Upcoming events
Every THURSDAY: English language conversation cafe
If you are looking for ways to practice your English skills or make connections in the community, The Salvation Army Barrhaven Church and Community Centre are holding English conversation cafes on Wednesdays at 7.
Seedlings for Students Fundraiser
Ready to get started in the garden? Our volunteers have been hard at work growing seedlings of all kinds, including veggies, native flowers, and herbs.
Seniors self-defence course
Learn practical skills for staying safe in different situations from fraud to abuse to assault in this fun and interactive 6-week course.
Commemoration of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Help us to remember and honour those Canadians who served, sacrificed, and died to free the Netherlands from tyranny and restore peace and sovereign independence to the nation.
Annual book fair
This book fair raises funds that in part go back into the community. We have various organizations that we support such as the Kanata Food Cupboard, Matthew House and many others.
Barrhaven Lions Club: Mother's Day paint and sip night
Celebrate Mother’s Day at this paint and sip night.
Barrhaven Lions Club: Mushroom compost sale
Gardeners, start your engines! The annual mushroom compost sale held by the Barrhaven Lions Club is back.
Free Adapt Expo
Two expos, one amazing day. The Adapt EXPO + Ottawa Inclusive & Para Sports Expo have joined forces once again to bring you Eastern Ontario's largest double-expo celebrating every age & ability!
Barrhaven Garden Club: Notes on a Japanese Garden
In a Japanese-themed garden, a small space holds big ideas about designing with plants, stone, water and “ma,” the all-important space in between.
Barrhaven Lions Club: Electronics recycling day
Grab your old computers, tvs, appliances (and more!) and drop them off at the Barrhaven Lions Club’s electronics recycling day.
Elvis - Canada Day Fundraiser
Join us for a night filled with classic Elvis hits, great company, and lots of fun, all while supporting the Canada Day in Barrhaven celebration that brings over 30,000 people together each year.
Barrhaven Garden Club: Annual plant sale
Get your perennials, veggies, herbs, houseplants, and gently used garden paraphernalia
“Raise the Roof” with the Retrosonic
The Retrosonics began the MHI concert series 14 months ago, so it was decided to bring back the popular dance band. It will be a beach party theme, with money raised going toward Dream LeBreton.
Manotick Legion 2026 Golf Tournament at the Falcon Rridge Golf Club
The 9-hole Golf Tournament will be held at the Falconridge Golf Club, 4740 High, Gloucester (near the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino)
Moloughney Park: Cleaning the Capital park clean-up
The WBCA will be cleaning Moloughney Park (30 Wessex) and surrounding area on Sunday, May 3rd and will have a BBQ lunch for our volunteers.
Barrhaven Lions Club: Pancake breakfast
The annual Barrhaven Lions Club pancake breakfast is back and there’s so many things to take part in. All donations go to support Quickstart Autism.
Adrienne Clarkson Elementary School used book fair
Adrienne Clarkson Elementary School is collecting a variety of books for a community Used Book Fair: from children’s books to adult fiction, as well as books in other languages!
Public information meeting: 3400/3428 Woodroffe
During this information session, Councillor Lo will provide the latest information available on the development application (D02-02-25-0090) for 3400 and 3428 Woodroffe Avenue.
IN-PERSON: Greenbank Transformer Station information session
Hydro Ottawa is hosting two information sessions about an upcoming transformer station project on Greenbank south of West Hunt Club, mostly in support of an upcoming CFIA project in Barrhaven.
VIRTUAL: Greenbank Transformer Station information session
Hydro Ottawa is hosting two information sessions about an upcoming transformer station project on Greenbank south of West Hunt Club, mostly in support of an upcoming CFIA project in Barrhaven.
Youth Resource Fair
The Barrhaven Youth Resource Fair is happening Saturday, April 25, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. We are bringing together local experts in education, jobs, mental health, and recreation at the Walter Baker Sport Centre.
Fundraiser: "Under the Tuscan Moon" for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Ottawa
An enchanting evening of cello and piano music in support of the Ronald McDonald House Ottawa.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Spanish music played by cello-piano duo, Luxe Duo.
Parents' Lifeline of Eastern Ontario: Prepared & Positive
The Parents' Lifeline of Eastern Ontario (Pleo - Family Peer Support) is hosting a free conference for parents and caregivers to support them in navigating the mental health and well-being of their children and youth.
Free rabies vaccination clinic
Ottawa Public Health and VCA Canada want to help you protect your dog or cat from rabies. Bring your dog and/or cat on April 17 for a free rabies vaccination. First come, first served.
Seniors Eid celebration for multicultural seniors
Join the South Nepean Community Health Centre’s Seniors Eid Celebration. There is no cost for seniors to participate in this event.
Learning with T1D: Taking charge of your education
Join Diabetes Hope Foundation, T1D Included, and UOttawa Team Diabetes for a FREE informative and empowering workshop exploring your rights as a student living with type 1 diabetes in high school and post-secondary education.
Come try ringette!
The Nepean Ravens invite you to come try ringette for FREE! Let’s grow the sport we all love to play and share the news with family, friends, neighbours, and classmates.
This is an on-ice session with qualified instructors so kids can try the sport
Manotick Legion: 50+ Health and wellness fair
It’s the Manotick Legion’s first annual 50-plus health and wellness fair! Head over and enjoy lots of things for FREE, including seniors’ self-defence, community leader chats, and chair yoga.
Barrhaven Garden Club: The Urban Potager - A Field to Table Experience
In this presentation, Odette McIntyre, Master Gardener, will talk about how to create an attractive living space full of vegetables, ornamentals, herbs and structures in an urban setting where space is a constraint.
Canadian Veteran Service Dog Unit: Help a Hero fundraiser
Shake a paw at the Help a Hero fundraiser in support of the Canadian Veteran Service Dog Unit which provides service dogs to veterans and first responders.
Free Easter movies and pancake breakfast
Celebrate Easter with pancakes and movies and meet the Easter Bunny!
Manotick Volunteer Firefighters Association: Pancake breakfast
The Manotick Volunteer Firefighters Association has chosen the Manotick Legion as their charity recipient of this delicious event.
Free Easter movies and pancake breakfast
Celebrate Easter with pancakes and movies and meet the Easter Bunny!
Thursdays: Free Income Tax Clinic
Offered every Thursday between April 2-23 at 5:30PM
Do you need help with your tax return? If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, trained volunteers may be able to complete your tax return for you for free.
Registration open: Cleaning the Capital spring edition!
Join the citywide effort to keep our public spaces clean, green, and enjoyable for everyone. Participants can choose to clean public spaces such as parks and greenspaces, roadsides, shorelines, or even areas around bus stops.
19e Rendez-vous francophone annuel du maire
La Ville d’Ottawa vous invite au 19e Rendez-vous francophone annuel du maire
Public information and engagement session: Riverside South Community Centre and Library
Residents are invited to attend an in-person consultation session that will primarily focus on the Riverside South Community Centre, Library and District Park.
March break: Free movies
Over March break, kids are invited to pancake breakfasts and free movies ALL WEEK!
Barrhaven Garden Club: Peonies - The Queen of Flowers
Blaine Marchand, gardener and author, will look at the myths and truths about peonies in your garden. He will discuss the different peony forms and how, with careful selection, you can achieve seven weeks of fragrant blooming that will astonish your family and friends.
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Ottawa’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is officially back! After a five‑year pause, the city will once again come alive with Irish pride, colour, music, and community spirit.
Seedy Saturday
Ottawa's 2026 Seedy Saturday will take place at Emmanuel United Church. Central to the event is the Seed Exchange Table, where gardeners can exchange unneeded seed, for seeds that they want for the upcoming season.
EVERY MONDAY: Charity Bingo
EVERY MONDAY! Have fun and help the Legion continue to offer senior programs in a well-maintained facility.
Coldest Night of the Year 2026
Join us on Saturday, February 28th for this family friendly walk, wheel and stroll! This year we’ll be working together to support those who are hurt, hunger, and experiencing homelessness. Every step you take, every dollar you raise, will help change lives!
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
Roger Ackroyd goes from prime suspect to victim when murder disrupts a cozy English village, and soon the enigmatic new neighbour Hercule Poirot is pulled from retirement to untangle the web of suspects. Agatha Christie’s novel cemented her reputation as the greatest mystery writer of all time, and it now comes to the stage in a sparkling new adaptation.
Many events elsewhere in the city could also be of interst to you! Discover cool and interesting events up to a year in advance in Ottawa Tourism’s event calendar. Check back often, as items are added or can be changed. Please note advertised events may include an admission charge.
Several events, expositions, and sales are hosted throughout the year at the Nepean Sportsplex. City staff regularly update the events tab on the facility’s webpage. Please note advertised events may include an admission charge.
Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe is owned and operated by the City of Ottawa. Opened in 1988 as the Centrepointe Theatre, the facility regularly hosts an extensive list of great artists performing, from local theatre to international celebrities! Please note advertised events may include an admission charge.