Bundle up and head over to Stanley’s Christmas Village for a winter wonderland experience. Snap a photo with Santa, grab some hot cocoa and jump on a…
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Winter Market Sundays with Solé Day Party
Get ready to shimmy and skate! Join the epic outdoor DJ sets next to the fabulous synthetic ice rink. Let the groovy vibes from DJs Mace, Eazy El Dee…
Ottawa Christmas Market
Get into the holiday spirit at Ottawa’s European-style Christmas market—the perfect place for great food, warm drinks, traditional kiosks and a…
SwiftMAS x Strathmere
You’re invited to the SwiftMAS x Strathmere Market — a holiday celebration filled with Taylor Swift magic and a visit from Santa himself!Join the…
Lansdowne Farmers' Market
Explore over 85 local vendors year-round at Lansdowne Park every Sunday. Ottawa Farmers’ Market is a producer-only organization that features vendors…
Santa's Holiday Train
All aboard Santa’s Holiday Train! Celebrate the season with the Bytown Railway Society aboard a vintage train car, where visitors can meet Santa and…
Alight at Night
This all-ages event invites you to unwind in a 19th-century village lit by over a million lights. Enjoy activity stations and visit St. Nicolas, stop…
CrakdNutz
“CrakdNutz: a holiday circus dream” is a zany adaptation and continuation of the traditional Nutcracker story reminding us that when surrounded by a…
Thursty Pedaler's Holiday Tours
This 14-passenger party bike will take you on a merry ride from the Ottawa Christmas Market through the Glebe, where you'll sing along to holiday hits…
Venez chanter Noël avec Les Chansonniers d'Ottawa
Join Les Chansonniers d’Ottawa for an enchanting concert of Christmas and New Year’s carols! Sing along to festive favourites and celebrate the season…
Vintage Village of Lights
Make memories to treasure with family and friends of all ages at the Vintage Village of Lights. Step back in time and experience Christmas traditions…
Bijoy Utsab
Join the Bangladesh Canada Association of Ottawa Valley (BACAOV) for a memorable celebration of Bangladesh’s heritage, culture, and victory.
Capital Sessions
Capital Sessions and the NAC are bringing you a series of free community house dance workshops. It's family and beginner-friendly. The DJ plays deep…
Les lundis des tout-petits
Visit the NAC on Mondays for French story time with Luana! Toddlers are invited to delight in tales that will sweep them away on journeys through…
A musical journey - Between passion and faith
The Orchestre symphonique des Jeunes de l'Ontario français (OSJOF) presents Entre passion et foi - Un voyage musical. The concert will feature music…
SoulRhythms
Let your soul shine as we travel throughout Africa and the Caribbean on an exciting journey through movement and dance. From traditional to modern…
Toddler Tuesdays
Singing, dancing, games, story time and more! Toddler Tuesdays are the perfect morning activity for children aged 18 months to five years and the…
OrKidstra Holiday Concert
Bring a friend and celebrate the sounds of the season at the annual OrKidstra Holiday Concerts! Enjoy a wonderful mix of classical, jazz, pop, holiday…
