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Things to Do in Ottawa This Weekend
A weekly digest of What’s On in and around Ottawa this weekend including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.
2026 Christmas Lights & Santa Claus Parades in Ottawa
Christmas is on its way and so are the annual Santa Claus Parades and amazing Holiday light displays in the Capital region.
A list of Christmas Lights & Santa Claus Parades in Ottawa area.
Events & Festivals This Week in Ottawa
A look at what’s on this week in Ottawa – Events and Activities this Week in Ottawa. – November 9 to 15, 2026.
Christmas Markets, Holiday Craft Fairs and Expos in Canada
Here are some of the upcoming Christmas markets, holiday craft fairs and expos in some of the cities in Canada.
Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in Ontario – 2026
Looking for a cozy way to see twinkling Christmas light displays this holiday season? Here are 10+ ways to see Holiday lights from your car across Ontario.
Cineplex Community Day 2026: See Free Movies at Cineplex Theatres, Free Gaming at Rec Rooms & Playdiums on Nov 14
Enjoy a morning of free movies and gaming across Canada on Saturday, November 14, as Cineplex brings back its annual Community Day. Now in its 14th… Read more »
Things to Do in Ottawa in November – 2026
Things to Do in Ottawa in November: Events, Activities, and Festivals happening in Ottawa during the month of November.
Illuminated Christmas Train Rides in Ontario 2026: Ride With Santa and Explore Charming Towns
Enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones take a ride on the Christmas Trains that take you along the snow-laden countryside of Ontario.
Igloofest Montréal Announces 2027 Lineup With Kaytranada, deadmau5, Fatboy Slim and More
Montréal’s outdoor electronic music festival Igloofest is returning to the Old Port this winter, with Kaytranada, deadmau5 and Fatboy Slim among the headliners for its 19th edition…. Read more »
Montréal Is Getting Spectacular Ice Castles at Parc Jean-Drapeau This Winter
Montréal is getting a new winter attraction this season, with Ice Castles announcing its first-ever installation in Québec. The large-scale frozen attraction will make its Montréal debut… Read more »
21 Horror Movies & Shows Filmed Across Canada to Watch This Halloween
From Vancouver’s rain-soaked streets to Ontario’s forests and Newfoundland’s fishing villages, Canada has provided the setting for some seriously creepy movies and television shows. Some of the… Read more »
CPKC Holiday Train Ontario Schedule 2026 – When and Where to See the Festively Lit Train
The Holiday Train will return to the rails in Ontario starting November 19. Two decorated trains will make the festive journey, travelling through the U.S. and Canada… Read more »
2026 Halloween in Ottawa – Haunted Attractions, Family Events & Adult Parties
A list of family Halloween activities & adult Halloween events/parties in and around Ottawa.
50+ Christmas Markets & Holiday Craft Fairs in and Around Ottawa – 2026
A list of Christmas markets & craft fairs in Ottawa to help you get something special for everyone on your list! To add to this list, submit online. … Read more »
These Ontario Communities Won’t Turn Their Clocks Back on November 1
Residents of Kenora and other parts of northwestern Ontario could skip the annual ritual of turning their clocks back this November. The Ontario government announced on October… Read more »
Bala Cranberry Festival Returns This Weekend: What to See, Eat and Do in Muskoka
For one weekend in October, the Muskoka town of Bala becomes a celebration of cranberries. There are cranberry crêpes to try, fresh berries to take home, artisan… Read more »
Ottawa Pumpkin Patches & U-Pick Pumpkin Farms For a Fun Fall Day Trip
Fall is all about earlier nights, spooky fun, warm drinks and, of course, pumpkins! There is something special about heading to a pumpkin patch with friends or… Read more »
Explore the Haunting Legends of Niagara’s Screaming Tunnel This Halloween
Imagine standing in the middle of a tunnel cloaked in nothing but darkness. You’re holding a single burning match, and then you hear it… the hairs on… Read more »
2026 Thanksgiving Weekend in Ontario – Festivals & Fall Activities Worth the Trip
From Halloween haunts to glowing pumpkins and Fall fairs, there are plenty of fun and fabulous activities to do with your family and friends on the Thanksgiving weekend. Here is a list of 80+ things to do this Thanksgiving weekend across Ontario.
2026 Thanksgiving Weekend Events & Activities in Ottawa
Things to Do during Thanksgiving Weekend in Ottawa including Thanksgiving dinner, brunch and Takeout, free fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.
A Vegas-Inspired Wedding Chapel is Opening in Prince Edward County
Couples will soon be able to get legally married on Wellington Main Street in as little as 30 minutes, surrounded by pink velvet, disco balls, vintage florals… Read more »
20 Places to Order Turkey to Go or Dine-in Thanksgiving Brunch/Dinner in Ottawa – 2026
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and everyone knows that Thanksgiving means a delicious feast of stuffed turkey, cranberry sauce, and other hearty sides. Restaurants and caterers in Ottawa aim to serve up either a traditional meal for your special weekend or a unique twist to spice things up. Here are 20 options for your thanksgiving dinner, if you don’t feel like cooking for the family.
Floating Sauna and River Cold Plunge Coming to Ottawa’s Century-Old River House
Stepping out of a cedar sauna and directly into the Ottawa River will soon be an option at one of the capital’s busiest waterfront destinations. Saunoa is… Read more »
More Than Giant Pumpkins: What to See, Eat, and Do at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest 2026
One of Ontario’s famous fall festivals, Port Elgin Pumpkinfest, is returning this weekend for its 41st edition. A pumpkin weighing close to 2,000 pounds is difficult to… Read more »