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Do you have a surplus of knowledge nuggets from years of playing through various video game sagas? Is your mind palace filled with what some might (wrongly) deem “inconsequential” details about your favourite television shows and movies? In social situations, do you find yourself holding back from inundating those around you with facts and tidbits […]

A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street  all summer long! The lunchtime concert series, Songs from the Shed, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety […]

Experience different restaurants and tastes that may include Chinese soup dumplings, Filipino lumpia, Korean mandu, Nepalese momos, Polish pierogies and more. Our evening tasting extravaganza is on Wednesday September 10 from 5:30pm until 9:30pm. Each restaurant will be serving up Tasting Plates for guests to enjoy and you will have a chance to visit a […]

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, […]

Join us for a vibrant Paint Night + Networking Mixer designed for young professionals in their 20s and 30s! Whether you're coming solo or with a friend, you'll enjoy step-by-step painting instruction, great conversations, and a welcoming, laid-back vibe. ⏳ Tickets Are Selling Fast! 🎉 Final spots available — once we’re full, registration closes automatically. […]

Showtime presents this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live performances evoking his early days as a member of the Jackson 5, his groundbreaking theatrics in the 80s and his continued domination of Pop culture […]

Semi-staged production presented in Italian with English and French surtitles. Music by Giacomo Puccini Libretto by Giuseppe Giacosa, Luigi Illica Three things to know: Filled with moments of intrigue, deception, and revenge, Tosca offers as much suspense as your favourite crime novel or film noir. This semi-staged production reunites the creative team behind NAC Orchestra’s sold-out 2023 […]

A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street  all summer long! The lunchtime concert series, Songs from the Shed, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch outdoors with a variety […]

The Last Waltz – a Musical Celebration of The Band LIVE celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the historic concert debuts at the Shenkman Arts Centre. This September, an all-star Canadian cast of award-winning blues and roots musicians, under the direction of Juno award winning producer and musical director, Lance Anderson, will perform selections from their hit show that […]

No Cover!Come see some great amateur talent, every Thursday as our stage hosts the best local musicians.Musicians, register at info@straydogbrewing.ca or just show up. Our host, Matthew Palmer, will entertain you and make sure everyone has a fantastic experience.We provide speakers, mic and stand, stage, professional lighting, acoustic guitar if needed, etc. (sorry, no drums […]

After more than two decades of packed arenas, five critically-acclaimed tours, and over 1.5 million tickets sold worldwide, Kevin Bridges—one of the UK’s most celebrated comedians—is coming to North America with his Live tour this fall! With five stand-up specials, including the cinematic release of his latest show The Overdue Catch-Up, and two bestselling books, Kevin Bridges […]

Don’t miss an extraordinary experience at the Fifty-Five Plus Lifestyle Show April 4 and 5 at the EY Centre. Better than ever, this popular event features an impressive lineup of exhibitors and experts ready to help you make the most of your future.   You’ll find a diverse range of options, opportunities, services and products to meet […]

Bonjour/Hello Orléans! Bienvenue/Welcome to the 2025 Orléans Ribfest and Poutine presented by Ribfest Canada and Joe Mufferaw Spirits. SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2025 @ 255 Centrum Blvd & Square (near Shenkman "Arts" Centre & Mexi's Restaurant) ​ Ribfest Days and Times Friday : 11:30pm to 9pm Saturday: 11am to 9pm Sunday: 11am to 7pm ​​ NEW  "Cookoff Competition"  - Sunday, […]

🔥 Hardcore Alert: Comeback Kid's "Wake the Dead" 20th Anniversary Tour Hits Ottawa! 🔥   Get ready, Ottawa! On Friday, September 12, 2025, the legendary Canadian hardcore band Comeback Kid brings their explosive energy to Overflow Brewing Co. as part of their "Wake the Dead" 20th Anniversary Tour. This is a night you won't want […]

Join Us for a Special Evening on Sparks Street  ​Experience an evening like no other on Sparks Street. One block south of Parliament Hill, historic and pedestrian Sparks Street is nestled in the hustle and bustle of Ottawa's urban core. ​Event Highlights: ​Film Screening: The movie will be at 7:30 PM. Arrive early to secure a good […]

Semi-staged production presented in Italian with English and French surtitles. Music by Giacomo Puccini Libretto by Giuseppe Giacosa, Luigi Illica Three things to know: Filled with moments of intrigue, deception, and revenge, Tosca offers as much suspense as your favourite crime novel or film noir. This semi-staged production reunites the creative team behind NAC Orchestra’s sold-out 2023 […]

Internationally touring comedian Jeff Leeson returns to Ottawa for a night of live stand-up comedy you will never forget! With over 100 Million views online, find out why this is definitely one show you do not want to miss.

YARR SHIPMATES! THE CREW SAILS AGAIN ON FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12!! Join your favorite band of brigands, the Bytown Sea Shanty Collective, for another unforgettable sea shanty singalong at BTP! As always, this is a free event (no cover, no tickets)! Arrive early to secure your spot, as it’s sure to fill up fast. BTP will […]

Don’t miss the ever-changing marketplace that features eclectic goods, handmade, antiques, vintage clothing, great foods and one-of-a-kinds! Lansdowne Park, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa ___________________________________________________________ Bus. Bike. Walk. Drive. OC Transpo Route Planner 600 bike parking spaces. Nearly 1,000 paid car parking spaces. There’s also lots of street parking a short walk away. CLICK HERE. ______________________________________________________________

Join us at The Market at the Barn for the 4th Annual Butter Tart Festival, Stittsville's Sweetest Day, for all of your butter tart wants! There's going to be all the options including gluten free, dairy free, nut free, and even 100% vegan tarts! Absolutely something for everyone. Games for the kids, snow clearing tractor […]

Don’t miss an extraordinary experience at the Fifty-Five Plus Lifestyle Show April 4 and 5 at the EY Centre. Better than ever, this popular event features an impressive lineup of exhibitors and experts ready to help you make the most of your future.   You’ll find a diverse range of options, opportunities, services and products to meet […]

Bonjour/Hello Orléans! Bienvenue/Welcome to the 2025 Orléans Ribfest and Poutine presented by Ribfest Canada and Joe Mufferaw Spirits. SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2025 @ 255 Centrum Blvd & Square (near Shenkman "Arts" Centre & Mexi's Restaurant) ​ Ribfest Days and Times Friday : 11:30pm to 9pm Saturday: 11am to 9pm Sunday: 11am to 7pm ​​ NEW  "Cookoff Competition"  - Sunday, […]

Taste of Manotick is an annual street festival celebrating the charm and flavours of our village. Local shops, restaurants, and vendors line Main Street, offering samples, specials, and entertainment. With live music, family-friendly activities, and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to explore and support Manotick’s local makers and businesses.

“Watching silly cat videos is good for you.” – The Wall Street Journal, Oct. 4, 2016 Cat Video Fest is back at ByTowne Cinema! The 75-minute-reel of cat videos is family-friendly and can be enjoyed by everyone! CatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique […]

Dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld as the “best young up and coming comic,” Mark Normand has quickly become one of the most talked about touring comedians on the scene.  Normand’s 2023 one-hour Netflix special, SOUP TO NUTS, was a staple in the streamers’ Top Ten for several weeks.  This follows Normand’s self-released special, 2020’s OUT TO LUNCH which amassed over […]

Presented by Just for Laughs Live. *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access and use this ticket type.) NEMR is a Lebanese/American stand-Up comedian credited with establishing and pioneering the stand-up comedy scene throughout the Middle East where he performs in English. Nemr grew up […]

DFRNT NIGHTS presents BEN BANKAS 19+ Sat Sept 13th,  Doors at 7pm,  19+  ID required Advance tickets on sale now at Ticketweb.ca Ticket Prices: $42.05-$47.20

Bonjour/Hello Orléans! Bienvenue/Welcome to the 2025 Orléans Ribfest and Poutine presented by Ribfest Canada and Joe Mufferaw Spirits. SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2025 @ 255 Centrum Blvd & Square (near Shenkman "Arts" Centre & Mexi's Restaurant) ​ Ribfest Days and Times Friday : 11:30pm to 9pm Saturday: 11am to 9pm Sunday: 11am to 7pm ​​ NEW  "Cookoff Competition"  - Sunday, […]

“Watching silly cat videos is good for you.” – The Wall Street Journal, Oct. 4, 2016 Cat Video Fest is back at ByTowne Cinema! The 75-minute-reel of cat videos is family-friendly and can be enjoyed by everyone! CatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique […]

Pravāha (Sanskrit for "continuous flow"), the highly anticipated second production by Stuti Mukherjee, celebrates the timeless stream of South Asian dance, culture, and tradition. The first half of the evening will feature Kalagriha's dedicated students alongside select Bharatanatyam schools from Ottawa, highlighting the city's thriving Indian classical dance community. The second half features the Canadian premiere […]

Join us for Live Music at The Cameron, 176 Cameron Ave, EVERY SUNDAY from 7pm to 9pm. Enjoy the musical stylings of 5 World Class Award-Winning musicians (JUNO, CFMA, ECMA etc.) and 8 Lesser Known yet Outstanding musicians while savouring comfort food and drinks from the Pub Menu. Cover charge is $25 for each of the 5 Featured Artists or all 5 for only […]

🎺 SEPTEMBER 14th, 2025 - 🎺 The legendary MAD CADDIES are bringing back their high-energy blend of ska, punk, and reggae to Overflow Brewing Co. as part of their Canadian Tour 2025!  Known for their genre-bending sound and electrifying performances, the Caddies will deliver an unforgettable night. Joining them are The Corps, bringing their own […]