Welcome to Radical Events Ottawa! Learn more about the list here. See the full calendar here.
Please Note: Events listed on this calendar are not organized by the Punch Up Collective unless otherwise noted in the event details.
Pique spring edition returns this March with its second multi-day edition of the signature music and arts festival, taking over the Arts Court in downtown Ottawa. Featuring groundbreaking performances, striking art installations, and thought-provoking presentations, Pique is a convergence of creativity and innovation that welcomes international artists and communities. Taking place on International Women’s Day, […]
Join us at Femme Fest, a vibrant celebration of empowerment, creativity, and community in honour of International Women’s Day! This one-of-a-kind event brings together local artisans, entrepreneurs, and changemakers committed to advancing gender equality and supporting women-led initiatives. What to Expect Shop Local: Discover unique products crafted by women-led businesses, including handmade jewellery, art, sustainable […]
What does it mean to resist apartheid and genocide from within Israel? What does it mean to survive it in Gaza? Join us for a powerful discussion with Israeli anti-Zionist conscientious objectors Einat Gerlitz and Tal Mitnick, alongside Amani Abu Ramadan, a Palestinian artist, filmmaker, and storyteller from Gaza. Together, they will share their experiences […]
The history of Indigenous resistance is one of memory, justice, and the ongoing struggle for the recognition of rights. How do Indigenous peoples continue to fight for the preservation of their lands, cultures, and identities in a world still shaped by the lasting impacts of colonialism? These crucial questions will take center stage at the […]
You've seen it on TikTok, Instagram, SNL, and the Guardian - bike buses are the hot new transportation thing! At its core, it's about the simple act of biking to school, but it's become a global movement that's about a lot more than that. Sam Balto, founder of Bike Bus World, will join us to […]
We are experiencing a time of repression in our expression. The anti-trans and anti-queer actions in the USA are devastating. We are seeing the ripple effects here in Canada and elsewhere. Our stories deserve to be told. Our stories deserve to be preserved. We will be joined by Jeffrey Canton, an award-winning performer and instructor […]
DAY 3 of Israeli Apartheid Week! Join Independent Jewish Voices Carleton and Students for Justice in Palestine for a teach-in discussing the history of early zionism from the late 1800s to the present day. Discover the truth about some common myths surrounding zionist ideology. Register here Dunton Tower, Room 2017 See you there!
Our fundraiser last fall for the @bankblocktenants was a huge hit - so we are doing it again! Come out and join us on March 12, 8pm @rainbowbistro to hear music by @prettygood.band @rubydoomband and @sventheband . Funds raised will go towards supporting BBT's legal defense in fighting Smart Living Properties (Dwell) at their LTB […]
Join us to enjoy a sneak preview of the film Later is Too Late, a documentary of actions taken by seniors across the country in October of last year. Come and enjoy a home-made lunch at Beaverbrook Community Centre, 1002 Beaverbrook Road, Kanata, and meet others who care about the climate chaos Please email <ottawa@seniorsforclimateactionnow.org> […]
A panel on settler colonialism in Palestine & Turtle Island, exploring land dispossession, resistance, and decolonization. Dunton Tower, Room 2017
Student's for Justice in Palestine invites you to join us for our Verses Vs. Apartheid poetry night! This event will include a series of performances as well as an Iftar dinner. If you plan on performing a piece/poem, please indicate this in the form below. We hope to see you all there for a night […]
Unceded and unsurrendered Algonquin Anishinaabe Territory (Ottawa, ON) On March 15, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, community members, advocates, victims, and families impacted by police violence will come together at the University of Ottawa for a National Gathering in Honour of the International Day Against Police Brutality. This event aims to amplify the […]
