Family-friendly
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Ottawa Retro & Antique Market
The 3rd Ottawa Retro & Antique Market at Next Door Ottawa. Vintage, antique, retro, furniture, décor, clothing, & basically anything from the past… when stuff was better! Whether you're a hardcore collector, a design nerd, or just into the charm of cool old stuff, you'll find rare gems and stylish throwbacks that bring serious character.
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Festival of the Glebe: Ottawa Easter Weekend Market
A community-driven and not-for-profit initiative with a charitable focus on facilitating a social awareness of literacy as vital to a thriving participatory democracy and seeks to promote a just society for all in a festive environment that mutually engages communities toward social action that affirms constitutional rights and freedoms.
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Spring Fling in Manotick
Village-wide spring event with performances, pop-ups, specials, kids activities, live music, tastings, and promotions across Manotick businesses. Strong neighbourhood turnout. Schedule of events: Spring Fling Art Lounge - Manotick Legion, […]
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Ottawa Outdoor & Adventure Travel Show
Annual event showcasing the latest products, gear and trips for every type of outdoor enthusiast. The Outdoor & Adventure Travel Show has something for everyone who loves being outdoors, from paddling and camping to adventure travel and family activities. Enjoy free admission and free parking, see the products, plan the trips and enjoy the presentations […]
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Spring Craft Market (Mother’s Day edition)
Another edition of the Spring Craft Market, a vibrant showcase of local creative culture. Shop from a curated selection of handmade goods, makers, producers and artists, all while supporting small businesses in our community. It’s the perfect opportunity to buy your Mother’s Day gifts!
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Ottawa Clay Festival
Presented by the Ottawa Guild of Potters. Features spring pottery sale with 30+ local potters, annual juried exhibition, live pottery demonstrations, pottery throwdown, and kids' clay area. Free admission. All […]
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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 […]
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Toddler Tuesdays – NAC
FeaturedFree 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 1: Beading the Vamp)
The 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 […]
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Ottawa – Mothers in Bloom Holistic Healing Fair™
Wellness and holistic fair celebrating nurturing energy and self-care. Features readers, makers, healers, crystals, natural products, and heart-centered small businesses. First 30 attendees receive swag bags. Free face painting for […]
