Acres of Terror
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On the calendar for Oct 9 to Oct 10: Acres of Terror at Ottawa.
This Weekend
This Weekend in Ottawa
What's on in Ottawa this weekend, Fri, Oct 9 – Sun, Oct 11, 2026: 75 things in the town's own event feed — music, arts, market and more. Pulled straight from the feed local organisers post to, and rebuilt as the weekend takes shape — if it's happening in town, it's here.
Friday, October 9
24 on in Ottawa this Friday.
Awake & Dreaming W/ Pot Is Drugs & Full Throttle
Live music at Rum Runners, London: Awake & Dreaming W/ Pot Is Drugs & Full Throttle takes the stage Friday, Oct 9.
Capital Music Awards
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Capital Music Awards plays at National Arts Centre, Ottawa on Friday, Oct 9. A live show, if you're in the mood for a night out.
Capital Music Awards ; Ottawa Music Industry Coalition
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Friday, Oct 9, National Arts Centre, Ottawa hosts Capital Music Awards ; Ottawa Music Industry Coalition. Expect a proper live set.
Christone "Kingfish" Ingram - The Hard Road Tour
If Friday, Oct 9 needs plans, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram - The Hard Road Tour is playing at Algonquin Commons Theatre, Nepean.
Colours & Cocktails
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On the calendar for Friday, Oct 9: Colours & Cocktails at Bee You Creative Styles, Ottawa.
Dief the Chief: October '62
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Friday, Oct 9: Dief the Chief: October '62 at Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum, Ottawa.
Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
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Live music at Ottawa: Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa takes the stage Oct 9 to Oct 10.
FrightFest
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On the calendar for Oct 9 to Oct 10: FrightFest at Saunders Farm, Ottawa.
Gallery Night: A Year in the Making
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RStudio (The Reality Group), Ottawa hosts Gallery Night: A Year in the Making on Friday, Oct 9.
Hex Appeal - Iron Cabaret
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On the calendar for Oct 9 to Oct 10: Hex Appeal - Iron Cabaret at Ottawa.
John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50; Not dead yet!
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National Arts Centre, Ottawa hosts John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50; Not dead yet! on Friday, Oct 9.
Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie
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Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa on Friday, Oct 9.
Maple Leaf March
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Maple Leaf March at Montgomery Legion, Ottawa on Oct 9 to Oct 11.
Neige sur Abidjan; Autofiction between here and Africa
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National Arts Centre, Ottawa hosts Neige sur Abidjan; Autofiction between here and Africa on Friday, Oct 9.
Not Dead Yet! - John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50
Not Dead Yet! - John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50 at National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts, Ottawa on Friday, Oct 9. A night of stand-up.
Ottawa 200 Biodiversity Tree
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Ottawa 200 Biodiversity Tree is on Friday, Oct 9 at National Arts Centre, Ottawa.
Ottawa Gatineau Tattoo Expo
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Oct 9 to Oct 11, Palais des Congrès de Gatineau, Ottawa hosts Ottawa Gatineau Tattoo Expo. Expect a proper live set.
Rythmik Nights
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Rythmik Nights plays at Casino du Lac-Leamy, Ottawa on Friday, Oct 9. A live show, if you're in the mood for a night out.
Sabor de Gratitud: Thanksgiving con Sabor Latino
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Mark Friday, Oct 9: Sabor de Gratitud: Thanksgiving con Sabor Latino at 5561 Manotick Main St, Ottawa.
The History of Concrete
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Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa hosts The History of Concrete on Friday, Oct 9.
The Room
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Mark Friday, Oct 9: The Room at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa.
confinement (2024-2025)
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On the calendar for Friday, Oct 9: confinement (2024-2025) at National Arts Centre, Ottawa.
sKreamers
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sKreamers at Proulx Maple & Berry Farm, Ottawa on Oct 9 to Oct 10.
Saturday, October 10
40 on in Ottawa this Saturday.
Alta Vista Market
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Head to Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10 for Alta Vista Market. Worth a wander even if you buy nothing.
Ann Wilson: The Voice of Heart & Tripsitter
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Live music at Hard Rock Ottawa Hotel & Casino: Ann Wilson: The Voice of Heart & Tripsitter takes the stage Saturday, Oct 10.
Ann Wilson: The Voice of Heart & Tripsitter
Saturday, Oct 10, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa hosts Ann Wilson: The Voice of Heart & Tripsitter. Expect a proper live set.
BON Chat: Between Two Worlds; A free pre-show conversation exploring migration, identity, and belonging (in French)
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Mark Saturday, Oct 10: BON Chat: Between Two Worlds; A free pre-show conversation exploring migration, identity, and belonging (in French) at National Arts Centre, Ottawa.
Black Out Night (BON): Neige sur Abidjan
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Black Out Night (BON): Neige sur Abidjan plays at National Arts Centre, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10. A live show, if you're in the mood for a night out.
Blade Rave
Saturday, Oct 10, The 27 Club, Ottawa hosts Blade Rave. Expect a proper live set.
Dance Now Ottawa
Dance Now Ottawa plays at History Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10. A live show, if you're in the mood for a night out.
Despised Icon, 200 Stab Wounds, TEETH, Rust, Scorching Tomb, midlife.
Saturday, Oct 10, The Bronson, Ottawa hosts Despised Icon, 200 Stab Wounds, TEETH, Rust, Scorching Tomb, midlife.. Expect a proper live set.
Family Bazaar by The Market Studio
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Head to Pineview Community Hub, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10 for Family Bazaar by The Market Studio. Worth a wander even if you buy nothing. Family-friendly.
Grafix At System Saturdays
Grafix At System Saturdays plays at Rum Runners, London on Saturday, Oct 10. A live show, if you're in the mood for a night out.
Guided Nature Walk with Chad Clifford
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Mark Saturday, Oct 10: Guided Nature Walk with Chad Clifford at Pinhey’s Point Historic Site, Ottawa.
Healing and Reconciliation Mass & Meal with Indigenous Peoples
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Saturday, Oct 10: Healing and Reconciliation Mass & Meal with Indigenous Peoples at St. Basil's Parish, Ottawa.
Heritage in Motion; Created and Presented by the Ishaka Cultural Group
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Live music at National Arts Centre, Ottawa: Heritage in Motion; Created and Presented by the Ishaka Cultural Group takes the stage Saturday, Oct 10.
Jaspreet Singh Live (Straight Up) - Ottawa 2026
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Mark Saturday, Oct 10: Jaspreet Singh Live (Straight Up) - Ottawa 2026 at Kailash Mital Theatre, Ottawa.
John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50; Not dead yet!
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Saturday, Oct 10: John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50; Not dead yet! at National Arts Centre, Ottawa.
John Malkovich - Their Master's Voice
John Malkovich - Their Master's Voice on stage at National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts, Ottawa, Saturday, Oct 10.
Live from the Booth
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If Saturday, Oct 10 needs plans, Live from the Booth is playing at The Booth on Sparks Street, Ottawa.
Main Street Farmers' Market
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Main Street Farmers' Market sets up at Grande Allée Park, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10. Browse the stalls and see what's in season.
Metcalfe Farmers' Market
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Metcalfe Farmers' Market sets up at Metcalfe Fairgrounds, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10. Browse the stalls and see what's in season.
Neige sur Abidjan; Autofiction between here and Africa
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National Arts Centre, Ottawa hosts Neige sur Abidjan; Autofiction between here and Africa on Saturday, Oct 10.
Not Dead Yet! - John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50
Comedy at National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts, Ottawa: Not Dead Yet! - John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50 takes the mic on Saturday, Oct 10.
Ottawa 200 Biodiversity Tree
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National Arts Centre, Ottawa hosts Ottawa 200 Biodiversity Tree on Saturday, Oct 10.
Ottawa Senators
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Head to Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10 for Ottawa Senators. Worth a wander even if you buy nothing.
Ottawa Senators vs. Nashville Predators
Saturday, Oct 10: Ottawa Senators vs. Nashville Predators at Canadian Tire Centre, Kanata.
PumpkinFest
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On the calendar for Oct 10 to Oct 12: PumpkinFest at Saunders Farm, Ottawa. Good one for the kids.
Resonance of Dunhuang - Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble
Resonance of Dunhuang - Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble plays at Algonquin Commons Theatre, Nepean on Saturday, Oct 10. A live show, if you're in the mood for a night out.
Rythmik Nights
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Live music at Casino du Lac-Leamy, Ottawa: Rythmik Nights takes the stage Saturday, Oct 10.
Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat-Cereal Cartoon Party, Volume 42: Halloween Month Edition!
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Saturday, Oct 10: Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat-Cereal Cartoon Party, Volume 42: Halloween Month Edition! at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa.
Stittsville Gobblefest
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Head to Johnny Leroux Stittsville Community Arena, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10 for Stittsville Gobblefest. Worth a wander even if you buy nothing.
Thanksgiving Market at Robert Plante Greenhouses
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Thanksgiving Market at Robert Plante Greenhouses sets up at Ottawa on Oct 10 to Oct 11. Browse the stalls and see what's in season.
The History of Concrete
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Mark Saturday, Oct 10: The History of Concrete at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa.
The Thing
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The Thing at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10.
Their Master's Voice; with John Malkovich
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Live music at National Arts Centre, Ottawa: Their Master's Voice; with John Malkovich takes the stage Saturday, Oct 10.
Varsity Soccer: Algonquin Wolves vs. Loyalist Lancers/Centennial Colts
On the calendar for Saturday, Oct 10: Varsity Soccer: Algonquin Wolves vs. Loyalist Lancers/Centennial Colts at Sports Field, Nepean.
WEST UNION VOL.8 WITH HEAVEN SAM
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Live music at 400A Dalhousie St, Ottawa: WEST UNION VOL.8 WITH HEAVEN SAM takes the stage Oct 10 to Oct 11.
Wakefield Market
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Wakefield Market sets up at 38 Chemin de la Vallée de Wakefield, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10. Browse the stalls and see what's in season.
Watson’s Mill Fall Finale
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Watson’s Mill Fall Finale sets up at Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10. Browse the stalls and see what's in season. Family-friendly.
Westboro Farmers' Market
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Westboro Farmers' Market at Ottawa, Saturday, Oct 10. Local vendors, fresh finds, the usual good stuff.
confinement (2024-2025)
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National Arts Centre, Ottawa hosts confinement (2024-2025) on Saturday, Oct 10.
summersets; with Augustine May
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summersets; with Augustine May plays at National Arts Centre, Ottawa on Saturday, Oct 10. A live show, if you're in the mood for a night out.
Sunday, October 11
11 on in Ottawa this Sunday.
Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans
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Mark Sunday, Oct 11: Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa.
Barrhaven Farmers' Market
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Head to Nepean Woods Park & Ride, Ottawa on Sunday, Oct 11 for Barrhaven Farmers' Market. Worth a wander even if you buy nothing.
Barrio del Sabor (Latin Dance Sundays)
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If Sunday, Oct 11 needs plans, Barrio del Sabor (Latin Dance Sundays) is playing at Barrio Ottawa.
Coyote vs. Acme
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Mark Sunday, Oct 11: Coyote vs. Acme at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa.
Elgin Street Market
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Elgin Street Market at Boushey Square, Ottawa, Oct 11 to Feb 7. Local vendors, fresh finds, the usual good stuff.
Lansdowne Farmers' Market
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Market day at 1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa: Lansdowne Farmers' Market runs Sunday, Oct 11. Good excuse for a slow morning.
Mass and Blessing of St. Francis of Assisi Mural
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Mass and Blessing of St. Francis of Assisi Mural at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Ottawa on Sunday, Oct 11.
Mike Kalambay & Shekinah Music Live
Live music at Algonquin Commons Theatre, Nepean: Mike Kalambay & Shekinah Music Live takes the stage Sunday, Oct 11.
Nepean Night Market
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Head to Mr. Lube + Tires, Ottawa on Sunday, Oct 11 for Nepean Night Market. Worth a wander even if you buy nothing. Good one for the kids.
Papa Sierra
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On the calendar for Sunday, Oct 11: Papa Sierra at Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa.
Retro 80s Bash
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Retro 80s Bash at Ottawa on Sunday, Oct 11.
Common questions
What's on in Ottawa this weekend?
75 events are on in Ottawa between Fri, Oct 9 – Sun, Oct 11, 2026 — the full list is on this page, day by day, taken from the town's own event feed.
Is anything free in Ottawa this weekend?
Nothing in the feed is listed as free this weekend. Plenty is still cheap — and the town board keeps a standing free-things section.
When does this page update?
Every time the town's feed does — organisers post through the week, and the page is rebuilt on the publisher's schedule so it never shows a weekend that's already over. The window rolls to the next weekend every Monday.