It’s almost the season for apple picking in the Ottawa area, here is a list of where to go for this great family outing. It is recommended to call ahead of time for apple picking conditions Apple Stock Orchard 1341 Merkley Road, Winchester, ON. 613-774-0594 Avonmore Berry Farm 16365 Fourth Rd, Avonmore, ON, K0C 1C. 613-346-5414 Cannamore Orchard 1480 […]
Category: SEASONAL ACTIVITIES
Labour Day Weekend Fun in Ottawa
Saturday August 30th Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival. Come watch a spectacular hot air balloon lift off or simply enjoy any of the shows and activities offered during the weekend. Head to the Stormont County Fair from August 29th to September 1st. Upper Canada Village is excited to welcome back its annual Horse Lovers’ Weekend. […]
Bells Corners Summer Bash
Head down to the Canadian Tire on Robertson Road on August 16 from 10am to 6pm for Bells Corners Summer Bash, a free, family-friendly community celebration. The summer bash will feature: Live music Local vendors and food trucks Kids’ activities and entertainment Giveaways, games, and more! Canadian Tire Parking Lot – 2135 Robertson Rd Saturday, August 16 | […]
Registration for fall 2025 classes in Ottawa
Mark your calendars, registration for fall 2025 classes offered by the city of Ottawa is happening soon! Ottawa FALL 2025 class registration: For all aquatic programs, registration will start Tuesday August 12th at 9 pm online For all other programs, registration will start Thursday August 14th at 9 pm online You can register online on […]
A Midsummer Night’s Scream
A Midsummer night’s scream will take place on August 9th 2025 from 6-10pm at Saunders Farm Saunders Farm presents Midsummer Night’s Scream on August 9th 2025 6-10pm. Enjoy all the screams with warm weather!! Come and enjoy 4 of your favourite haunted attractions. Comme get scared and enjoy this sneak peek version of FrightFest during […]
InterZip
InterZip is will be open until October 12th 2025 for it’s 5 season! Be ready to FLY OVER THE OTTAWA RIVER! InterZip allows riders to zip above the Ottawa River at more than 40 km/h on 430 metres of thin steel cable! You can ride this interprovincial zip line October 12th 2025. Tickets are 29.99$ […]
Summer at Saunders Farm
Saunders Farm is the most a-MAZE-ing farm in the world with tons of summer fun! Saunders Farm is open for their summer season! Attractions include: Jumbo Jumpers Mazes Splash Pad Farmer Bill’s Treehouse Pirate Ship Play structures Witch Mountain Slide Puppet Show Ziplines (Extra $) Wagon Rides Opening hours are from 10am to 4pm […]
Summer activities for kids in the Ottawa area
The Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill will run daily (weather permitting) at 10am between July 1st and August 20th 2025 and is always a great hit with kids in the summer. While downtown, take a visit of Parliament Hill. Explore the main Parliament Building through and 360 multimedia show. Tickets are FREE of […]
Escape Backpack Game at Mackenzie King Estate
More than an escape room, head over to Mackenzie King Estate for an escape estate and uncover the mysteries that lie within the cottages and ruins. Escape Backpack game at Mackenzie King Estate is more than just a game, this experience allows you to learn while having fun. This challenge combines reflection, exploration and concentration […]
FREE Outdoor Family Movies in Ottawa
Outdoor movies are a great free family friendly event during the summer! Ottawa Kids has compiled a list of outdoor family friendly movies that will be screened this summer 2025 in the Ottawa area. Thursday July 10 at 8:30PM: Captain America at Algonquin College (Algonquin Student Association) Friday July 11 at 8:30PM: Speed at Sparks Street (Capital […]
Father’s Day Market and York Street Car Show
The Father’s Day Market and York Street Car Show is the perfect way to celebrate Dad.
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 […]
Pirate Fest
Yo ho ho there mateys! Pirate Life invites you to their Pirate Fest on July 5, 2025 from 10am to 5pm! Learn how to sword fight with pool noodle swords, bring your lunch and picnic with a pirate, see a fantastic puppet show, make pirate flags, get your face painted, compete in our pirate costume […]
Canadian Sunset Ceremonies
The Sunset Ceremonies is a time-honored tradition in Ottawa that features the world famous RCMP Musical Ride as they take part in the flag lowering ceremony. This year the Sunset Ceremonies will be held from June 26th to 29th 2025. The RCMP Musical Ride is formed of 32 riders and their horses. Watch formations and […]
Strawberry picking in the Ottawa area
Strawberry picking season is here!!!! The season usually starts mid June until mid July however, it is best to call before going to make sure the conditions are right. Acorn Creek Garden Farm; 928 Acorn Creek Road, Carp. 613-836-2613 Avanmore Berry Farm; 16365 4 Road, Avomore. 613-346-2336 Duquette Strawberries; 2236 Champlain, Clarence Creek. 613-488-3284 Ferme […]
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 […]
Animal Tracking on Snowshoes in Gatineau Park
Take a FREE snowshoe hike in the Gatineau Park with a nature guide to find animal tracks and learn how they live in the winter. This activity is 2 hours long and aimed for kids 9 years and older. It is FREE and snowshoes are provided! The hike will depart at the Gatineau Visitor Centre. […]
Top 3 Kid Friendly Ski Hills in the Ottawa area
With all the fresh snow that has just fallen, it’s the perfect time to enjoy some downhill skiing! CAMP FORTUNE Camp Fortune is located Chemin Dunlop, Chelsea, Quebec in the Gatineau Park which is only about 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa. It offers day & night skiing until 10pm everyday except for Sundays (closes at 4pm). […]