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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
Maple Fest at Proulx Maple & Berry Farm
1865 O'Toole Road, Ottawa, K4C 1N2 1865 O'Toole Road, Ottawa, K4C 1N2
March Break at the Bank of Canada Museum
30 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1A 0G9 30 Bank Street, Ottawa, K1A 0G9
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre
The Shop List at St. Laurent Centre 1200 St Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario
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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
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
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.
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
Maple Fest at Proulx Maple & Berry Farm
Enjoy farm and sugarbush activities as well as outdoor fun and a farm store.
March Break at the Diefenbunker
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.
March Break at the Bank of Canada Museum
Families are invited to explore hands-on crafts and interactive activities during March Break at the Bank of Canada Museum. Programming focuses on currency, counterfeiting, and how to spot the difference between real and fake banknotes.All activities, along with general admission to the museum, are offered free of charge. This engaging experience blends creativity and learning … Read more
Supersonic Hearts Band at Manor Lounge
Live music experts, wedding enthusiasts and party starters—Supersonic Hearts Band is a premium 3 to 14-piece band specializing in high-energy music for festivals, weddings, corporate events and private functions. They infuse every event with energy and fun and pride themselves on filling dance floors.
Ottawa Home and Garden Show
A vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals.
March Break Character Meet-ups at Tanger Ottawa
Families are invited to meet beloved children’s characters during this special interactive event. Guests can step into the world of PAW Patrol and encounter heroic pups Marshall and Skye, or explore the colourful setting inspired by Gabby’s Dollhouse.Attendance is free, with limited capacity per session. On-site registration is required, and entry is offered on a … Read more
Ottawa Black Film Festival
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 be inspired at this celebration of culture, creativity, and storytelling!
Snowshoes under the stars in Gatineau Park
Spend Friday evenings snowshoeing with an experienced Friends of Gatineau Park nature interpreter. Hiking in the moonlight, you will discover how animals survive winter!By moonlight, an experienced guide will show you one of four selected trails this winter.Your starting location will be sent to you in the confirmation email sent after registration.
March 16, 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
March 17, 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
March 18, 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
March 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
March 19, 2026
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Genna G at the NAC: Album Launch Party
Genna G at the NAC: Album Launch Party
Ottawa-based actor and musician Genna Giampaolo is proud to announce her first single “I Wanna Fly” will be released March 8, 2026 in honour of International Women’s Day. In anticipation of her debut jazz album Genna With A G on March 20, Genna will celebrate with an album launch party on March 19 at Fourth … Read more
$25
March 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
March 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
March 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