From now through to August 31st 2023, teens between the ages of 14 to 19 can get a FREE gym pass at Planet Fitness Teens can work out or access fitness classes for FREE from Monday May 15th through Thursday August 31st. When registering, teens must sign up for a specific location and are not […]
Beekeeping Show & Tell for Kids
Join Mrs. Gee at GeesBees Honey Company to learn all about honeybees! During this 40 minute long Show & Tell, you’ll get to see beekeeping equipment, see Mrs. Gee open a beehive before your eyes, and she’ll even teach you how to waggle dance like a bee! This activity is great for kids, young at […]
Family Fun Weekends at the Bank of Canada Museum
Pop into the Museum for Family Fun Weekends this May 27 to 28, June 3 to 4 and June 10 to 11 for activities offering both financial know how and fun. Come explore the Bank of Canada Museum for some awesome activities for you and your kids. These activities include: Growing your savings Kids choose […]
The Lost Kingdoms: Journey from Jurassic to Ice Age
Following a wildly successful tour of the United Kingdom, The Lost Kingdoms – a Journey fromJurassic to Ice Age will roar into the nation’s capital for its North American debut from June 23rd to July 9th. The Lost Kingdoms combines educational and exhilarating exhibits from both the Jurassic and Ice Age Periods. From June 23 […]
Ottawa Children’s Festival 2023
For young people, and those young at heart, the Ottawa Children’s Festival de la jeunesse aims to ignite creativity, imagination, and individual expression, making wide-eyed children out of us all. Join us at LeBreton Flats Park/Canadian War Museum and Arts Court, May 11 – 14, 2023 as we celebrate the best in performing arts from […]
Sunday Train Rides at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario
Train Rides at Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario will take place every Sunday in May! Come and visit the former Canadian Northern Station in Smith Falls built in 1912 and enjoy a trainride in one of the authentic vintage cabooses! Each ride is about 10-15 minutes long and tickets include entry into the museum. Stay […]
Canadian Tulip Festival 2023
The 2023 edition of the Tulip Festival will take place at Commissioners park from May 12th to 22nd 2023. FUN FACTS The Canadian Tulip Festival attracts some 600,000 visitors making it the largest tulip festival in the world. The Canadian Tulip Festival is also a celebration of the return of spring. It features over a […]
Sensory Sundays at the Bank of Canada Museum
For Autism Awareness Month, the Bank of Canada Museum will provide a sensory-friendly experience every Sunday mornings on April 2, 9, 16 and 23. The Museum will open at 9:00 for visitors looking to avoid crowds and hands-on sensory-friendly activities will be offered throughout the Museum until noon. Touch and explore some fascinating artifacts with the […]
Easter at the Bunker 2023
Hop on over to the Diefenbunker to see what the Easter Bunny has left behind for you to find at their annual spring event on April 7th 2023. You’re invited to explore the bunker as you search for signs of spring and pick up some small treats along the way. Decorate a butterfly or an […]
Easter Bunny Arrival Party
Carlingwood Shopping Centre will be celebrating the arrival of the Easter Bunny on April 1st 2023 from 11am to 1pm. The Bunny Arrival Party will have tons of great activities! 11 am – Every Bunny Dance Workout: This 45-minute fitness activity wiill have you dancing with Brazily Fitness. 12 noon – 1pm Easter Egg Hunt: Go […]
The Great Egg Race
Don’t miss the Great Egg Race that will take place at Lansdowne Park on April 1st 2023 from 9am to 4pm. Design an egg car, build it, and compete in The Great Egg Race at the Horticulture Building in Lansdowne Park. There’ll be three races plus free family activities! All materials are provided. Three races […]
Ottawa Parent & Child Expo 2023
Ottawa Parenting Times Magazine is thrilled to present the annual Ottawa Parent & Child Expo for Ottawa families. On April 1st & 2nd 2023, head to the Nepean Sportsplex for a weekend of family fun and information. Parents will find a variety of their favorites Ottawa exhibitors offering important parenting information, and kids will findCody […]
Ottawa Valley Farm Show
The Ottawa Valley Farm Show is Ontario’s longest running agricultural trade show. The Ottawa Valley Farm Show will take place at the EY Centre from Tuesday March 14th to Thursday March 16th 2023. Explore exhibitors, local food, and a carefully curated events schedule. For more information or to purchase tickets, Ottawa Valley Farm Show’s official […]
March Break Activities at the Ottawa Public Library
This March, be ready to have fun! The Library has in stock plenty of creative programs in branches designed for children ages 4 to 12: storytimes, games, cratfs, music, STEM, dance and arts! The theme for this year’s March Break is: Choose your own adventure! Activities include: Craftapalooza STEM adventure Going on a Lion Hunt […]
March Break at the Museum
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum March Break at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum is baaa-ck! Stop by the barns to visit the animals, then warm up indoors as you learn about all things sheep and wool. Discover Canada’s textile history at the Spinning Wheels exhibit. Children can also craft their very own woolly friend […]
Little Ray’s Reptile Ottawa
With over 150 animals on display including giant pythons, huge alligators, cobras, rattlesnakes, tarantulas, marmosets, and birds of prey, Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo is a unique zoo that is definitely worth a visit! It also has Canada’s largest collection of unwanted and rescued reptiles. Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo has one of the largest and most diverse animal education […]
10 Activities to Keep the Kids Entertained on a Rainy Day in Ottawa
Altitude Gym are awesome indoor climbing activities located in Gatineau (Hull) or Kanata. It has many themed climbing challenges that children and adults will love. Altitude Gym Kanata also has one of the biggest Ninja Warrior Challenge in Canada. Altitude Gym Gatineau is home to Clip ‘N Climb which has many themed climbing challenges that […]
March Break Events at Toy’s R Us
Toys’ r Us is offering FREE march break events all week. No event registration required. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Event material is available while supplies last and distributed to participants only. Parental supervision is required at all times. Monday March 13th at 11am & 2pm: Mattel Scavenger Hunt. Kids can scour the store […]