Wild Colour
2026-05-15 09:30 - 2027-01-10 16:00 UTC | Canadian Museum of Nature, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Step into a vibrant, photo-worthy world of science at the Canadian Museum of Nature – Wild Colour is Ottawa’s most colourful museum experience of 2026. Created by the Field Museum in Chicago and enhanced with Canadian specimens, this exhibition explores how animals, plants and minerals use colour to communicate, attract mates, and survive. Museum admission is required and can be purchased online for a 10% discount; the museum is open Monday from 9:30 AM to 4 PM. The exhibition is suitable for all ages, especially curious families, and runs until January 10, 2027. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Intertwined - A concurrent exhibition
2026-06-01 10:00 - 2026-08-02 21:00 | Ottawa Art Gallery, 10 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Intertwined is a concurrent exhibition at the Ottawa Art Gallery running through August 2, 2026, bringing together artists to explore humanity’s increasingly complex relationship to the natural world through their works. The show features multiple artists working across a range of disciplines and takes up space across the OAG’s five-floor programming venue at 10 Daly Avenue. Admission is free and no booking is required to attend during regular gallery hours. The OAG’s exhibition program is one of the most active free arts destinations in Ottawa, presenting more than 20 exhibitions and 90 artists annually. This is a strong drop-in option for anyone looking for a free, quiet, and meaningful cultural experience during the first week of June.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa (All-year round)
2026-06-08 20:00 - 2026-11-27 21:15 | 46 1/2 Sparks Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Ottawa’s award-winning lantern-lit ghost tour runs nightly through downtown streets with cloaked storytellers sharing the city’s haunted history at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier, the Bytown Museum, and Ottawa’s most infamous haunted high school. The 75-minute tour departs from the ticket office at 46 1/2 Sparks Street, steps from Parliament Hill, and runs in all weather with a maximum of 16 guests per guide. Adults pay $32.99 and youth 14 and under pay $24.99; a $5 Monday through Wednesday discount applies making weeknights the best value. Tours are suitable for all ages, dog-friendly, and one of the most consistently reviewed visitor experiences in the city. Booking in advance is recommended as popular summer evening slots sell out.
Are Tickets Refundable?
Change of plans? No problem. Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If something comes up, please contact official website as soon as possible so the spot could be offered to another guest.
Is This Tour Accessible?
This tour makes use of sidewalks, street crossings and other city infrastructure. While most areas are fully accessible, occasionally they run into construction or other unpredictable situations where the route needs to be altered. For that reason, it is recommended that this tour be considered accessible with assistance.
What’s Included in the Ticket Price?
The price you see is your final cost before taxes. It includes a service fee that covers secure payment processing, platform maintenance, and your full booking experience. Nothing added at checkout.
Is This Tour Dog-Friendly?
Yes, except from January to March. It is advised to keep your dog on a leash throughout and be mindful of other guests. Their dog-friendly tours in Ottawa are: The Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa, Ghosts of the Mackenzie King Estate, Tales From the Mausoleum at Beechwood Cemetery, and Hidden Ottawa.
Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.

Parliament Pilates
2026-06-16 09:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Ottawa, Parliament Hill Area, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Free outdoor mat Pilates sessions return to Parliament Hill this summer, offering a welcoming fitness class against one of Canada’s most iconic backdrops. Classes are designed to be accessible to all levels with an emphasis on movement, stretching, and recharging in an open-air community setting on the Hill lawn. Participants should bring their own mat and check the organizer’s Instagram page for exact session times and registration details. These popular summer sessions fill up quickly and are an uplifting way to connect with the city while staying active. No special equipment or fitness experience is needed to participate. Event details can change, so verify with the organizer before attending.
