Category Guides – things to do

Family Things to Do in Ottawa for Kids Who Need More Than Just a Playground

For history-loving families, mixed-age families, curious kids, toddlers, preschoolers, school children, and more.

Fun by the water, immersive experience in the nature, active atmoshphere that isn't intense, and spots with the best viewpoints.

The best things to do in Ottawa by budget, season, situation, so you can quickly find what actually fits your plan.

This guide breaks up free things to do in Ottawa by mood so you can find the right fit without overplanning.

Ottawa is heading into the weekend with a packed mix of markets, nightlife, and daytime events across the city.

Ottawa is buzzing this week with lively nightlife, networking mixers, markets, expos, family events.

Your guide to the best things to do in Ottawa this weekend, including events, nightlife, and local experiences.

A guide to the best things to do in Ottawa this month, including events, festivals, and local activities.

A curated list of the top 10 things to do in Ottawa this week (April 1-7), including events, activities, and local picks.

Ottawa has four distinct seasons and every one of them changes how these trails feel.