Yippee Ki‐Yay! The Ottawa to Gatineau Interzip is a Scream

 Looking for a thrilling adventure right here in Ottawa? Add the Interzip to your staycation itinerary. There’s nothing quite like the exhilaration of soaring 450 meters across the Ottawa River, twelve stories above the water, on a steel cable, reaching speeds of nearly 50 km/h, all while perched on the

A Tropical Voyage on the Ottawa River with Palapa Tours — The Fun Way to See Ottawa!

 Tropical and Ottawa are words that usually don’t go together, but they do now, thanks to Michael Karpishka and his partner Gabriela Hernadez. The duo is the team behind the fun-looking tiki boats you’ve likely spotted cruising on the Ottawa River between the Rideau Locks and the NCC River House.

The Ultimate Ottawa Bucket List for the Rest of Summer 2023

 As the summer of 2023 unfolds, Ottawa, the vibrant capital of Canada, invites locals and visitors alike to explore its rich culture, stunning landscapes, and exciting events. To make the most of the remaining summer days, we have curated the ultimate Ottawa bucket list that promises unforgettable experiences and cherished

Things to do in Ottawa This Weekend – July 7-9, 2023

 Weinerpawlooza When: Saturday, July 8, 2023 Where: Carlington Park, 941 Clyde Avenue What time: 10 am – 3 pm Admission: Free Join the Canadian Dachshund Rescue, Ontario, for their annual picnic in the park. Enjoy games, a costume contest, Weiner races, vendors, and BBQ goodies while you show off your

Things to do in Ottawa this weekend – June 16-18, 2023

 Vegan Who Snack Food & Art Festival When: Friday, June 16, 2023 Where: Parkdale Market, 366 Parkdale Avenue What time: 5 pm - 9 pm Admission: Free The all-out vegan extravaganza is back at the Parkdale Market! Vegans Who Snack Food & Art Festival will host over 50 local restaurants,

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – November 4-6, 2022

 Ernesto Cervini at the NAC When: Friday, November 4, 2022 Where: National Arts Centre,1 Elgin Street What time: 8 pm Admission: Starting at $34 • Click here to purchase tickets Born from the imagination of JUNO Award-winning drummer and composer Ernesto Cervini and inspired by the incredible village from Louise Penny’s Three

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – October 28-30, 2022

 Royal Wood at NAC When: Friday, October 28, 2022 Where:  National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin Street What time: 7:30 pm Admission: From $ 35 • click here for tickets Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Royal Wood has established himself as a true musical talent. Since being proclaimed “Songwriter of the Year”

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – October 21-23, 2022

 Steve Berndt Trio at Options Jazz Lounge When: Friday, October 21, 2022 Where: Options Jazz Lounge at Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Leggit Drive What time: 6 pm Admission: Free Join award-winning jazz vocalist/trombonist Steve Berndt for a review of original compositions from his upcoming solo jazz album and jazz standards accompanied

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – October 14-16, 2022

 Poutinefest on Sparks Street When: October 13-16, 2022 Where: Sparks Street What time: October 13 -15, 11 am-10 pm; October 16, 11 am-7 pm. Admission: Free Head to Sparks Street this weekend for Poutinefest, showcasing Canada's favourite indulgence! From traditional to exotic, Poutinefest is four days of poutines from Elgin Street to all the way

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – October 7-9, 2022

 Fall for Merrickville: Farm and Art Market When: October 8, 2022 Where: Heritage stables, 620 Heritage Drive, Merrickville What time: 10 am to 4 pm Admission: $ 10 per person – Free for children 2 and under • Click here for tickets Enjoy Fall for Merrickville, the perfect Thanksgiving weekend activity for families. Local vendors will

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – September 23-25, 2022

 ​Michelob Ultra Night Run When: September 24, 2022 Where: Mooney’s Bay Park (near Mooney’s Bay Boat Launch) What time: 10K Run: 7:30 p.m., 5K Walk/Run: 7:45 p.m. Admission: $65 • Click here to register The Michelob Ultra Night Run lights up when the sun goes down. Discover the on-course glow and the post-race

An even spookier experience awaits you this year at Saunders Farm

 ABOVE: The Coven is one of five immersive experiences at Saunders' Fright Fest that will scare you to death.   By Grace McGrenere As the leaves begin to change colours and the nights get a little colder, regulars and newcomers can look forward to another year of pumpkin picking and spooky nights

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – September 16-18, 2022

 Walk Right Back – The Everly Brothers Story When: September 18, 2022 Where: Meridian Theatre @Centrepointe, 101 Centrepointe Drive  What time: 7 pm Admission: From $59 • Click here for tickets With “harmonies from heaven,” The Everly Brothers were unmatched in their talent. Walk Right Back is the first show of its

Jeremy Hotz brings his “Marquis De Sad Tour” to Ottawa

 Now, If the name doesn’t register right away, a quick Google search will remind you exactly who Jeremy Hotz is. Not just a comedian, Hotz is a successful funny man who has been entertaining audiences for decades. Having longevity in the comedy world isn’t easy, but it’s something he’s been able to

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – September 2-4, 2022

 Cirque du soleil - Kooza When: Until September 25, 2022 Where: Zibi, 3 Rue Eddy, Gatineau What time: Various time Admission: From $50 • Click here for tickets The family-friendly Cirque du Soleil’s big top is back with the production KOOZA. The amazing show is non-stop entertainment from beginning to end.

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – August 26-28, 2022

 North Lanark Highland Games When: August 27, 2022 Where: N.L.A.S. Fairgrounds, Almonte What time: 8 am to 7 pm Admission: Gate tickets are $17 for adults, Free for children under 12 The 37th annual North Lanark Highland Games is one of the Ottawa Valley’s premier summer events featuring twenty pipe bands,

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – August 12-14, 2022

 Championship Weekend When: August 12-14, 2022 Where: The stadium at TD Place What time: various times Admission: From $55 • Click here for tickets TD Place is where you want to be for all things basketball as the Ottawa BlackJacks host the Canadian Elite Basketball League’s Championship Weekend. Look forward

Ultimate guide to Ottawa’s summer festivals

 They don’t call Ottawa “Festival City” for nothing! As our city begins to come out on the other side of the ongoing pandemic, we are so excited to see the return of street festivals––something that our gorgeous National Capital has become known for, especially in the warm summer months. Though

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – August 5-7, 2022

 Ottawa REDBLACKS Legacy Night When: Friday, August 5, 2022 Where: The stadium at TD Place What time: 7:30 pm Admission: From $25 • Click here for tickets The Ottawa REDBLACKS battle the Calgary Stampeders for Legacy Night at The Stadium! Relive the nostalgia and join the 2016 Grey Cup Championship Team

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – July 29-31, 2022

 Buskerfest When: July 29 to August 1, 2022 Where: Sparks Street What time: Starting at 10:30 am Admission: Free, but the Buskers appreciate donations Ottawa Buskerfest is four days of unforgettable performances by clowns, jugglers, face-painters, stilt-walkers, and other fantastic street performers. You won't want to miss the excitement on

The Outerbridge’s Clockwork Mysteries will have you at the edge of your seat

 Famous magical arts performing couple Ted and Marion Outerbridge will perform their world-renowned show Clockwork Mysteries this summer in Smiths Falls, a short drive from Ottawa. After years of touring around the globe, the magic masters have settled in the Ottawa Valley and are excited to be bringing their thrilling special to

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – July 22-24, 2022

 Banksy 360° When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays until October 7, 2022 Where: The Aberdeen Pavilion, 1000 Exhibition Way What time: 10 am – 8 pm (Timed entrance) Admission: $23-$46 • Click here for tickets The Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne is home to the latest immersive art experience: Banksy 360°.

The Mountain Coaster is such fun, you’ll want to ride it again and again.

 It’s no secret that Ottawa doesn’t have any major theme parks, but we have something better—the nature of the National Capital Region. Just minutes from downtown Ottawa, the mountains, trails, and lakes in Gatineau Park allow us to take advantage of being in nature while also having a lot of fun.

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – June 17-19, 2022

 Italian Week Ottawa Comedy Show When: June 17, 2022 Where: Sala San Marco, 215 Preston Street What time: 8:30 pm (Doors open at 7 pm)  Admission: From $38.15 — Click here for tickets Italian Week Festivities continue for those who are Italian or wish they were! Sala San Marco is hosting two Canadian

A Company of Fools brings Shakespeare in the park to a whole new level

 PHOTO: Justin Van Leeuwen Getting out to see quality classical in-person entertainment, not on the screen, is a real treat and Ottawa’s A Company of Fools is happy to be getting back to what it does so well: performing Shakespeare in the park. A Company of Fools is one of