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Fall in Ottawa is packed with things to do. From night markets and cultural festivals to live concerts, hockey, theatre, and Halloween events, September and October bring plenty of reasons to get out and explore the city.
If you’re looking for things to do in Ottawa this fall, or planning an October weekend in the city, we are making it easier for you to move around by telling you exactly where to park near your destination with Indigo Neo.
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Free Things to do in Ottawa This Fall
Fall Festivals & Cultural Events in Ottawa
Ottawa Chinatown Mid-Autumn Night Market
September 25–27 | Ottawa Chinatown, Somerset Street West
Ottawa’s Chinatown comes alive for three days during the Mid-Autumn Night Market. Somerset Street West between Bronson Avenue and Bell Street transforms into a busy night market with street food, local vendors, live performances, and cultural programming inspired by Mid-Autumn traditions. Admission is free, making this an easy addition to a fall weekend downtown.
WHERE TO PARK:
770 Somerset Street West
4-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 89 parking spaces.
Ottawa 200 Block Party
September 26 | Marion Dewar Plaza, Ottawa City Hall
Ottawa is celebrating its 200th anniversary in a big way. The Ottawa 200 Block Party runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at City Hall with live music, cultural performances, interactive art, family activities, history, games, and local vendors. It is free and open to all ages.
WHERE TO PARK:
111 Cooper Street
5-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 34 parking spaces.
Nuit Blanche Ottawa
September 26–27 | ByWard Market and Downtown Ottawa
Looking for something to do in Ottawa after dark? Nuit Blanche returns with an all-night celebration of contemporary art running from 7 p.m. Saturday until 7 a.m. Sunday. Expect projections, light installations, interactive works, and live performances throughout the ByWard Market and Arts Court area. The event is free and open to all ages.
WHERE TO PARK:
93 George Street
3-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 65 parking spaces.
Dome-ocracy
October 3 | Canadensis Garden, 960 Carling Avenue
Dome-ocracy turns sound into something you can play with. This interactive installation uses colourful sound sculptures to encourage visitors of all ages to experiment, collaborate, and create music together in the outdoor setting of Canadensis Garden.
WHERE TO PARK:
1105 Carling Avenue
12-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 80 parking spaces.
613flea
October 3 | Lansdowne Park, 1015 Bank Street
If your perfect fall Saturday involves vintage finds, handmade goods and local makers, add 613flea to the list. The popular Ottawa market brings together roughly 150 vendors selling everything from antiques and vintage clothing to art, food, and one-of-a-kind finds at Lansdowne Park.
WHERE TO PARK:
TD Place: 1015 Bank Street
1-minute walk to venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 1100 parking spaces. EV charging is available on-site.
Dalhousie Day
October 3 | Plouffe Park, 130 Preston Street
Dalhousie Day is another Ottawa 200 celebration, this time focused on one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods. The free community event brings together local history, an Indigenous blessing, live music, storytelling, and family activities in Plouffe Park.
WHERE TO PARK:
770 Somerset Street West
8-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 89 parking spaces.
Right to Food Day Block Party
October 3 | Parkdale Park, 366 Parkdale Avenue
Food, culture, and community come together at the Right to Food Day Block Party. The event features cultural performances, cooking demonstrations, storytelling, and programming exploring Ottawa’s food history and the role food plays in bringing communities together.
WHERE TO PARK:
261 Parkdale Avenue
5-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 20 parking spaces.
Ottawa International Writers Festival
October 22–25 | Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street
Book lovers looking for cultural things to do in Ottawa this fall can make a weekend out of the Ottawa International Writers Festival. The fall edition brings authors, thinkers and readers together for conversations, readings and literary programming at Library and Archives Canada.
WHERE TO PARK:
270 Albert Street
10-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 46 parking spaces. Payment available only on-site.
Day of the Dead Festival
October 30–November 1 | ByWard Market
Ottawa’s Día de los Muertos Festival celebrates Mexican culture and the tradition of remembering loved ones through art, music, dance and community. The free, family-friendly festival fills the ByWard Market with live entertainment, folk dancing, artisan markets, exhibitions, cultural workshops, processions and traditional ofrendas.
WHERE TO PARK:
93 George Street
3-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 65 parking spaces.
Food, Markets & Seasonal Fall Events in Ottawa
Vegans Who Snack Food & Art Festival
September 25 & October 24 | Parkdale Public Market, 366 Parkdale Avenue
Come hungry. Vegans Who Snack brings plant-based food, local art, small businesses, and self-care vendors together at Parkdale Market. You do not have to be vegan to wander through, discover local makers, and try something different.
WHERE TO PARK:
261 Parkdale Avenue
5-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 20 parking spaces.
Elgin Street Market
October 11 | Boushey Square, 211-A Waverley Street
Slow down on Sunday morning and browse the Elgin Street Market in Centretown. Local vendors bring produce, baked goods, prepared foods, handmade products, and other market finds to Boushey Square from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE TO PARK:
260 MacLaren Street
5-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 50 parking spaces.
Beyond the Pale Oktoberfest
October 3 | Beyond the Pale Brewing Company, 250 City Centre Avenue
Beyond the Pale turns its City Centre location into an all-day Oktoberfest celebration starting at noon. The day includes live music, costumes, themed games and competitions, a photo booth, and activities for both adults and kids. It’s a family-friendly event that runs rain or shine, with plenty happening throughout the day.
WHERE TO PARK:
250 City Centre Avenue
1-minute walk to venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 350 parking spaces.
Sparktoberfest
October 3 | Spark Beer, 702 Somerset Street West
Sparktoberfest brings a full day of Oktoberfest-inspired fun to Chinatown. Running from noon until midnight, the event features DJs throughout the day, themed food specials, and a stein-holding competition, all with Spark’s laid-back neighbourhood atmosphere.
WHERE TO PARK:
770 Somerset Street West
3-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 89 parking spaces.
Concerts & Live Music in Ottawa This Fall
Ya Levis Live in Concert
October 2 | The Bronson, 211 Bronson Avenue
Congolese-French singer Ya Levis brings his blend of Afro-R&B and contemporary African pop to The Bronson on October 2. The Ottawa show begins at 7 p.m. and is listed as a 19+ event.
WHERE TO PARK:
Bronson Centre: 211 Bronson Avenue
1-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 51 parking spaces.
HOPE RockFest
October 3 | Lone Star Loft, 1211 Lemieux Street
HOPE RockFest returns as part of Capital Music Week with a showcase focused on independent music. The 2026 lineup includes A Rose For Ann, Futura Free, Last Stop, and Capital Music Awards nominee Amanda Keeley, with proceeds supporting H.O.P.E.’s community work. The event is listed as 19+.
WHERE TO PARK:
1199 Joseph Cyr Street
1-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 200 parking spaces.
Metric with Broken Social Scene & Stars
October 5 | The Arena at TD Place
Three major Canadian indie bands share one bill when Metric, Broken Social Scene and Stars bring the All the Feelings Tour to Ottawa. The concert starts at 7 p.m. at The Arena at TD Place.
WHERE TO PARK:
TD Place: 1015 Bank Street
1-minute walk to venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 1100 parking spaces. EV charging is available on-site.
Capital Music Awards
October 9 | Southam Hall, National Arts Centre
Celebrate Ottawa’s music scene at one of the biggest events of Capital Music Week. The Capital Music Awards recognize artists, producers, educators, venues, and other people shaping the National Capital Region’s music industry, with more than 60 nominees across 13 categories in 2026.
WHERE TO PARK:
88 Metcalfe Street
5-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 35 parking spaces.
MIKE.
October 22 | History Ottawa, 47 Rideau Street
Rapper and singer MIKE stops in downtown Ottawa on October 22 for an all-ages show at History Ottawa. Doors are scheduled for 7 p.m., with the performance starting at 8 p.m.
WHERE TO PARK:
700 Sussex Drive
2-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 76 parking spaces.
STAR WARS and Beyond – The Music of John Williams
October 22–24 | Southam Hall, National Arts Centre
Hear some of cinema’s most recognizable music performed live when the NAC Orchestra celebrates composer John Williams. Conductor Damon Gupton leads a program built around Williams’ film scores, including music from the Star Wars saga. Performances run October 22 through 24 at Southam Hall.
WHERE TO PARK:
88 Metcalfe Street
5-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 35 parking spaces.
Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
October 30 | Canadian Tire Centre
This one is for Disney fans. The Worlds Collide Concert Tour brings performers from the Descendants, ZOMBIES, and Camp Rock franchises together for a live arena show at Canadian Tire Centre beginning at 7 p.m.
WHERE TO PARK:
Canadian Tire Centre: 1000 Palladium Drive
1-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 7700 parking spaces.
Theatre, Comedy, Art & Creative Events in Ottawa
Cirque à la Carte: Circus of Shadows
October 2–3 | LabO Theatre, Arts Court
Start spooky season with circus. Circus of Shadows mixes aerial performance, unusual characters, Halloween atmosphere, and contemporary circus across three performances. The October 3 afternoon performance is all ages, while the evening performances are recommended for adults.
WHERE TO PARK:
3 Daly Avenue
1-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 250 parking spaces. Payment is available on-site.
Maestro: Competitive Improv Comedy
October 3 | Arts Court, 2 Daly Avenue
Ten improvisers start the night, but only one earns the title of Maestro. The audience helps decide who moves forward as performers compete through improvised scenes and games built from crowd suggestions.
WHERE TO PARK:
30 Daly Avenue
1-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 50 parking spaces. Payment is available on-site.
OFF//SHOOTS Theatre Festival
October 8–11 | Arts Court
Want to discover new Ottawa theatre? OFF//SHOOTS focuses on artists aged 30 and under, with staged productions, readings of new works, and collaborative performances showcasing emerging voices in the city’s theatre scene.
WHERE TO PARK:
3 Daly Avenue
1-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 250 parking spaces. Payment is available on-site.
ART+ Fall Showcase
October 17 | Arts Court Studio
The ART+ Fall Showcase brings music, visual art, poetry, and conversation together under one roof. The October 17 program runs from 4 to 6:30 p.m. and features multidisciplinary artists Alea de Castro, Vanessa Jeudi, JustJamaal ThePoet, and Samar El Faki.
WHERE TO PARK:
30 Daly Avenue
1-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 50 parking spaces. Payment is available on-site.
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
October 22 | The Arena at TD Place
British comedian Jimmy Carr brings his Laughs Funny tour to Ottawa for an evening of rapid-fire stand-up and crowd interaction. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. at The Arena at TD Place.
WHERE TO PARK:
TD Place: 1015 Bank Street
1-minute walk to venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 1100 parking spaces. EV charging is available on-site.
Bed By 10pm
October 24 | The Palace Ottawa, 400A Dalhousie Street
Like dancing but not the idea of staying out until 2 a.m.? Bed By 10pm is an early-evening throwback dance event running from 4 to 9 p.m., with music from the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s and plenty of nostalgic party energy.
WHERE TO PARK:
93 George Street
3-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 65 parking spaces.
Sports & Activities in Ottawa
Atlético Ottawa vs. Cavalry FC
September 30 | The Stadium at TD Place
Soccer fans can catch Atlético Ottawa at home against Cavalry FC on September 30. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at The Stadium at TD Place in Lansdowne.
WHERE TO PARK:
TD Place: 1015 Bank Street
1-minute walk to venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 1100 parking spaces. EV charging is available on-site.
Zumba on the Hill
October 4 | Parliament Hill
Get moving with one of the more unusual free-spirited fall activities in downtown Ottawa: an outdoor Zumba session on Parliament Hill. It is a fun way to combine a workout with one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks.
WHERE TO PARK:
700 Sussex Drive
5-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 76 parking spaces.
Ottawa Senators vs. Philadelphia Flyers
October 8 | Canadian Tire Centre
Hockey season is back. The Ottawa Senators host the Philadelphia Flyers on October 8 at 7 p.m. at Canadian Tire Centre in Kanata, giving hockey fans an early-season reason to get back into the arena.
WHERE TO PARK:
Canadian Tire Centre: 1000 Palladium Drive
1-minute walk to the venue
This underground lot is open 24/7 and has 7700 parking spaces.
Halloween Events & Spooky Things to Do in Ottawa
Spooky Symphony
October 18 | Southam Hall, National Arts Centre
Halloween meets the orchestra at Spooky Symphony. The NAC Orchestra performs a family-focused program of eerie and playful orchestral favourites, including music associated with The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and Ghostbusters. Costumes are encouraged, making this an especially fun October outing for families.
WHERE TO PARK:
88 Metcalfe Street
5-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 35 parking spaces.
Trick’n Treat Halloween Costume Party
October 30 | Collab Space, 70 Bongard Avenue
Costumes take centre stage at this Halloween party in Nepean, with music, dancing and costume-focused entertainment throughout the evening. The event runs from 7 to 11:30 p.m.
WHERE TO PARK:
130 Bentley Avenue
14-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 100 parking spaces.
Nature Nocturne: Black and White Ball
October 30 | Canadian Museum of Nature
The Canadian Museum of Nature transforms after hours for the Black and White Ball edition of Nature Nocturne, with themed activities, music, and access to the museum in an entirely different atmosphere. The October 30 event is 19+ and currently sold out, so this is mainly one to know about if you already have admission.
WHERE TO PARK:
200 Catherine Street
8-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and has 95 parking spaces.
Free Things to Do in Ottawa This Fall
- Ottawa 200 Block Party
- Nuit Blanche Ottawa
- Ottawa Chinatown Mid-Autumn Night Market
- Dalhousie Day
- Day of the Dead Festival
Make the Most of Fall in Ottawa
Between big anniversary celebrations, night markets, live music, hockey, theatre, local markets and Halloween events, there is no shortage of things to do in Ottawa this fall.
The easiest way to make the most of it? Pick the events you want to see, check where they are happening, and sort out your parking before you head downtown.
With Indigo Neo options across Ottawa, you can spend less time looking for a space and more time enjoying everything the city has going on this fall.
Plan ahead and find your parking with Indigo Neo before your next Ottawa fall outing.
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