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Summer Volley & Salsa
Spend your Saturday evening on the beach with volleyball, an intro salsa lesson, and dancing. Equipment, music, and good vibes are provided—just bring your swimsuit, water, and sunscreen. Free event.
Indigenous Walking Tours
Explore downtown Ottawa through an Indigenous lens during these guided walking tours led by artist and educator Jaime Morse. Learn how monuments, art, and landscapes reflect the presence and histories of Indigenous Peoples in the city. Tours are offered in English and French, and designed to be accessible for all ages and abilities.
Mud Girl Run
Enter into this uniting and empowering experience called MUDGIRL. A 5km walk/run with 17+ obstacles that's achievable by all. You'll face mud, obstacles and inflatables in an amazing atmosphere surrounded by women of all ages and all fitness levels. your friends, family or even your colleagues and be a part of the strong #PinkArmy community.
Beekeeping Experience
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Gibbs Honey during a guided tour of the home apiary, honey house, hives, and wildflower meadows. Led by an expert beekeeper, this hands-on experience includes opening a hive, spotting the queen, and witnessing the intricate life of bees up close. A unique outing perfect for small groups, team building, or … Read more
See the Bees
Get the buzz on bees during this hands-on weekend experience, running from May 17 to August 17. Watch beekeepers at work, learn how hives function, and if you're feeling brave, suit up and hold a frame of bees. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
Carp Farmers’ Market
The largest producer-based farmers’ market in Eastern Ontario, with over 100 vendors offering produce, baked goods and crafts.