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GROTTO: The Bill Staubi Collection
50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5
Winter Count: Embracing the Cold
380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4
Winter Count: Embracing the Cold
380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4
Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts
380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, K1N 9N4
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre 1200 St Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario
Free
Week of Events
Butterflies in Flight
Step into a tropical paradise where over 100 live butterflies glide through lush greenery. Marvel at stunning species such as the blue morpho, swallowtails, and monarchs as pupae from Costa Rica and the Philippines transform into these beautiful creatures.Bright clothing may attract butterflies, offering a chance to admire them up close. On-site science interpreters share … Read more
GROTTO: The Bill Staubi Collection
Grotto features a selection of artworks donated by Bill Staubi to the OAG in 2024, honoring his support for queer artists and Ottawa’s contemporary art scene. The exhibition explores themes of queer identity, community, and activism, inspired by Staubi’s iconic, personal grotto installation. This collection offers a powerful exploration of human connection.
Qikiqtait
Discover Qikiqtait: Where Inuit Knowledge and Innovation Come Together, a groundbreaking exhibition showcasing the leadership of the Sanikiluarmiut of Sanikiluaq. Through research, education, environmental stewardship, and the harvesting of eider down — the warmest feather in the world — this exhibition highlights their innovation and resilience. Developed by the Arctic Eider Society with the Canadian … Read more
No Place at Corridor 45|75
No Place is an exhibition by Ottawa-Gatineau artist Shannon Whittle featuring a series of reproduced and reconfigured paintings of imagined landscapes. Drawing on historical landscape painting, media imagery, and personal experience, Whittle explores the delicate interconnections of ecosystems threatened by the climate crisis and human activity. Her layered, textural works evoke both grief and hope, … Read more
And I Have Come Upon This Place by Lost Ways
Step off the main road of time and explore new worlds with And I Have Come Upon This Place by Lost Ways. This exhibition weaves memory, speculation, and myth to imagine futures shaped in the present, drawing on ancestral knowledge, intuition, and the unknown. Experience works by Rah Eleh, Kite and Alisha B Wormsley, Adrienne … Read more
And I Have Come Upon This Place by Lost Ways
Step off the main road of time and explore new worlds with And I Have Come Upon This Place by Lost Ways. This exhibition weaves memory, speculation, and myth to imagine futures shaped in the present, drawing on ancestral knowledge, intuition, and the unknown. Experience works by Rah Eleh, Kite and Alisha B Wormsley, Adrienne … Read more
Winter Count: Embracing the Cold
Explore Winter Count: Embracing the Cold, an exhibition highlighting winter’s influence across cultures and artistic traditions. Featuring over 150 works, it presents Indigenous, Canadian, and European perspectives. Visitors can discover how painters from Canada and Europe capture the effects of light on snow, revealing a shared visual language shaped by the season.
Winter Count: Embracing the Cold
Explore Winter Count: Embracing the Cold, an exhibition highlighting winter’s influence across cultures and artistic traditions. Featuring over 150 works, it presents Indigenous, Canadian, and European perspectives. Visitors can discover how painters from Canada and Europe capture the effects of light on snow, revealing a shared visual language shaped by the season.
Lansdowne Park Skating Court
Enjoy free ice skating 7 days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Don’t forget to bring your own skates!
Lansdowne Park Skating Court
Enjoy free ice skating 7 days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Don’t forget to bring your own skates!
Ottawa Charge
Experience the Ottawa Charge – Ottawa’s professional women’s hockey team!The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is redefining the game, uniting the world’s top female hockey talent in a groundbreaking league. Ottawa’s team made its debut in the electrifying 2023-2024 season, captivating the capital with thrilling performances.Now known as the Ottawa Charge, this powerhouse team is … Read more
Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts
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 are this country’s most prestigious distinction for the artists, curators and craftspeople who make up Canada’s vibrant visual and media arts community. Up to eight … Read more
Rink of Dreams
Enjoy free ice skating on a refrigerated ice surface 7 days a week from 9:00am to 11:00pm.
Rink of Dreams
Enjoy free ice skating on a refrigerated ice surface 7 days a week from 9:00am to 11:00pm.
Camera and the City
Drawing from the National Gallery of Canada’s rich collection, Camera and the City showcases photographers who reveal the many facets of urban life. Divided into three sections, the exhibition explores the city as movement and theatre, as an idea, and as community. It captures the city’s energy and constant change, conceptualizes urban spaces shaped by … Read more
Camera and the City
Drawing from the National Gallery of Canada’s rich collection, Camera and the City showcases photographers who reveal the many facets of urban life. Divided into three sections, the exhibition explores the city as movement and theatre, as an idea, and as community. It captures the city’s energy and constant change, conceptualizes urban spaces shaped by … Read more
Sylvia Safdie: TERRA
Sylvia Safdie: TERRA showcases the work of Montreal-based artist Sylvia Safdie, featuring paintings, sculpture, and video. Her work explores memory, dislocation, and the passage of time, often drawing on natural and human-made materials. Safdie combines these elements in unexpected ways, creating symbolic and transformative meanings. Earth – terra – remains a central and enduring material … Read more
Rideau Canal Skateway
Every winter, the Rideau Canal turns into the Rideau Canal Skateway, aka, the world’s largest skating rink! From roughly January to late February or March, you can skate any section of the 7.8 kilometres (4.8 miles) thanks to its universally accessible ramps and facilities.Starting (or ending!) downtown and winding its way to Dow’s Lake, the … Read more
Outdoor Skating – Rideau Hall
Bring your skates and glide on this historic rink established in 1872. (Hockey is not permitted.) Weather permitting.
Dueling Pianos with Jeff Rogers & Mellow Dee
Enjoy an evening of Dueling Pianos featuring Jeff Rogers and Mellow Dee. Seating is allocated based on group size and availability, with larger tables shared between groups to create a lively, social atmosphere. Food and drinks are available throughout the event, complemented by Wine Wednesday specials including half-litre pours, select bottles at a reduced price, … Read more
Le Petit Chef
Le Petit Chef brings its imaginative dining experience to Ottawa, blending 3D projection with creative gastronomy. Guests enjoy a playful animated chef who appears on their plates between courses, adding whimsy to the meal. The event pairs visual storytelling with dishes crafted by the Hilton Garden Inn’s culinary team. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Capital Wedding Show
Your dream wedding starts at the Capital Wedding Show! This premier event gathers the finest wedding professionals from Ottawa and Gatineau under one roof for an unforgettable planning experience. Meet face-to-face with experts, share your vision and let them bring your dreams to life. With a fashion show, grand prizes, featured displays, entertainment, samples, tastings, … Read more
January 19, 2026
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The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest. 📅 Event Hours Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September … Read more
Free
January 20, 2026
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The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest. 📅 Event Hours Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September … Read more
Free
January 21, 2026
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The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest. 📅 Event Hours Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September … Read more
Free
January 22, 2026
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The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest. 📅 Event Hours Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September … Read more
Free
January 23, 2026
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The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest. 📅 Event Hours Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September … Read more
Free
January 24, 2026
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The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest. 📅 Event Hours Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September … Read more
Free
January 25, 2026
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The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre Discover your fall style with The Shop List, running September 16–30 alongside our Share It to Win It Contest for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree! ✨Visit the Rules and Regulations for more information about the contest. 📅 Event Hours Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September … Read more
Free
January 25, 2026
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Stories and Sweets: Celebrating Black History
Stories and Sweets: Celebrating Black History
Stories & Sweets: Celebrating Black History is an immersive cultural experience at the Shenkman Arts Centre. Enjoy a vibrant vendor market, live performances, spoken word, and a panel discussion led by Black creatives and professionals. The event celebrates community, creativity, and the voices and artistry of Black Canadians. It’s an afternoon of culture, connection, and … Read more