December 2026 Events (411 events)
Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during December 2026.
Miracle on 34th Street
The beloved holiday radio show is BACK! See how the magic of the golden age of radio comes alive on stage. Showtimes: Tu…
Under The Lights: A Tribute to the Music of A Charlie Brown…
*Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access a…
Ivan Boivin-Flamand
Ivan Boivin-Flamand is back in the spotlight with a brand new microalbum, Nitehi, and a brand new show. Accompanied by h…
Je comprends. Respect.: A theatrical hip-hop battle
Go ahead and make noise during this irresistible hybrid show, part hip hop battle and part captivating autobiographical…
Storgårds & Sibelius: Winter Solstice: With the NAC Orchestr…
Stoke your inner fire and celebrate the upcoming winter solstice with an evening exploring the season’s icy majesty. Two…
Basset
Basset are bringing their deeply human lyrics and close harmonies to the NAC on December 4, touring their Sophomore albu…
Jann Arden Christmas Concert with the NAC Orchestra
CELEBRATING SONGS FROM THE PLATINUM-CERTIFIED ALBUM A JANN ARDEN CHRISTMAS Award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter Jann…
Mikhail Laxton
Mikhail Laxton brings a soulful, feel-good vibe to honest songs about real life. With tracks like “Dirty,” “I Like The W…
An East Coast Christmas with THE BARRA MacNEILS 40th Anniver…
Presented by Shantero Productions. The Barra MacNeils – An East Coast Christmas is a musical potpourri of traditional Ma…
Elvis - A Christmas Special featuring Pete Paquette
Returning this Holiday season, the incredible showman, Pete Paquette, and his band, The Rockin' Royals with the sensatio…
Fall Movie Night: Mortal Kombat II
Mortal Kombat II | Age rating: R The stakes are higher than ever as Earth’s greatest champions enter the legendary Morta…
The Tenors: Season of Hope Tour
This holiday season, join The Tenors for their Season of Hope Tour, an uplifting concert experience that celebrates the…
Jazzy Little Christmas
Have yourself a Jazzy Little Christmas with the John Dapaah trio, Michael Curtis Hanna and Roxanne Goodman With the fest…
Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concer…
Presented in English with French subtitles Please note that Under30 tickets for these performances are limited. The NAC…
Kellylee Evans: Winter Song
Juno Award-winning vocalist and songwriter Kellylee Evans brings the magic of the holiday season to life with her latest…
Holiday Rock Bash for CHEO’s Autism Program
Presented by Reckless Fire Tribute to Bryan Adams
Montreal Guitar Trio: Christmas Around the World
Our three guitar virtuosos revisit holiday classics with boundless creativity, bold arrangements and a style all their o…
The Good Guys & David Campbell Jazz Night
December 12 2026
Tyler Hilton
Handel's Messiah
One of Ottawa’s most beloved holiday traditions returns to Southam Hall: Handel’s Messiah, with its ecstatic “Hallelujah…
Marc Hervieux – Nostalgia Noël
The logical continuation of the Nostalgia 1 and 2 project could only be a Christmas album. Christmas time is clearly the…
Masters in the Hall Celtic Music for Christmastime
North American Irish Fiddle Champion Kyle Burghout joins forces with flute/whistle player Justin Thériault, and Celtic h…
Céleste Lévis Chante Noël
A holiday tradition that continues for an 8th year at the NAC! Back at the NAC, Céleste Lévis invites you to an enchanti…
Good Lovelies: 20th Anniversary Christmas Concert
Canadian vocal harmony trio Good Lovelies’ much-loved Christmas Tour returns this December as they celebrate their 20th…
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas…
Get ready for the brand-new Celtic Family Christmas… PARTY! At the NAC, we’re sharing the Christmas spirit with the enti…
Ottawa Jazz Orchestra: Nutcracker Double
Ring in the holiday season with the Ottawa Jazz Orchestra and a festive, swinging celebration of Tchaikovsky’s beloved w…
Choir! Choir! Choir!: Un-Silent Night
“Why see a show when you can BE the show!” Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns…
The Sound of Music
For 65 years, The Sound of Music has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charmin…
Hard Rock Cafe Ottawa Live Performances
Every Friday and Saturday evening Hard Rock Cafe has FREE live concerts starting at 9:30PM
Karaoke Shark
? Karaoke Night at 188 Bank with Karaoke Shark! ? Join us every Saturday from 9PM to 1AM at The Royal Oak – 188 Bank Str…
Open Mic Night
Art House Cafe Weekly open mic night! Open to all artists/genres. NEW!!! In-person sign-up ONLY from 6:30-7:00 pm on the…
RP Acoustic Music Circle
Are you looking for a cozy place to jam with other musicians? This is a drop-in for musicians ages 16+, to make some mus…
'Folk’ Song Circle
Enjoy singing your favourite soft pop songs from the 50’s-80’s, Celtic and other folk music! All ages and levels of expe…