Ottawa Insider Blog

Check out some of the fun events and activities taking place in the Ottawa region this week, including the weekend!

Discover top spots to capture amazing photos in Ottawa this autumn, including natural wonders, urban sites, hiking destinations and special events.

No matter the season, Canada’s Capital is a treasure trove of impressive sights and stimulating activities.

Looking to celebrate Halloween with fun, spooky or even terrifying programming? The Ottawa region has options for everyone from young kids to adults.

Learn more about the local Ottawa bookstores that offer both new and used books.

Fall is the perfect time to get away, especially if it’s with your girlfriends. Looking for a girls' getaway itinerary that has something for everyone in your group?

Where to find the best shawarma restaurants in Ottawa.

Where to outdoor rock climb in the Ottawa area.

Enjoy sweet and savoury goodies including harvest-inspired beer, baked goods, cold treats and warm drinks while basking in Ottawa’s autumn beauty.

Trail running, road running, and run clubs in the Ottawa area.

Be adventurous while enjoying spectacular fall colours this fall in Ottawa by ziplining, caving, bungee jumping, flying, climbing, hiking, cycling, and more.

Have fun outdoors with the kids this fall by walking, cycling, paddling, ziplining, flying, tasting and touring your way through the Ottawa region.

Fun fall weekend ideas in the Ottawa region for families.

Fall-inspired activities for a couple’s getaway in Ottawa.

Visit apple orchards and pumpkin patches at the many farms in the Ottawa region this autumn for pick-your-own or pre-picked goodies, activities, and more.

The best bars and nightclubs to experience Ottawa’s nightlife.

Locally-owned shops throughout Ottawa’s vibrant neighbourhoods are the perfect places to get much-needed retail therapy. They carry quality…