Upcoming events

Deadline: Nepean Sports Wall of Fame nomination
Jan
30
to Apr 25

Deadline: Nepean Sports Wall of Fame nomination

  • Councillor Wilson Lo - Ward 24, Barrhaven East (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Nepean Sports Wall of Fame invites the community to celebrate the best and brightest in Nepean sports. Nominations are now open for the 2025 class, with inductees to be officially honoured on October 23, 2025, at a ceremony held at the Nepean Sportsplex.

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HUBBUB Student showcase
Apr
2

HUBBUB Student showcase

  • Nawapon Indigenous Learning Commons - Algonquin College (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

HUBBUB 2025 will showcase the remarkable and diverse array of projects co-created during this academic year by the brilliant minds of our community, City of Ottawa staff, students and faculty members from the University of Ottawa, Carleton University, and Algonquin College.

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Ottawa's Next Culture Plan
Apr
3

Ottawa's Next Culture Plan

Join us for the public engagement process launch for Ottawa's Next Culture Plan, where we will explore the future of culture in Ottawa together. This is an opportunity for residents, cultural groups, and community leaders to help shape a new city-wide Cultural Plan that reflects all of Ottawa’s communities.

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Free tax return preperation
Apr
5

Free tax return preperation

Students from Carleton University studying taxation will be offering tax preparation services - professors and tax professionals will also be onsite to answer student questions and review your return for accuracy before filing.

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OPL: April writers group
Apr
17

OPL: April writers group

Welcome to the writing circle. Whether your writing is flowing freely or you are in a dry spell, you are in good company here. This is not a course, nor a place where anyone will tell you what you should do or try to fix your writing. It’s a space for exploring your own unique ways of expressing yourself in a safe and supportive environment.

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Mental health forum for parents
May
3

Mental health forum for parents

Following the success of last April’s event, the Rotary Club of West Ottawa, in cooperation with professionals in the field, has organized a second FREE mental health forum for parents of elementary and secondary school aged children and youth.

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On the Road 4 Mental Health
May
30

On the Road 4 Mental Health

After completing the 600km journey from Niagara Falls to Ottawa in 2024, on May 30-31, 2025, we bring our main event back home! Greg will be walking 100km in 24 hours through all City of Ottawa wards to raise awareness to the mental health and toxic drug crisis.

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Multicultural Bazaar
Mar
22

Multicultural Bazaar

  • Walter Baker Sports Centre Halls A + B (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join this multicultural bazaar where 60+ cultures come together under one roof! Celebrate diversity, explore unique traditions, and shop for authentics products from around the globe.

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18e Rendez-vous francophone annuel du maire
Mar
21

18e Rendez-vous francophone annuel du maire

La Ville d’Ottawa vous invite au 18e Rendez-vous francophone annuel du maire. Le maire Mark Sutcliffe accueillera les membres de la communauté francophone à l’hôtel de ville d’Ottawa lors d’un petit-déjeuner-réception avec activité de réseautage.

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OPL: March writers group
Mar
20

OPL: March writers group

Welcome to the writing circle. Whether your writing is flowing freely or you are in a dry spell, you are in good company here. This is not a course, nor a place where anyone will tell you what you should do or try to fix your writing. It’s a space for exploring your own unique ways of expressing yourself in a safe and supportive environment.

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Repair Café
Mar
15

Repair Café

The Repair Café is an event where people can bring an item in need of repair to have an expert fix it free of charge and is funded by the City of Ottawa.

The March Repair Café will have a Mandarin interpreter available for Mandarin-speaking participants.

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Multicultural Bazaar
Mar
8

Multicultural Bazaar

  • Walter Baker Sports Centre Halls A + B (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join this multicultural bazaar where 60+ cultures come together under one roof! Celebrate diversity, explore unique traditions, and shop for authentics products from around the globe.

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Ottawa Seedy Saturday
Mar
1

Ottawa Seedy Saturday

Seedy Saturday Ottawa is a yearly seed sale with a focus on heritage, open-pollinated seed from local growers. It also includes supportive sustainable, local businesses and groups related to local food and gardening.

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Volunteer Ottawa Community Breakfast
Feb
21

Volunteer Ottawa Community Breakfast

We’re inviting people who love Ottawa’s charities and non-profits to enjoy a continental breakfast, learn about VO’s programs and services, and connect with other people working to make Ottawa a better place for everyone.

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GenNext’s BATL for Mental Health
Feb
20

GenNext’s BATL for Mental Health

Get ready to sharpen your aim and join us for GenNext’s BATL for Mental Health, a thrilling tournament-style axe-throwing event with a cause. Together, we’ll AXE the silence surrounding mental health, one bullseye at a time. 🎯

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OPL: February writers group
Feb
20

OPL: February writers group

Welcome to the writing circle. Whether your writing is flowing freely or you are in a dry spell, you are in good company here. This is not a course, nor a place where anyone will tell you what you should do or try to fix your writing. It’s a space for exploring your own unique ways of expressing yourself in a safe and supportive environment.

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Multicultural Bazaar
Feb
15

Multicultural Bazaar

  • Walter Baker Sports Centre Halls A + B (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join this multicultural bazaar where 60+ cultures come together under one roof! Celebrate diversity, explore unique traditions, and shop for authentics products from around the globe.

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Para Transpo Talk Sessions
Feb
13

Para Transpo Talk Sessions

Para Transpo Talk is a series of customer engagement events that are open to all Para Transpo customers, their families, companions and support persons. All are welcome, no matter how often you take Para Transpo.

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Para Transpo Talk Sessions
Feb
12

Para Transpo Talk Sessions

Para Transpo Talk is a series of customer engagement events that are open to all Para Transpo customers, their families, companions and support persons. All are welcome, no matter how often you take Para Transpo.

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Roller skating dance party
Feb
10

Roller skating dance party

You're invited to our 2nd Annual Roller Skating Valentine’s Dance Fundraiser! Enjoy a night of fun and music with friends and family, all while support the Ottawa Children’s Festival! 

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Mystic Haven Wellness Fair
Feb
8

Mystic Haven Wellness Fair

Come experience the magic of the mystical Haven wellness fair and discover a world of healing and positivity. Featuring a variety of psychics, mediums, healers, and wellness products, attendees can enjoy tarot readings, Reiki sessions, crystal jewelry, and more. Proceeds from draw will go to support Autism Ontario. 💙🧩 

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Diabetic clinic and screening
Jan
25

Diabetic clinic and screening

Prevention specialists and a nurse practitioner will be on hand to provide information on the types of screening and health information available in the city/province as they wait to be screened for diabetes.

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Many events elsewhere in the city could also be of interst to you! Discover cool and interesting events up to a year in advance in Ottawa Tourism’s event calendar. Check back often, as items are added or can be changed. Please note advertised events may include an admission charge.

Several events, expositions, and sales are hosted throughout the year at the Nepean Sportsplex. City staff regularly update the events tab on the facility’s webpage. Please note advertised events may include an admission charge.

Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe is owned and operated by the City of Ottawa. Opened in 1988 as the Centrepointe Theatre, the facility regularly hosts an extensive list of great artists performing, from local theatre to international celebrities! Please note advertised events may include an admission charge.