October 2026 Events (110 events)
Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during October 2026.
EEPMON
Come to the Jackson Café to discover two large murals, featuring the digital artwork of Eric Chan (aka eepmon)! In Futur…
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…
Employment Support
Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Zolas - Swooner Anniversary Tour
Presented by spectrasonic with the support of Ontario Creates, SAW and Collective Arts
Capital Region Writers Group: Write-In
Join your fellow writers to get excited for Capital Region Writers' marathon month in November! Build emergency plot kit…
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…