Upcoming events in Stittsville

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September 2026

September 17: All Candidates Debate
This event is currently at full capacity.
The SVA will be streaming the event on YouTube. Watch their web site and Facebook page for a link to be posted Thursday evening.
You are invited to attend the All Candidates Debate for Ward 6, Stittsville. This debate will take place at the Stittsville United Church, 6255 Fernbank Road. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the program beginning at 7:00 p.m. and ending 9:00 p.m. After the initial two reserved questions by the Stittsville Village Association, the floor will be opened to the public to pose their questions of candidates. This will be facilitated by selecting the questioners via random draw. For further information, please visit, Stittsville Village Association

September 18-27: Stittsville Neighbour Days
We’re launching a new Stittsville event to encourage residents to organize small get-togethers in their neighbourhood.  Get to know the people on your street with a potluck, a movie night, a park clean-up, or anything else that brings your street together. The goal: Encourage new connections between neighbours, and build community spirit in Stittsville. Because strong neighbourhoods – and strong connections – are incredibly important for our overall health and well-being. Talk to a few of your neighbours on the street, and pick a date and time for your event. It can be any day between September 18-27, 2026. More info…

September 18-20: Quilt Walk
Come experience an unforgettable outdoor gallery of colour, creativity, and community! Follow a gentle 1 km woodland path lined with over 200 modern quilts, displayed under the dappled light of the forest. This unique, free event. held at 2477 Huntley Road, is hosted by Mad About Patchwork and welcomes everyone—from seasoned quilters to curious wanderers. This is more than a walk, it’s a celebration of nature which is a fully accessible stonedust path (perfect for wheelchairs, walkers and strollers! This event is free to attend, however, donations are most welcome in support of Quilts for Survivors, Quilts of Valour, and Victoria’s Quilts. For further information, please visit, Outdoor Quilt Walk

September 19: Applefest
APPLEFEST 2026 will be held at the Village Square Park from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Spaces are 10 X 10 feet deep, and larger spaces can be reserved. There will be 30 exclusive vendors, with prize draws, live music, the “Big Apple” mascot and Apple Pies, and everything apple!  Vendors can apply now at stittsvillemarkets@gmail.com or here

September 20: Baroque Concert at Trinity Presbyterian Church
Enjoy an afternoon of beautiful Baroque music on Saturday, September 20, at Trinity Presbyterian Church on Richardson Side Road. The concert will feature a selection of works from the Baroque era in a welcoming community setting. For more information, please see the event poster.

September 25: Crossway Park Playground Opening Party
Join Councillor Glen Gower for the grand opening of the new playground at Crossway Park! Bring your family and enjoy an evening of fun, including games, activities, balloon twisting, and the opportunity for children to explore the new play structure. The event takes place on Friday, September 25, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Crossway Park (649 Allied Mews). We look forward to celebrating this exciting new addition to the neighbourhood with you!

September 26: Commemorative naming ceremony at Marion Gullock Park
Join Councillor Glen and members of the community for a special commemorative naming ceremony in honour of Marion Gullock. A longtime Stittsville resident, Marion’s decades of volunteer service, community leadership, and dedication to local organizations helped shape the vibrant community we know today. 11:00am at Marion Gullock Park (formerly Ralph Street Park), 12 Ralphpark Street. More info…

September 26: Fall Yard Sale & Café
St. Thomas Anglican Church is hosting its annual Fall Yard Sale & Café from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 1619 Stittsville Main Street. Browse a variety of items including home décor, books, toys, electronics, art, plants and gardening supplies, linens, and baked goods. Enjoy a visit to the café while supporting this community event.

September 28: WOCRC 40th Anniversary Open House
The Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC) is celebrating 40 years of serving the community and invites residents to join them for a special Anniversary Open House. This family-friendly event will feature a free BBQ, live entertainment, information about community resources and services, activities for children and families, face painting, and door prizes. Whether you’re already familiar with WOCRC or would like to learn more about the many programs and services they offer, everyone is welcome. Please register here: https://bit.ly/4azALPe. For more information about WOCRC, visit https://wocrc.ca/.

September 28: Rotary Club International Film Series; Meadowlarks
Based on her 2017 documentary Birth of a Family, acclaimed filmmaker Tasha Hubbard has turned to drama for the first time. With Meadowlarks, she takes the story of four siblings, separated as babies, who are reuniting 50 years later during a week spent in Banff. Kicking off with awkward small talk, gifts, and forced bonding events, the one brother and three sisters do their best to get to know one another after decades apart. For further information and to purchase tickets please contact Sandra Burt for the 4:00 p.m showing and Charles Mossman for the 7:00 p.m. showing. Films will be screened at Landmark Cinemas in Kanata.

September 30: Truth & Reconciliation Event
Join the Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville and the Legacy of Hope Foundation for a Truth & Reconciliation Event at the W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park, 1751 Stittsville Main Street. This event will feature an Indigenous-led ceremony with activities including introductions, a craft table, a reflective walk along the park trail, and the laying of painted rocks in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Parking is available on nearby side streets and at the Stittsville United Church, or use public transit on OCTranspo Route 61 which will take you there!

Ongoing Events

*Note: During the holidays, schedules for weekly events are subject to change. Check with the event organizers for more information.

Every Saturday: Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun (depending on the weather & trail conditions)
The Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun starts on the Trans Canada Trail by the dog park pathway entrance near Shea and Granite Ridge, and will run along Robert Grant to Bobolink and back. There are no road crossings on the route. This is a 5km run suitable for all ability levels. The event runs every Saturday at 9:00 a.m. For further information, please visit parkrun Canada.

Every Sunday: Market @ The Barn
We’re back for the 2026 season! Fresh coffee, homemade pizza, fresh sourdough bread, baked treats, artisan goods, pastured meats, bath & body products… all brought to you by incredible local vendors who pour their heart into what they do. Add in live music and fresh and air you’ve got your new favourite weekend routine for the season. We can’t wait to welcome you back. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 6154 Abbott Street East. Rain or shine. Pet friendly. More info.

Every Wednesday: OPL English Conversation Group
The Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library’s English Conversation Group will continues on Wednesdays this fall Join this free English Conversation Group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program. The groups meet from 5:15 P.M. to 6:15 p.m. at the Ottawa Public Library, Stittsville Branch, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. For more information and to register, please visit, English Conversation Group

Every Wednesday: Euchre @ Stittsville United Church
The Wednesday afternoon euchre sponsored by the UCW of Stittsville United Church is taking a summer break. Euchre will resume on September 9 at 1:00 p.m. $5.00 for a time of fun, fellowship, euchre, and, of course, refreshments. Everyone welcome. For further information, please contact blamb05@sympatico.ca

Every Monday: Bid Euchre Club
Stittsville Friendship Club has launched a new Bid Euchre Club on Monday afternoons, from 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m at Stittsville Legions in the lounge (Downstairs). No experience is required to join. A nominal weekly fee applies. For more information, contact Nancy Frawley at frawleynan@gmail.com or 613-608-4103.

Home Bosses Youth Centre (HBYC) Youth Programming
The Home Bosses Youth Centre (HBYC) offers ongoing youth programming at Frederick Banting Alternate School (1453 Main Street, Stittsville, 2nd floor, rear entrance) every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Programs include Taco Tuesdays, basketball, Lego Club, Dungeons & Dragons, sewing workshops, free pizza nights, and volunteer opportunities for youth aged 16 and older. For more information or volunteer inquiries, please contact kiwanisyouth@gmail.com.

Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: St. Thomas Clothing Drop-Off
St. Thomas Anglican Church, located at 1619 Stittsville Main, accepts gently used clothing, footwear, bedding and towels every Monday through Thursday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. Please do not leave clothing after these hours. They will accept clothing with no holes, rips, or pet hair and take all sizes, shoes, boots and outerwear. If you would like to volunteer with set-up, sorting or takedown, please call 613-836-5741. Please note, Food bank members get first day, and then it is open to the public. All proceeds go to the Stittsville Food Bank.

Every Last Tuesday of the Month: Kanata Parent Support Group
Facilitated by PLEO, this free confidential, peer-facilitated get together provides support to parents and caregivers  with youth aged 6 to 19 who are facing mental health or addiction challenges. The group meets at the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre, 2 MacNeil Court from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Learn from other’s experiences and share information and resources. For further information, please visit, PLEO

October 2026

October 4: Brown Bear Day Care 20th Anniversary Backyard Bash
Brown Bear Day Care is excited to announce their 20th Anniversary! To help celebrate, they are inviting all current and past Brown Bear families to their Backyard BBQ where there will be carnival/party style refreshments, games and bouncy structures.  (Rumour has it that a princess and superhero or two may even stop by…shhhhh!). The event runs from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Brown Bear Day Care, 1079 Carp Road. For further information, please contact, brownbear_daycare@bellnet.ca

October 4: FoodWise Preserving: Easy Freezing & Scrap Regrowth
In this workshop, we’ll show some accessible techniques for when you have too much food or want to grow your own food. Learn about high-access ways to preserve food, such as freezing and drying, without the need for high-cost equipment. Watch our demonstration on how to regrow vegetables from scraps and the best method for freezing in bulk for long-term storage. The FoodWise workshop series from Foodsharing Ottawa is designed to shift the narrative from a chore-based “don’t waste” approach to a positive, discovery-based experience for food safety and creative food management. Registration required. 

October 4: Wood Carving
Join us from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a relaxing afternoon of traditional craftsmanship in one of Stittsville’s historic buildings. The cost is $110 per participant and includes all materials, tools, and light refreshments. This workshop is designed for participants ages 16 and up. This is a hands-on afternoon of heritage craft as you learn the traditional skills of spoon carving and create your own functional wooden spoon to take home. This beginner-friendly workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of green woodworking, including understanding wood and reading the grain, selecting and using traditional carving tools, hollowing the bowl, shaping the handle, and finishing your spoon. Guided step by step by an experienced instructor, you will have the opportunity to work with local hardwoods while learning a craft that has been practiced for generations. No previous woodworking or carving experience is required. All tools and materials are supplied, and participants will have a selection of local hardwoods to choose from for their spoon. It all happens at the Goulbourn Museum, 2064 Huntley Road. Registration: https://square.link/u/J7KP1urY

October 15: Stittsville Village Association AGM
The Stittsville Village Association is hosting their Annual General Meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Hazeldean Gardens, 6130 Hazeldean Road. To help celebrate 25 years of community building and volunteer commitment, we’re inviting all past SVA members for light refreshments. The SVA are hoping to sign up members and directors (voting members) who can fill some of the roles of current volunteers. SVA Board meetings are held the first Thursday of the month. For further information, please visit, Stittsville Village Association. or contact stittsvillevillage@gmail.com with any questions you may have.

October 16″ Trivia Night for a Cause
Join us for a trivia fundraiser at the Amberwood Lounge Eatery, 54 Springbrook Drive, to help raise money for one of our residents with Stage 4 Cancer. A sweet young couple-Austin and Coco were eagerly preparing to welcome their first child when their world was suddenly turned upside down. Near the end of her pregnancy, Coco received the devastating diagnosis of an aggressive form of breast cancer.. Coco and Austin had to learn how to care for a newborn while navigating cancer treatments, exhausting side effects, endless appointments, and emotional weight no family should ever have to carry. The Fundraiser Dinner starts at 6:00 p.m. with trivia starting at 7:30 p.m. sharp. There will be a 50/50 draw, as well as lots of great raffle prizes, all for a good cause! For further information, and to register, please visit, here

October 17: 9runrun
Support Ottawa’s first responders at the 9runrun Ottawa on Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Stittsville. Choose from a half marathon (21K), 10K, 5K, or Family 2K walk/run, with proceeds supporting the Ottawa First Responders Foundation. Registration includes a custom medal, personalized bib, professional timing, race photos, and post-race snacks. Rally your friends, family, and colleagues for a fun, community-focused event that honours Ottawa’s fire, paramedic, and police personnel. Registration required for all participants, including the Family 2K. More info…

October 17: Kanata Senior’s Council Health Fair
You are invited to attend the Kanata Senior’s Council Health Fair which will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Kanata Seniors Centre, 2500 Campeau Drive in Kanata. This marks their third annual event, organized in partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO) and supported funding form the Government of Ontario. This is an opportunity to share with seniors in our community, valuable information about health issues that impact the lives of seniors. The days’ schedule oincludes clinics and seminars as well as a opportunity for local venders to display and introduce seniors to various services available. For further information, please email, dubiekay6@gmail.com

October 17: Community Workshop on Poverty Reduction and Bill S-206
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 
at Bells Corners United Church, 
$20 registration fee (lunch included). Learn about poverty reduction initiatives and Bill S-206, Senator Kim Pate’s proposal for a national Basic Income Guarantee framework. The workshop features a keynote presentation by Dr. Evelyn Forget, a leading researcher on Basic Income pilot projects, along with discussion and partnership-building opportunities for community members and organizations. Registration and more info…

October 21: 100th Regiment Music and Military Presentation
Step into the history of the 100th Regiment of Foot in this fascinating evening presentation, presented in partnership with the 100th Regiment of Foot Historical Society. Explore two important aspects of the regiment’s history: the music that accompanied soldiers and the everyday life of the infantry. Discover the history and role of the fife, drums, and bugle, and learn how music was used by soldiers during training and military life. Then, explore the equipment and traditions of the infantry, including the weapons they used, their uniforms, and how soldiers trained for military service.  This event runs from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Goulbourn Museum, 2064 Huntley Road, This event is recommended for ages 12 and up. Tickets are $15.00 each and registration is required to attend; Registration: https://square.link/u/N1bvSpXW 

October 26: Rotary Club International Film Series: Reading Lolita in Tehran
A literature professor in post-revolutionary Iran secretly gathers seven dedicated female students to read and discuss forbidden Western classics like Lolita and The Great Gatsby, finding freedom and resilience through storytelling. For further information and to purchase tickets please contact Sandra Burt for the 4:00 p.m showing and Charles Mossman for the 7:00 p.m. showing. Films will be screened at Landmark Cinemas in Kanata.

November 2026

November 21: Holy Spirit Annual Bazaar
The Holy Spirit Catholic Women’s League will be hosting their Annual Bazaar, at the Holy Spirit Parish, 1489 Shea Road in Stittsville.  Expect to see Homemade crafts, a White Elephant Table, religious articles and more! Stop by the tea room for lunch between 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Raffle tickets for the gift baskets will be sold in the Church atrium, on November 7, 8 and November 45, 15.  Admission is free but donations to the Food Bank would be greatly appreciated!  For further information, please contact, louisebeggs@icloud.com

December 2026

Date to be announced

Stittsville Pathfinder Girl Guides and Venture Scouts – Poole Creek Invasive Species Clean Up and Health Monitoring
This spring, youth and leaders from the Stittsville Pathfinder Girl Guides and Venture Scouts will unite for a hands‑on environmental stewardship day at the Poole Creek Wetland, working together to protect one of the community’s most treasured natural spaces. Guided by expert naturalists from the Ottawa Stewardship Council and the Friends of the Stittsville Wetlands, participants will learn to identify and remove invasive plant species while gaining practical insight into wetland ecology and conservation. Youth will also collect biodiversity data using the iNaturalist platform, contributing meaningful citizen‑science information to help monitor the health of the ecosystem. This immersive experience not only improves habitat quality and supports long‑term ecological resilience but also cultivates environmental leadership, scientific literacy, and a deeper sense of civic responsibility among the next generation of Stittsville community stewards.

POSTPONED: Cricket Festival at Bradley Craig Park
The Stittsville Cricket Club is excited to invite the community to a vibrant Cricket Festival at Bradley Craig Park from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., bringing neighbours together for a fun, welcoming day celebrating the sport of cricket. This family‑friendly event aims to strengthen community connections while introducing residents of all ages to one of the world’s most popular sports through demonstrations, hands‑on activities, and opportunities to learn and play. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, the festival promises an enjoyable way to get active, meet new people, and experience something new. Join neighbours at Bradley Craig Park, 331 Cranesbill Road, for a day of cricket, community spirit, and healthy outdoor fun! New date to be announced for August or September.

November 30: Rotary Club International Film Series: The Art of Adventure
The Art of Adventure is a documentary directed by Alison Reid that chronicles the extraordinary 1957 global expedition of world-renowned wildlife artist Robert Bateman and prominent biologist Bristol Foster. Equipped with an artist’s brush and a 16mm Bolex camera, the two young men drove a rugged Land Rover nicknamed “The Grizzly Torque” roughly 30,000 kilometers across 19 countries, spanning Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia. The film uses the original archival footage and Bateman’s vivid on-the-road sketches to offer a rare, immersive look at a vibrant, unscarred planet during a simpler yet daunting era of international travel. For further information and to purchase tickets please contact Sandra Burt for the 4:00 p.m showing and Charles Mossman for the 7:00 p.m. showing. Films will be screened at Landmark Cinemas in Kanata.