All Events
Ottawa Gatineau Tattoo Expo #17
International tattoo artists, onsite tattooing, world-class tattoo battles with over $10,000 in prizes, live bands, circus acts, suspension performances, and burlesque dancers.
Orleans Comic Book & Novelty Show
Free all-ages event featuring 100+ vendor tables with comics, collectibles, and unique novelties. Includes Ghostbusters and LEGO displays with family-friendly activities. Cosplay encouraged!
Ottawa Pet Expo
Ottawa's Largest Pet Festival featuring 200+ vendors, Canine Fun Zone, SpeedWay Lure Course, Feline Fest with TICA cat show, Bird & Small Animal Zone, and Reptile, Plant & Aquatic Expo.
Listen to the Music - Doobie Brothers Tribute at Hard Rock Cafe
Free Doobie Brothers tribute performance on Halloween at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM after show.
Day of the Dead Cultural weekend at One World Bazaar
A heritage barn packed with beautiful handmade goods from around the world. Features live music, delicious food, lawn games, and meaningful cultural exchange supporting 2500+ artisans worldwide.
Alone in the Dark - Billings Estate National Historic Site
Exclusive small-group investigations offer a rare chance to explore the historic mansion and its grounds, listening for whispers from the past.
Day of the Dead Festival Ottawa
Three-day celebration of Mexican culture featuring art, gastronomy, music, and dance in honor of the traditional Day of the Dead.
Monster Mixtape - Halloween Concert with the NAC Orchestra
The NAC Orchestra turns Southam Hall into a playground of sound and suspense with eerie, epic, and haunted music straight out of your favourite Halloween playlist.
The Turn of the Screw
A haunting theatrical adaptation of Henry James classic gothic tale, directed by Ian Gillies. Experience this psychological thriller featuring disturbing scenes in an intimate theatre setting.
Toddler Tuesdays at National Arts Centre
Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creative play with instructor Jesse Kahat.
LEGO Halloween Witch Make & Take
Free LEGO Witch building event for kids! Build and take home your own LEGO Halloween creation while supplies last.
Queen Flash at Hard Rock Cafe
Free Queen tribute performance at Hard Rock Cafe. Doors open 7PM, show starts approximately 8PM. DJ until 1AM after show.