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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
Marking 25 years since his return, this commemorative panel exhibition reflects on the legacy of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and its role in national remembrance.
Discover Resistant Fibres, a new exhibition at Âjagemô showcasing textile art as a powerful form of protest, celebration, and healing. Curated by Julie Graff, this display features works from the Canada Council Art Bank collection from June 17, 2025, to May 19, 2026.
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
Enjoy free ice skating 7 days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Don’t forget to bring your own skates!
Enjoy free ice skating 7 days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Don’t forget to bring your own skates!
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
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
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
Enjoy free ice skating on a refrigerated ice surface 7 days a week from 9:00am to 11:00pm.
Enjoy free ice skating on a refrigerated ice surface 7 days a week from 9:00am to 11:00pm.
Enjoy free ice skating on a refrigerated ice surface 7 days a week from 9:00am to 11:00pm.
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
This exhibition brings together work by Angelina Barrucco, Barry Pottle, and Laura Taler in a presentation that honours the legacy of Yousuf Karsh and Malak Karsh while continuing a tradition of mentorship and lens based experimentation.Selected by 2023 Karsh Award laureate Christine Fitzgerald, the featured artists explore contemporary themes through photography and photo driven processes. … 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!
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 to learn how Maple Syrup is made or hop on a tractor-drawn ride to see parts of the sugarbush not accessible on foot. Make sure … Read more
Enjoy farm and sugarbush activities as well as outdoor fun and a farm store.
This year's festival, as part of their ongoing rebuilding year, will feature a wide range of award-winning performers in English and French. A mix of readings and performances will allow participants and poets to gather once more under the roofs of some iconic Ottawa establishments. Read on for full location details. At this year's festival, … Read more
Get Ready for the 2026 Canadian Ringette Championships! Ottawa will host this prestigious event, where the best women ringette athletes from across Canada will compete for national glory!
From Tomson Highway, award-winning Indigenous playwright of The Rez Sisters and Dry Lips Oughta Move to Kapuskasing, comes the musical Rose, the deeply moving and fiercely funny third chapter in his acclaimed “rez” cycle. NAC Indigenous Theatre is honoured to bring to the stage the professional world premiere!
Composed as First World War raged across Europe, Maurice Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin reaches across time to honour the popular dances of 18th-century composer François Couperin. Dmitri Shostakovich’s Third String Quartet takes on new life as a chamber symphony—featuring strings, harp, and solo woodwinds—arranged by the composer’s close friend Rudolph Barshai. And Darren Hicks, the NAC … Read more
Get ready to celebrate all things anime! Anime Ottawa brings fans together for epic cosplay, artist showcases, gaming, and more. Meet creators, explore the Exhibition Hall, and dive into the best of anime and pop culture. Whether you're a longtime fan or just curious, this is the place to be!
Celebrate Easter with fun activities around the farm. Admission includes an Easter egg hunt in the forest and a scenic wagon ride. Enjoy a visit with the farm animals, including bunnies, and explore the kids’ play areas. Don't miss this festive weekend filled with springtime fun for the whole family.
Partake in this annual Easter Egg Hunt while enjoy the company of a wide variety of animals and birds up close, such as alpacas to zebus, goats to geese
Celebrate spring with a family-friendly Easter experience on the farm. Visitors can enjoy seasonal activities such as crafts, wagon rides, scavenger hunts, and opportunities to meet baby farm animals. Indoor and outdoor programming creates a welcoming environment for families to explore, play, and celebrate the season together in a rural setting.
After a long winter, the barns are buzzing with new life. Welcome soft lambs, observe fluffy newly hatched chicks and turkey poults up close, and learn about the transformation of cacao beans into chocolate—complete with a delicious sample. Visit the All About Eggs room to admire beautifully decorated eggs, and let kids of all ages … Read more
Enjoy free entry and parking as you explore over 45 local producers.Browse fresh veggies, fruits, honey, maple syrup, oils, hot sauces, home décor, preserves, baked goods, and prepared foods. Don't miss out on beautiful jewelry, soaps, and candles.It’s the perfect shopping day for the Easter holiday, and best of all, you’ll be supporting local producers.
Enjoy pancake breakfasts, sugarbush trails, sugar-making demonstrations, taffy on snow, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and more throughout the province of Ontario.
Celebrate spring at the Carp Farmers' Market’s Easter Market! Free parking and admission make it a day of fun for the whole family!
Celebrate spring at Easter at the Estate with hands-on family activities. Create an Easter craft, test your skills in an egg and spoon race, get creative with a planting activity, and meet adorable animal friends from the Zoo Crew. Best suited for kids aged 3 to 8, with fun for the whole family.Advance registration is … Read more
Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt for both kids and kids at heart! Help the Easter Bunny find all of the lost Easter eggs. Once you have returned the eggs to the Bunnies they will reward you for your help!
Spring has sprung at the Diefenbunker Museum, and it's time for some springtime family fun underground!Visitors are invited to explore the four-storey Cold War bunker while searching for signs of spring. The scavenger hunt includes camouflaged Easter eggs and flowers and guests can decorate a butterfly or an egg at the craft station. Small treats … Read more
Hop Into Spring is a family-friendly celebration welcoming the arrival of the season at a historic heritage village. Visitors can explore interactive activities, meet animals, enjoy themed games, and take part in a seasonal scavenger hunt while discovering how communities traditionally marked the transition from winter to spring. The event offers playful learning and outdoor … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
The Ottawa Comic Arts Festival brings together comic artists, illustrators, and readers to celebrate the art of visual storytelling. Visitors can discover local creators, explore artist exhibits, attend panel discussions, and take part in workshops focused on comic creation and illustration. The festival highlights Ottawa’s vibrant comics community and the creativity behind graphic narratives.
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
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
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