March Break at the War Museum: Naval Gazing!
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-16 | March Break at the War Museum: Naval Gazing!, 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, K1A 0M8
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 your own Razzle Dazzle ship!
Also in the Lobby, uncover the stories of the Wrens (Women’s Royal Naval Service), who served in Canada during the Second World War. At a time of peril in the North Atlantic, these women cracked codes and developed vital intelligence.
Lobby activities are free for everyone.

March Break at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-16 | March Break at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum, 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa, K1K 2X5
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. Fun and discovery await the whole family!

Family Fly Day
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-16 | Family Fly Day, 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa, K1K 4R3
Fly daily during March Break and see Parliament Hill and downtown Ottawa from the air, starting at only $48 per person!

March Break at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-16 | March Break at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, 901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, K2C 3K1
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 demonstration kitchen and sample delicious recipes. Plus, discover the versatility of eggs with tasty baked creations!

March Break at the Canada Science and Technology Museum
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-16 | March Break at the Canada Science and Technology Museum, 1867 St. Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, K1G 5A3
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 and discover the amazing possibilities of this unique material. Check out the main stage for thrilling demonstrations, including explosive experiments, and meet special guests showcasing fascinating projects — from brain science to robotics. Plus, watch miniature trains and railways come to life as they chug along their tracks.

Sugar Bush at the Log Farm
2025-03-01 - 2025-04-06 | 670 Cedarview Road, Nepean, K2R 1E5, 670 Cedarview Road, Nepean, K2R 1E5
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.

Fulton's maple season
2025-03-01 - 2025-04-20 | Fulton’s maple season, 399 Sugar Bush Road, Pakenham, K0A 2X0
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!

Maple Fest
2025-03-01 - 2025-04-21 | 1865 O’Toole Road, Ottawa, K4C 1N2, 1865 O'Toole Road, Ottawa, K4C 1N2
Enjoy farm and sugarbush activities as well as outdoor fun and a farm store.

Seedy Saturday Ottawa
2025-03-01 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 1N7, Canada
Seedy Saturday Ottawa is a yearly seed sale with a focus on heritage, open-pollinated seed from local growers. It also includes supportive sustainable, local businesses and groups related to local food and gardening.

Animal Tracking on Snowshoes
2025-03-01 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-01 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-02 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-02 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-08 01:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-08 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-09 01:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Gatineau Park Visitor Centre, 33 Scott Road, Chelsea, Quebec, J9B 1R5, Canada
What animal made these tracks in the snow? You will find out by participating in a guided snowshoe hike along trail 60. Discover the strategies animals have to survive the harshness of winter.
Reservations required:

Saturdays, in French at 10:30 am, in English at 1:30 pm
Sundays, in English at 10:30 am, in French at 1:30 pm

Ottawa I ❤︎ Beer & Taco Festival
2025-03-01 18:00 - 22:00 | EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 2N6, Canada
Join in for a fun filled day or night of beer, cider and spirits sampling, games, dancing and tacos!

Ottawa Senators
2025-03-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-03-08 12:30 - 15:30 | Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K2V 1A4, Canada
Ottawa Senators face off at home.
Schedule can be found here:
https://www.nhl.com/senators/schedule
The Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League (NHL) play against rivals like the Montréal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs, among other Canadian and American teams. The Sens, as they are colloquially known, are supported by their Sens Army fans and by their friendly hairy mascot, Spartacat, who roams the stands giving high fives.
The Senators play at the Canadian Tire Centre in the west-end suburb of Kanata, which you can reach easily by car or on game-day express buses. Inside the arena, you can fuel up for the game with food and drinks from a wide range of vendors, or dine at one of several on-site restaurants and bars.

Ottawa 67's
2025-03-02 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-08 19:00 - 22:00 | TD Place, 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3W7, Canada
Enjoy affordable, family-friendly junior men’s hockey games at TD Place Arena at Lansdowne, in the lively downtown Glebe neighbourhood.

March Break at the Bank of Canada Museum
2025-03-03 - 2025-03-14 | March Break at the Bank of Canada Museum, 30 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1A 0G9
Bring the kids for engaging crafts and free activities focused on currency and counterfeiting. Learn how to spot the differences and understand the fascinating world of money.

Byward Beerfest
2025-03-07 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-03-08 17:00 - 22:00 | Lowertown Brewery, 73 York Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5T2, Canada
Join in at Lowertown Brewery, located in the vibrant ByWard Market, for a night of beer-filled fun and excitement. Get ready to indulge in a variety of craft beers, delicious food, and live entertainment!

Our Lady Peace - Collective Soul - Wintersleep
2025-03-07 19:00 - 23:00 | Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K2V 1A4, Canada
In celebration of their 30-year career, iconic Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace (OLP) has announced their highly anticipated OLP30 Tour, kicking off in February 2025 with shows across Canada. Following the release of OLP30 Vol. One—featuring the new single “Sound The Alarm”—this tour will be a powerful tribute to the band’s three-decade legacy and an unforgettable experience for fans both old and new.
The OLP30 Tour kicks off in Calgary, AB on February 19, 2025, taking Our Lady Peace through major cities like Edmonton, Ottawa, and Halifax as they revisit their biggest hits and introduce new tracks. Each performance will celebrate the band’s evolution while delivering an energetic, one-of-a-kind show.
Joining OLP across Canada will be Georgia-born rock band Collective Soul, who are also celebrating three decades of making music together. From March 4 to March 12, Canadian rock band Wintersleep will support the tour, with Ash Molloy making a special appearance at the Halifax show on March 13. Support acts for the Western Canada dates will be announced soon.

March Break at the Diefenbunker
2025-03-08 - 2025-03-16 | March Break at the Diefenbunker, 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa, K0A 1L0
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. Try to beat the escape room challenge. Fun for all ages — plus, free parking.

GROTTO: The Bill Staubi Collection
2025-03-08 - 2026-02-08 | 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, K1N 0C5
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.

Femme Fest
2025-03-08 11:00 - 17:00 | Next Door Market & Event Space, 955A Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 3E5, Canada
A vibrant celebration of empowerment, creativity, and community in honour of International Women’s Day!

Ottawa’s Wintertime Music Festival
2025-03-09 - 2025-03-15 | Ottawa’s Wintertime Music Festival
Ottawa’s Wintertime Music Festival features an all-local lineup at a stunning art deco venue with a cozy vibe. From roots to rap, experience an eclectic mix of rising stars and headliners like Juno winner Angelique Francis and Americana queen Lynne Hanson. Purchase a single ticket or bundle shows for the best deal.
