Things to Do in Ottawa in November – 2025

with the NAC Orchestra’s brass musicians Brass takes centre stage in this radiant fall edition of Music for a Sunday Afternoon, curated by Chris Lee, Principal ...  »

Funeral Sky Anniversary Tour A letter from Reuben and the Dark: I’ve always thought of music as a kind of medicine – for myself initially, and then ...  »

Joyce N’sana is a Canadian singer-songwriter originally from the Congo, whose work embodies what she refers to as “Afrobluehop,” a bold blend of blues, rock, hip ...  »

RADIO RUSH – The Moving Pictures Story tells the story of the transformation that catapulted Rush from arena rock to world radio, with a complete playlist that includes ...  »

+ His Band: One Night Only (Unplugged) with Brock Phillips Big Loud artist Dallas Smith has a track record of noteworthy success – from front man of Platinum-selling rock ...  »

Storytelling through song is a fundamental duty of traditional music, and Matthew does this brilliantly. With parents who were singers and song collectors, he was raised with ...  »

Led Zeppelin redefined rock in the Seventies and for all time. Then and now, Led Zeppelin looms larger than life on the rock landscape as a band ...  »

with Thanya Iyer Formed in 1995, The Dears released their first, ultra-lo-fi album, End of a Hollywood Bedtime Story, in 2000. The orchestral, dark pop sound and dramatic live ...  »

Garou released Un meilleur lendemain in April 2025, his very first album as a songwriter. The artist has taken up the pen because he has things to say! ...  »

Our Principal Guest Conductor, John Storgårds, leads the NAC Orchestra in works overflowing with passionate melodies and tranquil reflections. Grammy Award-winning violinist Augustin Hadelich returns to ...  »

“A musical journey that takes the listeners on a trip around the world!” – Now Magazine Get ready to be taken on a journey across the world, experiencing ...  »

Under the leadership of JUNO-nominated and 10x Global Music Award–winning jazz pianist NICK MACLEAN, SNAGGLE feat the ALI BROS launches into a daring new chapter: a ...  »

Paillette Productions presents Live Band & Burlesque, theatre style! Join us for a larger-than-life evening full of glamour, tease, and live music. Performers will have a vendors’ ...  »

Breaking Kayfabe 20th Anniversary Tour Cadence Weapon returns for a tour commemorating the 20th anniversary of his Polaris Prize-nominated landmark debut album, Breaking Kayfabe, which was recently ...  »

Experience the music and the majesty with ALWAYS ABBA as they bring you ABBA’s greatest hits featuring Canada’s finest vocalists and musicians. Timeless and transcending, ...  »

Celebrating St. Andrew, the patron Saint of Scotland, join your hosts, Atlantic Firth as they bring a full-on Scottish music and dance extravaganza to Ottawa! The show, ...  »

Founded by Syrian singer Leen Hamo and Lebanese jazz musician John Abou Chacra, their paths crossed at a Toronto fundraiser following the 2020 Beirut explosion—a moment that ...  »

For over 26 years, The Grand Illusion has brought the iconic sound of STYX to life with stunning accuracy, electrifying visuals, and six powerhouse musicians who know how ...  »

with Southern Avenue Born Troy Andrews, Trombone Shorty got his start earlier than most: at four, he made his first appearance at Jazz Fest performing with Bo ...  »

Bobcaygeon is a tribute to The Tragically Hip, delivering a high-quality performance with a sound strikingly similar to the Hip’s studio recordings. Their show is designed ...  »

Presented by the Janice & Earle O’Born Fund for Artistic Excellence Jan Lisiecki, “Preludes” Recital Great Performers Series In-person event Three things to know: Delight in ...  »

Presented by Directo Prod Olivier Laurent delivers a deeply moving tribute to Jacques Brel in Brel! The Show, leaving an indelible mark under the direction of Gil ...  »

Kurtis Conner is back on the road with his biggest project yet – The Goodfellow World Tour. A sell-out performer, podcaster, and global YouTube sensation, Conner is bringing ...  »

Toronto songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Abigail Lapell returns to the NAC with Anniversary, an evocative collection of original love songs. Produced with Great Lake Swimmers’ Tony Dekker, the ...  »

Live Like The Sky Tour with Boyhood Leanne Betasamosake Simpson is a renowned Michi Saagiig Nishnaabeg musician, writer and academic, recognized as one of the most compelling ...  »

A night of original music Ottawa guitarist, teacher and performer presents new original music with different collaborators, as well as original solo guitar music from earlier in ...  »

Laylit is a platform and collective celebrating music and artists from the Arab/SWANA region and its diaspora. Over the last four years their dance parties in ...  »

Enjoy an hour of live performance with coffee and treats after the show. Join us in the Les Lye Studio for this one-hour musical event with the ...  »

Hawksley Workman is a JUNO Award-winning and Gold Record certified singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Since his ground-breaking self-produced indie debut For Him and The Girls (1999) through to chart-topping ...  »

Join Ottawa songwriters Shawn Tavenier and Eric Vieweg for a night of music and stories as they debut their project The Golden Low with the release of ...  »

Flávia Nascimento, a renowned singer and musician, joins the upbeat Tio Chorinho band for a Brazilian show that will have you dancing in your seat. Tio ...  »

A live tribute concert celebrating the music and legacy of Celine Dion, one of Canada’s most iconic vocalists. The show will feature live performances of her ...  »

with the NAC Orchestra Hayata Sumino isn’t just a piano virtuoso—he also writes, records and shares his own music on YouTube, where he’s amassed ...  »

Enjoy an hour of live music followed by coffee and treats after the show. They’re fantastic musicians and bluesy to the core – the Durham County Poets ...  »

This unique event, under the theme ‘From Father to Son’, sees music and song come together to celebrate God through instruments and voice. This annual concert offers ...  »

In the show CORPO PULSAÇÃO (Body Pulsation), Lara Klaus connects to the vital force that animates her, the poetry of constant movement and transformation, as well ...  »

Rock the Wild is a benefit concert supporting access to outdoor learning for neurodiverse and others, including equity-denied learners. The evening features Juno-award winner Talk, is directed ...  »

– Southern Rock All-Star Revue Featuring Special Guest Ricky Paquette. Remember the days when Southern Rock ruled the airwaves? Soaring twin guitars, exceptional vocals, timeless anthems. The SOUTHERN ...  »

Ken Yates is an award-winning singer-songwriter known for his introspective storytelling and his signature blend of folk, indie, and rock influences. His latest album, Total Cinema (2025), marks ...  »

Echoes – A Tribute to Pink Floyd has been captivating audiences across Québec and beyond since 2005. With hundreds of performances at theatres, festivals, and special events, Echoes ...  »

A dynamic Queen tribute band hailing from the heart of Ontario! With a passion for capturing the legendary energy and vocals of Freddy Mercury and the iconic ...  »

A soulful evening of music that will warm your heart with a unique blend of Sufi and Jazz in a mystical ‘Ruhaniyat’ atmosphere. Who is it for?  18+ ...  »

Leahy is a Juno award-winning powerhouse Canadian band of dynamic musicians from one family, known for thrilling audiences with their stellar musicianship, passionate vocals, and step-dancing. Accomplished ...  »

We are Ottawa’s ultimate Jazz jamming cafe. The home for Bebop, Ballads, Swing, Bossa Nova, Brazilian popular music, Cool Jazz, Funk, Latin, and Jazz Standards. This ...  »