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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… -
Naughty Night Market at the Museum
The Naughty Night Market is an evening market experience that brings together independent artisans, performers, and creators in an intimate indoor… -
Stew Showdown
The Stew Showdown returns to Westboro Village as an annual culinary competition featuring local restaurants presenting their signature stew creations… -
Afterslide
Experience Winterlude after dark with Afterslide Evenings, a new nighttime program designed for teenagers and young adults at the Snowflake Kingdom… -
The Ryan Hill Ice-Carving Public Challenge
This ice carving activity invites participants to explore the fundamentals of ice sculpting in a hands on winter setting. Designed for amateur carvers… -
A Street Photography Series
Explore the art of street photography in a dynamic three-part series inspired by the exhibition Camera and the City. Presented with the SPAO… -
Rideau Hall’s Winter Celebration
Join us for Rideau Hall’s Winter Celebration! Enjoy an afternoon of free outdoor activities, skating on the Rideau Hall Rink, stellar performances and… -
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… -
The Ottawa Black Creatives Hub Showcase
Following its inaugural edition, the Ottawa Black Creatives Hub Showcase returns with a second edition that highlights the work of emerging Black… -
Snowshoe Summit Tour
Experience Dickson Mountain at Calabogie Peaks after hours during the Snowshoe Summit Last Chairlift Tour. The experience begins with a chairlift ride… -
Love, Lust, & Lost - An Iron Cabaret Presentation
Experience a daring evening of performance and atmosphere as the Canadian Museum of History becomes the setting for Love, Lust & Loss by The Iron… -
In The Air Tonight: The Phil Collins Story
In The Air Tonight is a tribute performance celebrating the music of Phil Collins and Genesis. The production brings together a lead vocalist known… -
Crafter's Movie Afternoon
Calling all crafters! Join in for a cozy afternoon of stitching and cinema! This event is created by crafters, for crafters, with a special twist: the… -
Shiverfest
Celebrate winter in the village of Manotick with activities that are fun for the whole family! -
Ottawa Black Bears
Cheer on the Ottawa Black Bears, the city's Canadian professional box lacrosse team that competes in the National Lacrosse League. -
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… -
Animal Tracking on Snowshoes
What animal made these tracks in the snow? You'll find out by participating in a guided snowshoe hike along trail 60. Discover the strategies animals…
