Family
Events
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2026 Rockstar Music Spring Showcase
Downtown Ottawa · Arts Court 2 Daly Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaStudent music showcase open to all ages and levels. Great music, gifts, and family fun. Performers enter free. Tickets $25 in advance or $30 at the door.
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Flower Fun Run (Mother’s Day)
An official Canadian Tulip Festival event run by Somersault Events. Takes place along a closed scenic course through the festival grounds at Dow's Lake. Limited to 600 participants — sells out early. Distances: 1K Kids Run (12 and under, includes medal) and 5K Run or Walk/Stroll. All ages and abilities welcome. Included with registration: race […]
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Guided Family Paint Party
Centretown · Dosa Spot 895 Bank St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaGuided paint night led by experienced artist Timka. Participants paint "Moonlight Owls" – an owl scene in a moonlit sky using black, blue, orange, pink, and white. All painting supplies included. Designed for teens and up. Group discount: bring 3 friends to save 15%. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before event. Event details can […]
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Toddler Tuesdays – NAC
Free weekly drop-in program for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. Singing, dancing, games, and story time led by instructor Jesse Kahat. Fully interactive exploration of […]
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Beaded Vamp and Moccasin Workshop (Part 2: Making the moccasin)
Atelier Shenkman Smith, NAC Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaThe Vamp and Moccasin Workshop with Colleen Nolan offers a unique opportunity for individuals to learn the art of crafting moccasins with a beaded vamp. This workshop provides participants with hands-on experience in crafting and constructing their own pair of moccasins. Participants leave with not only a beautiful pair of handmade moccasins but also pride. […]
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GoodLife HYROX Ottawa
South Ottawa · EY Centre 4899 Uplands Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFirst-ever HYROX event in Canada's capital — a major milestone for the global fitness racing community. Thousands of athletes competing across singles, doubles, mixed doubles, relay, pro, and adaptive divisions. The standardized HYROX format: 8 x 1 km run alternated with 8 functional workout stations (SkiErg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, Rowing, Farmers […]
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CanGames Tabletop Game Convention
Centretown · Rideau Curling Club 715 Cooper St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaCanada's longest-running volunteer-led gaming convention, held annually on the Victoria Day long weekend since 1977. 300+ games across 8 time slots including board games, miniature games, and roleplaying games. Vendor marketplace open Sat 10 AM–3 PM. Full bar and meal service on site. Badges required — online pre-registration recommended. Partially wheelchair accessible (main floor and […]
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Oniro – Magical Forrest Walk (Night)
FeaturedExperience a magical forest walk at Parc Oméga as the story of wolf cub Oniro unfolds through light, sound, and immersive storytelling. Created by artist Michel Lemieux, ONIRO features 17 illuminated scenes along a 60-minute trail. First departures begin at sunset. The ONIRO night walk: a magical immersion experience As night falls, the trees of […]
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Anyone Can Sculpt Ice: Ottawa’s Hands-On Ice Sculpting Workshop
Discover the fundamentals of ice sculpting in a guided, hands on workshop experience. Participants are introduced to essential techniques for carving small scale ice sculptures, including safety practices, proper tool handling, and foundational artistic methods. Led in an indoor setting, this interactive workshop offers insight into the craftsmanship behind ice art and provides participants with […]
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Th’owxiya: The Hungry Feast Dish
Azrieli Studio, NAC 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaA Kwantlen First Nations family theatre production by playwright Joseph A. Dandurand, presented by Axis Theatre. The tale of an ogress spirit who inhabits a feast dish — told through […]
