Mellow Mornings at the Canada Science and Technology Museum are scheduled sessions created to provide a low-sensory environment for young visitors with various disabilities The next schedule sessions are Sunday January 29th, February 26th and April 23rd 2023 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. During Mellow Mornings: There are fewer visitors in the Museum. Visual and […]
Category: ATTRACTIONS
Tons of attractions for family fun filled days. Includes museums, animals & zoos, theme & amusement parks, historical sites, farms, water parks and much more!!
Annual Biology Butterfly Show
The 23rd Annual Biology Butterfly Show will be held from Saturday October 1st to Sunday October 9th at Carleton University. The 23rd Annual Biology Butterfly Show will be held in the Nesbitt Biology Building from October 1st to 9th 2022 from 9am to 3pm. Members of the public may, however only attend in person on the […]
When to visit museums in Ottawa for free
Museums are always a great place to visit with children, however, it can become quite expensive to visit a museum . Here is a list of when to visit museums in Ottawa for FREE! Canada Agriculture and Food Museum: daily from 4 to 5 p.m. Canada Aviation and Space Museum: daily from 4 to 5 […]
The Outerbridges – Canada’s Grand Masters of Illusion
World-class magic show OUTERBRIDGE – Clockwork Mysteries returns to The Station Theatre in Smiths Falls until 1st October 1st, 2022!! OUTERBRIDGE – Clockwork Mysteries is the most successful illusion show in Canada. A fantastical event that is at once magic, dance, theatre, and a dash of wonder, the audience is invited into a mysterious clock tower equipped with […]
Van Gogh 360 Ottawa
The new exhibition Van Gogh 360 is now open at Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa Van Gogh 360 is an immersive exhibit that includes a 360-degree panorama on larger than life screens, a complementing musical bed and a mix of different fields of art. The exhibit will be open Thursday and Saturdays from […]
Summer Fun at Camp Fortune
Camp Fortune in Chelsea Québec is the perfect getaway for a day of family fun! You can either tackle the aerial course, the giant zip line or go down the luge. Montain Pipe Coaster The Mountain Pipe Coaster is the region’s newest attraction. You can speed down this 1km long monorail track up to […]
Family Day Trips Around Ottawa
If you are planning to stay in Ottawa during the summer, here are some great day trip ideas all within an hour drive from the city. Omega Park is a must for families! The park is located in Montebello Quebec, a 45 minute drive from Ottawa. This 800 hectare park has over 400 animals living […]
Eco-Odyssée
Come explore a unique water maze on a paddle boat at Eco-Odyssée just 30 minutes from downtown Ottawa. Eco-Odyssée has 6.4km of channels with more than 60 intersections making it a great summer fun and educational outing for the whole family! Eco-Odyssée has several adventures on water and land. For the water maze, you can […]
Éco-Noctura
Discover Éco-Noctura, the immersive outdoor experience at Éco-Odyssée Éco-Noctura is a new new multimedia show projected at Éco-Odyssée. Be transported to a universe of enchantment and wonder with The Cliffside Tales. At nightfall, the rocky face of the ridge wakes up to tell the story of Amik the Beaver. Discover iconic animals of the water […]
Summer at Saunders Farm
Saunders Farm is opening on June 4th 2022 for tons of summer fun! Saunders Farm is opening for their summer season starting June 4th 2022! Attractions include: Jumbo Jumpers Mazes Splash Pad Farmer Bill’s Treehouse Pirate Ship Play structures Witch Mountain Slide Puppet Show Opening hours are from 10am to 4pm on Saturdays and […]
Calypso Waterpark
Calypso Waterpark is Canada’s largest theme waterpark and is located located in the Ottawa area in Limoges. If you are visiting with young children, the best attractions are: The Zoo Lagoon is the perfect place for young children! The zoo themed lagoon will allow younger children to slide, spray, climb, splash and much more. Best part is […]
The Bank of Canada Museum is BACK!
The Bank of Canada Museum has reopened for the first time in 2 years. Offering a free, fun, and interactive experience, the Museum provides an entertaining and educational perspective on the role played by the Bank of Canada, as well as the important part played by Canadians themselves in keeping our economy healthy. Visitors begin […]
Planet Ice at the Canadian Museum of Nature
Planet Ice: Mysteries of the Ice Ages is an amazing exhibition that allows you to explore the power of ice and cold in shaping the world we live in today. The exhibition will be on at the Canadian Museum of Nature starting May 20th until January 8th 2023. This exhibition features more than 120 specimens, […]
Songs My Mother Taught Me
Songs My Mother Taught Me is a musical tribute for Mother’s Day that will take place in the Southam Hall of the National Arts Centre on May 7th 2022 at 1:30pm. This Mothers’ Day, join the NAC Orchestra and guest conductor Naomi Woo for 50 magical minutes of music that celebrate and honour mothers of every generation. […]
Bugs Alive exhibition opens at Museum of Nature
Amazing leafcutter ants and other live creatures featured in Bugs Alive exhibition at Canadian Museum of Nature The Canadian Museum of Nature has some new residents, and some of them just can’t sit still. Leafcutter ants—industrious, remarkable insects that work around the clock —are the star attraction in Bugs Alive, a permanent exhibition of live insects and arachnids that opened on […]
The Story of Babar, the Little Elephant
The story of Babar is a bilingual in person event part of the Kinderconcert Series at the NAC that will be held on March 6th at 11am, 1:30pm and 3pm. Featuring the music of Francis Poulenc, one of France’s greatest composers, this show presents the remarkable story of King Babar. Majestic, entertaining, and moving, this […]
Omega Park
Looking for a great family activity this winter. Omega Park is sure to be a hit for kids of all ages. This park located just north of Montebello (approximately 1 hour drive from Ottawa) offers a 17-km car trail through the park will allow you to get up close and personal with a variety of […]
River Oak Skating Trails
Come enjoy the great outdoors with the family and experience the best winter has to offer by skating on an enchanting 2.6km long trail through orchards, meadows and forests! Skate or walk on the 2.6km trail through the orchards, bring your hockey stick and work on your handling, come inside and have a hot chocolate […]