December 2026 Events (411 events)
Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during December 2026.
The Comeback: By Trish Cooper and Sam Vint
**A co-production with The Citadel Theatre (Edmonton)** **A love story. With baggage.** The Comeback, written by real-li…
Powwow Life-Drawing
Come join us for this two-hour life-drawing session where you can capture the dynamic beauty of powwow dances and their…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: The Young Girls of Rochefort
Join us for a free screening of The Young Girls of Rochefort as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for…
Liars at a Funeral
This production is part of the GCTC 26/27 Season. [Image description: Text per caption. On a brown textured background,…
Teen Film Screening: The Breakfast Club
Join us at Carlingwood branch for a screening of The Breakfast Club! Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided! Come…
Bored Teachers “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour – 2026 (5:00…
Presented by Outback Presents. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College stu…
Little Women
Despite their childhood being interrupted by civil war and poverty, Meg, Jo, Amy, and Beth rise to the occasion, bringin…
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults - Beginner
Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Give it a try with a one-session-long adventure for beginners! Learn the basic rules…
Damn Fine Improv
Here at Damn Fine Improv we have a commitment to offering you, our cherished audiences, a night of Improv comedy like no…
Matinée Café: Quatuor Despax
Four musical siblings make up the Quatuor Despax and regularly perform concerts in Canada's national capital and in the…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Oklahoma!
Join us for a free screening of Oklahoma! as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The film…
Damien Robitaille - Ultraviolet SOLO
Damien Robitaille dazzles audiences with his range, as he masterfully juggles various instruments and genres. From catch…
SOS - The ABBA Experience: ABBA Holly Jolly Christmas!
The buzz is real, and it’s wrapped in tinsel this time! SOS – The ABBA Experience returns with a Christmas spectacular t…
A Night of Magic with Magician Michael Conway
Magician Michael Conway brings you an evening of non-stop comedy, magic and illusions! The show combines classic magic w…
Lydol: Élixir
The first slam poet finalist for the Prix Découvertes RFI, Lydol has successfully established both her name and her art…
The Vinyl Cafe Christmas Musical: Based on The Vinyl Cafe St…
An NAC English Theatre Production Originally produced by the Citadel Theatre, Edmonton ## Holiday mishaps in the key of…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: South Pacific
Join us for a free screening of South Pacific as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The f…
Holiday Movie Night at Rideau
Join us at the Rideau Branch for a festive movie night! We will be showing the classic 1951 film Scrooge, one of the mos…
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy – December 18
Presented by James & Jamesy. Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups! Combining British proprie…
The Jersey Nights Before Christmas Show
The special Christmas presentation that Variety magazine calls, “Exciting, enthusiastic, and just lots of fun!” The Jers…
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy – December 19
Presented by James & Jamesy. Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups! Combining British proprie…
Dogs Do Magic: A Canine Christmas
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of mind-blowing magic, hilarious comedy, and jaw-dropping canine tricks in this o…
Je suis William: An unruly Elizabethan musical theatre piece
To be or not to be Shakespeare: that has been the question for 400 years! Adding to the vast array of theories about the…
Maria Bamford Live
Presented by Outback Presents. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College stu…
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy – December 20 (2:00PM & 6:…
Presented by James & Jamesy. (1) DOORS: 1:30 PM | SHOW: 2:00 PM TICKETS (2) DOORS: 6:00 PM | SHOW: 6:30 PM TICKETS Fans…
Michael J. Davis - Bublé Christmas
Bublé Christmas is a Canadian tribute show that authentically captures the essence of Michael Bublé's performances. The…
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
**Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups!** Combining British propriety with an unabashed love…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: Chi-Raq
Join us for a free screening of Chi-Raq as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The film wa…
Themed Movie Tuesdays: 42nd Street
Join us for a free screening of 42nd Street as part of our "We've Located the Musical" movie theme for December. The fil…
Board Games / Jeux de société
Play card games and board games at the library. For families. Drop-in. / La bibliothèque vous accueille pour des jeux de…
Trivia Tuesdays at The Barley Mow
Test your knowledge every Tuesday night at The Barley Mow! Grab your smartest friends (or the funniest ones) for trivia…
Thirsty Thursdays
Barrio del Sabor (Latin Dance Sundays)
A free weekly Latin dance night at Barrio Ottawa with a beginner/intermediate lesson at 7:00 PM and a social dance party…
Beading is Medicine
Comedy at the Carleton (Open Mic)
A free stand-up open mic upstairs at The Carleton Tavern, weekly on Tuesdays from September 1. Local comics, cheap drink…
Yoga with Basia Going
A Bit Flow-y with a Therapeutic Twist Hatha encompasses everything from asana (postures), vinyasa (transitions), and pra…
Adult Chess Club / Club d'échecs pour adultes
Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyon…
Adult Games / Jeux de société pour adultes
Do you love playing cards like Euchre? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome…
Mystery Monday
Come join us for some fun and laughter at the library. Each week will be a new self guided activity to explore rotating…
Nintendo Switch Evening / Soirée Nintendo Switch
Are you looking to Switch things up? Come relax and play Switch games with us! Bring your own device, some games will b…
SoulRhythms
Let your soul shine as we travel throughout Africa and the Caribbean on an exciting journey through movement and dance.…
Chess Club D'échecs
Are you interested in practicing your chess skills?Join us for open games of chess every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 pm. Whet…
Youth Chess club / Club d'échecs jeunesse
Play and learn about chess. Jouer et apprendre jouer aux échecs. For ages 6 years and up.Pour les 6 ans et plus.
Chess Club / Club d'echecs
Play and learn about chess. Jouer et apprendre jouer aux échecs. For ages 6 years and upPour les 6 ans et plus.
Royal Oak Trivia
Scrabble!
Join us for an afternoon of gaming fun!Drop in and enjoy a fun game of Scrabble in a relaxed and friendly environment.Pl…
Youth Chess Club | Club d'échecs jeunesse
Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment! Practice the basics or test your wits with a…
Youth Chess Club | Club d'échecs jeunesse
Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment.Ages: 10 to 18. Drop-in program..Venez jouer a…
Greely Cards and Games for Adults (55+)
Drop-in for a session of card games and board games for adults 55+ at the Greely Library.An assortment of games and card…
Dungeons & Dragons
For ages 13-17. Interested in playing D&D? Then join us for a D&D adventure. Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role play…
Teen and Tween Afternoon
Weekly Boardgames & Video Games!Come hang out at the library on Saturday afternoons to play your choice of boardgames an…
Adult & 10+ Chess Club
Join us for adult and 10+ chess, all levels welcome an instructor will be available! Come meet new people and have fun.…
Miniature Gaming
Interested in miniature gaming with toy soldiers? Join in to play science fiction, high fantasy and historical games. Pr…
Chess on Sundays / Les dimanches d'échecs
Are you interested in practicing your chess skills? Join us for open games of chess. Whether you are a beginner or a mor…
Movie Night at Rideau | Soirée de film à Rideau
Join us at the Rideau Branch for a movie night!July 13 - Woman of the Hour (2023)A stranger-than-fiction story of an asp…
Mahjong at the Library
Join fellow mahjong players for a friendly game in a congenial environment. Drop-in program, no registration required.
Homeschool Social Club
Join us for an afternoon of fun for home-schooled children and their families. Each month a different activity will be o…
Dungeons & Dragons learn-to-play non-role-playing sessions
Join JP the Game Master to learn all about how to play Dungeons & Dragons in this lively educational session meant for b…
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…
Monday Night at the Movies/ Lundi cinéma
Join us at Sunnyside for our monthly film screening every third Monday of the month.Monday September 21st at 6:15pm -Emm…
Board Games & Brain Teasers / Jeux de société et casse-têtes
Drop in with your friends & family for exciting board games, card games, and brain teasers! Play games from our large co…
Family Movie Showtime
Drop in for a free viewing of a movie! Participants are welcome to bring a light snack and a covered drink. Drop-in prog…
Wednesday Afternoon Cards
Looking for fun and community? Join us for cards at the Nepean Centrepointe branch on the fourth Wednesday of the month.…
Beaded Gauntlet Mitten Workshop: with Collen Nolan
The Beaded Gauntlet Mitt Workshop with Colleen Nolan offers a unique opportunity to learn the traditional art of craftin…
Ethan Claymore’s Christmas
On Christmas Eve, struggling egg farmer Ethan is confronted by the loveable grump next door who announces that after fiv…
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
“Safe?... don’t you hear what Mrs. Beaver tells you? Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good.…