Events in Ottawa in October 2026

In October 2026, Ottawa has 344 event dates across 107 shows, concerts and experiences — including 179 experiences, 78 concert, 34 others, 30 theatre.

Highlights include: Pat Metheny at Algonquin Commons Theatre · Ace of Base with Haddaway at History Ottawa · Abba Revisited at Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe · Begonia.

FAQ — Ottawa in October 2026

What to do in Ottawa in October 2026?
The calendar below lists every event happening that month: 179 experiences, 78 concert, 34 others, 30 theatre. Filter by category or date to narrow it down.

Are dates and tickets up to date?
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Events in Ottawa in October 2026

Ottawa Murder Mystery: Solve the Case

Shadows of Downtown Ottawa: Self-Guided Detective Game (Questo)

Kid Quest in Ottawa: Interactive Family Scavenger Hunt (Ages 4–8)

Ottawa: Foods of the World Outdoor Exploration Game

Dorothy's Trials of Oz: City Exploration Quest

Ottawa Landmarks Amphibus Tour

2-Hour Ottawa Express City Bike Tour

Private Yacht Tour on the Ottawa River

Cycling the Nation's Capital — Self-Guided

Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa

Ottawa Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

Self-Guided Biking in Ottawa-Gatineau

Lilo Floating Tiki Bar on the Ottawa River

Ottawa Murder Mystery — Death in the Shadows

Street Artist Ottawa Outdoor Exploration Game

Cirque du Soleil — Luzia

Faber Drive at Overflow Brewing Co.

Ottawa Fall Home Show at EY Centre

Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical

Two Door Cinema Club — Tourist History 15th Anniversary Tour at History (Ottawa)

Two Door Cinema Club with STRFKR at History (Ottawa)

Unique Experiences

Ottawa: Small-Group Walking Tour with Boat Cruise

Ottawa River Boat Cruise from Hull Marina

Private Yacht Cruise on the Ottawa River

Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical

Rideau Canal Cruise

Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa