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

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

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

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. 

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

 Vierge, written by Rachel Mutombo and directed by Dian Marie Bridge, is a GCTC co-production with Black Theatre Workshop that delves into the lives of four Congolese-Canadian girls navigating faith,  … Read more

A free open-access performing arts festival for Ottawa youth ages 16 to 25 to develop and produce original work. 

Get ready for A Mid-Semester Fever Dream, a comedic fairy tale where two students, lost in a magical forest, chase a wish-granting flower. Packed with humor, fantasy, and heart, this  … Read more

Experience powerful stories at the Ottawa Black Film Festival (OBFF)! Celebrating Black voices in cinema, OBFF showcases must-see films from around the world while sparking meaningful conversations. Discover, connect, and  … Read more

Plan the wedding of your dreams with this event that allows you to connect with vendors, photographers, planners, and more! Gather new inspiration for your décor, hairstyle, or ideal wedding  … 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

The Vanier Sugar Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary this year!Come get your maple fix at the Sugar Festival! Flagship event of the Museopark's public programming, the Vanier Sugar Festival celebrates  … Read more