Family friendly free activities in the Ottawa area
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 […]
Experience the magic and music of OrKidstra this spring at what Ottawa is calling the “BEST Concert!” Join us on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 6:30 PM
From now through to August 31st 2024, teens between the ages of 14 to 19 can get a FREE gym pass at Planet Fitness Teens can work out or access fitness classes for FREE from June 1st through August 31st 2024. When registering, teens must sign up for a specific location and are not permitted […]
Ryan Farm Park in Nepean is celebrating Family Day with a day filled with fun and games! Head down to Ryan Farm Park on February 19th 2024 from 1pm to 4pm. Activities include: Live music, singing and dancing around the fire! Tug of war Potato sac races Bring your toboggans Build a snowman or a […]
Lace up your skates and head to The Arena at TD Place for a delightful day of skating! The public skate will take place on December 28th from 9:30am to 11:00am, pre-registration is encouraged (click here) It is required to bring your own skating equipment as rentals will not be available on site. This public […]
With snow finally here, we have compiled a list of the best sledding hills in the Ottawa area that have been approved by the City of Ottawa Bruce Pit is located in the Stony Swamp section of the Greenbelt. The hill is not lit at night. Carlington Park is located behind the huge Canadian Tire […]
The Rink of Dreams is open to skaters until March 31st 2024 (weather permitting) The Rink of Dreams is a 12,500 square foot outdoor refrigerated ice surface located at Ottawa City Hall and a great free family activity to enjoy winter! It’s open everyday from 9am to 11pm (if the weather permits) and should remain […]
The EarlyON Child & Family Centre offers FREE activities for all parents and caregivers of children aged 0 to 6 years, residing in Ontario The EarlyON Child & Family Centre is regulated by the Ministry of Education and located at Mothercraft Ottawa’s Evered Avenue location. EarlyON Child and Family Centre offer: Drop-In Playgroups Information and […]
The PLAY FREE initiative by the city of Ottawa is to encourage youth to participate and get active! You can swim, skate and even visit museums for FREE! Children and teenagers (17 years old & younger) can swim, skate and visit museums for FREE. The dates are different for each category. Drop-in schedules vary by […]
As of July 1st, kids aged 12 and under can now ride for FREE on OC transpo buses and trains July 2nd marks the change to summer service on OC Transpo. As of July 1st, kids 12 & under will also be also to ride for FREE on OC Transpo buses, trains and on Para […]
The Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill is a great event for families with children of all ages in the summer! Northern Lights is the Sound and Light Show presented this summer Thursday through Monday evenings from July 7th to September 4th 2023 on Parliament Hill. This year the show will be closed Tuesdays […]
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 2023 in the Ottawa area. Friday July 7th at 8:30PM: The Princess Bride at Beechwood Cemetery (Capital Pop Up Cinema) Friday July 14th at 8:30PM: Singing […]
The Ottawa area has many hiking trails for family to enjoy fresh air and get connected with nature! 1/ Pink Lake Pink Lake is probably one of the Gatineau Park’s most popular hike and takes about one hour to complete. Although, the trail is a bit long and has many stairs (not stroller friendly!), the […]
Museums are always a great place to visit with children, however, it can become quite expensive to visit a museum . Here is a list of when to visit museums in Ottawa for FREE! Canada Agriculture and Food Museum: daily from 4 to 5 p.m. Canada Aviation and Space Museum: daily from 4 to 5 […]
Upcoming FREE performances at the NAC for the whole family to enjoy. The National Arts Centre will offer free performances. The schedule showcases theatre, dance, and music for kids of all ages. August 25th at 11am: Powwow Workout Class (family, dance workshops) August 26th at 11am: Street Art with the House of Pain T (family, […]
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 […]
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 […]