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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Father’s Day Market and York Street Car Show is the perfect way to celebrate Dad.
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 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 […]
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. […]
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). […]
Celebrate winter in Ottawa during the Winterlude 2025 festival from January 31st to February 17th 2025. Three fun filled weekend of activities for the whole family to enjoy! Winterlude Sites: Snowflake Kingdom at Jacques Cartier Park in Gatineau will have TONS of FREE activities for children to enjoy with giant games, tube slides, a kiddie […]
The 2025 edition of the Greely Winter Carnival will be taking place January 30th to February 2nd 2025. Don’t miss the 2025 edition of the Greely Winter Carnival with tons of fun for the whole family to enjoy! Thursday January 30th from 6:30pm to 10pm: Charity Bingo ($$) Friday January 31st from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, […]
Friday November 29th 2024 Christmas in the Village – Manotick! Head to Manotick for a festive weekend filled with holiday spirit, seasonal activities! Vintage Village of Lights at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum from 4pm to 9pm. A great place to get in the Christmas spirit is the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum during their Vintage […]
Saturday, November 23rd 2024 The Museum’s Christmas Market at the Canadian Museum of History from 9am to 5pm. DO your holiday shopping at this festive market with nearly 100 exhibitors offering delicious treats and unique handcrafted creations. Admission is FREE and coat check complimentary. Frozen Party with Elsa and Olaf at Art Haven Kanata from […]
Alight at Night is Eastern Ontario’s biggest outdoor light festival with close to a million lights adorning the heritage buildings, trees and fences…a true winter wonderland for the whole family! Things to do Stop by Crysler Hall, newly decorated as Saint Nick’s Merry Mansion to visit a Victorian themed Santa Claus. The village fairgrounds are transformed into Twinkle […]
A Country Christmas at Saunders Farm is a perfect way to get in the Christmas spirit! A load of fun for the whole family! Kids will enjoy meeting Santa Claus and parents will be able to snap a picture! Hop on to the wagon, enjoy the ride and Christmas decorations & lights around the farm! […]
Osgoode’s Christmas in the Village offers two days of joyful holiday celebrations!