What to do in Ottawa during the 2025 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship when you’re attending an afternoon game.
The 2025 World Junior Hockey Championship is taking place in Ottawa! Discover the top attractions, dining and entertainment experiences and make your visit to Canada’s capital unforgettable!
What to do in Ottawa during the World Juniors
What to do in Ottawa during the World Juniors: An evening game day itinerary
What to do in Ottawa during the 2025 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship when you’re attending an evening game.
How to make the most of the World Juniors in Ottawa
From hotel deals to activities to watch parties, take advantage of these offers and events during the 2025 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship in Ottawa.
Hockey fans
Fan Fest
Experience the excitement of the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship at Fan Fest in Ottawa. This bigger than ever free event, hosted at Aberdeen…
Championship schedule
- December 26, 2024: Opening day of Championship
- January 1, 2025: Off day
- January 2, 2025: Last game day at TD Place
- January 3, 2025: Off day
- January 5, 2025: Gold medal day at Canadian Tire Centre
Merch
- Get your official Hockey Canada gear exclusively online.
- Visit the Fan Fest at Aberdeen Pavilion to purchase your 2025 World Juniors Ottawa merch at the Hockey Canada Merchandise booth.
Events during the World Juniors
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…
Meet and Greet: Dylan Playfair
Meet Dylan Playfair, star of Letterkenny, during an exclusive meet-and-greet at Fan Fest during the 2025 World Juniors! Don’t miss this chance to chat…
Holiday season events in Ottawa
Ottawa’s illuminated urban spaces, festive markets, special shows and culinary experiences will dazzle you during the magical holiday season.
What to do in Ottawa on New Year’s Day
Set the tone for 2025 with a fun-filled New Year’s Day in the capital of Canada. Get outside, hunt for gold, grab a bite — you’ve got options!
Ring in the New Year, Ottawa Style!
With VIP events, live music, fancy meals, brewery tours and free, family-friendly fun, you’ll find the right way to celebrate December 31 this year in Canada’s capital!