Events & Activities - Ottawa

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An Immersive Exhibition Featuring Banksy’s Artworks Coming to Niagara Falls & Ottawa This Month

Immersive exhibitions are the new way to experience art! From Van Gogh to Monet and Frida, you can truly appreciate majestic artworks by world-renowned artists at these… Read more »

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Canada’s Best Air Show Saluting Our Armed Forces Thunders Into CFB Borden Near Toronto This June Weekend

Take Dad to see Canadian Forces Snowbirds, CF-18 Demonstration Team, Canada’s military parachute demonstration team, the SkyHawks and many of the best aerobatic performers during the Canadian… Read more »

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Disney On Ice Returning to Toronto This 2022 Summer

Grab your mouse ears as the magic of Disney is returning to Toronto this summer.   Feld Entertainment is bringing Disney on Ice’ Let’s Celebrate show to… Read more »

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Orléans Craft Beer Festival Brings Good Food and Great Beer to Ottawa This June Weekend

If you’re looking for the ultimate boozy cool-down complete with great food and hopping entertainment, the Orléans Craft Beer Festival is back this weekend in Ottawa with over 25 craft beer vendors showcasing their innovative products.

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2022 Official Canada Day Celebrations in Ottawa (New Location) to Feature Charlotte Cardin, Walk Off The Earth and Brilliant Fireworks

Ottawa’s extravagant Canada Day Celebrations are back with live programming in Ottawa and Gatineau. As the Parliament is undergoing renovations, the main celebration stages will move to… Read more »

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Fleurs de Villes in Montreal: See Floral Mannequins Honouring 15 Trailblazing Women Like Viola Desmond, Céline Dion, and Frida Kahlo This Victoria Day Weekend

You can see floral installations blending fashion design and fresh blooms with bespoke floral-dressed mannequins this weekend in Montreal. Fleurs de Villes is famous around the world… Read more »

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Bank of Canada Museum Reopens After Two Years on May 12th

The Bank of Canada Museum is reopening this Thursday for the first time in 2 years. The Museum provides an entertaining and educational perspective on the role… Read more »

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Ottawa’s Flagship Festival Celebrating Tulips Begins This Friday

Canada’s largest tulip festival returns on May 13th with in-person celebrations to celebrate its platinum jubilee year.   Held to celebrate Ottawa’s official flower as a symbol… Read more »

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Places to Get Valentine’s Day Gifts and Treats in Ottawa

Is your love language gift giving? If you have been wondering what’s available in the city of Ottawa to spoil your special someone, there are plenty of… Read more »

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What is Open/Closed in Ontario Effective Jan. 31, 2022

Ontario is reopening indoor dining, indoor attractions like museums and galleries with 50 per cent capacity effective January 31st 12:01 a.m. as the province moves into the… Read more »

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List of Places Distributing Free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test Kits in Ontario

Update: February 9, 2022 — Get Free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing Kits at These Ontario Grocery Stores & Pharmacies The previous article follows: Ontario government is distributing… Read more »

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You Need to Reserve Skate Time at Ottawa’s Popular Outdoor Rinks Starting January 10th

The city of Ottawa is re-introducing the online reservation system for four of its most popular outdoor slating rinks. The city says the measure is to facilitate the… Read more »

What’s On Stage: Ottawa Theatre Guide

What’s On Stage: Ottawa Theatre Guide

A list of performing arts and live theatre events and festivals happening in Ottawa during this month.

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Alight at Night: Tickets on Sale For 2021 Edition of Upper Canada Village’s Magical Holiday Light Display

Tickets are now on sale for the 21st edition of Upper Canada Village’s magical light display that will kick off on November 26th. You will get to… Read more »

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Disney On Ice Returning to Toronto, Ottawa, London and Hamilton in 2022

Grab your mouse ears as the magic of Disney is returning to Ontario arenas in 2022.   Feld Entertainment is bringing Disney on Ice shows to Toronto,… Read more »

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Ontario Vaccine Passport: List of Places Where COVID-19 Vaccine Proof is Required Starting Sept 22nd

Updated September 24th. Ontario is making COVID-19 vaccination mandatory to access certain non-essential activities like indoor dining at restaurants, gyms and movie theatres starting September 22nd. Premier… Read more »

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What You Need to Know About Ontario’s COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Program Effective Sept 22nd

Ontario has announced that the province will implement a vaccine certificate program to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19. Starting September 22nd, Ontarians and visitors will… Read more »

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Intricate Hand Carved Lighted Pumpkin Wonderland Coming to Kingston’s Fort Henry

Get ready for mind-blowing hand-carved lighted pumpkin installations at Fort Henry this Fall. Parks of St. Lawrence announced yesterday Pumpinferno festival that takes place at Upper Canada… Read more »

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Kitchener’s THEMUSEUM to Premier Unique International Exhibition By and About Rolling Stones

Go backstage with the Rolling Stones at Kitchener’s THEMUSEUM to relive the cultural phenomenon of the world-famous rock band and experience their legacy as the band that built… Read more »

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These Are the Top 10 Fine Dining Restaurants in Canada According to Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor has announced the winners of its yearly list of restaurants that won the 2021 Travelers’ Choice Restaurants awards. According to the press release, 2021 Best Restaurants… Read more »

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Endless Summer Concert Series: Our Lady Peace, Brett Kissel and Many More at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds

You can enjoy live concerts as the organizers of the Boots and Hearts music festival have announced a four-weekend Ontario summer concert series headlined by Brett Kissel… Read more »

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Official Canada Day Celebration in Ottawa Is Virtual Once Again With Fireworks and First Ever Canada Day Contest

With COVID-19 throwing life as we know it into a tailspin, Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault has announced that Canada Day will once again be celebrated virtually this… Read more »

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Immersive Van Gogh Exhibition Coming to Ottawa’s Aberdeen Pavilion This Summer

Get ready to walk inside Van Gogh paintings this summer in Ottawa. An immersive Van Gogh Exhibit, that showcases the famed artist’s renowned works through stunning projection… Read more »

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Drive-Through and Drive-In Events and Activities in Ontario

Are you searching for COVID-19 safe activities that you can enjoy without leaving the car?
Here is a list of drive-in movies, Christmas lights tour and other activities that you can enjoy without worrying about contracting COVID-19 or wearing masks.