Your Weekly Round-up: September 7–13, 2026
September 7–13, 2026
Welcome back, 613ers! Can you believe it's already September? The crisp air is rolling in, but our city is still absolutely buzzing with fantastic events. This week, September 7–13, 2026, is packed with choices for everyone, whether you're looking for a family outing, some exciting live music, or a chance to learn something new. Let's dive into some of the highlights!
Festival Frenzy & Community Fun
This Friday, September 11, is a festival feast! Get ready for the 7TH ANNUAL AFROFESTIVAL OTTAWA 2026 at Mooney's Bay Park and Beach, bringing vibrant music and culture. If you’re a fan of pop culture, don’t miss Ottawa ComicCon, offering a day of free fun. Foodies will love the Orléans Ribfest & Poutine and the delicious Ottawa Asian Festival Night Market at Tanger Outlets. Kanata is also getting in on the action with the Kanata Craft Beer Festival.
Looking for more community spirit? Head to the Almonte Fair on Friday for some classic fun, or join the Annual Community BBQ Corn Roast at 46 Castlefrank Rd. in Kanata. On Saturday, September 12, don't miss the sweet delights at the Butter Tart Festival and explore the city's green spaces with Open NCC.
Music & Nightlife
The soundtrack of your week is sorted! On Friday, September 11, catch the energetic Mt. Joy 2026: Celebrating 10 Years Of Mt. Joy at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa (paid). You can also find Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa that same day. For those who love a good beat, the Riverside Festival and Rythmik Nights offer free music. After the main events, keep the party going at the AFROFEST OTTAWA OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY HOSTED BY ROTIMI & MANY MORE at The Palace Ottawa or the Cranium Festival Afterparty 2026 at SAW.
Saturday, September 12, brings more musical treats, including the heavy sounds of HATEBREED: SUMMER SLAUGHTER TOUR 2026 at The Bronson. For something a little lighter, check out GLOBAL SESSIONS OTTAWA at NUVO Lounge 295 or The Lucky Tour (OTTAWA) - Live! on Elgin, both free. There's also the Black and Bluegrass Fest and Beechfest for more diverse sounds.
Arts, Culture & Learning
Immerse yourself in culture this week! Marvel at the incredible performances of Cirque du Soleil - Luzia, offering a free theatre experience at St. Laurent Shopping Centre on Friday, September 11. For a taste of classic literature brought to life, The Great Gatsby (Touring) is at the National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts on both Friday (paid) and Saturday (free). Expand your professional skills with Your Brand On LinkedIn: Build Influence. Win Business. (In Person) at Invest Ottawa on Friday, a valuable free conference.
On Saturday, September 12, get creative with Autumn Semester Acrylic Class: Intro to Portrait Painting or Fall Semester Class: Intermediate/Advanced Watercolour with Yulia Lisitsyna at Wallack's Art Supplies and Framing, both free. The Retro Silent Disco | The National Gallery of Canada | Ottawa offers a unique arts experience, and La grande rentrée TFO! at Maison de la francophonie d'Ottawa is a fantastic free family event.
Sports & Active Living
For the sports enthusiasts, the 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships are underway! Catch Day 3 Pass games at The Arena at TD Place on Friday, September 11 (paid), and enjoy the Day 4 Pass on Saturday, September 12, for free. You can also see a specific game: Men's IRI vs MAR at Carleton University Raven's Nest on Friday (paid). If cycling is more your speed, check out GFNY Ottawa on Friday. For a refreshing outdoor activity, consider the Summer Flower U-Pick on Saturday.
This is just a peek into the incredible events happening in Ottawa this week. For all the details, including dates, times, and locations for these and many more events, be sure to browse the full calendar at https://613cal.ca. Enjoy your week in the 613!