This Weekend's Events

EEPMON

Come to the Jackson Café to discover two large murals, featuring the digital artwork of Eric Chan (aka eepmon)! In Futur…

Hard Rock Cafe Ottawa Live Performances

Every Friday and Saturday evening Hard Rock Cafe has FREE live concerts starting at 9:30PM

becoming|un|becoming: deepening relations

The artworks by Leah Decter, a white settler artist and scholar, offer an opportunity to reflect on repair and care of r…

Intertwined

In a time marked by our increasingly complex relationship to the natural world, Intertwined brings together artists for…

Ottawa Farmers' Market

From the heart of the land to the heart of the city ? welcome to our Winter Farmers' Market season! Join 75+ local vendo…

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…

1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…

Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…

Babytime + Stay & Play

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies with a parent or caregiver followed by time for parents to socialize and help their…

Teen Chess Club | Club d'échecs jeunesse

Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment!Ages 8 to 18. Drop-in program..Venez jouer aux…

Craft Night

Everyone is welcome to bring a project to work on (any skill level) or just chat. Every Tuesday and Thursday night at th…

The Nightstand Collective Book Club

Your evening escape into stories! Are you looking for a reason to dust off that pile of books next to your bed that have…

Groupe de conversation en français- Jeudi soir

Profitez de notre groupe de conversation afin d'améliorer vos habiletés en français l'oral. ​Join our free French Conve…

Knitting and Crochet Club/Club de tricot et crochet

Bring your knitting or crochet project and share advice, ideas, new techniques and conversations with fellow enthusiasts…

Employment Support

Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…

Bilingual Babytime and Stay & Play | Bébé à la biblio et jou…

Stories, rhymes and songs in English and French followed by time to socialize, explore, and play.Drop-in. For ages 0-18…

Seniors Social/ Socialiser entre aînés

Join us at the Orléans branch Friday afternoons from 1:45pm-3:00pm to make new friends. We have coffee, puzzles, board g…

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…

1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…

Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…

Rideau Friday English Conversation Group

Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you…

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…

Go Workshop / Atelier de Go

The Ottawa Go Club (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organizes a series of workshops for people who want to improv…

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…

Groupe de conversation en français | French conversation gro…

Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue.Join our French conversat…

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…

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 participan…

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…

1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…

Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…

Conte en famille et jouons à la biblio

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Joignez-nous après notre Contes en…

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…

Chess Club

Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyon…

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…

French Conversation-Intermediate, Groupe de conversation- ni…

Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une ambiance décontractée et conviviale. Niveau intermédiaire…

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…

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…

Monday Night at the Movies/ Lundi cinéma

Join us at Sunnyside for our monthly film screening every second Monday of the month.Monday May 11th at 6:15pm -About Ti…

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…

Atelier Zine Workshop

Learn to design, make, and publish your own Zines! ​A Zine is a small, self-published booklet filled with whatever you w…

Cook and Tell book club.

Meet with fellow food enthusiasts and put a cookbook to the test. ​Selection: ​February 23, 2026 - " Good for your gut"…

Club de lecture francophone de la Centrale

Joignez-vous nous pour des discussions conviviales propos de livres en français.Présentez-vous au bureau de consultati…

Memory Café

**Please note that the Wednesday, March 25th session is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.** An open house f…

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…

It's Time to Watch a Movie!

June 1, at 6 pm: Freakier FridayTess's daughter Anna now has a daughter of her own and soon, a stepdaughter. As they nav…

Sunnyside Euchre Club for Seniors

Come play Euchre this summer and make new friends! Even if you don't know how to play, a guide will be there to teach yo…

C'est le temps pour un film !

Le 15 juin 18 h: Le Club VinlandC'est l'histoire de Frère Jean, un éducateur exceptionnel dans un collège de garçons de…

Crazy Bear Bounce World 2026

Guinness World Record-holding inflatable amusement park spanning 3 acres with over 50,000 sq ft of interconnected bounci…

Silly Saturday Storytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.

Ghosts of the Mackenzie King Estate Walking Tour

Embark on a spooky adventure with us as we invite you to join our moonlight walk around the mysterious Mackenzie King Es…

Sunday Family Storytime

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages.​ All children welcome with a parent ​or caregiver. Drop…

Toddlertime

Stories, rhymes, and songs for toddlers 19-36 months and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in.

Yoga with Basia Going

Royal Oak Trivia

Think you’ve got what it takes to be trivia champ? Join us for Trivia Nights at the pub! Bring your friends, grab a drin…

Alone in the Dark – Billings Estate National Historic Site

What happens when the lights go out at Ottawa’s Billings Estate National Historic Site? Find out for yourself. This excl…

Sensory Storytime

Join us for a program that offers: - Dimmed lighting - Sensory toys - A smaller number of participants - An adapted circ…

Capital Region Writer's Group Write-In

You’re invited to join the Capital Region Writers for a “Write-in”: dedicated work time where you can thrive in the cama…

Theatre Under the Stars: Mirandolina

Odyssey Theatre's 40th season of Theatre Under The Stars presents Mirandolina.

Red Dragon Warhammer Tournament – 2000 pt 40k 5 player teams

2000 pt 40k 5 player teams July 25th – 26th, 2026. New player friendly! Lunch not included. Players pack to come. Space…

Pop-Up: EnviroCentre

EnviroCentre is a non-profit organization based in Ottawa, dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and making hom…

Après la récolte

Cette présentation offre plusieurs idées de conservation de nos récoltes. On proposera des méthodes pour la déshydratati…

Paper Quilling –  Bookmarks / Quilling sur papier- signets

Paper quilling is the art of rolling, shaping, and gluing thin strips of paper to create decorative designs and intricat…

Really Good Car Show

Ask A Witch Anything

Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and ask Kiki Keskinen, founder of Witch School, anything. Private 10-minute slots at Alta…

Summer Watercolour Workshop- Atmospheric Landscape: Depth &…

Learn how to paint soft atmospheric landscapes with watercolour with a local expert! #watercolourworkshop #watercolourla…

Introduction to Crochet with Eco Equitable

This 3 hour introduction to crochet class is meant for people who have never touched a crochet hook before but would lik…

Musique in the Woods

Summer Linocut Workshop: Upcycling & Stamping Your Clothes

Come join us this summer and create custom stamps for upcycling your clothes! Just bring any apparel! All Skill Levels W…

SEA you at the Craft Table | Rendez-vous à la table de bric’…

SEA you at the Craft TableDive into creativity and make your very own ocean‑inspired masterpiece—think waves, sea creatu…

FC26 Tournament on PS4

For ages 13-17. Put your skills to the test and join us for an FC26 tournament on PS4. 8 players will compete in a fast-…

Miguel de Armas: The Feeling of Free

El español sigue al texto en inglés Miguel de Armas is an internationally acclaimed Cuban pianist, composer, and arrange…

VegOttawa Fest

VegOttawa Fest is a celebration of plant-based living! It's free to attend and open to everyone.

B•L•U•S•H

B•L•U•S•H With Enemies of the Crow & Pareidolia Blush tops an all-ages alt-rock bill at Live on Elgin (Ottawa) on July 2…

The White Lotus Society – COCKTAIL CLASS | July 25

Inspired by the hit series The White Lotus, this interactive cocktail class takes guests on a journey through three icon…

Sunday Morning Dance with DJ Kathryn

Start your Sunday with a delicious drink and shake it off at a funky morning dance party with DJ Kathryn Green at Altare…

Atlético Ottawa vs. Pacific FC

The Songbird Coven Songwriter Series Summer Bash & Fundraise…

An intimate night of original songs and stories from a lineup of Ottawa songwriters, raising funds to keep the Songbird…

Heavy Lungs (UK punk)

Presented by Spectrasonic all ages admitted, 19+ w/ photo ID to drink Heavy Lungs bring raw, loud and uncompromising ene…

Punjabi Virsa Live 2026

Presented by OM Media Group, [PERFORMED IN PUNJABI]. *This event is presented in Punjabi Punjabi Virsa 2026 Ottawa featu…

STOMP!

"WEIRD AL" YANKOVIC

“WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC THE BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 TOUR Weird Al brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock…

Art n Tell – Monthly Artist Showcase

Monthly open mic for visual and performing artists of all disciplines and skill levels to showcase their work in a suppo…

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…

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

Karaoke Shark

Join us every Saturday from 9PM to 1AM at The Royal Oak – 188 Bank Street for a karaoke experience powered by Karaoke Sh…