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Stray Dog Brewing Company: Taproom Trivia Night
2025-12-17 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Stray Dog Brewing Company, 501 Lacolle Way, Orleans, Ontario, K4A 5B6, Canada
Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night.Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people to info@straydogbrewing.ca ONLY on Wednesday starting at 8 a.m.Teams up to 6 people or play as an individual.7 categories, 10 questions each category including picture and music, general knowledge, current events, and some pretty whacked out themes.Great prizes, lots of laughs. Smack talk encouraged.Bring in some food or order from our friends next door at BBCR.ca.

Music BINGO!
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Brew Revolution, 11a 6081 Hazeldean Road, Stittsville, Ontario, K2S 1B9, Canada
Music Bingo every other Wednesday!Please call the brewery to reserve a spot!

Sea Shanties, Carols & Empty Beer Barrels
2025-12-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Saint Brigid’s Centre for the Arts, 310 St. Patrick Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N5K5, Canada
SHIPMATES!! Our annual fundraiser for the Dalhousie Food Cupboard is back!!
Join the us on Friday, December 19, 2025, for an unforgettable night of sea shanties, community spirit, and holiday cheer!
Pay What You Wish (recommended contribution $25) — every dollar helps!
TICKET LINK BELOW!
This year, we’re thrilled to be at the newly opened upstairs St. Brigid’s Centre for the Arts (above The Well in the Market) with a capacity of 700, giving even more friends the chance to join in.
And don’t miss our raffle, perfect for last-minute gifts!
What to Expect:• Uplifting sea shanties and holiday carols from the Bytown Sea Shanty Collective• Craft beers, Irish whiskeys, and more!• A warm, welcoming community atmosphere• A chance to sing, cheer, and give back!
We have a goal of raising $10,000 this year for the Dalhousie Food Cupboard — let’s make it happen! Last year we sold 200 tickets in 6 days! Help us by sharing this post and buying your tickets today!
Let’s raise our glasses, sing our hearts out, and make a difference together. Grab your tickets before they sail away!
We’re also grateful for the support of our friends at the Tuesday Club of Ottawa and Earnscliffe Strategies, helping us make this night even bigger and better!
About the Dalhousie Food Cupboard:Since 1985, this community food bank has provided monthly food support in the West Centretown area of Ottawa (Somerset & Preston) to address food security, build community, and promote well-being for our neighbours in need.

Tuesday Trivia
2025-12-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Broadhead Brewing Company, 1680 Vimont Court, Unit 106, Ottawa, Ontario, K2E 7Y5, Canada
Join us each and every Tuesday for trivia with Quizmaster Kev! Free to play, prizes to be won. No reservations required. 6 general knowledge categories including name that tune! Fun starts at 6:30PM

Trivia with Outside the Box
2025-12-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Beyond the Pale Brewery, 250 City Centre Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
BTP welcomes back Outside the Box Trivia to the taproom!
This free-to-play trivia will have you plumbing the depths of your knowledge for answers as the host leads you through several rounds of thought-provoking trivia that will have you guessing until the end.
The fun starts at 7.30 PM, and we highly recommend reserving a table beforehand. Reach out to the team via reservations@btpbeer.com

Brewchre Tournament
2026-01-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Stray Dog Brewing Company, 501 Lacolle Way, Orleans, Ontario, K4A 5B6, Canada
Join a great gang of people playing euchre in a cool spot in Orleans, have some laughs, and drink beer. Pizza served at 6 p.m., and cards dealt at 6:30 p.m.
Send an email to info@straydogbrewing.ca to get on the list. Do NOT send your etransfer until you receive confirmation there is room for you. $25 gets you in and includes a beverage, two slices of delicious local pizza, and a chance at some great prizes. It’s one hell of a deal.
There are limited spots so don’t delay. If you don’t make the initial list, we will put you on the wait list in the event of any cancellations.*Please note – no refunds if you cancel within 24 hours of the tournament

Tuesday Night Trivia
2026-01-06 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-13 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-20 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-27 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-03 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Broadhead Brewing Company, 1680 Vimont Court, Unit 106, Ottawa, Ontario, K2E 7Y5, Canada

Taproom Trivia
2026-01-07 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-01-14 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-01-21 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-01-28 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-04 18:30 - 21:30 | Stray Dog Brewing Company, 501 Lacolle Way, Orleans, Ontario, K4A 5B6, Canada
Exercise your grey matter each and every Wednesday night.Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people to info@straydogbrewing.ca ONLY on Wednesday starting at 8 a.m.Teams up to 6 people or play as an individual.7 categories, 10 questions each category including picture and music, general knowledge, current events, and some pretty whacked out themes.Great prizes, lots of laughs. Smack talk encouraged.Food available. Order direct in our taproom.Always free to play

BINGO Thursday at Broadhead
2026-01-08 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-15 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-22 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-29 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-05 18:30 - 21:00 | Broadhead Brewing Company, 1680 Vimont Court, Unit 106, Ottawa, Ontario, K2E 7Y5, Canada
Join us every Thursday for free BINGO nights. Be in it to win it or simply wait for the pink ball to appear. Free to play, prizes to be won!
All supplies provided for multiple rounds of fun! First come first served, no reservations required.

Free Trivia / Quiz Night
2026-01-27 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Every Tuesday night, the Overflow taproom comes alive with Questionable Behaviour Trivia — a fast-paced, slightly irreverent trivia night built for people who love to compete, laugh, and unwind with friends over great beer.
Hosted live in the room, teams go head-to-head across themed rounds covering pop culture, music, history, odd facts, and the occasional curveball that keeps everyone on their toes. It’s social, energetic, and always a good time — and the best part is, it’s completely free to sign up and play.
Bring a team or join one when you arrive — groups are always welcome to register together, and there are prizes and bragging rights on the line every week. If you’re looking for a fun Tuesday hangout, this is the spot.

Silvergun Supermen & We Die Young - Tributes to Stone Temple Pilots & Alice In Chains
2026-01-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Get ready for Ottawa’s biggest night of 90s alternative rock for 2026 all happening at Overflow Brewing Company as two of Ottawa’s finest tribute acts bring the music of Alice In Chains and Stone Temple Pilots to life on Friday, January 30th, 2026.

We Die Young — Alice In Chains Tribute

Delivering the dark harmonies, haunting melodies, and raw emotional power that defined one of the greatest bands of the grunge era, We Die Young recreates the unmistakable sound of Alice In Chains with authenticity and intensity.

Made up of an incredible lineup of local musicians:

Dre Bourbon — Vocals

Radji Millette — Guitar & Vocals

Jay Cote — Drums

Kenneth Fraser — Bass

From the brooding weight of Rooster, Nutshell and Down in a Hole to the driving energy of Man in the Box, Bleed the Freak, and Them Bones, We Die Young captures the spirit and emotional depth that all Layne and Alice in Chains fans know and love.

Silvergun Supermen — Stone Temple Pilots Tribute

Bringing the swagger, groove, and soaring vocal energy of Scott and Stone Temple Pilots, Silvergun Supermen deliver a powerful tribute to one of the defining rock bands of the 90s alternative scene.

Featuring another stellar lineup of Ottawa talent:

Marc Bourgon — Vocals

Chris Gagnon — Guitar

Mike Hogg — Drums

Sunil Achia — Bass

From the iconic riffs of Interstate Love Song and Plush to the high-octane punch of Vasoline and Sex Type Thing, this band delivers a tight, dynamic performance that keeps the crowd on its feet all night.

🍺 A Night of Big Sound, Great Beer, and Pure Rock Vibes

Two elite tributes. One unforgettable night. Join us at Overflow Brewing Company for a full-throttle celebration of 90s rock — amazing live music, cold craft beer, and an atmosphere built for live shows.

Karaoke Night
2026-01-30 20:00 - 23:00 | Stray Dog Brewing Company, 501 Lacolle Way, Orleans, Ontario, K4A 5B6, Canada
Come as you are, sing what you love, and have a blast. Take your talent out of the shower or car, and bring it to our stage.Every voice belongs here. No judgment, just smiles and great energy. 8pm till late.

Mentallica
2026-01-31 19:00 - 23:00 | Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Get Ready to Rock with Mentallica!
Join us for an unforgettable night as Mentallica, the ultimate Metallica tribute band, takes the stage at Overflow Brewing Company on January 31st!
🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This Show:

Experience the raw energy and iconic sound of Metallica performed live by the best tribute band around!

Enjoy a selection of craft beers from Overflow Brewing while you rock out.

Perfect for Metallica fans and rock lovers alike!

🕖 Doors Open at 7 PM
🎟️ Tickets Available Now!

Get ready to headbang and sing along to your favorite Metallica hits! Grab your friends and join us for a night of epic music and memories.

Bluegrass Night with Crooked Creek
2026-01-31 20:00 - 23:00 | Stray Dog Brewing Company, 501 Lacolle Way, Orleans, Ontario, K4A 5B6, Canada
Montreal’s Crooked Creek effortlessly blends bluegrass and country music genres, fusing the energetic and complex melodies of bluegrass with the heartfelt twang of classic country music.
Every song transports listeners to the landscapes of love, grief, and all in between with an authentic sense of desire, nostalgia, and passion.

Heartbroken — A Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
2026-02-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Get ready to be transported into the heart of Tom Petty’s soundscape with Heartbroken, Ottawa’s premier tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. Made up of some of the city’s most seasoned and respected musicians, Heartbroken delivers a performance that faithfully recreates the spirit, tone, and unmistakable feel of Petty’s legendary catalogue.

The band features:

Doug Bradshaw — Guitar, Vocals

Corey Sullivan — Guitar, Vocals (an Overflow crowd favourite)

Greg Crossett — Keyboards, Vocals

Roch “Rocky” Lafleur — Bass

Mike “Bacon” Belajac — Drums, Vocals

With a combined 150 years of stage, studio, and teaching experience, the members of Heartbroken bring depth, precision, and authenticity to every note they play. These musicians have graced some of the country’s biggest stages — and together they channel Petty’s songwriting, groove, and storytelling with genuine respect for the source material.

Heartbroken takes audiences on a journey through decades of hits and deep cuts — from the anthems everyone knows to those songs you forgot you loved. The band captures the warmth, grit, and emotional punch of Tom Petty’s music with remarkable accuracy, creating an experience that resonates with longtime fans and new listeners alike.

Expect nostalgia, big sing-along moments, and the timeless magic of one of rock’s greatest songbooks. Heartbroken delivers an electric, heartfelt tribute that celebrates Tom Petty’s enduring musical legacy and keeps his songs alive on stage where they belong.

Don’t miss your chance to experience Heartbroken — A Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers live at The Overflow Taproom on February 6th, 2025. This is a night built for anyone who still believes in great songs, great musicianship, and rock & roll that never fades.
