October 2026 Events (720 events)
Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during October 2026.
Tracy and Martina: Live
Presented by Live Nation.
Samarpan: A Tribute to Tradition
Presented by Natwari Arts. Join us for Samarpan (“Surrender to the Divine”), a vibrant annual celebration of Indian clas…
Preserving the Harvest
Join us for a talk and demonstration on ways to preserve your garden harvest. We will cover drying, cooking, canning, vi…
Paeezgan 2026
Presented by Saba Art Institute, [PERFORMED IN Farsi and English]. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their…
Fall Movie Night: Scary Movie
Scary Movie (2026) | Age rating: R The iconic parody franchise returns as Cindy, Brenda, Shorty, and Ray find themselves…
November Kids Comic Club (Ages 10-12)
Join us as we kick off the Kids Comic club at Nepean Centrepointe! We will meet once a month, on a Sunday from 2-3 PM :…
Pat Metheny – SIDE-EYE III+
Presented by MODO-LIVE. Pat Metheny, born August 12, 1954, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, has stood at the forefront of mode…
Josh Thomas: jiggle, jiggle
Presented by Outback Presents. After premiering the show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and touring across Australia’s…
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram – The Hard Road Tour
Presented by LiveNation. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “the undisputed future of the blues,” Christone “Kingfish” Ingram is…
Resonance of Dunhuang – Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensembl…
Presented by Canada-China Cultural Development Association (CCCDA). The Ensemble performs music inspired by the ancient…
Mike Kalambay & Shekinah Music Live
Presented by RJonas Production. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College st…
Relive the Music 50s, 60s & 70s Show
Presented by S. A. M. PRODUCTIONS LTD.. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin Co…
Wednesday Afternoon Crafts
On the second Wednesday of the month, Nepean Centrepointe will host a workshop to teach you how to make a different craf…
Wellness Fair 2026
All are welcome to join us at this free event to discover health and wellness resources available in your community.Our…
Ticket to the Moon “The ELO Tribute”
Presented by Dream Rock Entertainment Inc. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin…
Ottawa Open Classic 2026
Presented by Canadian Physique Alliance. The CPA Ottawa Open Classic has been running in Ottawa for over 40 years and ha…
October Kids Comic Club (Ages 10-12)
Join us for the Kids Comic club at Nepean Centrepointe! We will meet once a month, on a Sunday from 2-3 PM: October 18:…
Sal Vulcano: EVERYTHING’S FINE TOUR
Presented by Outback Presents. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College stu…
Menopause The Musical 2026 – NEW SHOW ADDED
Presented by Shaggypup Productions. Smash Hit Returns – Menopause The Musical. Set in a department store, four women wit…
Passport to the Underworld (Ages 10-12)
Inspired by Jean Menzies’ hit books, we’re diving into the legendary realms of the dead. Skip the basic ghost stories an…
Menopause The Musical 2026
Presented by Shaggypup Productions. ## SHOW ADDED – Monday Oct. 19th @ 7:00pm ## Click Here to Buy Tickets Smash Hit Ret…
Intro to Sewing: Cryptid Plushie
Learn how to use a sewing machine and get into the spirit of spooky season while making a Mothman plushie. No previous s…
Kyla Cobbler: Gone Rogue – 3rd SHOW ADDED
Presented by Outback Presents. NEW SHOW ADDED on October 21st! (November 5th show info here / October 22nd show info her…
Here’s John Bishop
Presented by Live Nation. Rating: This show contains adult content and is suggested for audiences 14+ Get ready for a hu…
Canada-China Culture and Art Association (CCCAA) Fall Gala
Presented by Canada-China Culture and Art Association (CCCAA). Ottawa, ON – Mark your calendars for a night of cultural…
Journée pédagogique: Films pour la famille - Le chaînon manq…
Entrée libre pour une projection gratuite de films pour enfants! Les participants sont invités apporter une collation lé…
Recognizing Fake News
In honour of Media Literacy Week, Nepean Centrepointe invites you to attend a presentation and workshop on recognizing f…
Teen Halloween
The Nepean Centrepointe library’s Teen Advisory Group will once again be organizing a Halloween event. Event details and…
Intergalactic Goddesses
Presented by VJJ EVENTS. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student I…
El-Funoun Canada Tour Ya Saheb Al Tair
Presented by Mosaic of Cultures. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College s…
Zombie Barbies Returns
Zombies are returning to the library. Join us for an afternoon of ghoulish crafting as we transform Barbie dolls into zo…
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…
Employment Support
Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…
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…
Sunday Morning Family Storytime
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program.
Monday Morning Family Storytime & Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program.
Starry night Storytime
Wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us! Stories, rhymes, and songs for childre…
Babytime followed by a Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver.Stay and chat after Babytime with toys…
Bilingual Family Storytime / Contes en famille bilingue
Stories, rhymes & songs for children, parents and caregivers. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âge…
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…
Reading Buddies: 4:15pm Session
Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4? Would you like them to boost their confidence and motivation to read? Join our we…
Reading Buddies: 5:15pm Session
Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4? Would you like them to boost their confidence and motivation to read? Join our we…
Tuesday English Conversation Group
Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the…
Family Storytime followed by a Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Stay and Play following storytime. Meet new…
Wednesday English Conversation Group
Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the…
Wednesday Morning Toddlertime & Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program.
Wednesday Afternoon Book Talks
Hungry for another recommendation? Join us at Nepean Centrepointe on the first Wednesday of the month. Library staff and…
Babytime & Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Followed by Stay and Play.
Thursday English Conversation Group
Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the…
English Conversation Group
Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. This program is facilitated by The Ne…
Saturday Morning Storytime
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program.
Saturday Family Storytime followed by a Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Stay and play following storytime. Meet new…
Chess @Centrepointe
For children 7-12, interested in learning to play chess and finding out more about the game. Teen volunteers will be on…
Lego® Block Party | Fête en blocs Lego®
Create and build with Lego®!Drop-in program. Family program.Architectes en herbe, vos Lego®!Programme portes ouvertes. P…
Miniature Gaming
Interested in miniature gaming with toy soldiers? Join in to play science fiction, high fantasy and historical games. Pr…
Get Crafty!
Come craft at the library! We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity.Ages 6–12. Drop-in.September 23,…
Club de lecture
Participez des rencontres sociales pour discuter d’une grande variété de livres sélectionnés par les membres du club de…
Science Fiction Fantasy Book Club
Join us to discuss books from the science fiction and fantasy genres each month. All are welcome! Every 3rd Thursday of…
Game On! Board Games & Puzzles for Adults
Unwind and connect with others in a friendly, welcoming space. Play one of the available board games and puzzles, or bri…
Black and Diasporic Book Club
Join us in this book club dedicated to exploring a diversity of literature written by and about Black and diasporic peop…
Wednesday Afternoon Tech Talks
New gadgets and services emerge every day. It can be difficult to keep track of all the new avenues that they open up, a…
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…
Spanish-English Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Inglés y español
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Cuentos, rimas y canciones para niño…
Indie Author Group
Are you a writer or author looking to learn more about the indie publishing process? Join author N.G. Avant for this mon…
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…
Wednesday Afternoon Cards
Looking for fun and community? Join us for cards at the Nepean Centrepointe branch on the fourth Wednesday of the month.…