Here is this weekend’s lineup of events in Ottawa! You’ll find lots of things to do, from film screenings to sport events, markets and art exhibitions. Share this post with your friends and tell me if you know about any other things to do in Ottawa this weekend!
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14 events you won’t want to miss this weekend in Ottawa
1. Ottawa Canadian Film Festival
Showcasing a variety of films created by independent Canadian film makers. Films from three Ottawa filmmakers will be showcased this festival season alongside 13 other films. Tickets: $25. When: Nov 7-9, 7pm-11pm. Where: Bytowne Theatre, 325 Rideau St. Details: ocanfilmfest.ca
2. War Memorial Walking Tour
This tour requires only a few blocks of walking, but it will take you across more than 150 years of Canada’s history. Learn about the events memorialized, why they were memorialized, and more! Walking covers 700 meters of sidewalks with no stairs. FREE. When: Sunday Nov 10 at 2pm. Where: National War Memorial, Confederation Square. Ottawa. Details: https://sites.google.com/view/timetravellernorth/tours/war-memorial-beyond
3. One World Bazaar
Shop for one-of-a-kind products and enjoy live music, food, lawn games, dancers and musicians from different cultural backgrounds. Designs by Mumtaz will be here on Sunday from 10am to 5pm offering beautiful henna. FREE. When: Nov 8-11. Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. Mon 12-5pm. Where: 6110 Mitch Owens Rd, Manotick. Details: oneworldbazaar.ca
4. Poppy Drop
Lest we forget. To honour our veterans. thousands of virtual poppies will be projected onto the Peace Tower and Senate Building on Parliament Hill this week. Truly, a show worthy of those who served to protect us and for us to remember them. FREE. When: Wednesday Nov 6 – Monday Nov 11, from 6:30pm – 9:30pm (midnight on the 10th / 11th). Where: Parliament Hill, 111 Wellington St, Ottawa. Details: https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/poppy-drop
5. 67’s vs Brampton Steelheads
Friday night is hockey night in Ottawa. See the stars of tomorrow, today and cheer on the 67’s as they go fishing for a win over the Brampton Steelheads. Tickets from $24. When: Friday Nov 8, at 7pm. Where: TD Place (Lansdowne Park), 1015 Bank St, Ottawa. Details: https://chl.ca/ohl-67s/
6. 260 Fingers
Turning lumps of clay into works of art. 260 Fingers brings together 26 outstanding regional clay artists and potters (and their fingers) for an invitational exhibition of clay works for you to admire, inspire, and purchase. FREE. When: Friday Nov 8 – Sunday Nov 10, from 10am – 4pm (6pm – 9pm Friday). Where: Glebe Community Centre, 175 Third Ave, Ottawa. Details: https://www.260fingers.ca/
7. The Original Navan Market
Visit the Holiday Market and shop a wide variety of handmade, homegrown goods. Find something for yourself or possibly a gift for someone else! FREE. When: Saturday Nov 10, 10am-3pm. Where: 1279 Colonial Rd, Navan.
8. NOIR Art Festival
This event has been cancelled.
9. Metcalfe Farmers’ Christmas Market
Time to get into the Christmas spirit. Come explore the Metcalfe Farmer’s Christmas Market where all the vendors are local, and they make, bake, create or grow all their own products. Something for all your Christmas needs in one place, with free parking and ATM on site. FREE. When: Saturday Nov 9, from 9am – 2pm. Where: Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Dr, Greely. Details: https://www.metcalfefm.com/events-1
10. Ottawa Gatineau Tattoo Expo
A celebration of ink like no other. At the Ottawa Gatineau Tattoo expo, over 100 masters of the tattoo craft gather to show off their talent. Plenty of music, contests and tattoo appointments available await those willing to dive into the inky depths. Tickets $20. When: Friday Nov 8 – Sunday Nov 10, from 2pm–12am (Friday), 11am-12am (Sat), 12pm-7pm (Sun). Where: Hilton Lac-Leamy, 3 bd du Casino, Gatineau. Details: https://ottawatattooexpo.ca/
11. Cirque A la Carte
The magic of Cirque a la Carte promises an up close and personal experience merging with the thrill of the circus. Watch jugglers, aerialists, hand balancers and contortionists, all in an intimate setting. Two shows, but the evening show is more for the adults. Tickets from $45. When: Saturday Nov 9, at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Where: Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orleans. Details: https://www.cirquonscient.com/cirquealacarte
12. Capital Sessions
Experience soulful house music with DJ sets, dance workshops, and performances in a vibrant, family-friendly space. All ages and skill levels welcome—just come to dance, learn, or vibe! FREE. When: Sunday Nov 10, 1:30–3:30pm (Workshops at 1:30 & 2:30pm. Where: National Arts Centre, Ottawa
13. Ottawa Swing Dance Society 25th Anniversary Dance
Celebrate 25 years of swing with live music and a band battle between Montreal’s Michael Srey Legacy Band and Ottawa’s Sonic Blue. No experience needed—come dance, enjoy, and make memories! Tickets: $30 Early Bird, $35 Online, $40 at the Door. When: Friday Nov 8, 8pm (Beginner lessons) | 9 pm (Battle of the Bands). Where: St. Joseph’s Parish, 174 Wilbrod St, Ottawa
14. Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band
Get ready for an unforgettable, high-energy night with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band live in Ottawa! When: Saturday Nov 9, 7:30pm. Where: Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa.
More things to do in Ottawa this weekend
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
15. Alice’s adventures in Wonderland
Follow Alice as she falls through a rabbit hole into Wonderland, a fantasy world where she makes friends with different creatures as she tries to find her way home. Adapted by Tim Kelly from the all-time favourite novel presented by the University of Ottawa Theatre Club. Tickets: $15 – $75. When: Nov 6-9, Wed- Sat 7:30pm. Saturday 2:30pm. Where: The Gladstone Theatre, 910 Gladstone Avenue
16. L’Outaouais au Menu
Indulge in a three-course prix fixe dinner ($54 or $74) at select restaurants, celebrating the region’s finest local ingredients on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. When: November 7-9. Where: Various locations. Details: outaouaisaumenu.ca/en
17. Esencia Flamenca
Experience the fiery soul of flamenco with the acclaimed Castro Romero siblings, who bring their family’s deep-rooted passion and internationally celebrated artistry to life in a night of music, dance, and song. Ticket price: $56.19 to $95. When: Friday Nov 8, 8pm. Where: Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd, Ottawa. Details: shenkmanarts.ca/en/esencia-flamenca
18. A Tribute to Amy Winehouse
Join Renée and her seven-piece band for an evening showcasing the Back To Black album, including hit songs from Frank & Lioness: Hidden Treasures. Tickets: $30.51, 19+ When: Nov 8-9, 9pm-11:55pm. Where: Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street.
19. Snow in Midsummer
This tense, emotional and at times eerie production shows how well a good ghost story can grip an audience. Ticket price starting at $31 – $61. Wednesday Oct 30–Nov 9, at 8pm. Azrieli Studio, National arts Centre, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa.
Saturday
20. Together at LAC. Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is a special moment in the calendar to pause and reflect on the meaning of this day. LAC is proud to bring you a day of engaging activities for all ages on this important theme. Meet subject experts, visit the research spaces, make a craft to take home or to a local memorial. FREE. When: Saturday Nov 9, 10am-3pm. Where: Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street.
21. Military Memorials of Green Island Walking Tour
Expand your Remembrance Day experience beyond the National War Memorial and take in other important memorials to the Royal Canadian Artillery, the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan, the Mackenzie Papineau Brigade, CANLOAN officers and WWII troops deployed to Hong Kong, to name a few. Walking covers about 1 kilometre of flat ground with no stairs. FREE. When: Saturday Nov 9, 2pm-4pm. Where: National Artillery Monument, 90 Sussex Dr
Sunday
22. The Unknown Soldier
Seventeen Voyces chamber choir presents The Unknown Soldier, a concert marking Remembrance Day featuring music by Ottawa composers Andrew Ager, Matthew Larkin, as well as Bach and Mozart. Tickets: from $20. When: Sunday Nov 10, 4pm. Where: St. Matthew’s Church, 130 Glebe Avenue.
Monday
23. National Remembrance Day Ceremony
Join the Royal Canadian Legion’s annual ceremony to honor Canada’s military service members. Highlights include two minutes of silence, a wreath-laying, and a fly-past (weather permitting). At the end, attendees place poppies on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Wreaths can be purchased to support the Legion Poppy Fund. When: Monday Nov 11, 10:45am. Where: National War Memorial, Ottawa
Other recurring events in Ottawa
27. Hintonburg Night Market
You can pick up local eats, treats and all things handmade. Be entertained by local musicians, buskers and entertainers. Starting May 30, every Thursday night from 5pm to 10pm. 1088 Somerset St. W. Ottawa.