Upcoming Events
Ottawa Tourism’s Event Calendar
Find out what activites are taking place across the Capital.
Order Your RVCA 2026 60th Anniversary Calendar
To mark its 60th anniversary, the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) has developed a high-quality, 12-month wall calendar to showcase the beauty and resilience of the Rideau Valley.
Donate a Holiday Hamper for the Richmond Food Bank
Help brighten the holidays for families in our community by donating a Holiday Hamper to the Richmond Food Bank. Your generosity ensures that everyone can enjoy a festive meal this season.
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.
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.
Toy Mountain Collection at Fire Station 82
Help make the holidays brighter for families in our community! Fire Station 82 in Richmond is currently accepting donations to support Toy Mountain.
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
Marlborough Community Christmas Craft Sale
Join the Marlborough Community Recreation Association (MCRA) for a Christmas Craft Sale! Come out and find a wide variety of unique, handmade items, perfect for holiday gifts.
"Fill the Bus" Annual Holiday Food Drive
Help make the holidays brighter for our neighbours! The OC Transpo / Loblaw Annual Holiday Food Drive is Ottawa's largest single-day grocery store food drive, and you can participate at King’s Independent Grocers.
Manotick Legion Christmas Bazaar & Craft Sale
Have fun Christmas shopping while supporting your local Legion at their annual Christmas Bazaar & Craft Sale! This is a perfect opportunity to find unique gifts and delicious treats for the holiday season.
Jabulani Winery Christmas Open House in support of the Richmond Food Bank
Join Jabulani Winery for their yearly open house, the "Holiday Sips, Cheer, & Shop Event!" Come drink wine, visit vendors, enjoy live music, sit by the campfire, and help out a wonderful local charity.
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.
Grace Assembly's Christmas Cookie Party
You're invited to a fun-filled Christmas Cookie Decorating Party at Grace Assembly! This is a perfect event for both kids and adults to celebrate the season together.
St. John's Annual Gingerbread House Party
Come and decorate a gingerbread house at St. John's Anglican Church in Richmond! This wonderful afternoon is free for the whole community to enjoy.
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!
Dramatic Reading: A Christmas Carol
Mark your calendars for a Christmas Classic! Join the community at North Gower United Church for a special dramatic reading of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, produced by Glenn Brooks.
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.
FREE Youth Walk-In Counselling
Manotick Counselling is offering free, in-person mental health counselling for youth in Grades 4–12 every Tuesday from 4–8 pm at YOMA, 1139C Mill Street.
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
FREE Youth Walk-In Counselling
Manotick Counselling is offering free, in-person mental health counselling for youth in Grades 4–12 every Tuesday from 4–8 pm at YOMA, 1139C Mill Street.
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
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!
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
Trivia Night for the "I am BrainSTRONG" Movement
Join us for an exciting Trivia Night at Danby's Roadhouse and help power the "I am BrainSTRONG" movement! This event is dedicated to sparking a paradigm shift in how we think about brain health and what it means to wear a helmet.
Trivia Night for the Richmond Food Bank
Get your team together for a fun-filled Trivia Night in support of the Richmond Food Bank! Enjoy an evening of friendly competition, a raffle, and a 50/50 draw, all for a great cause.
FREE Youth Walk-In Counselling
Manotick Counselling is offering free, in-person mental health counselling for youth in Grades 4–12 every Tuesday from 4–8 pm at YOMA, 1139C Mill Street.
Virtual information session for dry and low-water well owners
The City of Ottawa will host a virtual information session on Monday, December 8 from 6 to 8 pm for anyone seeking information about the on-going low water conditions affecting some areas of Ottawa.
Christmas Carols at Sunset
Gather as a community to welcome the holiday season with song at Carols at Sunset! This beloved event is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit.
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.
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.
Watson’s Mill & Dickinson House Christmas Market
Kick-start your holiday shopping at the Watson’s Mill & Dickinson House Christmas Market, running for three festive weekends! This beloved Manotick tradition is the perfect chance to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
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.
Breakfast with Santa at MCRA Pierce's Corners Hall
Santa is coming to North Gower! Join the Marlborough Community Recreation Association (MCRA) at Pierce's Corners Hall for a festive morning of fun.
St. Philip Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Bake Sale
Get ready for the St. Philip Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Bake Sale! This is the perfect place to stock up on homemade treats for the holiday season.
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.
Christmas in the Village Concert
Come and enjoy sacred and nostalgic favourites, an evening of song and audience participation to celebrate the upcoming Christmas Season!
Chili Supper & Carol Singing
Warm up with a delicious Chili Supper hosted by St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, followed by a festive evening of carol singing!
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
Workshop: Coping During the Holidays
The Nepean Rideau Osgoode Community Resource Centre (NROCRC) is hosting a free community workshop for anyone who may struggle during the busy holiday season.
Agriculture Wellness Ontario: In the Know Workshop
Agriculture Wellness Ontario is offering "In the Know," a free mental health literacy workshop tailored to the agricultural community to increase mental health knowledge and encourage help-seeking.
Agriculture Wellness Ontario: Guardian Network Training
Agriculture Wellness Ontario is offering its free Guardian Network program, a suicide prevention workshop that trains volunteers to identify signs of mental distress and connect farmers with mental health resources.
FREE Youth Walk-In Counselling
Manotick Counselling is offering free, in-person mental health counselling for youth in Grades 4–12 every Tuesday from 4–8 pm at YOMA, 1139C Mill Street.
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!
FOLIC Christmas Market Fundraiser
Join us for a festive Christmas Market in support of the non-profit organization Friends of Long Island Centre (FOLIC). Come out to find a wide variety of holiday treasures and support a great local cause!
St. James Anglican Church Christmas Fair
Get into the holiday spirit at the St. James Anglican Church Christmas Fair! Come out and browse a wonderful selection of festive, handmade crafts, unique gifts, and delicious baked goods.
St. Patrick’s Fallowfield Christmas Bazaar
Kick off the holiday season with the St. Patrick’s Fallowfield Catholic Women's League at their annual Christmas Bazaar! This is a wonderful opportunity to find unique gifts, enjoy homemade treats, and support local artisans.
Kiwanis Christmas Tree Sale
It's that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Manotick has received their first load of Kriss Kringle Christmas Trees, and they are ready for the holiday season.
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus Presents: A Season of Light & Love
Join the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus, a community chorus of 40 women, for their Christmas concerts, "A Season of Light & Love." Enjoy an evening of beautiful four-part harmony under the direction of Allison Houston, accompanied by Peter Brown, and featuring special musical guest Kenny Hayes.
Richmond Legion Euchre
Join the Richmond Legion for their weekly afternoon Euchre game! All are welcome to come out and play.
Manotick Kiwanis Blanket & Warm Winter Clothing Drive
Help those in need get through the cold winter by donating to the Blanket and Warm Winter Clothing Drive. Sponsored by Manotick Kiwanis and its Five Key Clubs, this initiative collects essential items for those in need.
Angel Tree at Perkins Home Building Centre
Help make a child in our community happy this holiday season by participating in the Angel Tree at Perkins Home Building Centre.
KOTR Council Toonie Sale: Donations Needed!
The Kars on the Rideau (KOTR) Council is preparing for their annual Toonie Sale, a special event where students can shop for holiday gifts for their families!
Agriculture Wellness Ontario: Navigating Stress in Agriculture
Join Agriculture Wellness Ontario for a free one-hour workshop on Navigating Stress in Agriculture. This session provides accessible mental health education and practical tools to manage stress.
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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