Upcoming Events

We are looking for stories about “Good People” for (un)told on Sunday, November 24 more

Registration is now open for our FREE 7-week Children and Youth workshops that begin on Saturday, January 11 more

Tell and hear stories online with Storytelling Open Mic on Tuesday, December 3 more


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SIGNature series

The 2024-2025 season of the Signature Series is here! From traditional to personal, don’t miss a story more

OTTAWA CHILDREN’S STORYTELLING FESTIVAL

The Ottawa Children’s Storytelling Festival returns on November 2 for its 30th year. Don’t miss the heroes edition more

STORY CAFé

Join us for an evening of storytelling by local tellers at Story Café, the second Monday of the month at The Hollander, beginning at 7:00 pm. more

(UN)TOLD

Personal stories told online. A monthly, free event, where everyone has something interesting to say! more

Storytelling open mic

Twice a month, in-person and online. Storytelling Open Mic is open to all and free of charge. Perfect for beginner tellers or those looking to try out new material in a friendly setting. more


LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT | Ottawa StoryTellers’ events and performances take place on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg. We respectfully acknowledge that they are the original caretakers of this land and have been telling stories since time immemorial.

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