Sep
23
Wed · 7:00pm
NHL Preseason: Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$18
Cheap Sports Tickets in Ottawa — Deals Under $50 (2026)
35 cheap Ottawa sports tickets — games from $17, sorted lowest price first.
Cheap Sports Tickets in Ottawa — Deals Under $50 (2026)
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Canisius Golden Griffins
Cheel Arena · Potsdam
Fri · Oct 16 · 7:00 PMNHL Preseason: Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Canadian Tire Centre · Ottawa
Verified seller · HelloTicketsWed · Sep 23 · 7:00 PMClarkson Golden Knights vs. Canisius Golden Griffins
Cheel Arena · Potsdam
Sat · Oct 17 · 4:00 PMClarkson Golden Knights vs. Niagara Purple Eagles
Cheel Arena · Potsdam
Fri · Oct 30 · 7:00 PMClarkson Golden Knights vs. Vermont Catamounts
Cheel Arena · Potsdam
Sun · Oct 25 · 4:00 PMClarkson Golden Knights vs. Union College
Cheel Arena · Potsdam
Fri · Nov 6 · 7:00 PMClarkson Golden Knights vs. Niagara Purple Eagles
Cheel Arena · Potsdam
Sat · Oct 31 · 4:00 PMOttawa Senators vs. St. Louis Blues
Canadian Tire Centre · Ottawa
Verified seller · HelloTicketsTue · Oct 13 · 7:30 PMNHL Preseason: Ottawa Senators vs. Montreal Canadiens
Canadian Tire Centre · Ottawa
Verified seller · HelloTicketsSat · Sep 26 · 7:00 PMOttawa Senators vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Canadian Tire Centre · Ottawa
Verified seller · HelloTicketsThu · Nov 19 · 7:00 PMSorted by lowest price · 35 events
Cheap sports tickets in Ottawa — sorted lowest price first
Oct
16
Fri · 7:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Canisius Golden Griffins
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$17
Oct
17
Sat · 4:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Canisius Golden Griffins
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$23
Oct
30
Fri · 7:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Niagara Purple Eagles
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$23
Oct
25
Sun · 4:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Vermont Catamounts
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$26
Nov
6
Fri · 7:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Union College
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$26
Oct
31
Sat · 4:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Niagara Purple Eagles
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$28
Oct
13
Tue · 7:30pm
Ottawa Senators vs. St. Louis Blues
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$30
Sep
26
Sat · 7:00pm
NHL Preseason: Ottawa Senators vs. Montreal Canadiens
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$35
Nov
19
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$35
Dec
14
Mon · 2:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Buffalo Sabres
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$35
Oct
15
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. New York Islanders
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$37
Nov
23
Mon · 7:30pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Calgary Flames
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$37
Dec
3
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. New Jersey Devils
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$37
Dec
8
Tue · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Anaheim Ducks
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$37
Jan
25
2027
Mon · 7:30pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$37
Feb
9
2027
Tue · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$37
Oct
10
Sat · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Nashville Predators
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Nov
7
Sat · 7:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. RPI Engineers
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$39
Nov
7
Sat · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Utah Mammoth
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Nov
10
Tue · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Washington Capitals
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Jan
8
2027
Fri · 7:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Brown Bears
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$39
Jan
23
2027
Sat · 3:30pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Jan
28
2027
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Boston Bruins
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Feb
25
2027
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Detroit Red Wings
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Mar
4
2027
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Boston Bruins
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Mar
7
2027
Sun · 3:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Buffalo Sabres
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Mar
11
2027
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Minnesota Wild
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$39
Jan
14
2027
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Winnipeg Jets
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$44
Dec
10
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Vegas Golden Knights
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$46
Oct
24
Sat · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. New York Rangers
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$49
Nov
12
Thu · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Colorado Avalanche
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$49
Nov
21
Sat · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Los Angeles Kings
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$49
Dec
5
Sat · 7:00pm
Ottawa Senators vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Ottawa, ON · Canadian Tire Centre
FromC$49
Feb
5
2027
Fri · 7:00pm
Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Colgate Raiders
Potsdam, NY · Cheel Arena
From$50
Ottawa runs 2 pro teams across NHL and CFL — the Senators (NHL) and the Redblacks (CFL). With about 41 home dates a year, the Senators at Canadian Tire Centre tend to hold the city's softest weeknight inventory — that's where seats under $50 surface most often. This page filters live listings down to tickets under $50 and sorts them cheapest-first, so the best value sits at the top. In Canada, mid-week regional games and CFL/NHL upper-bowl seats are usually the easiest sub-face-value picks, and team presales through TD, Rogers, and season-ticket-holder resale routinely beat the public on-sale.
How to find cheap sports tickets in Ottawa
Hockey seats swing hard by opponent — the Senators at Canadian Tire Centre price midweek non-rivalry games far below weekend and Original-Six matchups, so a flexible date is the surest path under $50.
Canadian football offers strong value — the Redblacks at TD Place Stadium price general-admission and end-zone seats low outside the rivalry and playoff dates.
Ottawa sports market at a glance
Ottawa carries 2 pro teams across NHL and CFL, putting about 50 home dates on the annual calendar. The overlap between seasons — especially when NHL and CFL run concurrently — splits local demand and can push prices down on the less-hyped matchups.
Canadian Tire Centre holds 18,652, keeping supply tight for Senators home games. Smaller buildings amplify demand on marquee nights, so timing and flexibility matter more when hunting for affordable seats.
When to buy: Ottawa sports calendar
The NHL season runs October through April, while CFL picks up from June through November. Ottawa buyers benefit from the overlap window when both teams play at home — that's when secondary-market competition is fiercest among sellers and price drops are most common.
Game-day guide: Ottawa venues
Canadian Tire Centre — Senators (NHL)
Canadian Tire Centre (18,652 seats) is a large indoor arena in Kanata that hosts Senators (NHL) home games. Upper-level center seats are the value play for sightlines, with lower-bowl corners and baselines offering closer views at mid-range prices. Courtside, rinkside, and club sections sit at the top of the price scale. Extensive on-site surface lots ring the arena off the Queensway (Highway 417) and Palladium Drive, with paid event parking on game nights. OC Transpo runs game-day express bus service to the arena from park-and-ride lots; limited regular transit otherwise in suburban Kanata.
TD Place Stadium — Redblacks (CFL)
TD Place Stadium (24,000 seats) is a large indoor arena in The Glebe (Lansdowne Park) that hosts Redblacks (CFL) home games. Upper-level center seats are the value play for sightlines, with lower-bowl corners and baselines offering closer views at mid-range prices. Courtside, rinkside, and club sections sit at the top of the price scale. Lansdowne Park's underground garage plus Glebe neighbourhood permit lots serve the venue, with pre-booking and shuttle/park-and-ride encouraged on event days. OC Transpo runs frequent and game-day express bus service to Lansdowne along the Bank Street corridor.
Ottawa team ticket pages
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Frequently asked questions
What are the cheapest Ottawa sports tickets this month?
Right now, the cheapest listed sports ticket in Ottawa on this page is "Clarkson Golden Knights vs. Canisius Golden Griffins", starting from around $17 on October 16, 2026. The list is filtered from live ticketing data and sorted lowest price first, so the top result is always the current cheapest pick available here.
What is the cheapest sport to watch live in Ottawa?
NHL games are typically the cheapest live-sports option in Ottawa. The Senators play about 41 home games per season at Canadian Tire Centre, which creates deep inventory and softer weeknight pricing. Upper-level and general-admission seats on non-marquee nights are usually the lowest-cost entry point.
Where are the cheapest seats at Canadian Tire Centre?
The most affordable sections at Canadian Tire Centre are generally the upper-level corner or baseline seats. With 18,652 total seats, there is usually enough secondary-market inventory to find options near or below face value on non-marquee dates. For premium views at a lower cost, look at upper-level center sections, which balance sightlines and price.
Are Senators or Redblacks tickets cheaper in Ottawa?
Senators (NHL) tickets are typically cheaper because the NHL has about 41 home games per season, creating more inventory and lower secondary-market floors. Redblacks (CFL) play fewer home dates (9), so supply is tighter and prices tend to run higher. Weeknight non-marquee Senators games are usually the cheapest pro-sports tickets available in Ottawa.
When do Ottawa sports ticket prices drop the most?
Prices drop most in the final 24 to 72 hours before game time, when sellers cut prices to move remaining inventory. This pattern is strongest for sports with many home dates (NHL games in Ottawa), especially on weeknights against non-contending opponents. For high-demand games like rivalry matchups and playoffs, prices often rise as the event approaches, so buying early is safer.
How can I save on game-day costs at Canadian Tire Centre?
Beyond the ticket price, the biggest game-day expenses are parking and food. OC Transpo runs game-day express bus service to the arena from park-and-ride lots; limited regular transit otherwise in suburban Kanata. Eating before you arrive and bringing a clear bag (where allowed) cuts in-stadium spending. Compare the seller, ticket details, fees and order terms before you buy; partner policies vary.
Is it safe to buy resale Ottawa sports tickets?
Review the seller shown with each listing and read its authenticity, delivery, refund and buyer-protection terms before purchase. For Senators, Redblacks games, prefer established ticket marketplaces with clear order policies; be cautious with private messages and offers that do not identify a seller.
Are there free events in Ottawa?
Yes — Ottawa hosts free fan rallies, watch parties, community sports events, and free outdoor activations throughout the year, especially around playoff runs. Team and venue social accounts announce them first, and the cheapest paid alternative is a weeknight game from this page's under-$50 list.
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