Experience - Ottawa

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North America`s Longest Running Emancipation Day Celebration Returns to Owen Sound on August Long Weekend

Owen Sound is set to host its 162nd annual Emancipation Festival, marking the longest-standing Emancipation Day event in North America. This festival honours the British Commonwealth Emancipation… Read more »

25 Must Visit Nature Attractions and Nature Hotspots in and Around Ottawa

25 Must Visit Nature Attractions and Nature Hotspots in and Around Ottawa

Ottawa and area feature a range of natural attractions, from quaint city parks, conservation areas, wild forests, waterfalls, lookouts, and provincial parks. Whether you want to go… Read more »

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Imagine Cinemas Brings Back ‘Cheap Tuesdays’ with $5 Deals

Imagine Cinemas has reintroduced its popular “Cheap Tuesdays” promotion, offering significant discounts on tickets and concessions every Tuesday. Effective immediately, movie tickets on Tuesdays will cost just… Read more »

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Things to Do This Summer in Port Elgin

Saugeen Shores’ Port Elgin is well-known as a summer destination for the Lake Huron beaches and water fun around the lake and the Saugeen River. A not-so-well-known… Read more »

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Summer Activities in Meaford: Beaches, Nature Hikes, Festivals

As a summer destination, Meaford can offer many things to many different vacationers. Nestled in the heart of Grey County, the charming municipality of Meaford graces the… Read more »

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Free All-You-Can-Eat Canada Day Buffet at Mandarin Restaurants in Ontario

Mandarin Restaurants is set to celebrate Canada Day and its 45th anniversary by offering a free buffet meal at all 30 of its locations throughout Ontario. This… Read more »

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2024 Summer Road Closures at Elgin Street and Byward Market in Ottawa

The City of Ottawa has announced road closures in the downtown area to facilitate outdoor dining and pedestrian-friendly zones throughout the summer and fall. In the Byward… Read more »

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Free Admission: New Ontario Provincial Park Opening in Uxbridge This Canada Day

Ontario Parks will officially open Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park on July 1, 2024, marking a significant expansion in the province’s commitment to conservation and public recreation. The… Read more »

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Ottawa Releases Official Programming For 2024 Canada Day Celebrations

Planning to head to Ottawa for the 2024 Canada Day celebrations? On July 1, 2024, Canada will mark the 157th anniversary of Confederation with nationwide celebrations centred… Read more »

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Old Port Montréal Unveils Exciting 2024 Summer Lineup: Over 70 Events and Activities

The Old Port of Montréal is set to be a bustling hub of activity this summer, hosting over 70 events and fun activities. Several new events are… Read more »

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What to See and Do at Canadian Canoe Museum’s New Breathtaking Five-Acre Lakefront Home

The unique Canadian Canoe Museum has reopened in a new two-story, 65,000-square-foot facility on a scenic five-acre lakefront site. Nestled on the Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough, this… Read more »

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Ontario Cities and Towns Where You Can See Mind-Boggling Circus Shows This Year – 2024

Seven different circus companies will be touring Ontario this year! From spectacular big-budget productions showcasing extraordinary showmanship that tickles the imagination to small-scale shows featuring incredible acrobats,… Read more »

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Get $25 Tickets During 2024 Live Nation Concert Week From May 8 to 14

If you like to see your favourite musician for ticket prices as low as $25, mark the dates for Live Nation’s Concert Week on your calendar! Live Nation is… Read more »

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Billie Eilish Maps Out Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour Dates in Toronto, Vancouver & Quebec City

Billie Eilish is set to embark on a global tour for her third studio album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft,” starting this fall. The tour will commence… Read more »

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Butter Tart Festivals: Celebrate the Authentic Canadian Treat at These Locations in Ontario

Thought to be originated in Quebec in the 1600s, the butter tart is a pure Canadian dessert. A recipe for this flaky pastry shell treat filled with… Read more »

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Celebrate Mother’s Day With an Afternoon Tea in a Vintage Train Near Ottawa

All aboard for a unique and delicious Mother’s Day experience! The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO) is offering traditional British Afternoon Tea in its beautifully restored… Read more »

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10 Small Towns & Cities to Visit in Southeastern Ontario to See Total Solar Eclipse

The 2024 Solar Eclipse on Monday will brush past the southeastern side of Ontario. More specifically, the eclipse’s path of totality will be over a small portion… Read more »

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10 Small Towns & Cities to Visit in Southwestern Ontario to See Total Solar Eclipse

For those looking to view the solar eclipse from southwestern Ontario this April 8th, you’ll have the option of almost the entire Lake Erie shoreline. Along Lake… Read more »

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Head to Gananoque For a Spectacular 1000 Islands Solar Eclipse Cruise

The town of Gananoque and St. Lawrence Seaway falls within the line of solar eclipse totality and City Cruises is offering an enchanting trip to witness this… Read more »

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Solar Eclipse Viewing in Ottawa: Best Places to Watch, Guided Events/Viewing Parties

On April 8, 2024, Canadians will experience a significant astronomical event, the first total solar eclipse to traverse the country in six decades. This natural spectacle will… Read more »

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Fat Bastard Burrito’s National Burrito Day Deal

April 4, 2024, marks National Burrito Day, and Fat Bastard Burrito has a special deal today.   Today, patrons can enjoy a small burrito paired with a… Read more »

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All Your Friends Fest: New Summer Music Festival at Burl’s Creek Announces Lineup

Republic Live, the acclaimed force behind Boots and Hearts, is launching the All Your Friends Fest this summer. This pop-punk and alternative rock festival will take place… Read more »

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15 of the Best Places For a Solar Eclipse Getaway in Canada

Mark your calendars, eastern Canada! Many of you will be among the millions of Canadians able to witness the first total solar eclipse to pass over Canada… Read more »

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Things to Do on a Solar Eclipse Weekend Getaway in Niagara Falls

The city of Niagara Falls will have plenty to do come early April when people visit for the 2024 total solar eclipse. Niagara Falls is under the… Read more »