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Stankfest
Get ready for Stankfest! A celebration of funk and jazz featuring the best musicians from Ottawa-Gatineau. Don’t miss out on the groove! -
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… -
Free Live Entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
Live music is featured at the Hard Rock Cafe every Friday and Saturday starting at 9:30 PM. Guests can also enjoy live performances at Council Oak… -
Ottawa Charge
Experience the Ottawa Charge – Ottawa’s professional women’s hockey team! The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is redefining the game… -
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… -
Ottawa 67's
Enjoy affordable, family-friendly junior men’s hockey games at TD Place Arena at Lansdowne, in the lively downtown Glebe neighbourhood. Founded in… -
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… -
Christmas at Mādahòkì
Mādahòkì Farm celebrates the holiday season with Indigenous-inspired programming, including the Trail of Lights & Traditions, cultural storytelling… -
Ottawa Kwanzaa Celebration
The Ottawa Kwanzaa celebration will include a dynamic showcase of cultural dancers, drumming, singing, music and authentic African and Caribbean… -
Le Petit Chef
Le Petit Chef brings its imaginative dining experience to Ottawa, blending 3D projection with creative gastronomy. Guests enjoy a playful animated… -
New Year Festival by Capitalfest
Bring your family and friends for a full day of fun at Capital Fest. Enjoy FREE face painting for children and special activities for women, alongside… -
Explore tracks and trains: railroads in miniature
All aboard for miniature marvels! Watch tiny trains chug through stunning landscapes in Tracks and Trains: Railroads in Miniature. Built by the Ottawa… -
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. The Ottawa… -
Oniro
Experience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by… -
Ken Ludwig’s ‘Twas the night before Christmas
“‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.” But wait! A mouse is stirring – because… -
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… -
A White Rabbit New Year's Eve 2026
Ring in the new year with A White Rabbit New Year’s Eve at City At Night. Enjoy $4 drinks during Hoppy Hour, then dance to the best house and tech…
