Special Events
This page lists the District 1 special events as described within the DDGM's Trestle Board. As well, these events are also part of the District Events Calendar, and will be updated as required throughout the Masonic year for your information. If you wish to have an event listed, please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further details.
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
1129 Concession Street, Russell, Ontario
Social at 5:00 p.m.
Dinner at 6:00 p.m.
Join Russell Lodge for its fall Pig Roast and an evening of fellowship and good food.
Ticket Price: $30 per person.
For reservations, contact V.W. Bro. John Barber at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. View event poster
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Social Hour: 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Meal: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Trivia Competition: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
After Hours Social beginning at 9:00 p.m.
Hazeldean Masonic Lodge No. 517 invites friends and family to a Trivia Night Fundraiser featuring a meal provided by Hazeldean Lodge, a trivia competition with randomized teams and multiple prizes, followed by an after-hours social.
All proceeds from the event will support Hazeldean Masonic Lodge No. 517 and HMTC, assisting with the upkeep and maintenance of the Lodge building.
Tickets: $15 per person.
Tickets are limited to 40 people.
For tickets and information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Open to friends and family. View event poster
Ionic Lodge No. 526
Wednesday, October 28th, 2026
Westboro Masonic Temple, 430 Churchill Ave. N, Ottawa
Social at 6:00 p.m.; banquet at 6:30 p.m.
Join Ionic Lodge for an exploration of the drama, symbology, and philosophy of the EA Degree. The evening includes a guest speaker at the Festive Board, followed by an exemplification of the Degree and a Lodge discussion.
Cost: $20. Reservation required by e-transfer to Ionic Lodge’s Secretary at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Monday, October 26th. Include your name and Lodge. View event poster
Saturday, October 31st, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Millers Farm and Market
6158 Rideau Valley Drive, Manotick, Ontario
The Tunis Shriner Hillbillies invite Hillbillies, Shriners, Masons, families and friends to a Halloween morning at Millers Farm and Market. Activities include a decorated tent area, wagon ride to and from the pumpkin patch, entrance to the corn maze, a carving-sized pumpkin to take home, a photo backdrop and a fire pit.
Price: $20 per person.
Payment may be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Additional food, drinks and farm activities may be available for an additional fee. View event poster
Hosted by St. Andrew's Lodge No. 560
Thursday, November 5th, 2026
St. Andrew's Lodge No. 560
1236 Bank Street, Ottawa
You are invited to a night of remembrance, fellowship and brotherhood in conjunction with St. Andrew's Lodge No. 560's campaign supporting the Canadian Veteran Service Dog Unit.
The campaign helps provide the training, care and placement of service dogs with Canadian veterans and first responders living with PTSD. The campaign is part of the Ottawa District 1 charitable project approved by DDGM R.W. Bro. John Guinn and formally approved by the Masonic Foundation of Ontario as Project No. 2633.
Donate online: Make a direct donation to the Service Dog Campaign
Donations may also be made by e-transfer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Donation to CVSDU” in the message or details. View event poster
Hosted by Oasis Temple No. 46, Daughters of the Nile
Saturday, November 14th, 2026
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Ottawa Masonic Center, 2140 Walkley Road
Join Oasis Temple No. 46, Daughters of the Nile, for a Fall Wine & Cheese Tasting with the theme Celebrating Happy Hour.
Wines will be presented by Graduate and Certified Sommelier and Tunis Past Potentate Dennis Saikaley.
Cost: $50 per person.
RSVP: Pr. Royal Martine Chu by November 5th.
Please pay in advance by e-transfer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. View event poster
Organized by Ottawa Districts 1 & 2
Sunday, November 15th, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Ottawa Masonic Temple, Lodge Room #1
2140 Walkley Road, Ottawa
All are welcome to attend. View event poster
Ottawa Districts 1 & 2
Friday, November 20th, 2026
Ottawa Masonic Centre, 2140 Walkley Road
Arrival at 6:00 p.m.
Tables open at 7:00 p.m.
Ottawa Districts 1 & 2 invite Freemasons, ladies and friends to an evening of Casino Royale entertainment. Gentlemen are requested to wear a tuxedo or dark suit, with formal attire for ladies.
Tickets: $65 per person, including $500 in chips and light appetizers. Additional chips may be purchased for $25. Chips have no cash value.
Tables close at 10:00 p.m. and prizes will be awarded at 10:30 p.m.
Buy tickets online: Purchase Charity Casino Royale tickets. For information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. View event poster
Sunday, June 20th, 2027
Masonic Plot, Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa
Regalia Worn
Ottawa and Quebec Grand Lodges
Coming August 2027
Details to follow.
