August 2026 Events (160 events)
Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during August 2026.
EEPMON
Come to the Jackson Café to discover two large murals, featuring the digital artwork of Eric Chan (aka eepmon)! In Futur…
becoming|un|becoming: deepening relations
The artworks by Leah Decter, a white settler artist and scholar, offer an opportunity to reflect on repair and care of r…
Intertwined
In a time marked by our increasingly complex relationship to the natural world, Intertwined brings together artists for…
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…
1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…
Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…
Babytime + Stay & Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies with a parent or caregiver followed by time for parents to socialize and help their…
Craft Night
Everyone is welcome to bring a project to work on (any skill level) or just chat. Every Tuesday and Thursday night at th…
The Nightstand Collective Book Club
Your evening escape into stories! Are you looking for a reason to dust off that pile of books next to your bed that have…
Groupe de conversation en français- Jeudi soir
Profitez de notre groupe de conversation afin d'améliorer vos habiletés en français l'oral. Join our free French Conve…
Knitting and Crochet Club/Club de tricot et crochet
Bring your knitting or crochet project and share advice, ideas, new techniques and conversations with fellow enthusiasts…
Employment Support
Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…
Bilingual Babytime and Stay & Play | Bébé à la biblio et jou…
Stories, rhymes and songs in English and French followed by time to socialize, explore, and play.Drop-in. For ages 0-18…
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…
1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…
Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…
Rideau Friday English Conversation Group
Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you…
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…
Go Workshop / Atelier de Go
The Ottawa Go Club (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organizes a series of workshops for people who want to improv…
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…
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 participan…
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…
1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…
Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…
Conte en famille et jouons à la biblio
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Joignez-nous après notre Contes en…
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…
Chess Club
Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyon…
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…
French Conversation-Intermediate, Groupe de conversation- ni…
Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une ambiance décontractée et conviviale. Niveau intermédiaire…
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…
Atelier Zine Workshop
Learn to design, make, and publish your own Zines! A Zine is a small, self-published booklet filled with whatever you w…
Club de lecture francophone de la Centrale
Joignez-vous nous pour des discussions conviviales propos de livres en français.Présentez-vous au bureau de consultati…
Memory Café
**Please note that the Wednesday, March 25th session is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.** An open house f…
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…
Silly Saturday Storytime
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.
Sunday Family Storytime
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages. All children welcome with a parent or caregiver. Drop…
Toddlertime
Stories, rhymes, and songs for toddlers 19-36 months and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in.
Sensory Storytime
Join us for a program that offers: - Dimmed lighting - Sensory toys - A smaller number of participants - An adapted circ…
SEA you at the Craft Table: Treasure Map (Family 4+)
Craft and create your very own ocean-inspired masterpiece.We will be making a treasure map!Drop-in program. Family 4+ pr…
Celtic Cross Ceremonies
Annual ceremony at the Celtic Cross monument honouring Irish immigrants who helped build the Rideau Canal, hosted by the…
All Hands on Deck (Ages 4-6)
Hoist the sails and travel the seas. Grab your mateys and get ready for a rollicking good time.Drop-in program. Ages 4-6…
Get Crafty!
Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in Family program.
Double Bubble
Dip into a world of popping, fizzing, and sparkling!Registration required.Ages 4-6
Dive into Zine Making (Ages 7-12)
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to design and create your own zines! A fanzine, or zine for short…
Splish Splash!
Dive into hands-on crafting fun! Make art inspired by water, waves, and the sea while discovering your artsy side! Come…
Stay Current: Let's Build A Ship! (Family 4+)
Refresh your knowledge of facts, fish, and fun!Dive into a career at sea and explore the life of a naval architect.Drop-…
Tidal Treasures / Atelier sur les trésors de la mer
Come see what’s washed ashore and discover what you can create! We will be learning to use a knitting spool to make our…
Tidal Treasures Workshop: Bead Pets (Ages 10-12)
Come see what's washed ashore and discover what you can create!We will be creating bead pets.Drop-in program. Ages 10-12…
End of Summer Party!
Join us as we celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club with fun activities, games, crafts, and prizes! Let’s wrap up…
Make a Button
Come in and create your own pin on button.
Get Crafty! / Brico en fête!
Get Crafty! Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in program. Fa…
Summer Reading Club Closing Party
Join us as we celebrate the closing of the TD Summer Reading Club. We will start with Storytime at 10:30am and will then…
Sea You At The Crafts Table
Craft and create your own ocean-inspired masterpiece, or anything really! We will be making sea animals or other images…
Splish Splash! (Family 4+)
Dive into hands-on crafting fun! Make art inspired by water, waves, and the sea while discovering your artsy side!We wil…
Let your creativity flow | Laissez couler votre créativité
Scroll your thoughts down, draw a map, or write a siren's song. You decide! We will learn how to draw underwater sea cre…
School Supply Swap - Échange de fournitures scolaires
Drop-in to our branch during the day and donate common school supplies. While you are here, pick up what your students m…
Deep in the ocean where the critters play: Narwhals (Ages 7-…
Seek and find. Find and seek. Anything goes when looking for underwater treasures and fascinating creatures!We will be e…
Craft Night at Carp - Paper “Stained Glass” Bookmarks
Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is paper “stained glass” bookmarks! We will…
Summer Reading Club Closing Party! | Fête de clôture du Club…
Join us as we celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club with fun activities, games, crafts, and prizes! Let’s wrap up…
TD Summer Reading Club Closing Party / Fête de clôture du cl…
Join us as we celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club with fun activities, games, crafts, and cake! Let’s wrap up a…
Bubbles & Crafts Party | Fête bulles et bricolages !
Celebrate the final week of the 2026 TD Summer Reading Club with bubbles & glue!We will be blowing bubbles, reading a st…
Stay Current: Let's Go Diving! (Family 4+)
Refresh your knowledge of facts, fish, and fun!Dive into a career at sea and explore the life of a scuba diver.Drop-in p…
Summer Closing Party: Fancy Dress Parade | Cérémonie de clôt…
Join us for a fancy dress (or costume) parade and cake to wrap up the TD Summer Reading Club 2026!Joignez-vous nous pour…
Toddler Tuesdays at National Arts Centre
Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creat…
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…