Looking for fun activities in the Ottawa area? Check out these options over the next seven days, starting on Thursday, February 20. Be sure to verify details with the organizers as plans can change at any time.
For arts, cultural festivals and celebrations…
- Ongoing | From dance workshops to tennis tournaments and Afro-Caribbean chef tasting menus, there are plenty of exciting Black History Month events to choose from.
- Thursday, February 20 to Saturday, February 22 | At Whiskey Wonderland, explore over 40 premier whisky vendors, enjoy whisky-infused roasted marshmallows, and elevate your experience with exclusive VIP offerings. Held at Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts.
- Friday, February 21| Make sure to catch an incredible music show from the Chamberfest Concert Series this winter featuring Canadian and international artists.
- Saturday, February 22 | The RCMP welcomes all to the annual Musical Ride Open House. Tour the stables and meet the horses and riders of the world-famous Musical Ride. FREE!
- Saturday, February 22 to Sunday, February 23 | Participate in a guided snowshoe hike along trail 60 to uncover animal tracks. Discover the strategies animals have to survive the harshness of winter. At Gatineau Park Visitor Centre. Snowshoes are provided. FREE!
- Until Saturday, February 22 | Award-winning playwright Andrea Scott examines the life of Viola Desmond, a trailblazing Canadian civil rights figure and how her act of bravery in a small-town cinema sparked a powerful wave of change. “Controlled Damage” is playing at the National Arts Centre.
- Sunday, February 23 | Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at the Lansdowne Farmers’ Market. FREE!
- Sunday, February 23 | From health and beauty, jewelry and food vendors. You'll find something perfect for yourself or someone special at the BeYOUtiful Women's Expo at the Shenkman Arts Centre.
- Until Sunday, February 23 | Your next literary discovery is at the Salon du livre de l’Outaouais held in the Palais des Congrès in Gatineau. The programming is in French.
For sports fans…
- Thursday, February 22; Wednesday, February 26 | Show your support for the Ottawa Senators as they go head-to-head with the Montreal Canadiens and Winnipeg Jets at the Canadian Tire Centre.
- Thursday, February 20; Saturday, February 22; Wednesday, February 26 | Rally behind the Ottawa Charge as they compete against the Boston Fleet, the Montreal Victoire and the New York Sirens at the Arena at TD Place.
- Friday, February 21 | Support the Ottawa Black Bears as they face the Halifax Thunderbirds at the Canadian Tire Centre.
- Friday, February 21 and Sunday, February 23 | Cheer on the Ottawa 67’s as they take on the Niagara IceDogs and the Brantford Bulldogs at TD Place.
- Sunday, February 23 | Sens Skills showcases Senators players split into two teams competing in events such as the puck control relay, fastest skater, hardest shot, accuracy shooting, skills challenge, shootout, and a 3-on-3 competition. Held at the Canadian Tire Centre.
