Upcoming Events

Ottawa Tourism’s Event Calendar

Find out what activites are taking place across the Capital.

Toes-T-Tootsie: Keeping the Vulnerable Warm
Dec
1
to Dec 20

Toes-T-Tootsie: Keeping the Vulnerable Warm

The fourth annual Toes-T-Tootsies campaign is underway, collecting new socks, mitts, and toques.

Founded by former police officer Craig McCormick in 2021, this community initiative has grown to include 20 donation locations. All items collected are distributed through the House of Lazarus Christmas hampers to support individuals and families in need, including those experiencing homelessness.

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Ottawa Humane Society Pet Food Drive
Dec
3
to Dec 14

Ottawa Humane Society Pet Food Drive

To help ensure no pet goes hungry this holiday season, the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) is running an Emergency Pet Food Drive. Your support helps provide essential supplies to local pet owners in need, keeping pets with the families who love them.

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Free Native Seed Giveaway
Dec
13

Free Native Seed Giveaway

Join the Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) for a free native seed giveaway! This grassroots organization is dedicated to promoting native plants to provide food and habitats for bees, butterflies, birds, and other wildlife.

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Kars Christmas Market
Dec
14

Kars Christmas Market

Come out for the 4th annual Kars Christmas Market! You'll find a wide variety of regular and new vendors, making it the perfect place to get a start on your holiday shopping. There will be different vendors each week, so be sure to visit more than once!

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Christmas Vespers for Harp and Flute
Dec
14

Christmas Vespers for Harp and Flute

Join St. John's Anglican Church in Richmond for a special Christmas Vespers service featuring the beautiful music of Sheila & Lucile on harp and flute. This event offers a peaceful hour of music, poetry, and quiet prayer to celebrate the season.

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2nd Annual Curl for Carefor Fundraiser
Jan
10

2nd Annual Curl for Carefor Fundraiser

Get ready to slide those stones for a great cause! Join the 2nd Annual Curl for Carefor Fundraiser, a fun-filled, one-day curling bonspiel in support of Carefor. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, this event is for everyone!

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North Gower Farmers’ Market Christmas Market
Dec
7

North Gower Farmers’ Market Christmas Market

Join the North Gower Farmers' Market for their annual Christmas Market! It's a fantastic opportunity to find unique gifts, delicious food, and festive crafts from a variety of local vendors. Come out and support local producers and artisans in a wonderful market atmosphere.

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Richmond Christmas Parade
Dec
6

Richmond Christmas Parade

Join the Richmond community for a festive evening to officially kick off the holiday season! The celebration begins with a tree lighting ceremony at the Cenotaph, followed immediately by the annual Christmas Parade.

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Kars Krops Scrapbooking Club
Dec
6

Kars Krops Scrapbooking Club

Join the "Kars Krops" group to crop and craft together! This club welcomes scrapbookers, card makers, paper and fabric crafters, knitters, quilters, and more. It's a drop-in style day where you can work on your projects and connect with fellow crafters in a friendly, dedicated space.

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Breakfast with Santa in Munster
Dec
6

Breakfast with Santa in Munster

Santa is making a special visit from the North Pole! Join your Munster Community Association (MCA) for a festive Breakfast with Santa. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to celebrate the season and meet Santa.

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Kars Christmas Market
Nov
30

Kars Christmas Market

Come out for the 4th annual Kars Christmas Market! You'll find a wide variety of regular and new vendors, making it the perfect place to get a start on your holiday shopping. There will be different vendors each week, so be sure to visit more than once!

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Film Screening: "White School Black Memories"
Nov
27

Film Screening: "White School Black Memories"

All community members are invited to a special screening of the critically acclaimed, award-winning film, "White School Black Memories: A Canadian Soldier's Story from Afghanistan." Based on the best-selling book by Winchester resident Chief Warrant Officer John G. Barnes, this film tells the story of one of the major Canadian battles in Afghanistan and is considered mandatory viewing for all Canadians.

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