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 […]
June has many family friendly festivals, fairs & outdoor events for the whole family to enjoy! Italian Week will be held from June 5-16 2024 in and around the heart of Ottawa’s Little Italy! Events highlight all-things Italian from art, music , food and heritage! Pirate Life Ottawa invites you to the 1st annual Ottawa […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. Mountain Pipe Coaster The Mountain Pipe Coaster is the region’s newest attraction. You can speed down this 1km long monorail track up to […]
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 cheap indoor activity for your kids during the month of September? Cineplex Saturday family movies are offering family favorite films every Saturday mornings at 11am for just $2.99! SCHEDULE September 2nd 2023: TROLLS – VIEW TRAILER September 9th 2023: The Mitchells vs The Machines – VIEW TRAILER September 16th 2023: Chicken Run – VIEW […]
A Midsummer night’s scream will take place from August 11th to 13th at Saunders Farm Saunders Farm presents Midsummer Night’s Scream from August 11th to 13th 2023 6-10pm. Enjoy all the screams with warm weather!! Come and enjoy The Coven, Shambles, the NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN Sawmill, Street Theatre, Jumbo Jumpers and much more! Tickets can be purchased […]
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 […]
These hot summer days call for some delicious ice cream and Ottawa has no shortage of delicious ice cream shops! Here are 10 ice cream shops you’ll want to try before this summer’s over! 1/ The Merry Dairy Located at 102 Fairmont Avenue in Ottawa. They have a rotating menu of flavours available that include […]