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September 2026 Events (95 events)

Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during September 2026.

Found 27 events in Downtown
EEPMON
#exhibition#art#cultural
6 Sep ~ 7 Sep
cultural

EEPMON

Ottawa Art Gallery · Downtown

Come to the Jackson Café to discover two large murals, featuring the digital artwork of Eric Chan (aka eepmon)! In Futur…

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613 Flea Market at Aberdeen Pavilion
#free#family#shopping
10 Jan ~ 21 Nov
market

613 Flea Market at Aberdeen Pavilion

Aberdeen Pavilion · Downtown

Ottawa's largest indoor vintage and artisan market featuring 150 vendors offering antiques, vintage clothing, handmade g…

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Capital Region Writers Group: Write-In
#writing and poetry#adult#free
3 May ~ 29 Nov
cultural

Capital Region Writers Group: Write-In

Ottawa Public Library — Main · Downtown

You’re invited to join the CRWG for a “Write-in”: dedicated work time where you can thrive in the camaraderie of working…

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Knit & Knatter
#hobbies and interests#teen#adult
6 May ~ 30 Dec
cultural

Knit & Knatter

Ottawa Public Library — Sunnyside · Downtown

Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch. Knitters of all abilities are welcom…

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Vernon Book Club
#book clubs#adult#free
7 May ~ 5 Nov
cultural

Vernon Book Club

Ottawa Public Library — Vernon · Downtown

Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.First Thurs…

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Storytelling Open Mic
#hobbies and interests#adult#free
20 May ~ 16 Dec
cultural

Storytelling Open Mic

Ottawa Public Library — Sunnyside · Downtown

Storytelling Open Mic is a perfect place for newcomers to discover oral storytelling in a warm and supportive atmosphere…

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Club de lecture francophone de la Centrale
#book clubs#adult#free
26 May ~ 29 Sep
cultural

Club de lecture francophone de la Centrale

Ottawa Public Library — Main · Downtown

Joignez-vous nous pour des discussions conviviales propos de livres en français.Présentez-vous au bureau de consultati…

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The Great Gatsby
#dance#music
8 Sep ~ 13 Sep
music

The Great Gatsby

National Arts Centre — Southam Hall · Downtown

The party’s roaring in Ottawa! THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Enterta…

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Beautiful Scars: By Tom Wilson and Shaun Smyth
#theatre#music#family
10 Sep ~ 19 Sep
entertainment

Beautiful Scars: By Tom Wilson and Shaun Smyth

National Arts Centre — Babs Asper Theatr… · Downtown

**Inspired by the book Beautiful Scars: Steeltown Secrets, Mohawk Skywalkers and the Road Home by Tom Wilson** **Uncover…

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The Unedited Woman
#curated performance series#ages 14+#community theatre
Sat 12 Sep
music

The Unedited Woman

The Gladstone Theatre · Downtown

Experience the raw power of local truth at the Unedited Woman’s 4th Annual Curated Performance Series. This is not your…

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Makoto Ozone Plays Rachmaninoff: and Gemma New conducts Pictures at an Exhibition
#music#dance
16 Sep ~ 17 Sep
music

Makoto Ozone Plays Rachmaninoff: and Gemma New conducts Pict…

National Arts Centre — Southam Hall · Downtown

A few things to know... Remixes aren’t just for pop music! In our season opener, discover three works in which composers…

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Son of a Preacherman: Written and performed by Ins Choi
#theatre#music
16 Sep ~ 26 Sep
entertainment

Son of a Preacherman: Written and performed by Ins Choi

National Arts Centre — Azrieli Studio · Downtown

A Pacific Theatre Production Forgive him Father for he has chosen theatre. Ins Choi, the creator of Kim’s Convenience, c…

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Divining Spirits
#historical fiction#local#ages 14+
Wed 16 Sep
entertainment

Divining Spirits

The Gladstone Theatre · Downtown

Are heroes and villains a social construct? Do whom we consider heroes and villains change over time? Who gets to decide…

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6th Annual All-Star Ottawa Blues for Youth Fundraiser
#fundraiser#all ages#family-friendly
Fri 18 Sep
music

6th Annual All-Star Ottawa Blues for Youth Fundraiser

The Gladstone Theatre · Downtown

Join our amazing emcee, Katherine Dines with guest speakers: Katie Musleh, author and mental health advocate, Megan Laur…

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The Historical Society of Ottawa presents: "20th century Canadian history through the magic of radio"
#history and genealogy#adult#free
Sat 19 Sep
cultural

The Historical Society of Ottawa presents: "20th century Can…

Ottawa Public Library — Main · Downtown

Laurence Wall looks back at the great events of the last century that radio helped bring to life.Laurence is a retired C…

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New Life
#contemporary#drama#musical
22 Sep ~ 26 Sep
music

New Life

The Gladstone Theatre · Downtown

This jazz-rock musical is a powerful dramedy about a woman rebuilding herself and her family after her abusive husband d…

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Ottawa International Animation Festival 2026 (50th Anniversary)
#festival#cultural#film
22 Sep ~ 27 Sep
festival

Ottawa International Animation Festival 2026 (50th Anniversa…

Multiple venues — Arts Court, OAG, NAC,… · Downtown

The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) marks its 50th anniversary from September 23–27, 2026, with over 200…

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THE BXY TUR by SINUHE LIBEN
#music#live-on-elgin#downtown
Wed 23 Sep
music

THE BXY TUR by SINUHE LIBEN

LIVE! on Elgin · Downtown
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The Cottage
#theatre#community-theatre#comedy
23 Sep ~ 10 Oct
entertainment

The Cottage

Ottawa Little Theatre · Downtown

At Sylvia’s annual naughty weekend with her lover Beau, her hopes for their permanent future together are derailed when…

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Mommy, le retour: Gore, rap and political musical satire
#theatre#music
25 Sep ~ 26 Sep
entertainment

Mommy, le retour: Gore, rap and political musical satire

National Arts Centre — Babs Asper Theatr… · Downtown

She may have died in a long-term care facility, but she comes back to life to wreak revenge! Is she a traditional mother…

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MÁM: Teaċ Daṁsa │Michael Keegan-Dolan
#dance#music
25 Sep ~ 26 Sep
entertainment

MÁM: Teaċ Daṁsa │Michael Keegan-Dolan

National Arts Centre — Southam Hall · Downtown

The works of Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan are defined by feeling and collective connection. His exceptional…

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An Evening with David Sedaris: Bestselling Author & Humorist
#family
Sun 27 Sep
cultural

An Evening with David Sedaris: Bestselling Author & Humorist…

National Arts Centre — Southam Hall · Downtown

David Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent humour writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant…

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Constant Companions
#farcical comedy#ages 14+#contemporary
29 Sep ~ 10 Oct
entertainment

Constant Companions

The Gladstone Theatre · Downtown

Alan Ayckbourn is back at the Gladstone—with another North American premiere! Private Fears in Public Places packed audi…

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Women, Truth & Reconciliation: With Rose LeMay and Tanya Talaga
Wed 30 Sep
cultural

Women, Truth & Reconciliation: With Rose LeMay and Tanya Tal…

National Arts Centre — Babs Asper Theatr… · Downtown

What does meaningful reconciliation actually look like – and what role do women have to play in advancing it? Join The H…

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Toddler Tuesdays at National Arts Centre
#free#family#kids
Tue 28 Oct
cultural

Toddler Tuesdays at National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre · Downtown

Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creat…

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Art n Tell – Monthly Artist Showcase
#free#arts#community
Mon 26 Jan
arts

Art n Tell – Monthly Artist Showcase

Pour Boy (Upstairs) · Downtown

Monthly open mic for visual and performing artists of all disciplines and skill levels to showcase their work in a suppo…

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Canadian War Museum - Free Thursday Evenings
#free#museum#history
Thu 5 Mar
educational

Canadian War Museum - Free Thursday Evenings

Canadian War Museum · Downtown

Free museum admission every Thursday evening with special exhibitions on Canadian military history. Reservations require…

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