CENTRETOWN OTTAWA EVENTS

What’s happening around the neighbourhood

Customers ordering at a busy coffee shop counter beneath hand-painted floral murals on a dark chalkboard wall.
Customers ordering at a busy coffee shop counter beneath hand-painted floral murals on a dark chalkboard wall.

Something’s always going on.

Live music, late nights, gallery openings, drag shows. Street takeovers, pop-up patios, and the kind of moments that just happen when you’re in the neighbourhood.

Centretown doesn’t sit still and neither does what’s happening around here. Whether you’re looking for something to do this weekend or just seeing what’s happening around Centretown Ottawa, you’re in the right place.

Centretown Ottawa Events Calendar

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  • Chiron Promotions Presents: Varitones 10 Year Anniversary Show

    LIVE! on Elgin 220 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Celebrate 10 years of Varitones at LIVE! on Elgin! Get ready for a high-energy night of gritty riffs, powerful vocals, and electrifying rock and roll as Varitones take the stage alongside Ottawa’s Saturn Sunrise and alternative singer-songwriter Ryan King. Expect big sounds, raw emotion, and an unforgettable night of live music!

  • Metro Jazz

    Art House Café 555, rue Somerset Ouest, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Tickets: CAD $15 Sairyo   Where sophisticated sound meets modern groove. On the second Saturday of the month, Art House presents a lively contemporary jazz quartet highlighting rotating feature musicians. Hosted by prominent Ottawa-based guitarist Garrett Warner, each night delivers a dynamic jazz repertoire of fresh originals, vibrant interpretations and inspiring improvisations. This edition featuring  Louis Perron […]

  • Karaoke Shark

    Karaoke Shark
    The Royal Oak - 188, rue Bank 188, rue Bank, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    ? Karaoke Night at 188 Bank with Karaoke Shark! ? Join us every Saturday from 9PM to 1AM at The Royal Oak – 188 Bank Street for a karaoke experience powered by Karaoke Shark, Ottawa’s premiere community-driven karaoke crew. Whether you’re a seasoned singer or a total newbie, this is your time to shine under the spotlight and belt it out for […]

  • Robert Plante Holiday Market

    Les Serres Robert Plante 4228, route de Navan, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Come shop local at the Robert Plante Holiday Market, featuring talented Canadian makers, artists, and small businesses all under one roof!

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Eggs benedict with roasted potatoes, milk being poured into an iced latte, and a cauliflower and sourdough dish.
Eggs benedict with roasted potatoes, milk being poured into an iced latte, and a cauliflower and sourdough dish.

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