental feats, amazin…
Ottawa Outdoor Film Festival
First Ottawa Outdoor Film Festival celebrating adventure, conservation, and diversity through powerful Canadian short fi…
LEGO Halloween Witch Make & Take
Free LEGO Witch building event for kids! Build and take home your own LEGO Halloween creation while supplies last.