Entertainment Events in November 2026

Rogers v. Rogers

Tom Rooney stars in Michael Healey’s one-person drama about the Rogers telecom dynasty at GCTC, October 20–November 1. Performances run Tuesday–Sunday, with two Saturday shows.

Alone in the Dark – Cumberland Heritage Village Museum (ENGLISH)

A two-hour guided paranormal investigation explores four heritage buildings at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum. Participants must be 16 or older.

Alone in the Dark – Billings Estate National Historic Site

A two-hour small-group paranormal investigation explores Billings Estate through stories and guided experiments. Participants must be 16 or older.

À poils: Explosive, immersive stage experience you can dive straight into

Don’t miss this mind-blowing Unidentified Furry Object from France! To the sound of electric guitars, three rather tough-looking stage technicians begin to load in equipment and summon us to help t...

Latin Sparks Festival Presents: Noche De Muertos

Latin Sparks Festival brings Noche De Muertos to the Ottawa Art Gallery on Halloween, with a Latin DJ, dancing, live performances and Día de los Muertos face painting included with admission. Costumes and dressed-up looks are encouraged.

The Psychology of Cults

Cults investigator Mike King examines how high-control groups form, recruit members and use manipulation.

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 regalia on your own paper. Participants will bring their own material and wor...

Themed Movie Tuesdays: Carandiru

Join us for a free screening of Carandiru as part of our "I Don't Need No Juggernautin' Keys" movie theme for November. The film was directed by Héctor Babenco and was released in 2003. The screeni...

Dreamcatcher Workshop: with Bougie Birch

Join us in the NAC’s Atelier Shenkman Smith for Bougie Birch's Dreamcatcher Workshop. Under the guidance of Indigenous artist and educator, Ashley Clark, craft your own dreamcatcher in a 1.5-2 hour...

Teen Film Screening: The Craft

Join us at Carlingwood branch for a screening of The Craft! Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided! Come by yourself or bring a few friends and enjoy an evening movie at the library. Teen Pro...

Kyla Cobbler: Gone Rogue

Presented by Outback Presents. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access and use this ticket type.) Click here to see ho...

L'Orestie: The iconic classical trilogy revisited by Alice Ronfard

Alice Ronfard revisits Aeschylus’s Oresteia trilogy at the NAC Babs Asper Theatre on November 5–7. Evening performances begin at 7 pm, followed by a Saturday 3 pm matinee.

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 of this popular game as you undertake an adventure with fellow players! This...

Damn Fine Improv Presents: The Pillow Fort!

An adult improv fundraiser inspired by after-school television, with audience drawings, playful hosts and unscripted comedy at LIVE! on Elgin.

Themed Movie Tuesdays: A Prophet

Join us for a free screening of A Prophet as part of our "I Don't Need No Juggernautin' Keys" movie theme for November. The film was directed by Jacques Audiard and was released in 2009. The screen...

Dracula

Jonathan Harker has been warned by Dr. Van Helsing, his close friend and world-famous scientist in England, to be wary of his trip to Transylvania to close a real estate transaction with Count Drac...

Gimme Moore! — Eden Moore’s 5 Year Drag Anniversary

Celebrate Eden Moore's fifth drag anniversary with Gimme Moore!, a Drag Me To Live! show at LIVE! on Elgin. The programme combines lip-sync performances, comedy, costumes and live vocals.

The King James Bible Play: Written by Charlotte Corbeil-Coleman

Charlotte Corbeil-Coleman’s Stratford Festival comedy explores a committee translating the King James Bible. Eleven performances run November 11–21 at the NAC Azrieli Studio; the NAC notes mature themes.

Maude Landry - Trop cool

Maude Landry presents Trop cool, a French-language comedy show about individuality, social expectations and the pressure to fit in. Her observational and self-deprecating material turns everyday doubts and contradictions into comedy.

K-POP INFINITY TOUR

Yesterday Once More – The Carpenters Songbook

Toni Lee and a full band perform a tribute to Karen and Richard Carpenter, revisiting the duo’s career and recognizable songs. The repertoire includes Superstar, Rainy Days and Mondays, (They Long to Be) Close to You and Yesterday Once More.

Foutue fin de semaine

Alexandra and Alexandre each book a solo Caribbean getaway, only to discover that a reservation error has placed them in the same bungalow. This French-language comedy by Jamin Chtouki stars Carole B. Thomas and Jamin Chtouki.

Rhino: Out Innerspace

Out Innerspace brings its surreal dance work Rhino to the NAC Babs Asper Theatre on November 13 and 14, with performances at 7:30 pm.

A March Family Christmas Fundraiser

Ottawa School of Theatre’s drop-in fundraiser supports its upcoming Little Women production. Activities include a food drive, bake sale, card-writing corner, art activities, music and local vendors.