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Holiday Craft Fair
Support local this holiday by visiting the Holiday Inn & Suites Craft Fair lined with a multitude of Ottawa Artisans. Discover unique finds from…
Adàwàning: Indigenous Women’s Art Market
Tap into the creative world of Indigenous makers through this virtual Art Market highlighting over 50 vendors. The three-day event will feature fine…
Project X Award
In the exhibition Playing Dead, artist Joyce Crago turns the camera on the objects left in the wake of a loved one’s death and on her own aging body…
Holiday Art Market
Visit this merry craft market with an array of outstanding goods and crafts perfect for your holiday shopping! Take in the cheerful atmosphere with…
Ottawa Senators
Take in the electric atmosphere of an NHL game in Canada’s capital and watch pro hockey players compete in the national winter sport.
Capital City Challenge
Cheer on Canada’s top hockey teams for the national men and woman's hockey tournament under-17. Hosted in our nation's capital, these emerging hockey…
Watson's Mill's Christmas Craft Market
Complete your Christmas shopping with a unique local touch at the annual Watson Mill’s Christmas Market. With two floors of distinct artisans to…
Assembly of Seven Generations Winter Market
Support Indigenous youth at this Winter Market in Byward by exploring their handcrafted treasures. This two-day event will also feature the Assembly…
Nutcracker
A family favourite is back this holiday season! Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet is descending upon the National Arts Centre to perform their much-loved…
Pibòn Festival
Five full days of enlightening, educational, and exploratory activities! The Pibòn (Winter) Festival has everything from a dreamcatcher workshop…
Ottawa Rock N' Gem Show
Calling all rock and nature enthusiasts; discover unique treasures at the Rock N’ Gem Show full of crystals, fossils, gemstones, and more! Invite…
Stars
Enjoy an evening of Canadian talent with Montreal-based, Indie rock band STARS. This group has made their career telling the tales we keep in the…
Ottawa 67's
Enjoy affordable, family-friendly junior men’s hockey games at TD Place Arena at Lansdowne, in the lively downtown Glebe neighbourhood.
Holiday Cirque
Prepare to be mesmerized by the beauty of the NAC Orchestra combined with the thrill of the circus from Troupe Vertigo’s outstanding performances…
Homage – The Art of Elaine Goble
Fourteen portraits by artist Elaine Goble capture the personal legacies of the Second World War veterans and survivors she has met throughout her…
Holiday Art Sale
The Ottawa School of Art hosts a holiday fundraising art sale at its ByWard Market campus.
Signatures Originals
Looking for a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift? Visit over 150 of Canada’s best artists, artisans and designers with innovative displays and contemporary…
