Here’s what’s happening in the National Capital Region this back-to-school season What: Faerie Picnics Where: Strathcona Park, Range Road, Ottawa When: Aug. 19, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Why: After successful runs in 2023 and 2024, Cirquonscient returns with evening Faerie […]
Ottawa Fun Guide
Snow much fun
More than ever, this past year has taught us how important recreation activities are for our physical and mental health. That’s why the City of Ottawa has lined up lots of free family activities this winter that are sure […]
Your kids will Love It Love It
Llama Llama comes to Meridian @ Centrepointe Did you know that there is a Llama Llama book sold every 24 seconds and that this beloved book series is also an animated series on Netflix? Coming […]
Take family fun on the road
Day tripper. One-way ticket, yeah. With apologies to The Beatles, of course, we’ve gathered four interesting and fun day-trip destinations close to Ottawa. All can easily be expanded into a weekend, too, if that’s what your family wishes. […]
Something for every age and stage at the City of Ottawa
For many kids, summer is synonymous with camp Sports, arts, dance, martial arts – City of Ottawa’s camps have something for every child of every age. “We do have a terrific range of camps for all ages,” says Jennifer […]
12 Great family fun events
The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition When: December 12, 13, 7 p.m. and December 13 at 1:30 p.m. at Shenkman Arts Centre; December 15 at 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. at Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe Where: Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd.; […]
Beauty, artistry and fun with ‘Les bâtons’
Get ready for a mesmerizing performance that combines the grace and beauty of dance with an irresistible beat as the Shenkman Arts Centre presents ‘Les bâtons’ by Tara Luz Danse on October 13 in the Richcraft Theatre. When choreographer Anik […]
Local museums offer accessible family fun
The kids are back in school, but there are still plenty of weekends for family fun. The City of Ottawa Museums and Historic Sites have several activities planned for children of all ages. “We’re calling it ‘fall fun for the […]
Rawlins Cross has ‘something for everyone’
Get ready to enjoy some fine down-east music on Wednesday, May 2 at Centrepointe Theatres with Rawlins Cross. This much-loved and highly-accomplished Celtic band is back after a 10-year hiatus with a six-track EP Rock Steady, which Dave Panting – […]
Enjoy an evening of wonders with Vitaly Beckman
If you love the mystery and awe of illusion, you’ll love the artistry of Vitaly Beckman. This world-class illusionist is on stage at the Shenkman Arts Centre on Saturday, March 24 for one mind-boggling performance. Beckman’s remarkable illusions even impressed […]