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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.
Events & Festivals This Week in Ottawa
A look at what’s on this week in Ottawa – Events and Activities this Week in Ottawa. – October 19 to 25, 2026.
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 »
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 »
What to Know About Ottawa’s 200th Birthday Celebration Downtown This Saturday
Ottawa is marking 200 years since the founding of Bytown with a full day of music, art, food, family activities and military commemorations downtown. The Ottawa 200… Read more »
25+ Fun Things to Do During Fall in the Ottawa Region – 2026
The Ottawa Region is known for its spectacular nature and outdoor charm, as well as the magic of Canada’s capital. Museums, art events, restaurants, nightlife, and classic… Read more »
Cranberry Harvest: 2026 Season at Ontario’s Famous Cranberry Marsh in Muskoka Begins Sept 26
Fall is around the corner, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Ontario, from Salmon Run and Pumpkinfernos to watching the marvellous fall colours of sugar… Read more »
Brockville to London: Explore Unique Attractions and Historic Sites in 5 Ontario Regions from Sept 18 to 20
You can visit Banting House National Historic Site of Canada, Nancy Island Historic Site, and many other museums and historic sites for free this weekend. Every April… Read more »
Things to Do in Ottawa in October
Things to Do in Ottawa in October: Events, Activities, and Festivals happening in Ottawa during the month of October 2025.
50 Activities and Festivals to Experience in Ontario This Fall Season – 2026
From spectacular fall colours, harvest activities, festivals and Halloween events, there are plenty of ways to celebrate this transitional season in Ontario. Here are fifty fun activities… Read more »
40+ Fall Studio Tours For Fall Day Trips Across Ontario – 2026
Fall studio tours offer a perfect way to experience Ontario’s autumn colours while discovering the creativity of local artists and makers. From rural backroads and lakeside communities… Read more »
Doors Open 2026: Explore Peterborough & Kawartha Lakes For Free This Weekend
Doors Open Peterborough and Kawartha Lakes will once again open the doors to historic landmarks, cultural centres, and hidden gems across the region. The program is part… Read more »
Québec National Parks Day: Book Ahead as Free Admission to Sépaq Parks Returns Sept 12
If a day outdoors sounds better than another weekend indoors, Québec National Parks Day is giving you a good reason to head into nature. Sépaq will offer… Read more »
Salt and Harvest Festival 2026: Celebrate Goderich’s Underground Salt Legacy at This Labour Day Weekend Festival
The picturesque town of Goderich, home to the world’s largest underground salt mine, is set to host the expansive Goderich Salt and Harvest Festival. Founded in 1959… Read more »