Head to Calabogie Peaks to embrace the beauty of autumn from the best view in the Ottawa Valley! Take the chairlift to the top of the mountain and hike your way down, or hop off at the top to snap a few pictures of the sky-high view before riding the chair back down to the […]
Top Thanksgiving weekend activities in the Ottawa area
Thanksgiving weekend is here and it’s a great time to enjoy some family fun outdoor and indoor activities before the arrival of winter! Get ready for Halloween, go to a pumpkin patch where your children can pick their own pumpkin and then either paint or carve them. Haunting Season at Saunders Farm is on Thanksgiving […]
Annual Biology Butterfly Show
The 25th Annual Biology Butterfly Show will be held from Saturday October 5th to Sunday October 13th 2024 at Carleton University. The 25th Annual Biology Butterfly Show will be held in the Nesbitt Biology Building from October 5th to 13th 2024 from 9am to 3pm. Members of the public may, however only attend in person […]
PumpkinFest 2024
Plan to spend the weekend in Carleton Place to celebrate PumpkinFest 2024! Start your adventure on FRIDAY OCTOBER 4:Oktoberfest Dinner & Dance- presented by St James Church Guided Ghost Tour- presented by the Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum Sidewalk Sales throughout the Downtown Core & Locally Made Market @ The Market Square Pavilion. Musical […]
Discovery Sundays at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
The Ottawa Valley Live Steamers and Model Engineers(link is external) are back at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum on September 29th 2024! Head to the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum for a day filled with special themed programming and activities, including a chance to see the OVLSME’s large-scale model locomotives in action—always a fan favourite for kids and adults […]
Apple picking in the Ottawa area
It’s almost the season for apple picking in the Ottawa area, here is a list of where to go for this great family outing. It is recommended to call ahead of time for apple picking conditions Apple Stock Orchard 1341 Merkley Road, Winchester, ON. 613-774-0594 Avonmore Berry Farm 16365 Fourth Rd, Avonmore, ON, K0C 1C. 613-346-5414 Cannamore Orchard 1480 […]
30th annual Pumpkin Fest at Proulx Farm
The 30th annual Pumpkin Fest at Proulx Farm will be held from September 15th to October 27th 2024. Children of all ages will love seeing the farm transformed into a giant Halloween playground! Activities for the 30th annual Pumpkin Fest at Proulx Farm include: Face-painting artists Hay structures Tree house and slides John Deere tricycle […]
The Latin Sparks Festival
The Latin Sparks Festival is bringing the SUMMER HEAT to downtown Ottawa this year! Join thousands at LeBreton Flats on Saturday, September 7, 2024 and immerse yourself in the sizzle and spice of Latin culture. Expect to move, sweat, and have one epic experience!! Live On-Stage Music – Salsa & Bachata create the ultimate hot […]
Summer Fun Fest
Celebrate the end of Summer with us at our exciting Summer Fun Fest! This special event is designed to give children aged 4-12 a memorable evening filled with fun and laughter before the school year begins. From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday August 24th, the evening will include a variety of engaging activities. […]
Pumpkins After Dark
Pumpkins After Dark is Ottawa’s newest Halloween tradition in Wesley Clover Park! Pumpkins After Dark is Canada’s largest Halloween festival. This one-of-a-kind walk-through experience is the must-see event of the fall season. Come explore the magical pathway of over 10,000+ hand-carved lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds, and special effects. You can also […]
Experience the Magic of the Summer Solstice at Ottawa Farm Fresh
As the sun reaches its highest point in the sky, marking the official arrival of summer, Ottawa Farm Fresh invites you to join us for a day filled with joy, connection, and celebration of nature’s abundance Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024Time: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMLocation: Ottawa Farm Fresh – 2811 Ramsayville Rd. Come together […]
FREE Gym Passes for Teens
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 […]
Canada Day Activities in the Ottawa Area
Here is a list of great activities happening in and around Ottawa on Canada Day 2024! There will be something for everyone to enjoy on for Canada Day in Ottawa! This year the celebrations will mostly take place at LeBreton Flats Park from 9am to 10:30pm. OHHH Canada Kids Festival Jeunesse is the newest Canada […]
Family Fun in Ottawa during the month of June 2024
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 […]
Father’s Day activities in the Ottawa area
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, […]
Doors Open Ottawa 2024
Come explore Ottawa’s architecture, culture & history for FREE during the 2024 edition of Doors Open Ottawa which will be held June 1 & 2. To access this year’s full building list, including in-person participation times, descriptions, photos, and virtual tours, please visit the Doors Open Ottawa 2024 building list Here are some great family friendly […]
Summer at Saunders Farm
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 […]
Summer Family Retreat at Chateau Montebello
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 […]