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Weekend Activities and Events in Ottawa
A weekly digest of What’s On in Ottawa including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, and fun activities: Few weekday events are also listed.
PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING
- Gathering Limits: 10 Indoor & 25 Outdoor
- What is Open & Closed in Ottawa
- What is Allowed in Stage 3 in Ottawa
Contents:
- In-Person Events
- Outdoor Activities
- Virtual events and festivals
You may like: Halloween in Ottawa (Get tickets soon as there might not be many events this year.)
Wherever You Are
September 27, 2020
1-800-387-4474 ext.4967
Fundraise
Show Them You’ve Got Their Back… Kidney Walks are the cornerstone of The Kidney Foundation of Canada’s fundraising efforts. It’s a time when we ... »
Wesley Clover Parks Drive-In, 401 Corkstown Road, Ottawa
September 27, 2020
$75 - $125+charges
Jaffray, B.C.- born, singer and current CCMA Fan’s Choice winner, Dean Brody has approached country-music-superstar status. He is now firmly cemented as an arena ... »
Saunders Farm, 7893 Bleeks Road, Munster Hamlet - Richmond, Ottawa
September 26, 2020 To November 1, 2020
$22.64
Haunting Season at Saunders Farm has been a Canadian family tradition. With lots of outdoor open air attractions, including pumpkins, puppet shows, a parade, 4 Hedge Mazes, and ... »
Proulx Maple & Berry Farm, O'Toole Road, Cumberland
September 26, 2020 To October 31, 2020
$7.50 – $15.00 +charges
sKreamers is a fundraising project of the Kiwanis Club of Orleans. This year sKreamers feature Haunted Hayride, Trail and a Corn Maze. Local residents and rival farmers ... »
Virual/Wines Delivered Ottawa
September 26, 2020
905-853-2862 ext.289
$80
Experience Eastern Ontario’s finest wines from the comfort of your own home on Saturday, September 26th. In this virtual wine tasting experience, you will explore your ... »
Port Elmsley Drive In, 333 Port Elmsley Rd, Perth
September 26, 2020
$99.00 + fees
Encore Drive-In Nights featuring Kane Brown will air at drive-in theaters across the United States and Canada on Saturday, September 26. The never-before-seen show was recorded live, exclusively ... »
Downtown Ottawa
September 26, 2020 To October 3, 2020
$110.00
Our most popular ‘intro’ cycling option. This self-guided ride from Village Square in Stittsville to downtown Ottawa along The Great Trail, makes excellent use of traffic-free (and ... »
Bar Lucy, 111 York Street, Ottawa
September 26, 2020
$19.11 - $31.10
Brunch enthusiasts and cocktail fanatics mark your calendars — September 26th we’re celebrating National Mimosa Day! Truly one of the greatest cocktails ever and a staple at ... »
Saunders Farm, 7893 Bleeks Road, Ottawa
September 25, 2020 To November 1, 2020
$35.00 - $40.00
Frightfest at Saunders Farm is Canada's #1 Haunted Attraction with 3 Haunted Attractions, street theater & food and homemade confections; it is sure to thrill! Join us this Fall for ... »
Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd. 2, Morrisburg
September 25, 2020 To October 31, 2020
$16
Take a tour through this spectacular outdoor art exhibit of over 7,000 handcrafted pumpkins all lit at night along a kilometre long path in a picturesque 19th-century backdrop. ... »
Cannamore Orchard, 1480 County Rd 32, Crysler
September 25, 2020 To October 31, 2020
613-448-3633
$25 to $30
Cannamore Orchard welcomes you to our 28th year of Acres of Terror, Eastern Ontario’s most terrifying Halloween attraction, where the only thing that isn’t terrifying ... »
Across Ontario
September 25, 2020 To October 25, 2020
Free
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of participatory arts and culture events ... »
Wesley Clover Parks,401 Corkstown Rd, Ottawa
September 25, 2020
$36.45
Join for Drive-in movie experience at Wesley Clover Parks Ottawa! The Drive-In Experience Ottawa is the brainchild of DNA Live, Ottawa’s premiere festival & event production ... »
Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Drive, Kanata, Ottawa
September 25, 2020
$59.95 - $64.95
Come for dinner in Brookstreet’s backyard! Features a 3 –course menu and live music by Ottawa’s Dueling Pianos. HOW MUCH Tickets: $59.95 (in advance) or $64.95 (at ... »
Online and In-person
September 25, 2020 To September 26, 2020
$45
The Festival franco-ontarien is a major event for Francophones and Francophiles from Ontario to Canada. Its primary mission is to celebrate French cultural pride and more specifically ... »
Ottawa & Gatineau Region
September 25, 2020 To October 25, 2020
1-866-456-3016
Free
Every fall, as the days get shorter and temperatures drop, vibrant colours take over Ottawa–Gatineau. This spectacular show lasts only a few weeks, but attracts hundreds ... »
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club Ottawa, Elgin Street, Ottawa
September 24, 2020 To September 26, 2020
$13.28 to $20.00
Ottawa comic Don Kelly has starred in numerous national comedy specials including CTV’s Comedy Now! and CBC’s Comics! along with numerous appearances on The Winnipeg ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
September 23, 2020 To October 4, 2020
$20 & up
The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is one of the world's leading animation events providing screenings, exhibits, workshops and entertainment since 1976. OIAF is an annual five-day event ... »
Absolute Comedy Ottawa, 412 Preston Street, Ottawa
September 23, 2020 To September 27, 2020
$15 to $20
Absolute Comedy is more than hilarious shows in a great atmosphere, we also offer delicious food at prices that will make your wallet laugh. What a perfect ... »
Proulx Maple & Berry Farm, 1865 O'Toole Rd, Ottawa
September 20, 2020 To October 18, 2020
$8.85 to $14.95
Join for the annual pumpkinfest when our farm is transformed into a giant Halloween playground. Bring a picnic and come join us for a ghostly gathering in ... »
Just Food Farm Stand, 2391 Pepin Court, Ottawa
September 20, 2020 To October 18, 2020
Free admission
Fresh and organic produce brought to you directly by farmers of Just Food Farm. Vegetables, honey, beef and lamb, maple syrup, ferments, snacks and more! WHEN & ... »
Wellington Street West, Ottawa
September 19, 2020 To September 27, 2020
Free
The artists of the West End Studio Tour (WEST) invite you to celebrate 25 years of community art with a SAFE and socially distant art show and sale. ... »
Abbotsford House, 950 Bank Street, Ottawa
September 19, 2020 To September 26, 2020
Free admission
We are having our Annual Bazaar on 3 Saturdays in September! Entrance/line up in parking lot of Abbotsford House… one way, 20 min shopping, touch-less purchasing of Art, ... »
Kitchissippi, Ottawa
September 19, 2020 To September 27, 2020
Free admission
Celebrate 25 years of community art with a safe art show and sale the last two weekends of September, 11-5 pm. All artists will display their work outside ... »
The Log Farm, 670 Cedarview Road, Ottawa
September 16, 2020 To September 30, 2020
$6.89
Come visit us and our many barnyard friends at the Log Farm. Come out to the farm and let the kids play while you take a few ... »
OCR Academy,1140 Morrison Drive, Ottawa
September 13, 2020 To January 31, 2021
613-726-0909
$22.50
OCR Academy is Ottawa’s Largest and only in door obstacle course/ninja warrior facility. But how do I know if OCRA is right for me? DO ... »
Mountain Orchards, 10175 Clark Road, Mountain
September 12, 2020 To October 15, 2020
613.989.5601
Free admission
Enjoy fun time at the farm. Along with apple picking there are lots of activities available for you to enjoy – wagon rides, corn mazes (a major and ... »
Billings Estate National Historic Site, 2100 Cabot Street, Ottawa
September 12, 2020 To September 27, 2020
$15.25 per person
Experience a unique historical tour of the Settler’s Cemetery and the Billings Estate grounds at dusk. Hear true tales of death, burial, and disease from Bytown ... »
Saunders Farm, 7893 Bleeks Rd, Ottawa
September 11, 2020 To October 31, 2020
$160 & up
Get outside, get cozy and enjoy a campfire with your loved ones. Perfect for a family outing, date night, or small gatherings. Please remember to bring your ... »
National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
September 11, 2020 To September 26, 2020
$125
The Chef’s Table is a farm-to-table feast with menus curated by Canadian chefs and musical entertainment. Presented by the Festival of Small Halls, this year’s ... »
Cannamore Orchard, 1480 County Road 32, Crysler
September 5, 2020 To October 12, 2020
613-448-3633
$12
Enjoy fall at Cannamore Orchards. If you want activities for those late-summer and autumn weekend days, then bring the children for a visit to Cannamore Orchard! Family ... »
Mountain Orchards, 10175 Clark Rd, Mountain
August 29, 2020 To October 18, 2020
613 989 5601
Free Admission
Along with apple picking, you can check out our corn maze, picnic areas, tractor tire playground, hay jump, forest trails, wagon rides and don't forget to try ... »
Log Cabin Orchard and Pumpkin Patch, 6121 Cabin Rd, Osgoode
August 28, 2020 To October 12, 2020
613-826-5081
Free Admission
The perfect visit for a walk through the Orchard surrounded by nature in the 33-acre apple orchard — just minutes south of Ottawa — is a great way to ... »
Pine Hill Orchard, Saint Félix Road, Bourget
August 28, 2020 To October 12, 2020
(613) 487-2064
Free Admission
Visit Pine Hill Orchards for apple picking, The farm has 20 varieties of apples, and homemade wine and apple cider. »
Gananoque Boat Line by Hornblower, 280 Main Street, Gananoque
August 27, 2020 To October 18, 2020
888-717-4837
$17.13 - $26.35
On the hour-long Original Heart of the 1000 Islands Cruise, expect up-close views of the lush shoreline lined with historic cottages and summer homes as you sail through ... »
Bate Island, Ottawa
August 14, 2020 To September 30, 2020
$44
Both a float trip and a paddle trip, everyone gets a paddle and everyone gets to participate in this easy run down the river. Let our entertaining ... »
Parc Omega, Québec 323, Montebello
July 29, 2020 To October 10, 2020
$17.99 to $24.99
Experience an immersive experience of light and sound and discover the beauty of nature at night. The route in the enchanted forest will begin at dusk, in ... »
588 Hog's Back Road, Ottawa
July 1, 2020 To October 12, 2020
$25
A Pirate’s Life provides interactive ‘pirate life’ theatrical experience with a boat cruise in a look-a-like pirate ship. Join the scurvy crew and live the Pirate ... »
1 Canal Ln, Ottawa & 160 Rue Laurier, Gatineau
July 1, 2020 To October 12, 2020
$21.48 to $30.72
Our Ottawa River tour offers the finest views along the Ottawa River. This 1 1/2 hour tour is the most thorough tour available on the water. Departures from the ... »
Ottawa Locks, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
July 1, 2020 To October 12, 2020
$23.54 to $34.71
The most unique way to discover Ottawa is on board the world's-largest, certified, 100%-electric, passenger vessel. You will sail for 90 minutes on the iconic Rideau Canal and ... »
65 Sparks St., Ottawa
June 29, 2020 To November 8, 2020
$48.94 & up
Join our small-group, fun and leisurely bike tour that shows you the best of Ottawa in less time. Pedal your way around with our super comfortable bikes ... »
Ottawa Locks, 1 Canal Ln, Ottawa
June 26, 2020 To October 14, 2020
$4.50 to $6
Sailing on one of our shuttles, you’ll see some of our capital’s most famous landmarks – all from the vantage point of the river! »
Rockcliffe Flying Club, 1495 Sir George-Étienne Cartier Pkwy, Ottawa
June 1, 2020 To November 15, 2020
$38 to $175 per person.
Enjoy the views of Parliament and downtown Ottawa from above! Travel along the picturesque Ottawa River, Strap on your aviator’s cap and goggles and get a ... »
Rock Dunder Hiking Trail, Stanley Lash Lane, Lyndhurst
May 30, 2020 To November 15, 2020
$10
Rock Dunder is a treasure that lies within the UNESCO Thousand Islands Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve. Rising 275 feet above Morton Bay, Rock Dunder provides breathtaking views of ... »
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Virual/Wines Delivered Ottawa
September 26, 2020
905-853-2862 ext.289
$80
Experience Eastern Ontario’s finest wines from the comfort of your own home on Saturday, September 26th. In this virtual wine tasting experience, you will explore your ... »
Online
September 25, 2020
$15 - $100
Andrei Feher, conductor Wagner: Siegfried Idyll Mozart: Symphony No. 41, Jupiter Wagner is perhaps best-known for his grand operatic works, but his Siegfried Idyll, a symphonic poem for ... »
Online and In-person
September 25, 2020 To September 26, 2020
$45
The Festival franco-ontarien is a major event for Francophones and Francophiles from Ontario to Canada. Its primary mission is to celebrate French cultural pride and more specifically ... »
Online, Canada Wide
September 21, 2020 To September 23, 2020
Free
This edition of 6 Degrees in September 2020 will be our first digital-only forum, and will allow for a truly global exchange of ideas, perspectives, and tactics. Both the ... »
Online
September 15, 2020 To November 17, 2020
FREE
A complete D&D mini-adventure played over two sessions for teens 13-18. Players will play through a complete adventure with pre-generated characters over the course of two ... »
Various - Virtual Event, Ottawa
September 1, 2020 To September 30, 2020
6137372781
Free
Hair Donation Ottawa is an annual, non-profit, cancer research fundraiser for the CHEO Foundation. The event was founded in 2011 by community philanthropist and cancer survivor Helene Hutchings. ... »
Online
August 21, 2020 To October 31, 2020
$15
It’s New Year’s Eve, 2040. You received an invitation and ticket to a luxury private car on the inaugural trip of the first bullet train! A ... »
Where ever You are
June 1, 2020 To December 31, 2020
Minimum $5 Donation
Race day is 100% unique to you and your birthday or the friend/family member's birthday that you're supporting. On race day, choose the route of your choice ... »
ONGOING EVENTS
I. Family & Kids Activities
Safari at Home
Try out the Safari at Home activities to entertain the Little Ones.Details
Fun with OPL
Get a OPL card online and use these Free Ottawa Public Library Services. Details
Visit Zoo Animals Online
Zoos across Canada have decided to bring their inhabitants to your home. Here is a list of places where you can watch wildlife online.
Science Experiments to Do at Home with Kids
Here are a few easy fun science activities/experimentsthat are easy and super fun in addition to being educational.
25 Fun Things to Do with Kids Inside Your Home
Things to Do With Teens During COVID-19 Days
Tour Egyptian Heritage Sites Virtually
Explore various heritage sites in Egypt from tombs to monasteries. Details
Tour International Space Station
Ever dreamed of going to the ISS? Tour the International Space Station virtually. Details
Canadian Museums & Museums Across the World Online
With the advent of technology and widespread availability of the internet, the world is now at your fingertips. You can travel to distant lands, tour famous museums, all from the comfort of your home.
Explore Canada From Home: From Toronto to the Arctic
Explore the World From Home: Take train trips or visit International Space Station
II. Live Music
Free & Paid Online Music Classes and Resources for Kids
Music Concerts to Watch Online
Watch a few of the 50+ online concerts scheduled this weekend.
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
Theatre Performances From Across the World
With Covid-19 pandemic forcing theatres to shut their doors, many performing art centres have taken to being open virtually. Watch Bolshoi Ballet’s The Nutcracker to Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette from the Metropolitan Opera this weekend. DetailsVarious, time limits for watching, varies from 24 hours to a week.
IV. Other Activities
Homebound Astronomy
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is hosting introductory astronomy sessions called Homebound Astronomy to help Canadians keep learning about the sky from your own from your backyard during COVID-19.Details
Every Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30pm to 3:30pm and Also uploaded to Youtube
Help Local Businesses
The shutdown of businesses except essential services is hurting local businesses. Check out the ways in which you can help them. Details
Clean and Donate
Now that you have plenty of time at hand, do a thorough cleaning. Pack and keep for donating as many locations may not be accepting donations currently.
See Free Movies
As Canada’s public producer and distributor, NFB’s website features award-winning movies, documentary and animated films, pioneering interactive works, and more.
We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there might be errors/Events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned Event Websites/officials.
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Why is it that the “Subscribe to our newsletter” – on the right hand side of this newsletter/webpage…
https://www.todocanada.ca/things-ottawa-weekend/
… does not include Ottawa in the “Select City News letter list”?
Useful. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for including the Ottawa Canadian Film Festival http://ocanfilmfest.ca/ocanfilmfest2018
Great listings! Thanks!
Thanks for the list!!! It really helps me plan my activities with my kids on the weekend.
Wow wish I had found this site much sooner. So many great events happening in Ottawa this weekend. Thanks for providing this list.
To allay any confusion–when you click on “details” under “Shakespeare in the Park–A Midsummer Night’s Dream” there is an error suggesting that the play is “Cymbeline.” That was last year’s Bear production! This year’s show is, indeed “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Join us for one of our final three performances, Aug 2, 3, & 4!