From 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights, visitors to the National Gallery of Canada can enjoy seasonal refreshments and snacks to the sound of music by a…
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Snow Show Thursdays at the ByWard Winter Market
Get ready to be amazed at Snow Show Thursdays! Visit the ByWard Winter Market for breathtaking performances by acrobats, stilt walkers, and jugglers…
Meet and Greet: Coach Jeremy
Meet Coach Jeremy, the hockey guru behind How to Hockey, during an exclusive meet-and-greet at Fan Fest during the 2025 World Juniors! Don’t miss the…
Fireshow Fridays at the ByWard Winter Market
Ignite your Friday nights at the ByWard Winter Market with Fireshow Fridays! Get ready to be dazzled by professional circus and street performers as…
Ottawa Kwanzaa Celebration
The Ottawa Kwanzaa celebration will include a dynamic showcase of cultural dancers, drumming, singing, music and authentic African and Caribbean…
Stanley’s Holiday Stroll
Enjoy the beauty of the holidays while taking a stroll through forest trails that have been decorated with colourful lights and displays. Along the…
Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa
This family friendly musical production celebrates all things Canadian! The two-hour show features famous characters singing Canadian hits, plus an…
Stankfest
Get ready for Stankfest! A two-night celebration of funk and jazz featuring the best musicians from Ottawa-Gatineau. Don’t miss out on the groove!
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…
Canada’s Game: Snap a Photo with the $5 Bill!
Celebrate the World Juniors 2025 with a special photo opportunity at the Museum. Capture a moment with the iconic $5 bank note from the Canadian…
A Country Christmas
Embrace the festive spirit with family fun at Saunders Farm! Enjoy the Elf Academy Stage Show, meet Santa, and explore snow-covered hedge mazes. Visit…
Dancing Through the Decades New Year’s Eve Party
Dancing Through the Decades New Year’s Eve Party is the ultimate celebration! Groove Marmalade takes you from the '50s to today with rock ‘n’ roll…
New Years Eve Midday Bash at Rideau Carleton Casino
Ring in the New Year early at Rideau Carleton Casino with a special Elvis Presley tribute. Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve with all your favourite hits from…
Glebe Spree
Enter to win big this holiday when you shop in the Glebe! For every $15 spent at a participating Glebe business, you will receive a sticker for your…
Flights with Santa
Sit in Santa’s new sleigh as you fly over Ottawa this Christmas with up to 3 passengers!
A Hip New Year's Eve Bash at Overflow Brewing Company
Ring in 2025 at Overflow Brewing Company’s Legendary NYE Bash! Enjoy a delicious buffet and live music by Little Bones, a tribute to The Tragically…
New Year’s Eve Countdown Party at CRAFT
Countdown to 2025 at CRAFT! Celebrate with a DJ, dance floor, and an unforgettable party. Want to join them earlier? Reserve your dinner spot and…
SBK NYE 2025 - The Latin Ball 2
Step into 2025 with SBK NYE - The Latin Ball 2! Celebrate at the DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown with a night of salsa, bachata, and kizomba to…
