Week of Events
Chinatown Remixed Art Festival
The Chinatown Remixed Art Festival is back for 2025! Running throughout the month of October, the festival transforms Ottawa’s Chinatown into a vibrant hub of creativity, bringing together artists, performers, and community members to celebrate art, culture, and heritage. Now in its latest edition, Chinatown Remixed continues its tradition of showcasing diverse voices, encouraging cross-cultural dialogue, and highlighting […]
Halloween Activities in Ottawa
Check out my full post for activities in and around the city. There's just too much to have in the calendar!! https://covertottawaguy.com/2025/10/halloween-events-in-ottawa/
Halloween Activities in Ottawa
Check out my full post for activities in and around the city. There's just too much to have in the calendar!! https://covertottawaguy.com/2025/10/halloween-events-in-ottawa/
Monday, October 20, 2025
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October 20, 2025 -Geek Trivia
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October 20, 2025 -Questionable Behaviour Trivia
Geek Trivia
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 […]
Questionable Behaviour Trivia
It is our weekly trivia throw down at the Heart - pitting teams of highly intelligent folks against each other to pull out inane bits of knowledge. Every Monday night there are 71 questions, two daily double…
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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October 21, 2025 -Overflow’s Autumn Harvest – Fall Brewers Dinner
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October 21, 2025 -Ottawa Senators vs. Edmonton Oilers
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October 21, 2025 -CBC’s The Debaters – The 20th Season!
Overflow’s Autumn Harvest – Fall Brewers Dinner
oin us for Overflow's very special Autumn Harvest Brewers Dinner - Our final menu and Pairings have been announced. Don't wait too soon as this will sell out fast! October 21st - 6PM Seating 1st Course Shredded brussel sprout with candied bacon salad Beer pairing: Orange Radler 2nd Course Steak […]
CBC’s The Debaters – The 20th Season!
Entering its 20th Season The Debaters is the CBC hit comedy radio show where comics go toe-to-toe in a battle of laughs and logic. Hosted by Steve Patterson, international headliner and two-time winner of Canada’s Best Male Standup, The Debaters is a combustible mix of sharply-crafted comedic rants and hilarious adlibs. The engaging format is […]
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
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October 22, 2025 -All You Can Play Wednesdays – Ottawa Pinball Arcade
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October 22, 2025 -Stray Dog Brewing Company: Taproom Trivia Night
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October 22, 2025 -Vader w/ Kataklysm, Malevolent Creation, Skeletal Remains
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October 22, 2025 -CBC’s The Debaters – The 20th Season!
All You Can Play Wednesdays – Ottawa Pinball Arcade
Every Wednesday 2pm – 10pm; Unlimited Play on All Pinball Machines and Video Games – only $20.00 per person Includes all taxes & fees including the optional weekly IFPA Sanctioned Pinball Tournament where you can compete for the high-score every Wednesday at 8 PM! Win Awesome Prizes & WPPR Points! Featuring the Adjoining Cassette Listening […]
Stray Dog Brewing Company: Taproom Trivia Night
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, […]
Vader w/ Kataklysm, Malevolent Creation, Skeletal Remains
🔥 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 – A NIGHT OF EXTREME METAL DOMINANCE AT OVERFLOW 🔥 Four Legendary Acts. One Stage. Zero Mercy. Prepare for a metal onslaught like no other as Overflow Brewing Company transforms into a battleground of brutal sound and unrelenting energy. On Wednesday, October 22nd, four titans of death and extreme metal from […]
CBC’s The Debaters – The 20th Season!
Entering its 20th Season The Debaters is the CBC hit comedy radio show where comics go toe-to-toe in a battle of laughs and logic. Hosted by Steve Patterson, international headliner and two-time winner of Canada’s Best Male Standup, The Debaters is a combustible mix of sharply-crafted comedic rants and hilarious adlibs. The engaging format is […]
Thursday, October 23, 2025
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October 23, 2025 -Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
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October 23, 2025 -The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
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October 23, 2025 -Ottawa Senators vs. Philadelphia Flyers
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October 23, 2025 -TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
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October 23, 2025 -Black Pistol Fire: Flagrant Act of Bliss Tour
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October 23, 2025 -Paul Brandt & Terri Clark – Homecoming Tour 2.0
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October 23, 2025 -Kaléidoscope musical
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October 23, 2025 -Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
Join us for Estée Lauder’s Warehouse Sale October 23 to 26, 2025. Get 50% off or more from your favourite brands like Estée Lauder, MAC, Clinique, Too Faced & many more.
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show is back—bigger, brighter, and more dazzling than ever! Join us for four incredible days of discovery as we transform the EY Centre into a crystal wonderland filled with natural treasures from across Canada and beyond. Whether you're on the hunt for rare minerals, unique jewelry, or that one-of-a-kind showstopper […]
TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest […]
Black Pistol Fire: Flagrant Act of Bliss Tour
Live Nation presents Black Pistol Fire Flagrant Act of Bliss Tour 19+ Thu Oct 23rd, Doors at 7:30pm, 19+ ID required Advance tickets on sale Fri July 25th at 10am at Ticketmaster.ca Ticket Prices: $35
Paul Brandt & Terri Clark – Homecoming Tour 2.0
Two of Canada’s most iconic country music stars, Terri Clark and Paul Brandt, are reuniting for an encore run of their wildly successful co-headlining acoustic tour, Homecoming Tour 2.0. Following the overwhelming response to their 2023 collaboration, the legendary duo will once again share the stage for an intimate, stripped-down concert experience that spans generations of beloved country hits.
Kaléidoscope musical
The 7th edition of Musical Kaleidoscope at MIFO will be orchestrated this year by Alex Millaire of Moonfruits! Every year, the artists will merge their creative worlds, becoming both performers of their own songs and musicians to others. An intimate evening that remains true to its aim of helping audiences discover or rediscover artists with […]
Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
A feast for the senses! This sumptuous retelling of the Brothers Grimm fairytale is a feast for the senses. Choreographer Loughlan Prior—also an established dance filmmaker—has conjured a surreal world inspired by the silent film era and vaudeville music halls. He has meticulously designed the adventure through the eyes of a child. Join the young […]
Friday, October 24, 2025
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October 24, 2025 -Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
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October 24, 2025 -One World Bazaar
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Featured October 24, 2025 -Featured Out Of The Box: Fibre Fling 2025
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October 24, 2025 -The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
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October 24, 2025Bon Jovi Forever – Canada’s Ultimate Tribute to Bon Jovi
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October 24, 2025 -Gavin Adcock: Need To Tour 2025
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October 24, 2025 -Festival of Small Halls Presents: Devin Cuddy Duo
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October 24, 2025 -Legends Show – Tributes to Buddy, Roy, Motown and Elvis
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October 24, 2025 -We Ain’t Petty & Let’s Go! – Tributes to TOM PETTY and THE CARS
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October 24, 2025 -TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
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October 24, 2025 -Ron Sexsmith
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October 24, 2025 -Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
Join us for Estée Lauder’s Warehouse Sale October 23 to 26, 2025. Get 50% off or more from your favourite brands like Estée Lauder, MAC, Clinique, Too Faced & many more.
Out Of The Box: Fibre Fling 2025
The fibre artists of Out of the Box create magnificent pieces of art that showcase creativity and technical excellence across a wide range of disciplines. At this show and sale October 24 and 25 at Kitchissippi United Church you will see works of embroidery, weaving, felting, doll making, and beading among other disciplines. Come and […]
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show is back—bigger, brighter, and more dazzling than ever! Join us for four incredible days of discovery as we transform the EY Centre into a crystal wonderland filled with natural treasures from across Canada and beyond. Whether you're on the hunt for rare minerals, unique jewelry, or that one-of-a-kind showstopper […]
Bon Jovi Forever – Canada’s Ultimate Tribute to Bon Jovi
Canada's ultimate tribute to Bon Jovi is back by overwhelming demand! Bon Jovi Forever returns to Overflow Brewing Company on Friday, October 24th, ready to rock another sold-out crowd with the biggest anthems of the 80s and 90s. This isn’t just a tribute — it’s a full-blown Bon Jovi experience. From “Livin’ on a Prayer” […]
Gavin Adcock: Need To Tour 2025
Live Nation presents Gavin Adcock Need To Tour 2025 19+ w/ Gabriella Rose Fri Oct 24th, Doors at 7pm, 19+ ID required Advance tickets on sale Fri May 9th at 10am at Ticketmaster.ca Ticket Prices: $40-$55 + fees
Festival of Small Halls Presents: Devin Cuddy Duo
Devin Cuddy is a singer-songwriter based in Toronto. From an early age, he was drawn to music of the past. While sifting through his father’s (Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo) CD collection, he found the music of Louis Armstrong and New Orleans blues piano players like Dr John and Professor Longhair. After attending York University for […]
Legends Show – Tributes to Buddy, Roy, Motown and Elvis
Legends Show Tributes to Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Motown & Elvis Presley! "Legends Show" brings you some of North America's most exciting performers live on stage. Accompanied by the “Rockin’ Royals Band”, this show will feature the most incredible Tributes to Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, and a special performance of the music of […]
We Ain’t Petty & Let’s Go! – Tributes to TOM PETTY and THE CARS
Springtime Entertainment is proud to present WE AIN’T PETTY, Canada’s foremost Tribute to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame musician and his band, TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS and LET’S GO! a tribute to The Cars, a high-energy act dedicated to celebrating the legendary rock band THE CARS. WE AIN’T PETTY How can we be? There was only […]
TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest […]
Ron Sexsmith
Ron Sexsmith is a three-time Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter from St Catharines, Ontario. Born in 1964, Ron was drawn to music from an early age by the melodic songs of the era, which he heard on the radio and from his mom’s record collection. His earliest musical heroes were Buddy Holly and Elton John. He always […]
Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
A feast for the senses! This sumptuous retelling of the Brothers Grimm fairytale is a feast for the senses. Choreographer Loughlan Prior—also an established dance filmmaker—has conjured a surreal world inspired by the silent film era and vaudeville music halls. He has meticulously designed the adventure through the eyes of a child. Join the young […]
Saturday, October 25, 2025
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October 25, 2025 -The Great Big Cookie Run
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October 25, 2025 -Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
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October 25, 2025 -One World Bazaar
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Featured October 25, 2025 -Featured Out Of The Box: Fibre Fling 2025
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October 25, 2025 -The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
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October 25, 2025 -Ottawa Mystic Market — Samhain
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October 25, 2025 -TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
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October 25, 2025 -Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
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October 25, 2025 -DESIRE – International Tribute to U2
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October 25, 2025 -ANVIL: Canadian Heavy Metal Legend Returns
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October 25, 2025 -Legends Show – Tributes to Buddy, Roy, Motown and Elvis
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October 25, 2025 -Ottawa – Social Bingo Night
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October 25, 2025 -TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
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October 25, 2025 -Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
The Great Big Cookie Run
The Great Big Cookie Run is a delightful one-of-a-kind event for runners of all ages and experience levels! Run, walk or roll the 5K or kids 1K and receive your sweet reward of Girl Guide Cookies as you cross the finish line! Are you ready to run for cookies? We are proud to share that Girl […]
Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
Join us for Estée Lauder’s Warehouse Sale October 23 to 26, 2025. Get 50% off or more from your favourite brands like Estée Lauder, MAC, Clinique, Too Faced & many more.
Out Of The Box: Fibre Fling 2025
The fibre artists of Out of the Box create magnificent pieces of art that showcase creativity and technical excellence across a wide range of disciplines. At this show and sale October 24 and 25 at Kitchissippi United Church you will see works of embroidery, weaving, felting, doll making, and beading among other disciplines. Come and […]
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show is back—bigger, brighter, and more dazzling than ever! Join us for four incredible days of discovery as we transform the EY Centre into a crystal wonderland filled with natural treasures from across Canada and beyond. Whether you're on the hunt for rare minerals, unique jewelry, or that one-of-a-kind showstopper […]
Ottawa Mystic Market — Samhain
🧚♂️Get everything you need to celebrate Samhain at the @ottawamysticmarket a magical market for Witches, Mystics & Fairy folks searching for the odd & metaphysical. 🍄Costumes encouraged🍄 Saturday Oct 25th & Sunday Oct 26th 11 am - 5 pm @nextdoorottawa 955 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa You will discover: 🍄 Crystals 🍄 Psychics 🍄 Tarot cards & […]
TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest […]
Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
A feast for the senses! This sumptuous retelling of the Brothers Grimm fairytale is a feast for the senses. Choreographer Loughlan Prior—also an established dance filmmaker—has conjured a surreal world inspired by the silent film era and vaudeville music halls. He has meticulously designed the adventure through the eyes of a child. Join the young […]
DESIRE – International Tribute to U2
Audiences that have witnessed The International U2 Tribute – Desire, have been left speechless after experiencing the passion and authenticity of their performances. Desire followed in the footsteps of U2; unifying as friends in high school and through years and years of practice now bring to life the soul, spirit and bravado of U2’s 3 decades […]
ANVIL: Canadian Heavy Metal Legend Returns
Rebel Rock 101.7 & The Bronson Music Theatre present ANVIL CANADIAN HEAVY METAL LEGENDS RETURN !! 19+ w/ special guests SANDMAN + Sticks n Stones Sat Oct 25th. Doors at 7pm, 19+ ID required Advance tickets on sale at Ticketweb.ca Ticket Prices: $29.95
Legends Show – Tributes to Buddy, Roy, Motown and Elvis
Legends Show Tributes to Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Motown & Elvis Presley! "Legends Show" brings you some of North America's most exciting performers live on stage. Accompanied by the “Rockin’ Royals Band”, this show will feature the most incredible Tributes to Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, and a special performance of the music of […]
Ottawa – Social Bingo Night
Ottawa’s Most Fun Social Night for 20s–30s 🎉 Let’s be real: meeting new people as an adult can feel... weird. That’s why we reimagined bingo as the ultimate icebreaker game night — a high-energy mixer where young professionals, students, and creatives meet through laughter, cocktails, and cheeky challenges. No sitting still. No awkward convos. Just real connections and way too much fun. […]
TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest […]
Hansel & Gretel Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
A feast for the senses! This sumptuous retelling of the Brothers Grimm fairytale is a feast for the senses. Choreographer Loughlan Prior—also an established dance filmmaker—has conjured a surreal world inspired by the silent film era and vaudeville music halls. He has meticulously designed the adventure through the eyes of a child. Join the young […]
Sunday, October 26, 2025
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October 26, 2025 -Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
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October 26, 2025 -One World Bazaar
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October 26, 2025 -The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
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October 26, 2025 -Ottawa Mystic Market — Samhain
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October 26, 2025 -TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
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October 26, 2025 -Festival of Small Halls Presents: Danny Michel
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October 26, 2025 -Halloween Movie Trivia Night
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October 26, 2025 -Counterparts
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October 26, 2025 -Summer Sundays Live Music Series
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October 26, 2025 -Darius Rucker with Tyler Braden and Kashus Culpepper
Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale
Join us for Estée Lauder’s Warehouse Sale October 23 to 26, 2025. Get 50% off or more from your favourite brands like Estée Lauder, MAC, Clinique, Too Faced & many more.
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show
The Ottawa Rock N’ Gem Show is back—bigger, brighter, and more dazzling than ever! Join us for four incredible days of discovery as we transform the EY Centre into a crystal wonderland filled with natural treasures from across Canada and beyond. Whether you're on the hunt for rare minerals, unique jewelry, or that one-of-a-kind showstopper […]
Ottawa Mystic Market — Samhain
🧚♂️Get everything you need to celebrate Samhain at the @ottawamysticmarket a magical market for Witches, Mystics & Fairy folks searching for the odd & metaphysical. 🍄Costumes encouraged🍄 Saturday Oct 25th & Sunday Oct 26th 11 am - 5 pm @nextdoorottawa 955 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa You will discover: 🍄 Crystals 🍄 Psychics 🍄 Tarot cards & […]
TotoToo Theatre Presents: The Rocky Horror Show
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest […]
Festival of Small Halls Presents: Danny Michel
The only good thing about not shopping in record stores like we used to is that you don’t have to figure out what genre to look for Danny Michel under. If that were the case, you could try searching under Rock, Pop, Folk, World, or even Classical. His own self-described musical A.D.D. has kept his music fresh […]
Halloween Movie Trivia Night
‘What’s your favourite scary movie?’ 👻🎃 Put your skills to the test with our very *spooky* Halloween Movie Trivia on Sunday, Oct 26 (6:30 pm) 😱Teams of up to 6 can compete for fun prizes and ULTIMATE horror movie fandom GLORY! Only $7/person to compete, along with tricks and treats for all participants. Happy Hour […]
Counterparts
spectrasonic presents Counterparts All Ages with special guests thrown, 156/Silence, Split Chain Sun Oct 26, Doors at 6:30pm, All Ages/Licensed presented with the support of Ontario Creates and FACTOR Advance tickets on sale Fri Jul 18 at 10am at spectrasonic.com Ticket Prices: $37.50
Summer Sundays Live Music Series
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 […]
Darius Rucker with Tyler Braden and Kashus Culpepper
Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker is set to bring his signature sound to Canada this fall with his ‘Darius Rucker Live’ tour. Produced by Live Nation, the eight-city trek kicks off on October 15, 2025, at Abbotsford Centre in Abbotsford, BC, making stops across Canada in cities including Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, and more before […]