Check out this list of events and activities taking place in and around Ottawa this January 2025. Click on the event title for more information.
Snow Show Thursdays at the ByWard Winter Market | January 2
The plaza in front of 55 ByWard Market Sq. Winter Market Village & by the synthetic ice rink | Ottawa
Get ready to be amazed at Snow Show Thursdays! Visit the ByWard Winter Market for breathtaking performances by acrobats, stilt walkers, and jugglers that will leave you in awe.
Bring your friends, grab a warm drink, and let the winter wonderland cast its spell on you!
New Year’s Run | January 4
Lansdowne | Ottawa
Start the New Year off on the right foot by establishing or maintaining an active lifestyle. The start line and fast & flat race begin at Lansdowne Park and continues along the path beside Queen Elizabeth Drive towards the Dows Lake Pavillion and then back to Lansdowne Park for the 5k; 10k runners do this same route twice in a double loop style race.
SoulRhythms | January 7, 14, 21 , 28
National Arts Centre | 1 Elgin Street | Ottawa
Let your soul shine as we travel throughout Africa and the Caribbean on an exciting journey through movement and dance.
From traditional to modern Afro-Caribbean folklore-based movement, the Cultural Arts Studio will lead you through an energizing 45-minute group class designed for all levels.
These weekly soul-inspiring and energizing sessions will connect your mind, body, spirit (and hips) to the infectious celebratory rhythms of Africa and the Caribbean.
Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan | January 11
Canadian Tire Centre | 1000 Palladium Drive | Ottawa
Comedians Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan will be working together once again on a 10-arena tour in 2025 following the success of their first tour in 2023.
Yoga Under the Stars | January 15, 29
Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory | 2710 March Road | Ottawa
Unwind at Yoga Under the Stars at the Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory. Enjoy a 60-minute yoga session led by Navjit Kaur in a tranquil tropical water garden oasis. Relax, restore, and revitalize in a glass-enclosed retreat featuring cascading waterfalls.
Savour a light vegan snack, expertly crafted by the executive chef.
Qaumma | January 15 – 17
National Arts Centre | 1 Elgin Street | Ottawa
Dance in the enduring bright colours of family amidst social fragmentation as they keep the fire burning for generations. Qaumma, the Inuktitut word for light, is a sculptural theatre production that recounts the inspiring journey of Inuit women who, despite the disruption of colonization, carve out their own legacies through language, strength, and culture.
Trend Arlington Winter Carnival | January 18
Trend Arlington Community Association | 50 Bellman Drive | Ottawa
Join the fun at the Trend Arlington Winter Carnival! Experience a day of horse-drawn sleigh rides, a rainbow gem scavenger hunt, and marshmallow roasting over a cozy bonfire. Warm up with hot chocolate and delicious food or grab a snack and cold drink to fuel your winter adventures.
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring | January 18
Arena at TD Place | 1015 Bank Street | Ottawa
Experience Howard Shore’s Academy Award®-winning score performed live to the epic motion picture in HD. The 250 musicians on stage from the FILMharmonique Orchestra and Choir will transport you to the heart of Middle-earth in the quest of the Fellowship of the Ring.
Capital Sessions | January 19
National Arts Centre | 1 Elgin Street | Ottawa
Capital Sessions and the NAC are bringing you a series of free community house dance workshops.
It’s family and beginner-friendly. The DJ plays deep soulful house music from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and the dancer leads two 30-minute workshops at 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. You can just dance, learn or listen and vibe out, it’s a beautiful space with amazing music.
Mountains on Stage | January 23
Mayfair Theatre | 1074 Bank Street | Ottawa
Mountains on Stage is a film festival that aims to bring the mountains into cities with a selection of the world’s best films related to mountain sports such as skiing, mountaineering, climbing and paragliding.
SUM 41: Tour of the Setting Sum | January 24
Canadian Tire Centre | 1000 Palladium Drive | Ottawa
Grammy-nominated band Sum 41 has announced the official Canadian leg of their last ever headlining world tour, ‘Tour Of The Setting Sum,’ to celebrate the upcoming release of their final album Heaven :x: Hell.
2nd Annual Winter Market at Robert Plante Greenhouses! | January 25 – 26
Robert Plante Greenhouses | 4228 Navan Rd | Navan
Escape the winter chill and join us for our 2nd Annual Winter Market, a unique and vibrant shopping experience set inside our lush, tropical greenhouses!
Capital Wedding Show | January 25 – 26
Ottawa Conference and Event Centre | 200 Coventry Road | Ottawa
Your dream wedding starts at the Capital Wedding Show! This premier event gathers the finest wedding professionals from Ottawa and Gatineau under one roof for an unforgettable planning experience.
Meet face-to-face with experts, share your vision and let them bring your dreams to life. With a fashion show, grand prizes, featured displays, entertainment, samples, tastings, contests and demonstrations, everything you need is here.
Ottawa ComicCon | January 25 – 26
EY Centre | 4899 Uplands Drive | Ottawa
A celebration of pop culture and entertainment featuring celebrities, personalities, fans and exhibitors from the worlds of comic books, sci-fi, fantasy, movies, TV, toys, anime, gaming and more. Panels, photo ops, collectables, masquerade and shopping!
Ottawa Home and Remodelling Show | January 23 – 26
EY Centre | 4899 Uplands Drive | Ottawa
Shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals.
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour | January 26 – 28
ByTowne Cinema | 325 Rideau Street | Ottawa
The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour presents a curated lineup of the best mountain and adventure films. Find inspiration in mountain experiences, ideas and visions!
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