September 2026 Events (133 events)
Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during September 2026.
EEPMON
Come to the Jackson Café to discover two large murals, featuring the digital artwork of Eric Chan (aka eepmon)! In Futur…
613 Flea Market at Aberdeen Pavilion
Ottawa's largest indoor vintage and artisan market featuring 150 vendors offering antiques, vintage clothing, handmade g…
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…
Knit & Knatter
Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch. Knitters of all abilities are welcom…
Vernon Book Club
Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.First Thurs…
Storytelling Open Mic
Storytelling Open Mic is a perfect place for newcomers to discover oral storytelling in a warm and supportive atmosphere…
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…
Altered By Mom - Summer Tour
Chaos With a Party Vibe Altered By Mom: Altered by Mom is a smart, irreverent, and effortlessly cool rock band from Toro…
2026 Sobey Art Award Exhibition
In collaboration with the Sobey Art Foundation, the National Gallery of Canada is proud to present works by six artists…
Latin Sparks Festival
A one-night, open-air celebration of Latin America in Ottawa with DJs, live bands, dance performances and lessons, outdo…
The Great Gatsby
The party’s roaring in Ottawa! THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Enterta…
2026 Ottawa Jazz Festival — Wednesday, September 9
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Lineup Daily lineup at Confederation Park. Headliner: **FASOCANA**. Festival Lineup 7:00 pm…
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…
Pillow Fite 'Lucky' National Tour W/ Graham Nicholas
Pillow Fite is a Halifax-based alt-pop duo Fresh off a 2025 win for Music Nova Scotia’s Pop Recording of the Year, they’…
Marion Wagschal: Cyclops and Other Tales
Spanning five decades, this exhibition highlights the enduring relevance of the figurative practice of Montreal-based ar…
The Unedited Woman
Experience the raw power of local truth at the Unedited Woman’s 4th Annual Curated Performance Series. This is not your…
Delilah Bon
Makoto Ozone Plays Rachmaninoff: and Gemma New conducts Pict…
Remixes aren’t just for pop music! In our season opener, discover three works in which composers reimagine the creations…
Ottawa Jazz Orchestra: Brilliant Brubeck
Join the Ottawa Jazz Orchestra for a captivating tribute to one of the most innovative and beloved figures in jazz histo…
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…
Divining Spirits
Are heroes and villains a social construct? Do whom we consider heroes and villains change over time? Who gets to decide…
6th Annual All-Star Ottawa Blues for Youth Fundraiser
Join our amazing emcee, Katherine Dines with guest speakers: Katie Musleh, author and mental health advocate, Megan Laur…
The Historical Society of Ottawa presents: "20th century Can…
Laurence Wall looks back at the great events of the last century that radio helped bring to life.Laurence is a retired C…
New Life
This jazz-rock musical is a powerful dramedy about a woman rebuilding herself and her family after her abusive husband d…
Ottawa International Animation Festival 2026 (50th Anniversa…
The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) marks its 50th anniversary from September 23–27, 2026, with over 200…
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The Cottage
At Sylvia’s annual naughty weekend with her lover Beau, her hopes for their permanent future together are derailed when…
Céleste Lévis: Si elle
Céleste Lévis is releasing her fifth album, Si elle, in winter 2026, and with it, she’s returning to the stage with a fu…
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…
MÁM: Teaċ Daṁsa │Michael Keegan-Dolan
The works of Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan are defined by feeling and collective connection. His exceptional…
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…
An Evening with David Sedaris: Bestselling Author & Humorist…
David Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent humour writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant…
Constant Companions
Alan Ayckbourn is back at the Gladstone—with another North American premiere! Private Fears in Public Places packed audi…
Women, Truth & Reconciliation: With Rose LeMay and Tanya Tal…
What does meaningful reconciliation actually look like – and what role do women have to play in advancing it? Join The H…
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…