Cultural events

This exhibition highlights a selection of works of art by First Nations and Métis artists from the Canada Council Art Bank collection. The Art Bank, which has proudly featured works  … Read more

In collaboration with the Sobey Art Foundation, the National Gallery of Canada is proud to present works by artists from across the country who have been shortlisted for this year's  … Read more

Launched in 1999, the Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts (GGArts) celebrate the exceptional careers of Canadian artists. Administered by the Canada Council for the Arts, the Awards  … Read more

Explore alternative perspectives on climate change and its impacts in The Air of the Now and Gone. This thought-provoking exhibition challenges pervasive narratives of crisis and despair, instead inviting visitors  … Read more

This exhibition brings together artists Kanna Anigbogu, Abdul Hamid Kanu Jr. and Don Kwan to explore memory, cultural history and the diasporic experience. Through black-and-white photography, digital art and mixed  … Read more

Discover the legacy of the beaver, a Canadian icon for 50 years! From our nickels to national parks, the beaver is woven into Canadian life. Beaver Tales invites you to  … Read more

The Witness Blanket, a travelling exhibition from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, features a full-scale photographic replica of Carey Newman’s original art installation honouring the resilience of Survivors of  … Read more

Spring is in the air at the Hints of Spring Art Show! Explore a vibrant mix of paintings, photography, sculpture, pottery, and more—available directly from the artists! With fresh creativity  … Read more

This March Break, dive right into the spectacular First World War camouflage style known as “Razzle Dazzle.” Drop in to the family activity centre in the Museum’s Lobby to create  … Read more

Get ready for an out-of-this-world March Break!Explore the wonders of space with hands-on activities like creating craters, piloting drones in our Drone Zone and crafting your own space-themed pop-up cards.  … Read more

Fly daily during March Break and see Parliament Hill and downtown Ottawa from the air, starting at only $48 per person!

Celebrate March Break at the museum with exciting activities for the whole family! Enjoy daily demonstrations featuring live animals and fascinating facts. Explore the wonders of maple syrup in the  … Read more

This March Break, enjoy an exciting blend of science and play. Explore a variety of fun experiments and activities that spark curiosity. Get creative at the giant cardboard play area  … Read more

Take a wagon ride out to the sugarbush. See how maple syrup is made. Then take a walk through the trails of the sugar maples.

Watch maple syrup being made and enjoy the results! Activities include sleigh rides, maple taffy and other food products, walking trails, campfires, tobogganing, maple spa products, and more!

Enjoy farm and sugarbush activities as well as outdoor fun and a farm store. 

Go underground for an unforgettable March Break adventure. Explore Canada’s Cold War history in a four-storey bunker, take a guided tour, crack secret codes, create crafts and hunt for clues.  … Read more

All aboard for miniature marvels! Watch tiny trains chug through stunning landscapes in Tracks and Trains: Railroads in Miniature. Built by the Ottawa Valley HOTRAK Club, this HO-scale display brings  … Read more

Stanley's invites you to experience a sweet slice of history at its 200 year old farm where they have been welcoming all since 1993. You can visit the heritage sugarshack  … Read more

This event was founded by the Canadian Film Institute in response to the City’s growing production industry.

44.4 Mother/Artist Collective presents Don’t Worry, I’ll Only Show You the Good Parts, an intimate exploration of the ambitions, challenges, and realities of motherhood and artistry. Featuring 12 local artists,  … Read more

This family friendly musical production celebrates all things Canadian! The two-hour show features famous characters singing Canadian hits, plus an optional Canadian meal.   During Oh Canada Eh? Ottawa, you’ll  … Read more

Live Irish and Maritime Pub music by the Hunks and Punks Irish Band to celebrates St. Paddy's Day! 

Many similiar shows operate in Southern Ontario but the Ottawa Nostalgia & Collectible Show is the only major show of its kind in Eastern Ontario.More than 50 top dealers exhibit  … Read more

From the heart of the land to the heart of the city! Connect with 85+ local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Pavilion every Sunday. Shop for the freshest seasonal produce,  … Read more