Festivales y eventos

Join us at the Rideau Branch for a festive movie night! We will be showing the classic 1951 film Scrooge, one of the most famous adaptations of Charles Dickens' A It is a free Ottawa Public Library program at Rideau Branch, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. About the Program Join us in a welcoming, judgment-free space for another special evening of poetry and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or sharing your work for the very first time, this is your chance to present original writing in a supportive atmosphere. It is a free Waterloo Public Library program at Waterloo Main Library, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

Join us every third Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM starting January 20, 2026, for an evening of live music showcasing diverse talent across ages and genres. Each month brings a fresh lineup. It is a free Aurora Public Library program at Aurora Public Library, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Test your knowledge of classic and modern holiday films, from heartwarming favourites to laugh-out-loud comedies. Play solo or with a team, enjoy friendly competition, and celebrate the season with fellow movie lovers. It is a free Oshawa Public Libraries program at John Aker Northview Branch, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Richmond Public Library's Film Club invites you to join us for a screening of the new critically acclaimed biopic Michael! It is a free Richmond Public Library program at Brighouse Library, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:15 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Rated PG | 1993 | 1h 15min Join us for a craft-friendly movie night, where we leave the lights on so you can see your work in progress. Grab your knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, sketchbook, spinning, or any lap-based project, and enjoy a movie with like-minded makers! It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Halifax Central Library, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Join us at the library for a wide variety of films! We Will Be Showing: Krampus When his dysfunctional family clashes over the holidays, young Max is disillusioned and turns his back on Christmas. It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Clareview Library, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. We know it is tough to make friends in Vancouver so we're here to help. Bring your favourite book, e-book, graphic novel, DVD, podcast, blog or zine to discuss at this fun, casual, in-person event at Central Library. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Vancouver Central Library, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Join us for a screening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas on the big screen! This film is rated PG. It is a free Toronto Public Library program at Fairview Library, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 5:15 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need a free ticket first. A free music event for everyone at Maison de la culture Ahuntsic (Ahuntsic-Cartierville), Montreal, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. The full description (in French) is on the City of Montréal page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. A free film screening for adults at Bibliothèque de Rosemont (Rosemont La Petite-Patrie), Montreal, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The full description (in French) is on the City of Montréal page.

Free outdoor holiday concert on a stage built into the lit up CPKC Holiday Train. Where: CPKC train station, Railway Avenue, Banff. Sam Roberts Band and Owen Riegling perform on the Alberta and British Columbia stops. Bring non perishable food or a money donation for the local food bank if you can. Arrive early: the show lasts about 30 minutes. Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 7:15 PM to 7:45 PM (Mountain time).