Celebrate Dad and all the Dad-figures on Sunday, June 16th 2024. Here are some ideas on how to spend a special day in and around Ottawa. Father’s Day Car Show Billings Estate National Historic Site will be open June 16 from 10 am to 3 pm for the Father’s Day Car Show. Treat your dad, […]
The 2023 edition of the Tulip Festival will take place at Commissioners park from May 10th to 20th 2024. 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 […]
We’re sharing the best Easter events & activities in Ottawa Easter at the Bunker Search for signs of spring and see what treats the Easter Bunny has left behind for you as you explore our four-storey Cold War bunker turned museum. Decorate an egg at our craft station, plant some seeds to take home with […]
Mark your calendars, registration for spring and summer recreation classes offered by the city of Ottawa is happening soon! For swim programs, registration will start Tuesday February 13th 2024 at 9 pm online For non-aquatic programs, registration will start Thursday February 15th at 9 pm online Make sure you have you wish list ready!! To register, City of […]
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 […]
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 […]
With Easter just a week away, here are some awesome kid friendly Easter activities happening in the Ottawa area! Enjoy a breakfast with the Easter Bunny on April 9th 2022 from 9 to 11am in Smith Fall. Activities will include: Easter crafts, egg hunt, photo booth, a petting zoo and pony rides. Tickets will be […]
With spring finally here, we have compiled for you a list of family fun activities during the month of April in Ottawa. Sugar Season at the Museoparc Vanier will be held virtually from April 1st to 9th 2022. The Mini Pop Kids will be live at Meridian Centrepointe Theatres on April 2nd from 2pm to 4pm. […]
Easter at the Bunker The secret is out… the Easter Bunny will hide eggs at the Diefenbunker Museum over Easter weekend! You’re invited to explore the Bunker with a unique twist on your typical Easter Egg Hunt. Book online to guarantee your admission, as spaces are limited. Easter at the Farm Easter activities will take […]
It’s that time of the year again…..The sap will start to flow soon and visiting a sugar bush is a great family activity. Some farms even offer tours and activities for families. Be sure to call ahead of time and make reservations. Bean Town is located in Plantagenet will be open March 14th to April […]
During the Canadian Tulip Festival, spring into the Museum for some special activities. It’s not all about flowers, either, though there will be lots of that. Guided tours on unusual money, an interactive presentation on e-money and crypto assets, kids’ self-discovery adventures and lots of paper crafts will be on the menu for this year’s […]
Each spring, consignment sale events take place in the Ottawa area. This is a great way for families to buy gently used clothes, shoes, baby gear, toys and much more at a great price. These consignment sales are also a great opportunity for families to off-load their own outgrown items for some extra cash. Here […]
The annual Spring Fling Fundraiser in support of the Glebe Co-operative Nursery School will be held on Sunday June 3rd 2018 from 10am to 1pm outside of the Glebe Community Centre. Bring your kids to enjoy crafts & games, face painting, and live kids entertainment. There will also be a BBQ to enjoy. Price is […]
With March Break 2017 right around the corner, here are some awesome activities to keep your kids busy! Take your kids to the movies for only 3$ with the March Movie Break offered by Landmark Cinemas. Indigo – Chapters are offering FREE March Break events Monday to Friday at 11am. Monday: Qixels Craft Day Tuesday: […]
Looking for a cheap indoor activity for your kids during March break? Landmark Cinemas is offering select family flicks at just 3$ MONSTERS VS ALIENS A woman transformed into a giant after she is struck by a meteorite on her wedding day becomes part of a team of monsters sent in by the U.S. […]
March Break is here and for those of you staying in town, we’ve gathered as many activities as possible for you to keep your kids busy! FREE ACTIVITIES Hazeldean Mall will have a week loaded with great shows for the kids (shows will be at 11am and 1pm): Monday March 14th: Professional Magician, Mr. Smith including audience […]