Things to Do in Ottawa in September: Events, Activities, and Festivals happening in Ottawa during the month of September 2026.
The Gladstone Theatre, 910 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa
September 30, 2026 To October 10, 2026
613-233-4523
$43.00 - $76.00
Alan Ayckbourn is back at the Gladstone—with another North American premiere! Private Fears in Public Places packed audiences in for his cheeky take on 21st-century love ... »
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Saunders Farm, 7893 Bleeks Road, Munster Hamlet - Richmond, Ottawa
September 26, 2026 To November 1, 2026
$25 & up
With tons of outdoor attractions available, including wagon rides, live shows, puppet shows, mild haunts, a parade, hedge mazes, choosing your perfect pumpkin, and so much more, ... »
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Proulx Maple & Berry Farm, O'Toole Road, Cumberland
September 26, 2026 To October 31, 2026
$25/victim
sKreamers is a fundraising project of the Kiwanis Club of Orleans. Local residents and rival farmers have long suspected that something unnatural has been happening out at ... »
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Cannamore Orchard,1480 County Road 32, Crysler
September 26, 2026 To October 31, 2026
613-448-3633
$25 to $37
Cannamore Orchard welcomes you to our 31st year of Acres of Terror, Eastern Ontario’s Most Terrifying Halloween attraction! We are proud to present this in co-operation ... »
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Nepean Sportsplex Curling Rink, 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa
September 26, 2026 To September 27, 2026
$5.00 - $25.00
Get ready for the purr-fect weekend at the Ottawa Cat Show, where feline lovers come together to celebrate all things cats! Join us at the Nepean Sportsplex ... »
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Lansdowne Park, 1525 Princess Patricia Way, Ottawa
September 26, 2026
Free Entry, $30 VIP Packages Available
Ottoberfest is an electric, 19+ and free-to-attend Oktoberfest celebration taking over the Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park! Enjoy traditional Oktoberfest-inspired eats alongside beer, wine and spirits, with a ... »
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Pinhey's Point Historic Site, 270 Pinhey's Point Road, Dunrobin
September 26, 2026 To October 3, 2026
613-580-9638
$16.75
Explore one of Ottawa’s most unique historic houses, engage with character actors, follow their clues and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test before the clock ... »
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Algonquin Commons Theatre, 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa
September 26, 2026
$70 to $90 +fees
The Truth – Crois-moi is not just a concert, but an immersive musical experience centered on storytelling, truth, and personal transformation. This event also marks the official launch ... »
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Babs Asper Theatre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
September 25, 2026 To September 26, 2026
613-947-7000 / Toll Free: 1-866-850-ARTS (CAN/US)
$15.00 - $62.00
She may have died in a long-term care facility, but she comes back to life to wreak revenge! Is she a traditional mother or a reactionary mummy? ... »
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Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
September 25, 2026 To September 26, 2026
613-947-7000 / Toll Free: 1-866-850-ARTS (CAN/US)
$15.00 - $79.00
The works of Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan are defined by feeling and collective connection. His exceptional dance-theatre productions skillfully integrate pathos and humour, and draw on themes ... »
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Ottawa Chinatown, Somerset Street West, Ottawa
September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026
Free
Join us for a weekend of great food, live entertainment, and Mid-Autumn celebrations in Ottawa Chinatown! A vibrant three-day celebration of food, culture, entertainment, and community in ... »
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Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Ave, Ottawa
September 23, 2026 To October 10, 2026
$10.00 - $32.00
At Sylvia’s annual naughty weekend with her lover Beau, her hopes for their permanent future together are derailed when their spouses show up with surprisingly different ... »
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Various Locations, Ottawa
September 23, 2026 To September 27, 2026
613-232-8769
$15-$665
The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is one of the world’s leading animation events and has provided screenings, exhibits, workshops, and entertainment since 1976. Attracting artists, producers, ... »
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The Gladstone Theatre, 910 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa
September 23, 2026 To September 26, 2026
613-233-4523
$35.00 - $75.00
This jazz-rock musical is a powerful dramedy about a woman rebuilding herself and her family after her abusive husband dies. Her family of three adult kids (Alex, ... »
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Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario. 90 William Street West. Smiths Falls
September 19, 2026
$20
Step into a world of enchantment and spellbinding adventure for an unforgettable evening of interactive experiences & a magical train ride! Immerse yourself as the RMEO station ... »
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Calabogie Peaks Resort, 30 Barrett Chute Road, Calabogie
September 19, 2026 To October 12, 2026
613-752-2720 1710 or 1604
$15 to $20
As the leaves change colours and begin to fall, embrace the beauty of autumn from the best view in the Ottawa Valley. Take the chairlift to the ... »
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Lansdowne Park, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa
September 19, 2026 To November 21, 2026
613-521-1970
Free
613flea is an ever changing, twice-a-month marketplace that returns to Lansdowne Park with makers & bakers, crafters & creators, antiques dealers & vintage clothing vendors, vinyl records & comics - plus ... »
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Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport, Rue Arthur-Fecteau, Gatineau
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$19.95 to $59.95
3 days of Thrills in the Skies of Ottawa-Gatineau! The Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will host the largest air show ever seen in the region! This year’s lineup promises ... »
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Old Maple Ridge Community Centre, 12820 Highway 43, Chesterville
September 18, 2026 To October 30, 2026
613-802-0190
$45
As you near the Haunt you travel through darkened cemeteries, where more than 9,000 spirits have been interred. In the dark of night many of their lost souls ... »
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Festival Grounds at RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr., Ottawa
September 17, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$99 & up
Located at Lansdowne Park, CityFolk is a celebration of music, dance, and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on multiple stages. Lineup: September 16: Alabama Shakes, ... »
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Richcraft Theatre, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa
September 17, 2026
$20.00 - $28.75
Hailing from Montreal by way of Budapest, Sophie Lukacs is a kora player, singer, and composer whose sound bridges Mandingue tradition,Hungarian Folk and contemporary songwriting. Trained ... »
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The Gladstone Theatre, 910 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa
September 17, 2026
613-233-4523
$23.00
Dramatic staged reading set in the after life about a fictional encounter between Canadian contemporary historical figures Duncan Campbell Scott and Dr. Peter Henderson Bryce Are heroes ... »
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Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
September 16, 2026 To September 17, 2026
613-947-7000 / Toll Free: 1-866-850-ARTS (CAN/US)
$15.00 - $120.00
A few things to know… Remixes aren’t just for pop music! In our season opener, discover three works in which composers reimagine the creations of other ... »
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Riverside Park, 137 John St, Carleton Place
September 13, 2026
+1 (613) 621-1261
Free
Free Ukrainian cultural festival at Riverside Park, Carleton Place – Ukrainian food, live music and dance, craft market, children’s zone, art workshops, and the North American Premiere ... »
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Almonte Community Centre and the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, Almonte
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Come out to the Friendly Town of Almonte for the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum’s 28th Annual Fibrefest. Local guilds will demonstrate spinning, knitting, weaving, rug-hooking, lacemaking, ... »
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Tony Graham Park, 100 Charlie Rogers Place, Ottawa
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
Join us for two exciting days packed with multicultural performances, live music, kids’ activities, delicious food, and plenty of fun for the whole family! Explore a vibrant ... »
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Mooney's Bay Park and Beach, Riverside Drive, Ottawa
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free to $22.90
AfroFestival Ottawa is a free annual Music and Arts Festival that showcases the very best of African culture and entertainment in Canada’s Capital Region. This festival ... »
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Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
$87 & up
The Riverside Festival is now considered the largest electronic music festival in Quebec having welcomed more than 40,000 festival-goers in its last 10 editions. Riverside is also one of ... »
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Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa
September 11, 2026
$72 & up
Since forming in 2016, the Philadelphia native indie-rock band — comprised of Matt Quinn (vocals, guitar), Sam Cooper (guitar), Jackie Miclau (keys, piano), Sotiris Eliopoulos (drums), and Michael Byrnes (... »
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Kanata Community Hub, 400 March Road, Ottawa
September 11, 2026 To September 12, 2026
$25+fees
Join us for a fun, laid-back outdoor festival celebrating craft beer, cider, cocktails, delicious food, and live entertainment. Whether you’re coming with friends or checking it ... »
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Laurent Shopping Centre, 500 Coventry Rd, Ottawa
September 10, 2026 To October 18, 2026
$67 & up
LUZIA is a vibrant journey through an imaginary Mexico, blending breathtaking acrobatics with stunning visuals, from urban sets to deserts and ocean, showcasing Mexico's rich heritage and ... »
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Spencerville Fairgrounds, 22 Ryan Street, Spencerville
September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026
6136583333
$5 to $15
For 171 years, the Spencerville Agricultural Society has proudly connected rural traditions with modern community life, celebrating the best of Canadian agriculture, heritage, and heart. We are passionate ... »
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Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ottawa
September 10, 2026 To September 19, 2026
$45 plus taxes and fees
Presented by Suzart Productions in collaboration with Maple Leaf Theatre Productions, Inc, Come From Away is a moving, true-story musical about the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, ... »
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Babs Asper Theatre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
September 10, 2026 To September 19, 2026
$33.00 - $72.00
Inspired by the book Beautiful Scars: Steeltown Secrets, Mohawk Skywalkers and the Road Home by Tom Wilson. The Electrifying Canadian Rock Musical Revealing a Long-Buried Family Secret ... »
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The Arena at TD Place & Carleton University Raven's Nest, Ottawa
September 9, 2026 To September 19, 2026
$10 to $35
Ottawa will become the global epicenter of wheelchair basketball, showcasing the skill, resilience, and athleticism of 336 athletes from 28 teams (16 men’s and 12 women’s teams) across the ... »
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Ron Maslin Playhouse, 1 Ron Maslin Way, Kanata
September 9, 2026 To September 19, 2026
613-831-4435
$30.00
This light-hearted Stoppard play takes place aboard a luxury liner at sea. Set in the 1930s, successful Hungarian playwrights Sandor Turai and Alex Gal set sail from ... »
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St. Stefan Serbian Orthodox Church, 1989 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
Come join us at the Ottawa Serbian Festival for this Labour day long weekend. Enjoy kids activities, live music, folklore dancing and authentic Serbian cuisine! Lot’s ... »
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Cannamore Orchard, 1480 County Road 32, Crysler
September 5, 2026 To October 12, 2026
613-448-3633
$16
Enjoy fall at Cannamore Orchards. If you want activities for those late-summer and autumn weekend days, then bring the children for a visit to Cannamore Orchard! Family ... »
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Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Regular Admission
Upper Canada Village celebrates the integral role horses have played in Canada’s history since the 1600s with its Horse Lovers Weekend. The event celebrates our special ... »
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The Bronson, 211 Bronson Ave., Ottawa
September 5, 2026
$35.89 (includes fees)
Michel Pagliaro is a Montreal-born singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer whose bilingual career helped define Canadian rock. Known affectionately as “Pag,” he created enduring hits including “J’entends ... »
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The Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Ave., Ottawa
September 4, 2026
$47 & up
Jackson Dean is a platinum-selling country singer-songwriter from Maryland, celebrated for gravel-rich vocals, rugged storytelling and electrifying live performances. He broke through with the chart-topping “Don’t ... »
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Parc La Baie, 988 Rue Saint-Louis, Gatineau
September 2, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$54.99 to $64.99
Traditionally held during the Labor Day weekend, the FMG – Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, is the largest summer event in the Outaouais. Recognized for its diverse artistic ... »
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Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Ave, Ottawa
August 19, 2026 To September 5, 2026
613-233-8948
$10.00 - $32.00
Faltering salesman Willy Loman has returned early from a road trip plagued by memories of the past and his realization that the American Dream has eluded him ... »
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Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park , 3468 Ch. Old Montreal Rd, Ottawa
May 16, 2026 To October 31, 2026
873-353-7423
$7-$10
Come and experience this hidden jewel just outside Cumberland Village in Ottawa. Discover sculptures carefully placed in a natural setting at this nine-acre wooded ravine with walking ... »
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Rock Dunder Hiking Trail, Stanley Lash Lane, Lyndhurst
May 15, 2026 To November 15, 2026
$6
Rock Dunder is a treasure that lies within the UNESCO Thousand Islands Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve. Rising 275 feet above Morton Bay, Rock Dunder provides breathtaking views of ... »
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Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Theatre, 330 Kent Street, Ottawa
March 13, 2026 To December 26, 2026
$27.95 to $99.95
Our two hour show features all-Canadian music from Maritime folk songs to modern pop. Come be serenaded by our singing Mountie, hockey player, Anne of Green Gables, ... »
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Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa
March 7, 2026 To September 27, 2026
613-233-8699
Free
This exhibition explores the intersection of art and science through the life and work of Faith Fyles (1875 – 1961), the first woman to be appointed as a botanist with ... »
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