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 […]
Don’t miss Winter Lights Across Canada that kicks off on December 7th, 2023 to January 7th 2024. Be amazed by the thousand of lights that will brighten Canada’s Capital from December 7th to January 7th 2024! From Ottawa to Gatineau, you will be able to follow an illuminated route and admire sites and monuments along […]
Head out to Saunders Farm for their Holiday Light Stroll – a stunning walking trail adorned with thousands of colourful lights and music on their beautiful 180-year-old family farm. NIGHTTIME ATTRACTIONS: Discover the walk-through Holiday Light Stroll Bonfires Christmas Activity Stations (ornament decorating, cookie decorating, write a letter to Santa) Photos with holiday displays Visit the Elf […]
During the holiday season, there are tons of places to see Santa Claus in the Ottawa area. Have your picture taken with Santa Claus Starting mid November, Santa will be in all the malls across Ottawa, check their website for Santa’s hours. Most shopping centres require reservations ahead of time! Bayshore Shopping Centre Billings Bridge […]
Halloween is just around the corner! Here are some amazing family friendly events in the Ottawa area Halloween Howl Market will be held at the Shenkman Center on October 26th 2024 from 10 am to 3pm. This event is FREE and family oriented. Wickedly Westboro will take place along Richmond Road from October 14th to […]
You are cordially invited to The Snow Ball! All proceeds go to Make-A-Wish, a Canadian charity that grants magical wishes to children in need across the country! Enter a world of magic and wonder at The Snow Ball this November! Watch your children’s faces light up as they meet their favourite characters at a beautiful venue and […]
Fall Rhapsody in the Gatineau Park. Come enjoy the beautiful fall colours in the Gatineau Park from September 30th to October 22nd 2023. Since it is a very popular event, the NCC will have free shuttles from downtown Ottawa and Gatineau that will take you to Pink Lake, King Mountain and Champlain Lookout. Camp Fortune […]
Pumpkin Days 2023 will be on at Saunders Farm from September 23rd to October 31st 2023. Tickets need to be purchased online in advance. This years outdoor activities will include: The Haunted Hayride which is mildly scary, but if the kids (or parents) are nervous you can take the pumpkin patch hayride. Pumpkin Patch Wagon Ride where you can […]
The month of October is the perfect time to create jack-o-lanterns with your kids. Find out the best places to go pumpkin picking in the Ottawa area. Abby Hill Farms 1490 Bankfield Road, Kars, ON. 613-692-6277 Cannamore Orchard County Rd 32, Cannamore, ON K0A 1R0. 613-448-3633 Home of the Acres of Terror Miller’s Farm and Market 6158 Rideau Valley Dr […]
Fall is one of the best season’s to visit Parc Omega! Not only you will be able to get up close with various Canadian wildlife in the beautiful fall colours but it’s also the mating season for the Elks so you will have a chance to hear their rutting call. Parc Omega is not a […]
The Latin Sparks Festival is bringing the SUMMER HEAT to downtown Ottawa this year for it’s 10 year anniversary! Join thousands at LeBreton Flats on Saturday, September 9, 2023 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 & […]
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 […]
The 36th edition of the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival 2023 will be held from Thursday August 1st to Monday September 4th 2023 at La Baie park in Gatineau. Come with your children to watch a spectacular hot air balloon lift off or simply enjoy any of the shows and activities offered during the weekend. […]
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 […]
The Casino du Lac Leamy Sound of Light is a beautiful international fireworks competition that will delight the whole family. The 2023 edition of the Casino du Lac Leamy’s Sound of Light will have 6 firework displays from 4 countries and the Grande Finale. The Sound of Light will be held from August 2nd to […]
This years Busker Fest is set out to be an incredible edition with an amazing lineup of performers as well as face painting, balloon artists, music and more!! The Ottawa International Buskerfest will be taking place on Sparks Street for the 30th year from August 4th to 7th! 4 DAYS / 4 STAGES / 20+ PERFORMERS!! World […]
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 […]