Join St Paul Ottawa for a three-day journey exploring assemblage art— artwork made by gathering common everyday objects and putting them together into an artful composition. Professional artist Karen Goetzinger will introduce children ages 8-14 to famous assemblage artists Louise Nevelson and Joseph Cornell. During the three days, they will create two projects using cardboard, […]
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!! SUMMER 2022. From filming auditions to getting a pro demo reel, your kids will get the real life experience on what it’s like to become a screen actor! Your kids will have a blast mastering their on-camera acting skills! At the end of the course, they will get to act in the […]
Thinking of going camping with children? Check out these amazing family campgrounds within 3 hours drive from Ottawa. Cardinal KOA is located an hour away from downtown Ottawa. The whole campground is family oriented, amenities for kids include a heated pool, a splashpad, a kids climbing wall, a big bouncer, a mini golf and a […]
With this heat, why not spend the day cooling off and relaxing on one of these 5 kid-friendly beaches in the Ottawa area! Brittania Beach on Carling Avenue is located on the Ottawa River at Brittania Bay. The beach is maintained by the city of Ottawa and is great for the whole family to enjoy. […]
With this heat, it’s a great idea to go cool off at a local splashpad! Here are the top 5 splashpads in Ottawa. Brewer Park Splashpad in Ottawa Brewer Park Splashpad is by far one of the best park in the city! The splash pads has tons of water fountains, water jets and buckets and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Time to gather your team for the 24h Tremblant 2022! A 24-hour relay challenge where proceeds go to CHEO Foundation! Great fun for a great cause! Event Summary: 24h Tremblant is the region’s most exciting and impactful winter sport event! Set to take place the weekend of December 9-11, 2022, teams of 6 to 12 participants […]
Carbide Willson Ruins is a fun family hike in the Gatineau Park that the kids are sure to enjoy! Carbide Wilson Ruins area historical gem by the shores of Meech Lake in the Gatineau Park. You can visit the ruin and view the Meech Lake falls. To visit the ruins, you need to take trail […]
Pirate Life in Ottawa/Gatineau is a 75 minute interactive pirate-theatre cruise on a real pirate ship! Kids and adults receive a new pirate name, dress up in pirate gear & face painting tattoos will be done at home prior to the sailing to limiting interaction with cast. Activities during the 75 minute cruise include: discovering […]
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 […]
Going out to one of the fairs in the Ottawa area this summer can be a fun day for the whole family with kids shows, petting zoos, amusement rides, truck shows, contest and concerts! Ottawa Kids has compiled a list of the upcoming 2022 summer fairs in the Ottawa area: July 15th to 17th 2022: […]
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 […]
June has many family friendly festivals, fairs & outdoor events for the whole family to enjoy! The annual Blackburn Hamlett Funfair will be on from June 3rd to 5th 2022 with a movie night, a softball & volleyball tournament, a parade, a used book sale, face painting, bouncy castles, live entertainment, Little Ray’s Reptiles and much […]
Victoria Day weekend is this weekend! Here are some great events for the whole family to enjoy this weekend! Mexico in the Glebe: on Friday May 20th from 6pm to midnight at Aberdeen Pavilion. Mexico in The Glebe presents a Mariachi Band coming straight from Mexico with live music, Folkloric dancers and food. Ottawa […]
Chateau Montebello is a family friendly resort located in Montebello, about 1 hour away from Ottawa. It’s an awesome summer family getaway and with all the great activities, you’ll have the feeling you’re staying in a resort down South! If you are looking for a perfect family getaway not too far from home, Chateau Montebello […]
Registration for summer camps offered by the city of Ottawa will be on Wednesday May 11th at 9PM. These camps will run from Monday July 4th to Friday September 2nd 2022. The cost varies depending on each camp. You can choose from general camps to amazing specialized camps such as sports camps, vet camp, chef […]