Crime for Christmas is a unique book fair featuring local mystery authors.

The Barrhaven Winter Craft Market is back with handmade treasures and unique gifts, all made by local makers and crafters! Browse a curated selection of local artisans and crafters offering everything from home décor and jewellery to seasonal treats and one-of-a-kind holiday items, plus cozy winter vibes.

Join the Manotick Legion for a dinner and dance with music from Grumpy Old Men

Councillors Brown, Desroches, Hill, and I will be hosting a public virtual consultation and information sesson for the 2026 municipal budget.

Let’s welcome Santa Claus and usher in the Christmas spirit in another edition of the Barrhaven Santa Claus Parade!

The Nepean Choir and the Manotick Brass Ensemble are holding their fifth annual Musicians for Odenak concert, Friday November 14, at the Barrhaven United Church (3013 Jockvale Road).

Marking 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War and Project 4000, Fortune explores the immigrant experience in Canada through Nguyen’s perspective as a Vietnamese boat person, mother, and artist. The exhibition features a series of paintings and a sculpture that weave together themes of resilience, memory, and cultural identity.

City staff are hosting public information virtual sessions related to the ongoing Private Approach By-law update. The session will provide an overview of the proposed by-law changes, along with other details about the by-law.

Celebrate Halloween with delicious foods and deadly beats at the Manotick Legion’s Halloween dinner and dance!

Come Trick-or-Treat with Mayor at Ottawa City Hall… if you dare!

Witches and reapers guard the entrance to the Heritage Building, leading you from treat to treat down its shadowy halls where villains lurk, ghosts whisper, and wonderful magic stirs.

The Barrhaven Lions Club is partnering with the Kanata Hazeldean Lions Club for this Bottle Drive.

Join the Nepean Sports Wall of Fame on Thursday 23 October 2025 at the Nepean Sportsplex (1701 Woodroffe Avenue) as they recognise and celebrate the 2025 inductees.

The event celebrates Ottawa’s vibrant volunteer community and gives special recognition to those individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made a difference in the community.

CAFES is excited to bring to you Wanting to Start Again, a unique musical experience that addresses climate change concerns in a poignant and powerful violin-piano performance.

To honour those who have served, George Darouze, MPP for Carleton, is hosting the 1st Annual Veterans' Appreciation Brunch. This event is an opportunity for the community to express gratitude for the service and sacrifice of our local veterans.

The next household hazardous waste depot happening locally in Barrhaven will be at the Strandherd snow dump on October 18th

Lynne Evenson is a master gardener who will explain soil amendments, their benefits, and when to use them.  

Smart agining offers eight weekly interactive workshops that equip seniors with essential information and resources to make informed life decision before a crisis occurs.

The next household hazardous waste depot happening locally in Barrhaven will be at the Strandherd snow dump (4061 Strandherd Drive).

There will be free food, music, kids activities, tours of our Grocery Program, community partners, dance classes and fun!

Join us for a chat on our community and share your thoughts and ideas!

This beloved family-friendly community event is back! With many displays by the Governor General’s Foot Guards, local organizations, and a FREE BBQ, it’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday.

Join the Council on Aging of Ottawa for a free, family-friendly event celebrating aging, movement, music, and community across generations.

Join us for a chat on our community and share your thoughts and ideas!

The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County is holding our annual Walk for Dementia, a 30-year community fundraising tradition where friends, family and community come together for a 1 km walk, accompanied by live music, entertainment and activities for all age groups.

The West Barrhaven Community Association are hosting their annual corn and weiner boil at Larkin Park! Join them for a fun, free family day with bouncy castles, crafts, food, games, and more.

As part of our community engagement efforts, we’re hosting a special event – Fifteen Dogs Unleashed: From Page to Stage – featuring acclaimed author André Alexis and director Marie Farsi.

Volunteer Ottawa is hosting their expo where potential volunteers can connect one-on-one with representatives from local charities and not-for-profits to learn more about how they can help.